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Navigating January Finances: Overcoming financial challenges in Uganda

Navigating January Finances: Overcoming financial challenges in Uganda

The month of January often presents financial challenges for many individuals and families around the world, and Uganda is no exception. The aftermath of festive season spending combined with the anticipation of school fees, rent, and other obligations can le

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Museveni and Ruto to Address Bilateral Trade in Upcoming IGAD Meeting

Museveni and Ruto to Address Bilateral Trade in Upcoming IGAD Meeting

President Museveni is scheduled to engage in discussions with his Kenyan counterpart, William Ruto, focusing on bilateral trade matters in an upcoming Intergovernmental Authority on Development (Igad) meeting hosted by Uganda. The meeting is of particular significance as it coincides with straine

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Bugisu Surpasses Busoga in Severe Jigger Infestations

Bugisu Surpasses Busoga in Severe Jigger Infestations

A report from Sole Hope Uganda, a Non-Governmental Organisation focusing on Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), indicates that Bugisu sub-region has now surpassed Busoga in terms of jigger infections. Jigger infections were previously a significant concern in the Busoga sub-region, with reports o

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Uganda Adds 14 Field Epidemiologists to Its Disease Surveillance Team

Uganda Adds 14 Field Epidemiologists to Its Disease Surveillance Team

Uganda has added 14 new field epidemiologists to its ranks, bringing the total number of disease surveillance and detection experts in the country to 93. At the graduation ceremony, concerns were raised about the shortage of such experts in Africa, with some countries operating with only two or t

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International Kite Festival in Uganda Contributes 275 Pints of Blood to Address Shortages

International Kite Festival in Uganda Contributes 275 Pints of Blood to Address Shortages

The International Kite Festival (Uttarayan) organized by the Shree Kutchi Leva Patel Samaj (SKLPS) community and the Shree Kutch Satsang Swaminarayan Temple (SKSS Temple) in Kampala has successfully collected 275 pints of blood. The festival, held on January 14, included a blood donation drive as

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Jofra Archer: Rob Key hopeful fast bowler can play in T20 World Cup

Jofra Archer: Rob Key hopeful fast bowler can play in T20 World Cup

England are hopeful Jofra Archer can play in the T20 World Cup in June, according to managing director Rob Key.Fast bowler Archer, 28, has not played any professional cricket since May after a recurrence of a long-standing elbow injury.He did train with the England

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Live Coverage: Australian Open 2024 – Djokovic, Rublev, and Garin Steal the Spotlight

Live Coverage: Australian Open 2024 – Djokovic, Rublev, and Garin Steal the Spotlight

Novak Djokovic prepares for his first-round match as O’Connell and Kubler make significant moves in their respective matches.7.03 pm: Djokovic Set to Play as O’Connell and Kubler Impress The Australian Open trophies have been presented at the center court ahead of Novak Djokovic’s fi

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Uganda Rugby Union Suspends Lekuru Amidst Team Controversy

Uganda Rugby Union Suspends Lekuru Amidst Team Controversy

Emily Lekuru, a prominent player in the Uganda Lady Cranes, finds herself suspended by the Uganda Rugby Union (URU) in a case entangled with conflicting claims and accusations. The controversy began when Lekuru, initially named in the 12-player traveling team for the World Rugby Challenger Series

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Surviving Kampala on a UGX 500,000 Salary – A Practical Guide

Surviving Kampala on a UGX 500,000 Salary – A Practical Guide

Simon Mburu, a 24-year-old who has recently secured employment in Rubaga, Kampala, with a monthly net salary of UGX 500,000, seeks guidance on budgeting and achieving financial independence. Facing the challenges of living in an expensive city on a modest income, Simon aims to not only cover his

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Coffee Prices Soar in Ibanda District

Coffee Prices Soar in Ibanda District

Farmers in Ibanda are experiencing a boon in their earnings as coffee prices reach unprecedented highs over the past few months. Robusta coffee, in particular, is currently trading at a record high of sh9,200 per kilogram in Ibanda town, with beans fetching sh8,900 a kilo in Kashangura, Kagongo d

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