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Prevent rather than fight next pandemic with one health approach: World Bank

WASHINGTON – As the world continues to deal with the devastating effects of COVID-19, the World Bank has today released a new report that proposes a new approach of actionable solutions to…

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Reaping from oil and gas:  Bunyoro suppliers call for special treatment

HOIMA -Local suppliers and contractors in the Bunyoro Sub-region say they are facing hurdles when it comes to accessing oil and gas opportunities, arguing that they need special consideration if they are…

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Sub-county suspends licensing of charcoal dealers

PAKWACH – Due to environmental concerns, authorities in Alwi Sub-county in Pakwach district, have suspended issuing licenses to dealers who burn charcoal on the large scale for the market outside the district.…

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PM Nabbanja speaks at Greater Mpigi service delivery assessment barazza, calls for patriotism

MPIGI-Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, accompanied by ministers, National Resistance Movement [NRM] leaders, and area Members of Parliament met the local leaders to discuss the state of service delivery in the districts of…

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Among argues IGG should investigate corruption in private sector

KAMPALA– The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among wants the Inspectorate of Government [IG] to be mandated further to investigate corruption in Uganda’s private sector. Among said last Thursday in her office while…

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UPS suspends activities for massive food production over land dispute

PADER– Uganda Prison Services [ UPS ] has temporarily suspended activities for massive food and seed production in Pader district. This is after the locals occupying part of the land to be…

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NARO official urges Lango cassava farmers to form cooperatives

LIRA–  A top official from the National Agricultural Research Organisation [NARO] has advised cassava farmers in the Lango Sub-region to form cooperative societies if they are to access better markets and have…

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Fighting climate change: Kwania district launches drive to plant trees at burial ceremonies

KWANIA-Kwania district leaders have launched a tree planting campaign at burial ceremonies in a bid to have communities contribute towards mitigating the effects of climate change. Under the arrangement, trees will be…

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Buddu-CBS PEWOSA trade fair attracts over 600 exhibitors

MASAKA– At least 629 exhibitors including farmers’ associations, district local governments, agricultural research institutions, financial institutions, and agri-business companies have showcased their products and services at the ongoing Buddu-CBS PEWOSA trade fair.…

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One confirmed dead as hailstorms hit families in Rwampara district

RWAMPARA-One person was confirmed dead as hailstorms devastated about 1,500 households in Rwampara district, putting locals in danger of facing famine in the months ahead, after their crop gardens were destroyed. According…

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