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Authorities Should Drop Charges Against EACOP Protesters On November 6, a court in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, gave the go-ahead for the trial of twelve activists, eight of whom are students. The group faces charges stemming from their protests against the planned East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), one of the largest fossil fuel infrastructure projects […]
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A new report by Altezza Travel spotlights eight African countries emerging as leaders in innovation, investment, and sustainable growth. The nations shaping Africa’s future are Morocco, Egypt, Botswana, Ghana, Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania. The analysis goes beyond traditional economic metrics such as GDP and tourism performance, highlighting forward-looking factors driving the continent’s transformation. These […]
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Ecobank and Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) acting as Mandated Lead Arrangers, Coordinators and Bookrunners in partnership with Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), have closed a EUR 230 million facility for the Government of Uganda to finance its FY2024/25 Infrastructure and Development Budget. The facility comprises EUR 130 million from Ecobank and RMB as well […]
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In the face of growing repression, Ugandans continue to find new and creative ways to combat the entrenched system of state capture. Ugandans have limited options when it comes to holding their political leaders accountable. Elections in the country have grown less and less credible over time. Civil society is vilified and intimidated by the state. News […]
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When Mugisha Jealousy Mulimba learned that the government of Uganda was dragging him to court, he expected justice. But he says he has realized these courts are being used to deprive him of his rights to a fair hearing and the right to fair and adequate compensation for his land and property. Mulimba told IPS […]
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Central Coffee Farmers’ Association (CECOFA) is a farmer-owned organization based in Kasese, Uganda, which purchases coffee from smallholder farmers, processes it, and sells it to buyers. CECOFA’s coffee is both Fairtrade and 4C certified, which established the quality and sustainability of their products and generated increasing demand in local and international markets. However, CECOFA faced challenges […]
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William Jackson, M.Ed. Metaverse Education Program Director, World MetaverseCouncil and Board Member of Tristan’s Academy (PEARLS)Technology can bridge and overcome the gaps of borders, boundaries, oceans, seas, and time zones. The upcoming WordPress in Education Showcase 2024 in Masaka, Uganda will be exciting and showcase the creative works of African students in secondary schools in […]
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Avoid Further Delays in Thomas Kwoyelo Case and Ensure Remedies for Victims The defense stage of Thomas Kwoyelo’s trial finally began in Uganda on January 19, 2023, nearly 13 years after the war crimes case against the alleged commander in the rebel group Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) began. This trial provides a rare opportunity for […]
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Mastercard’s second annual Community Pass Customer Summit in Kampala, Uganda gathered more than 90 public and private sector partners, featured 20+ thought leaders dedicated to crafting sustainable solutions for digital and financial inclusion across Africa and beyond. This year’s summit showcased over 10 cutting-edge technologies and financial institutions, each presenting their digital solutions designed to […]
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