December 2023 – Page 9 – 256trends.com

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Dec

Technology

Instagram and Facebook cross-messaging is to end, according to Meta

Benzo kats / 1 year
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2 min read

Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has quietly announced the end of cross-messaging between the two platforms. Starting in mid-December, Instagram users will no longer be able to initiate new conversations with Facebook contacts, and existing Instagram chats with Facebook friends will become read-only. Instagram users will no longer be able to message […]

06
Dec

Technology

EU seeks Consensus on the first AI law in History

Benzo kats / 1 year
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4 min read

On Wednesday, the European Union will try to come to an agreement on broad regulations to control artificial intelligence. This comes after months of challenging talks, especially regarding the oversight of ChatGPT and other forms of generative AI. Brussels is bent on bringing big tech to heel with a powerful legal armoury to protect EU […]

06
Dec

Uganda’s Prime Minister Advocates for Clean Cooking, Secures Pledges at COP28

Amanda Bae / 1 year
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3 min read

Prime Minister, Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, addressed the Global e-Cooking Coalition at COP28 in Dubai, highlighting the urgent need to address the environmental and health impacts of traditional cooking methods. Pledges totalling at least US$30 million were announced, with the UK and Germany contributing significant amounts.

06
Dec

Uganda Advances Renewable Energy Goals with 150MW Solar Plant Agreement at COP28

Cherop Amarie / 1 year
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3 min read

Uganda takes a significant step in achieving renewable energy targets by signing an MOU during COP28, agreeing to a 150MW solar energy plant with UAE’s Masdar as part of a broader 1GW collaboration. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja officiated, highlighting the initiative’s role in addressing electricity demand, accessibility, and job creation.

06
Dec

Sh1.4 trillion injected in UDB by Government.

Nkwanzi Sheena / 1 year
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3 min read

The government, through the Uganda Development Bank Ltd (UDB), has invested sh1.4 trillion in initiatives like the Parish Development Model and Emyooga to accelerate socio-economic development. The Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) aims to support the private sector, especially in industries like cotton, fruit processing, tea, sugar, and coffee.

06
Dec

Eyes on ADF: Shs 20m Bounty for Information Leading to Arrest

Asekeny Joan / 1 year
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2 min read

Law enforcement is offering a sh20m reward for credible information leading to the arrest of ADF suspects Musa Kamusi and Habib Sulaiman. The Joint Anti-Terrorism Task Force seeks their apprehension for alleged involvement in terror attacks using IEDs in Kampala and Butambala.

05
Dec

Technology

Telegram adds new Discovery and Customization Features to liven up its Channels

Benzo kats / 1 year
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2 min read

Telegram is enhancing its channel features to compete with WhatsApp, introducing improved channel discovery, customizable emojis for reactions, and statistics for stories. Users joining new channels will receive recommendations for related channels. Channels can now repost their stories on their pages, with added text, photos, or videos. Courtesy Of Telegram In an effort to better […]

05
Dec

Uganda Joins Global Commitment to Transform Agriculture for Climate Goals

Cherop Amarie / 1 year
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4 min read

Uganda joins 133 other countries in committing to the UAE Declaration, emphasizing agricultural pathways aligned with the Paris Agreement’s long-term goals.

05
Dec

Resumption of Second Phase- ATMIS Troop Drawdown in Somalia

Amanda Bae / 1 year
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3 min read

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has announced the recommencement of the second phase of troop withdrawal from Somalia in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2710 (2023). Initially paused upon the Federal Government of Somalia’s request, the withdrawal involves 3,000 troops and the transfer of control for eight Forward Operating Bases by December 2023.

05
Dec

President Museveni Met United States Ambassador to Uganda William Popp at State House Entebbe

Nkwanzi Sheena / 1 year
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2 min read

President Museveni met with US Ambassador Popp to discuss various matters, including the AGOA controversy. President Museveni sent a letter to President Biden regarding AGOA, with Ambassador Popp tasked to deliver it.

President Museveni Welcomes New...

President Museveni Proposes Landmark...

President Museveni Hosts H.E...

Uganda Renews Commitment to...

President Yoweri Museveni Renews...

President Museveni Hosts Former...

President Museveni Welcomes New...

President Museveni Proposes Landmark...

President Museveni Hosts H.E...

Uganda Renews Commitment to...

President Yoweri Museveni Renews...

President Museveni Hosts Former...

Instagram and Facebook cross-messaging is to end, according to Meta

EU seeks Consensus on the first AI law in History

Uganda’s Prime Minister Advocates for Clean Cooking, Secures Pledges at COP28

Uganda Advances Renewable Energy Goals with 150MW Solar Plant Agreement at COP28

Sh1.4 trillion injected in UDB by Government.

Eyes on ADF: Shs 20m Bounty for Information Leading to Arrest

Telegram adds new Discovery and Customization Features to liven up its Channels

Uganda Joins Global Commitment to Transform Agriculture for Climate Goals

Resumption of Second Phase- ATMIS Troop Drawdown in Somalia

President Museveni Met United States Ambassador to Uganda William Popp at State House Entebbe

MTN Unveils Sh1b Push for Cashless.

Government To Regulate Real Estate Dealers

New World Bank Director Advocates for.

Electricity Costs Cut on Buggala Island.

Uganda Renews Commitment to.

President Yoweri Museveni Renews.

President Museveni Hosts Former.