Russian energy giant Gazprom said on Wednesday that it signed a strategic memorandum on gas supplies to Iran. The agreement was signed with National Iranian Gas Company during the visit of a Russian delegation headed by Gazprom’s head Alexey Miller, the company’s press service said in a statement. “A strategic memorandum has been signed with […]
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Bolivian authorities arrested a former general who staged a failed coup attempt Wednesday against President Luis Arce, local media reported. Juan Jose Zuniga, who was fired earlier this week as commander of the Bolivian Army, “has tried to subvert the constitutional order,” said Deputy Interior Minister Jhonny Aguilera before Zuniga’s arrest, according to the Ahora
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Uganda’s shadow minister for foreign affairs Muwada Nkunyinygi.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates. Uganda’s shadow minister for foreign affairs Muwada Nkunyinygi.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates. By Godfrey Kiyingi/KMA Updates has challenged the release by the ministry of foreign affairs alleging that the Uganda house in Kenya was set on fire by the protesting Kenyans. Addressing journalists
ENGIE Energy Access will provide reliable electricity to underserved families and small businesses, creating economic growth and increasing socio-economic welfare in local communities LUSAKA, Zambia, June 26, 2024/ — ENGIE Energy Access (www.ENGIE-EnergyAccess.com), Africa’s leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) and mini-grid solutions provider, has officially commenced the construction of 15 solar mini-grids in Zambia’s Eastern Province. This
Inside United Arabs Emirates The UAE has suspended ’emergency’ residence permits for Sudanese refugees, prompting cancellations to avoid fines. Travel agencies now require a deposit for unused visas, aiming to prevent penalties. Dubai recently resumed accepting applications after temporarily halting issuance. The United Arab Emirates’ Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP)
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Kenya’s President William Ruto speaking during an official function. PHOTO/COURTESY Summary: President William Ruto has declined to sign the Finance Bill, 2024 into law following significant protests in Kenya. On June 25, demonstrators breached Parliament premises for the first time in the country’s history. Ruto’s decision to return the Bill to Parliament is seen as
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Russia alleges that the US has expanded its biological military activities into Africa following Russia’s disruption of similar programs in Ukraine, citing evidence of Pentagon contractors and research in multiple African countries. The Russian Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Protection Forces have revealed that the United States is expanding its biological military presence in Africa. Lieutenant
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Uganda House in Nairobi was torched during protests, prompting calls for investigation by opposition leader Kizza Besigye amid concerns of possible political motives. Uganda’s Foreign Affairs Ministry urges calm and promises a thorough probe into the incident, which also saw other buildings ablaze in the city. Violence erupted in Nairobi’s Central Business District as protests
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dfcu Bank marks 60 years of impact in Uganda, focusing on tailored strategies to support growth in the manufacturing sector through innovative financial solutions and strategic partnerships. Celebrating 60 years of empowering lives and businesses across Uganda, dfcu Bank reaffirms its commitment to fostering positive change. With a recent announcement of its sector specialization strategy,
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The management and owners of the implicated businesses have submitted to UNBS for additional questioning, with prosecution pending for offenses related to possessing and distributing underweight pre-packaged goods. Summary UNBS seized 700 bags of underweight sugar in Soroti and underweight bread in Mbarara and Wakiso, prompting prosecution of involved businesses for violating standards laws. In
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