Environment
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Kiryandongo refugees receive safe water systems
KIRYANDONGO, 12 November 2025 – Two new solar-hybrid piped water supply systems are transforming daily life for thousands of refugees in Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement, ending years of long treks to fetch water…
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Broken promises by wealthy nations: Africa needs to finance its energy addition then transition
KAMPALA, November 11, 2025 — At this year’s Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference [ADIPEC], I was skeptical about participating in COP 30. African nations are heading to Brazil for COP…
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Gates Foundation commits US$ 1.4bln to help smallholder farmers on the frontlines of extreme weather
BELEM, November 10, 2025 — The Gates Foundation has announced a new commitment to advancing climate adaptation, helping smallholder farmers build resilience to a warming world and protect hard-won gains against poverty. Announced…
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Geoengineering can’t save coffee from climate change, new study cautions
KAMPALA, November 9, 2025 — The future of coffee, chocolate, and wine is jeopardised by climate change, despite potential geoengineering efforts to cool the planet, a recent study warns. Researchers have been…
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Residents demand closure of poorly managed landfill in Adjumani
ADJUMANI, November 9, 2025 — Residents of Unna village in Pachara Sub-county, Adjumani district, are demanding the immediate closure of a poorly managed landfill, accusing the town council authorities of negligence. They…
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All Eyes on Africa as United Arab Emirates (UAE) announces $6bn Tourism Investment Plan
KAMPALA, November 8, 2025 — As Africa records the fastest tourism growth globally, the United Arab Emirates [UAE] is set to inject US$ 6 billion into the continent’s travel and hospitality sector…
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Breeding and fodder production centre officially launched in Kween
KWEEN, November 6, 2025 — Farmers in Kween district have received a major boost following the official launch of a breeding and fodder production centre in Ngenge Sub-county, Soi County. The new…
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Uganda’s financial sector boosted as aBi Finance and UIBFS launch Sustainable Finance Curriculum
KAMPALA, November 4, 2025 — Uganda’s financial sector has received a major boost following Tuesday’s launch of the Sustainable Finance Curriculum at Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The Sustainable Finance Curriculum is the first…
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Floods cause havoc in Serere, destroying crops and homes
SERERE, November 4, 2025 — More than 250 farms have been left waterlogged following days of heavy rainfall in Serere district, with Kateta Sub-county reported as the worst affected area. According to…
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Uganda secures Shs 108.5bln for reducing deforestation and lowering carbon emissions
KAMPALA, November 1, 2025 — The Green Climate Fund [GCF] has approved a US$ 31 million [approximately Shs 108.5 billion] results-based payment for Uganda in recognition of the country’s measurable success in…
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