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Church of Uganda partners with Paxtel Telecom to promote digital transformation

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Overview: The collaboration is anchored on a shared vision to use mobile technology to strengthen community engagement, expand digital access, and foster financial inclusion among members of the Church of Uganda. In a landmark move set to redefine how the Church engages with technology and communication, the Church of Uganda has entered into a strategic […]

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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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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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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 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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PRESIDENT MUSEVENI WELCOMES COL. SAMSON MANDE BACK TO UGANDA, CALLS FOR CONTINUED PEACE, RECONCILIATION AND REGIONAL UNITY

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PRESIDENT MUSEVENI WELCOMES COL. SAMSON MANDE BACK TO UGANDA, CALLS FOR CONTINUED PEACE, RECONCILIATION AND REGIONAL UNITY Minister for Presidency Milly Babirye Babalanda greets Kenya’s Vice President Kithure Kindiki as Speaker Of Parliament Rt.Hon Anita Among looks on. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has saluted peace-loving Ugandans and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces

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Museveni Urges Youth to Overcome Ideological Confusion

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By Naome Namusoke/KMA updates Kampala, Uganda | October 10, 2025 — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged African and Arab youth to take charge of the future of the world as Africa’s population continues to expand, positioning the continent as a major global force in the coming decades. He made the remarks while closing the

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SBI Holdings Joins Amar Bank as New Shareholder, Strengthening Global Confidence in Indonesia’s Digital Banking Sector

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JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 October 2025 – PT Bank Amar Indonesia Tbk. (“Amar Bank”, IDX: AMAR), a pioneer in digital banking serving the retail and MSME segments, today announces that SBI Holdings, Inc. (“SBI Holdings”, TYO:8473), a leading Japanese financial services conglomerate, has taken a stake in Amar Bank. Following this

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