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20 Jul

President Museveni to Address the Nation on Wealth Creation Tonight

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President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda is set to address the nation this evening at 8 pm on the critical topic of wealth creation. This address is part of a series of addresses aimed at providing insights and strategies for enhancing the economic well-being of Ugandans. The President's address is highly anticipated as it comes at a time when the country is navigating economic challenges and opportunities for growth. The series aims to engage citizens and provide them with practical guidance on improving their economic circumstances. During his previous addresses, President Museveni has emphasized the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable…

18 Jul

DRC: Human Rights Watch Condemns Suspension of Congolese Journalist Jessy Kabasele

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Human Rights Watch has denounced the recent suspension of Congolese journalist Jessy Kabasele by the country’s Communication and Broadcasting Board (CSAC). The suspension, which has no specified end date, came after Kabasele conducted an interview with renowned singer Koffi Olomide on "Le Panier The Morning Show," during which Olomide criticized the Congolese army's response to M23 rebels as insufficiently robust. The interview aired on the state-run broadcasting company and quickly drew the ire of the CSAC. The media regulator accused Kabasele of failing to adequately reframe Olomide's remarks, which it claimed undermined the government's extensive efforts and sacrifices in combating…

18 Jul

Somalia: United Nations Trains Baidoa Civil Aviation Firefighters

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Twelve Somalia Civil Aviation Authorities, Airport Fire Rescue personnel from South West State have successfully completed a Airport Fire and Rescue course conducted by the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) Aviation Services to enhance Somalia’s safety aviation sector. The course held in Baidoa - the administrative capital of South West State – is a continuation to a two-month firefighting training held earlier in Mogadishu. It is part of UNSOS’s ongoing efforts to build local capacity to ensure services at the Shaati Gaduud International Airport in Baidoa meet international standards. “This team has already received a comprehensive eight-week training…

16 Jul

President Museveni Signs 19 Bills into Law

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President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda has signed 19 bills into law. This development marks a major step in the country’s legislative and governance processes, reflecting the government's commitment to implementing a wide range of policies and regulations across various sectors. The signing ceremony, which took place at the State House in Entebbe, was attended by key government officials and lawmakers. President Museveni emphasized the importance of these new laws in enhancing the country's legal framework and addressing critical issues that impact the lives of Ugandans. They are: The Anti-Money Laundering (Amendment) Bill, 2023. The Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, 2023.…

10 Jul

Families of kidnapped university students distressed by overwhelming ransom demands

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The family of one of about 100 university students who were kidnapped last week near Garba Guracha town in Oromia’s North Shoa zone, while traveling from Amhara region to Addis Abeba, said they received a ransom demand of half a million birr. The sister of a third year female student at Debark University who was kidnapped on Wednesday, 03 July 2024, told Addis Standard on conditions of anonymity that the family have been distressed by the amount of money they are asked to pay, and lack of action by the government. “We’ve been receiving phone calls from government officials, but…

10 Jul

Somaliland: Olympian Sir Mo Farah ‘Heartbroken’ To See Impact of Climate Change on Children in His Homeland

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On a journey back to his birthplace, Save the Children ambassador Sir Mo Farah said it was heartbreaking to witness the devastating impact climate change is having on driving up child malnutrition rates in Somaliland. Farah also saw first-hand the vital care that is giving hope to families fighting for their children’s lives. The four-time Olympic gold medallist visited Gabiley in Somaliland where he spent his early years, meeting mothers and their children who were receiving treatment at a health centre run by Save the Children. There, mothers told him heart-wrenching stories of how recurring droughts and floods caused by…

09 Jul

Huawei to Establish Digital Village Prototype in Uganda

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Huawei has announced plans to set up a Digital Village prototype in Butaleja, Eastern Uganda, aimed at promoting the uptake of ICT in rural areas, particularly in education and business processes. This initiative was unveiled during a meeting between Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and a Huawei delegation led by Gao Hover, the President of Huawei Sub-Saharan Africa, at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi. President Museveni expressed his support for the project, stating, "Please go ahead with the project, and I will come myself to commission the smart village." Hover emphasized that "Huawei is committed to accelerating Uganda’s digital…

09 Jul

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed in Sudan To Address Conflict

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Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has landed in Port Sudan, Sudan, marking the beginning of a crucial working visit aimed at addressing stability concerns in the region. Upon arrival, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was warmly received by Sudan’s de facto leader, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. The visit comes against the backdrop of ongoing conflict in Sudan, primarily between factions led by General al-Burhan and General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemetti), leader of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The conflict, which escalated in April 2023, has led to widespread violence and instability, exacerbating Sudan’s humanitarian crisis. At its core are disputes over…

08 Jul

Somalia: Two Killed in ATMIS Convoy Attacked

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A joint logistics convoy involving personnel from ATMIS (African Union Mission in Somalia), UPDF (Uganda People's Defence Force), and SNAF (Somali National Armed Forces) fell victim to a Command Wire Improvised Explosive Device (CWIED) yesterday along the Mogadishu-Buffow-Barawe route. The attack claimed the lives of two individuals and causing injuries to personnel from both ATMIS and SNAF. All casualties have since been evacuated to medical facilities for treatment, with efforts underway to provide necessary care and support. In response to the incident, condolences have been extended to the families of the deceased, while prayers are offered for the swift recovery…

08 Jul

Foreign and EAC Ministers Call for Urgent Action in Eastern DRC

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Ministers of Foreign Affairs and East African Community (EAC) affairs from the region have urgently called for action to address the humanitarian and security crisis in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Meeting in Zanzibar, the ministers expressed deep concern over the deteriorating situation, where more than 2.8 million people have been displaced. They appreciated the humanitarian truce negotiated by the United States and recommended that it be extended indefinitely. Recognizing the necessity of a political process to achieve sustainable peace and security in Eastern DRC, the ministers recommended convening a summit of EAC Heads of State. This summit…