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This makes URSB's trademark data available in the EU search tool which now provides information and access to over 129 million trademarks from 79 participating offices.

Launching the RISE programme on Uganda Development Bank, Monica Musenero, the Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation says the apprehension by the financial institutions to support technology and innovation is stifling the progress of the industry in Uganda.

To take advantage of Uganda’s transition towards a more diversified energy sector, Haji Lubega advised the insurance industry to innovate to address risks, by developing new insurance products tailored to green energy projects, carbon capture initiatives and clean technology investments.

The ministry says that by the end of next week, these funds will be available to ensure that UEDCL is financially equipped to improve the quality of service. "Additionally, approval of the buyout amount by Parliament is in advanced stages to support the timely payment of UMEME," it adds.

At the meeting that came on the day Tshisekedi and M23 rebels were scheduled to meet in Angola, Luanda, before the latter pulled out, the two men "reaffirmed their commitment" to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and agreed to continue dialogue for lasting peace, according to a joint statement.

"Successive sanctions imposed on our members, including those enacted on the eve of the Luanda discussions, severely undermine direct dialogue and make any progress impossible," said M23.

"Rwanda’s decision has been taken after careful consideration of several factors, all linked with Belgium’s pitiful attempts to sustain its neocolonial delusions," says a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Wanda.

Following a meeting with Tshisekedi, the presidency of Angola, said it had sent out invitations to the waring parties for the Tuesday meeting in the quest for peace that has until now been elusive

Minister Mwebesa argues that a little money set aside by an employer periodically can help overcome the financial challenge when the need for compensation arises.

The EU Delegation in Uganda said in a short statement that the EU was concerned about the use of excessive force against journalists covering Kawempe by-election, and called for the observance of the roll on the media in democracy.

The SADC Extraordinary Summit of the Heads of States and Government sitting in Harare, Zimbabwe, the leaders directed the commencement of a phased withdrawal of SAMIDRC (Southern African Mission in DRC) troops from the DRC.

Uganda signed trade deals with Algeria, but the products do not meet some requirements of the the Algerian government, like all food items to be Halal certified, while the package labels should be in the Arabic language. Another challenge was that all the documentation of the agreement was in Arabic.

The Tribunal Chairperson, Rita Namakiika Nangono, says they have noted a steady rise in complaints filed with them from one per month in 2022 to two through 2023, and currently, they are receiving at least three per month.

Dr Muhumuza specifically criticized government continued high spending, like the large government vehicle fleet, which he said, could save the government 1 Trillion Shillings if only essential offices were given cars.

Last month, MultiChoice Uganda, a top Pay-TV service provider, sought redress from the regulators, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), over the rising presence of counterfeit devices on the market and illegal distribution of content.

Citing the EAC Report on ‘‘Gender, Community Development, and Civil Society’’, they said most FDI is going into the mining, large agriculture and construction areas which, unfortunately, are concentrations of rights violations, with women workers particularly more affected.

They acknowledged the factors that affect female professionals including bias in hiring and promotions, work-life balance struggles, and limited leadership roles, saying that these still hold women back in accountancy.

"Obviously, these global trends ultimately have local impact and we have assembled a rich mix of speakers to help participants to have a better understanding to enable informed investment decision making,” said Phillip Ssali a Global Markets executive at Stanbic Bank Uganda.

“The best accountants are not just number crunchers; they are strategists and storytellers. Your ability to turn data into meaningful insights is what makes you invaluable,” Muliisa told the graduation candidates in different accountancy courses.

"Beside the revenues unlocked to advance energy transition, petroleum will provide gas to replace the use of biomass energy that has been responsible to the destruction of the environment and health effects to users of firewood for cooking," said Minister Nankabirwa.