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UNBS boss Eng James Kasigwa elected to Global ISO Council

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Kigali, Rwanda: The Executive Director of the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), Eng. James Kasigwa has been elected to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Council for the term 2026–2028, marking a major diplomatic and professional milestone for Uganda on the global standards stage. The election took place during the ISO General Assembly held in […]

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APO Group Selected as Emirates’ Public Relations Agency for Africa

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The collaboration is designed to reinforce Emirates’ visibility in the region and ensure consistent, insight-led communications that support brand and commercial objectives JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, October 13, 2025/ —  APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading pan-African communications and news distribution consultancy, has been selected by Emirates, one of the world’s largest international airlines, as its public relations

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Jjagwe Applauds NCS for Patience Amid Federation Licensing Hurdles

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Sports administrator Robert Jjagwe has praised the National Council of Sports (NCS) for exercising patience and understanding as national sports federations grapple with tough new licensing requirements under the revised Sports Act. In an opinion piece titled “NCS deserves Applause for understanding Federation Licensing Challenges,” Jjagwe said the NCS has taken a fair approach by

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Tiger Woods undergoes disc replacement surgery for pain, lack of mobility

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Tiger Woods underwent lumbar disc replacement surgery in his lower back after experiencing pain and a lack of mobility, the 15-time major golf champion announced on Saturday. Written by Staff Tiger Woods announced Saturday that he has another surgery on his back. The 15-time major champion posted on social media that he underwent an L4-L5

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Madagascar soldiers join protests as coup fears rise

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The protests, inspired by Gen Z-led movements in Kenya and Nepal, began over water and electricity shortages but have since escalated, with demonstrators calling for Rajoelina to step down, apologize for violence against protesters, and dissolve the Senate and electoral commission. At least 22 people have been killed and 100 injured in the unrest since

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Kenya’s Catholics to use new sacramental wine after old vintage became popular at bars

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The Catholic Church in Kenya is using new wine after the previous vintage became popular for sale and secular consumption. On Oct. 4, following a day of prayer at a Marian shrine in Subukia, Kenya, Archbishop Maurice Muhatia Makumba, chairman of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops, held up one bottle of the old wine

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17 children reportedly killed in attack on Sudan displacement camp

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The UN children’s agency, UNICEF, has received reports that the attack occurred in a facility hosting families displaced by the ongoing conflict in the region. A further 21 children were reportedly injured. According to media reporting, up to 60 people were killed on Saturday’s assault by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which has been fighting Sudanese

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Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo wins Chicago Marathon, Amos Kipruto comes second

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Jacob Kiplimo’s speed dropped while reaching the finishing line but he still finished 91 seconds ahead of the second placed. Ugandan runner turned out to be become champion of the 2025 Chicago Marathon. The 24-year-old finished the race with an unofficial time of 02:02:23 on just his second ever run over 26.2 miles. Kiplimo broke

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Uganda to host next Digital Government Africa Summit

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Lusaka, Zambia: Uganda has been selected to host the 2026 edition of the Digital Government Africa Summit (DGA), following an outstanding presentation by its delegation at this year’s summit in Lusaka, Zambia. The announcement came on October 9, coinciding with Uganda’s 63rd Independence Day celebrations, marking a continental recognition of the country’s growing leadership in

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