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Somalia joins as the 6th country to establish a Multistakeholder Platform

Views: 1 Somalia launches its Multi-Stakeholder Platform (MSP) to revitalize the feed and fodder sector, aiming to improve productivity, sustainability, and economic opportunities amidst environmental challenges and fragmented supply chains. KAMPALA, Uganda, 27 June 2024 – Somalia has taken a significant step forward in agricultural development by introducing its Multi-Stakeholder Platform (MSP) aimed at revitalizing […]

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Vertiv Adds New Direct Expansion Cooling Unit to Enable Carbon Footprint Reduction

Views: 13 Liebert PDX-PAM and AOC with racks.  Vertiv™ Liebert® PDX family expands to utilise low-GWP and non-flammable refrigerant in EMEA  London, UK [26 June, 2024] – Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today introduced the new, highly efficient Vertiv™ Liebert® PDX-PAM direct expansion perimeter units with low

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Julius Yego makes history at African Championships but falls short of Olympics standard

Views: 4 Julius Yego, the 2015 World Champion, led the charge by winning his fifth African javelin title with a throw of 80.24 metres, solidifying his status as the continent’s javelin king. Kenya’s athletes displayed unparalleled prowess, successfully defending their title as the Athletics Kings of Africa. The team had previously won the overall title

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Muwada Nkunyingi calls upon the Kenyan government to investigate the burning of Uganda House in Kenya during the Protests

Views: 4 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.

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Off-Grid Energy Leader ENGIE Energy Access Launches 15 Solar Mini-Grids in Zambia, targets 60 by 2025

Views: 16 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

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UAE Suspends ‘Emergency’ Residence Permits for Sudanese Refugees

Views: 13 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

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President Ruto Declines to Sign Finance Bill into Law

Views: 3 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

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Dr. Kizza Besigye calls for investigation after Uganda House torched in Nairobi protests

Views: 13 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

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Dfcu Bank Celebrates 60 Years of Impact in Uganda’s Manufacturing Sector

Views: 2 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

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UNBS confiscates underweight sugar and bread; traders face prosecution

Views: 4 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

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