World Bank has communicated its decision to stop further funding to Uganda over the enactment of the Ant-gay Law.
Year: 2023
Posted inInnovation
Space industry experts urged to collaborate with policymakers for economic growth in Africa
This way, we will get science for transformation that we seek for our African communities,” said Judith Nabakooba, Chairperson, RCMRD Conference of Ministers during the opening ceremony.
Posted inEnvironment
Mitigating climate change: Estonian firm seeks idle land in the North to plant bamboo trees
“We are a company with a strong social impact, focused not only on restoring nature but also on supporting local communities and mitigating climate change,” Kristjan Raude said.
Posted inNews
Manafwa road crash kills 16-year-old pupil, 117 injured
Uganda’s death rates due to road crashes are the highest in Africa, a WHO report revealed.
Posted inEastern News
Nsango COU fundraising drive: “No gun was pulled or fired” – Police clarifies as unverified reports circulate
There were two different functions in separate locations at Nkazia in Nabukalu sub-county and another one at Nsango Church of Uganda in Buluguyi sub-county on Sunday, August 6, 2023.
Posted inTech News
Investment in science is key for progress, experts meeting in Nairobi say
Dr Saley noted that space science, whose resources include RCMRD has given Africa the ability to look outwards to the stars and beyond.
Posted inAgriculture / Opinion
Why beans are key to accelerating a change to our food system
An ambitious campaign, Beans is How, which is supported by the SDG2 Advocacy Hub and the Good Food for All campaign, aims to double the global consumption of beans, as well as peas, lentils, and other pulses by 2028.
Posted inPolitics
FDC sacks Ssemujju as party whip
FDC internal problems have taken a step higher with the sacking of party spokesperson Ibrhaim Ssemujju Nganda.
Posted inEducation
Minister Ogwang’s archrival announces plan to connect solar lights to Katakwi schools
Ngariam County in Katakwi has over 20 government aided primary schools.
Posted inNews / Security
UNESCO, Police tip journalists on safety reporting
Journalists and media workers urged against taking sides, with key institution like UNESCO pledging to offer them safety reporting training.
Posted inPolitics
“Leaders of over 900 UPC converts” sign cooperation agreement with NRM
UPC top converts signed the cooperation agreements with NRM party on August 4, 2023.
Posted inCrime / DRC News
Operation Shujaa: joint forces rescue teenage girls
Maj Bilal, the Public Information Officer, Operation Shujaa and UPDF Mountain Division confirmed the development.