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    Uganda Advocates for Africa’s Permanent Membership on UN Security Council

    President Museveni has previously described the absence of any African country on the UNSC as an example of a historical injustice, noting that there are no permanent members from Africa, irrespective of Africa being engaged in works of maintaining international peace and security.

    Uganda at 62: A Journey Through Environmental Triumphs and Trials

    Uganda's environmental journey since her independence in 1962 is marked by significant achievements and challenges, ranging from diverse biodiversity, socio-economic issues, and evolving governance.

    Uganda Temporarily Permits Visa on Arrival amid E-Visa System Upgrade Breakdown

    The temporary visa-on-arrival policy affects various categories of travelers, including tourists, business visitors, and diplomats. As airlines have been notified to accommodate these changes, travelers are advised to prepare for potential delays at immigration checkpoints due to the manual processing of visas.

    Four Arrested in Kampala for Kidnapping 3-Year-Old Girl

    Kidnappings among children are on the rise in the Makindye division. On September 8, 2024, police arrested a woman, only identified as Nalubiri, in a rented home in Katwe parish, after kidnapping a toddler during a Sunday church service in Kisenyi, Kampala. This calls for further investigations to find out the motives of the kidnappers in the area.

    NSSF Announces Increased Interest Rate of 11.5% for 2023-2024, Boosts Member Payouts to Ugx 2 Trillion

    The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has announced an interest rate of 11.5% for the financial year 2023/2024, an increase from the 9.7% that was declared the previous year.

    KARUMA: UNRA Asks Motorists to Adjust Travel Plans to Avoid Delays

    The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has advised motorists traveling from Masindi Port and the Paraa-Murchison Falls National Park route to plan their journeys ahead of time so as to avoid delays on the road.

    Uganda to Celebrate African Traditional Medicine Day with Focus on Quality, Safety

    The celebration of African Traditional Medicine Day not only honors the rich heritage of traditional healing practices but also aims to integrate these methods into national health systems, enhancing their recognition and regulatory frameworks across Africa.

    ANTHRAX: Authorities Close Livestock Markets, Suspend Meat Sales in Kanungu

    The authorities in Kanungu district have temporarily banned the movement and sale of livestock and consumption of meat from cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, and their products following an outbreak of anthrax.

    Health Experts Call for Vigilance after Confirming First M-Pox Case in Nakaseke

    M-pox, which spreads from animals to humans through close contact with infected individuals, has raised concerns due to its recent resurgence in neighboring countries. As of September 2, 2024, Uganda had reported a total of 10 confirmed cases from five districts.

    Police Investigate Two Separate Fire Outbreaks in Kampala School, Entebbe

    The first incident was reported around midnight at Kakungulu Memorial School in Kibuli, Makindye division, where the fire broke out in the dormitories housing over 50 students, while in the second incident, a fire outbreak occurred at the Entebbe municipality headquarters.

    Boeing Workers Strike, Demand Better Pay

    Boeing Aircraft Assembly workers have downed their tools at the factories in the Seattle and Portland areas after union members voted to go on strike and reject a tentative contract that included a 25% pay raise over four years instead of a 40% raise.

    HVACS Uncovers Increased Violence Against Children in Uganda’s Refugee Camps

    A new study conducted in Uganda's refugee settlements has revealed alarming rates of violence against children.

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