Environment
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Masindi councillors raise concern over unspent Shs 392mln for micro-irrigation programme
MASINDI, October 11, 2025 — Councillors in Masindi district have raised serious concerns over the unspent sum of Shs 392 million allocated for micro-irrigation systems for smallholder farmers. The funds were part…
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Africa’s energy future: Why optimism is warranted
SANDTON, October 9, 2025 — As Africa Energy Week wraps up in Cape Town, we are faced with a pressing question: Can we genuinely fulfil the promise of eradicating energy poverty by…
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Regional Learning Exchange of National Land Commissions Strengthens Land Governance in the IGAD Region
ACCRA, October 6, 2025 — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development [IGAD] has concluded a five-day Regional Learning Exchange of National Land Commissions from IGAD Member States in Accra, Ghana. The exchange brought…
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AfDB approves Shs 1.75bln grant to support Uganda’s emergency flood and landslide response
KAMPALA, October 3, 2025 — The African Development Bank Group [AfDB] has approved a grant of US$ 500,000 [about Shs 1.75 billion] from its Special Relief Fund to support Uganda’s Relief Emergency…
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Kotido cultivates a greener future with inaugural agricultural learning event
KOTIDO, September 30, 2025 — In a bid to bolster food security and promote sustainable farming practices, Kotido District Local Government recently hosted its first-ever agricultural learning event, attracting over 500 farmers,…
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Kasese: Fishermen unite to save Lake Edward from depletion
KASESE, September 29, 2025 — On a breezy morning at Kayanja landing site, the wooden boats lie still against the lapping waters of Lake Edward shared between Uganda and the Democratic Republic…
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Farmers call for urgent intervention as disease devastates Rwampara banana plantations
RWAMPARA, September 29, 2025 — Banana farmers in Rwampara District are calling for urgent government support following the outbreak of a destructive disease that is ravaging plantations across the area. The disease,…
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AfDB review highlights inland fisheries as lifeline for millions of Africans
KAMPALA, September 29, 2025 — The African Development Bank [AfDB] has released a “Review of African Inland Fisheries,” calling for urgent investment in restoring aquatic habitats and integrating fisheries into broader water…
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AEC to launch State of African Energy 2026 Outlook at African Energy Week 2025
KAMPALA, September 28, 2025 — The African Energy Chamber [AEC] – the voice of the African energy sector – will launch its latest outlook, offering strategic insight into the trends, opportunities and…
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Over 100 villages in Kakumiro benefit from solar-powered piped water project
KAKUMIRO, September 27, 2025 – Residents of over 100 villages in Kikwaya, Birembo, Kakindo sub-counties, and Igayaza Town Council in Kakumiro district now have access to clean and safe water, thanks to…
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