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Back off EACOP, official tells European activists
KIKUUBE– The Deputy Managing Director of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline [ EACOP ], John Bosco Habumugisha has expressed concern over a group of environmental activists from European countries who are…
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Desist from use of chemicals, farmers urged
LIRA– Farmers, especially those dealing in oil seeds like soybean, sunflower, and sim-sim in Acholi Sub-region, have been advised to stop applying chemicals such as pesticides and synthetic fertilizers in their gardens.…
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Mbarara police arrest fake NDA officials
MBARARA– Police in Mbarara City Central Division in partnership with the National Drug Authority [NDA] have intensified an operation aimed at catching criminals who have been disguising themselves as NDA staff to…
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Police seal off Golden Gate Hotel as it cracks
Police have cordoned off Golden Gate Hotel in Gulu City citing the risk to human health as the storeyed building has developed multiple cracks. The hotel was closed on Friday evening and…
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NDA launches campaign against hawkers in Bunyoro region
KIKUUBE– The National Drug Authority [NDA] has launched a campaign in the Bunyoro region aimed at fighting hawking drugs in the communities, which the officials said is against the law but also…
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UNBS accreditation to offer ISO certification renewed
KAMPALA – The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS’) accreditation to provide International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) Management Systems Certification has been renewed by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS), according…
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UNBS urges Kombucha makers to observe hygiene standards
MITYANA – The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has urged all Kombucha manufacturers in the country to adhere to hygiene standards in addition to the other relevant Uganda standards that govern…
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AGRA, COMESA to collaborate in promoting agriculture productivity
LUSAKA– The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) and COMESA will renew their commitment to enhance the production of food to ensure food security and regional food balance. The aim of…
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UNBS launches standard to facilitate commercialisation of edible insects
KAMPALA -Ugandans who enjoy eating edible insects like grasshoppers (Nsenene) now stand a better chance of enjoying better quality as a standard of safe production, handling and consumption has been released by…
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At least 200 animals have died in Lyantonde district
LYANTONDE – At least 200 heads of Cattle have reportedly died in Lyantonde district following prolonged drought in the cattle corridor region. A similar situation is reported in Sembabule, Kiruhura and Kazo…
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