Politics
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Uganda rolls out digital system to boost coffee traceability and meet EU regulations
KAMPALA, April 10, 2026 – Uganda has taken a major step towards achieving transparency and traceability in its coffee sector, as industry stakeholders introduce a new digital system designed to comply with…
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Why USD 100 oil isn’t the economy-killer it used to be
By Manpreet Gill KAMPALA, April 9, 2026 — Just how much should investors worry about high oil prices? Amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, it is not surprising that investors are focused…
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Acting Board steps up efforts to revive Okoro Coffee Growers Cooperative Union
ZOMBO, April 9, 2026 — The Acting Board of Okoro Coffee Growers Cooperative Union [OCGCU], led by Zombo District Commercial Officer Lamec Ulum, who is also serving as chairperson, has intensified efforts…
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Kitgum butchers’ cooperative to take over struggling livestock market
KITGUM, April 7, 2026 — The Kitgum Butchers Cooperative Society Limited is set to take over management of the struggling Labongo Akwang Livestock Market in Kitgum district, starting in the 2026/2027 financial…
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Africa’s economic resilience holds firm amid global headwinds, says new AfDB report
ABIDJAN, April 7, 2026 — Despite ongoing regional and global headwinds, Africa continues to demonstrate impressive resilience and maintains its status as a global growth frontier. This is the headline finding of…
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AfDB commits US$ 80mln to DRC’s first census in over 40 years
KINSHASA, April 7, 2026 — The African Development Bank Group [AfDB] has announced an US$ 80 million contribution towards the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s second General Population and Housing Census [RGPH2].…
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Masindi leaders urged to ignite money economy mindset in communities
MASINDI, April 6, 2026 — Leaders in Masindi district have been urged to champion a shift towards a “money economy” mindset by mobilising communities to take full advantage of government programmes aimed…
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Cooperatives poised to become India’s second growth engine
NEW DELHI, April 6, 2026 — A national drive to transform India’s cooperative landscape gathered pace following a high-level conclave at Vigyan Bhawan, which brought together policymakers, experts and sector leaders to…
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Boosting service delivery: Windsor SACCO sets sights on full digitalisation
ENTEBBE, April 6, 2026 – Windsor Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation [Windsor SACCO] in Entebbe is set for a new phase after its newly elected leadership announced plans to fully digitalise its…
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House Committee demands improved mental health capacity at Entebbe Hospital
KAMPALA, April 5, 2026 — Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee [Central Government] has directed Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital to strengthen its mental health services in a bid to ease congestion at Butabika National…
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