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UNOC achieves fuel supply stability for Uganda
KAMPALA, May 5, 2025 – The Uganda National Oil Company [UNOC] has achieved unprecedented stability in the country’s fuel supply, following the implementation of its new importation strategy. UNOC was granted exclusive…
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Emyooga programme boosting saving culture in Uganda as savings reach Shs 87bln
HOIMA, May 5, 2025 –– Dr. Emanuel Aliba Kiiza, Chairperson of the Board at the Microfinance Support Centre [MSC], has hailed the government’s Emyooga programme for significantly improving Uganda’s saving culture, especially…
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Co-op me call for Israeli goods boycott ahead of AGM
LONDON, May 4, 2025 – – Co-op members have urged the retailer to stop selling Israeli goods, calling for the board to align its stance on Russia with its response to Israel. The motion,…
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MAAIF warns Acholi farmers against poor-quality coffee seedlings
GULU CITY, May 4, 2025 – The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries [MAAIF] has issued a warning to new coffee farmers in the Acholi Sub-region about the risks of planting…
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NaSARRI to revamp cotton growing with new varieties
SERERE, May 4, 2025 – Uganda could soon witness a revitalisation of cotton production and export after years of stagnation. This is after the National Semi-Arid Resources Research Institute [ NaSARRI ]…
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Credit unions in US continue campaign to maintain tax exemption
NEW YORK, May 3, 2025 – – US credit union leaders have been engaging with Federal Government and Congress officials as part of their efforts to maintain the industry’s tax exemption. In January, America’s Credit…
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RDC urges Emyooga SACCO leaders to ensure accountability
NEBBI, May 3, 2025 – Following reports of poor performance under the Emyooga Programme in Nebbi, the Resident District Commissioner [RDC] Robert Abak has directed Emyooga SACCO leaders to prioritise accountability and…
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AfDB appoints Ugandan as Director General for Eastern Africa
KAMPALA, May 3, 2025 — The African Development Bank Group [AfDB] has appointed Dr. Alex Mubiru as Director General for the East Africa Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery Office and Country Manager…
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NAAC champions precision farming with gender-responsive approach
KAMPALA, May 3, 2025 – The National Alliance for Agricultural Cooperatives in Uganda (NAAC) is championing the adoption of precision farming among local farmers through a gender-responsive approach. Under the Digitally Enabled…
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New US Tariffs Expected to Impact Trade for Eight COMESA Countries
LUSAKA, May 2, 2025 — Eight COMESA countries are expected to face significant trade challenges due to new reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States [U.S] government. According to a policy brief…
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