Organisations
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Digital tools continue to transform farming in Southeast Asia
MANILA, May 10, 2026 — Digital technologies are continuing to transform agriculture across Southeast Asia, offering new opportunities for millions of small-scale farmers who produce the bulk of the region’s food. For…
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New research shows how a carefully selected mix of coffee varieties unlocks higher yields in Côte d’Ivoire
ABIDJAN, May 10, 2026 — New research conducted in Côte d’Ivoire shows that planting a mix of six rigorously tested and validated robusta coffee varieties can increase yields by up to 86…
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Co-operative Bank of Tanzania reports strong growth after first year
DODOMA, May 10, 2026 — The Co-operative Bank of Tanzania, which launched last April, has marked its first year of operations by reporting strong growth in customer numbers. In its latest report,…
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BoU’s Atingi-Ego advocates faster commercial dispute resolution to strengthen financial sector stability
KAMPALA, May 9, 2026 — The Bank of Uganda [BoU] Governor, Michael Atingi-Ego, has called for the effective use of Alternative Dispute Resolution [ADR] mechanisms in handling commercial disputes, saying prolonged litigation…
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APPO SG Ghezali to address AEW 2026 as African Energy Bank nears launch
KAMPALA, May 9, 2026 — Farid Ghezali, Secretary General [SG] of the African Petroleum Producers Organization [APPO], will take the stage at African Energy Week [ AEW ] 2026, taking place October…
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African Catholic Church celebrates Pope Leo XIV’s first year as Pontiff
KAMPALA, May 9, 2026 — The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar [SECAM] has joined the global Catholic community in celebrating the first anniversary of the Pontificate of Pope Leo…
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Kotido’s green energy transition slows as briquette producers grapple with low demand and material shortages
KOTIDO, May 9, 2026 — A major environmental initiative aimed at curbing rapid deforestation caused by charcoal burning in Kotido district is facing significant setbacks. Despite targeted interventions and technical training intended…
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Court clears way for Shs40bln Makhan Singh Market redevelopment in Mbarara
MBARARA, May 9, 2026 — A court ruling has cleared the way for the redevelopment of the Makhan Singh Market in Mbarara City, ending years of legal disputes and paving the way…
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Financial stability risks mount as AI fuels cyberattacks
By Tobias Adrian, Tamas Gaidosch, Rangachary Ravikumar WASHINGTON DC., May 8, 2026 — Artificial intelligence [AI] is transforming how the financial system copes with vulnerabilities and reacts to incidents. Yet it is also amplifying…
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Public procurement is a strategic tool for delivering fast growth — PSST Ggoobi
KAMPALA, May 8, 2026 — The Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, has said Uganda’s transformation agenda under the Fourth National Development Plan [NDP IV] and the Tenfold Growth…
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