February 2024 – Page 8 – 256trends.com

12
Feb

National

Initiatives to Rescue and Repatriate Ugandans Held inMyanmar, Egypt, India

Asekeny Joan / 11 months
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3 min read

Government’s efforts, led by Prime Minister Nabbanja, to secure the release and repatriation of Ugandans held hostage by rebel groups in Myanmar, Egypt, India. The government, in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), is diligently working to ensure the release and repatriation of Ugandan citizens detained by rebel factions in Myanmar, as conveyed […]

12
Feb

National

Turkey NRM Chapter Commends Government for Repatriating and Resettling Ugandans

Nkunda Ricky / 11 months
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4 min read

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chapter in Ankara, Turkey has commended the Ugandan government for the good job done in the repatriation and resettlement of Ugandans facing hurdles abroad. This came during a meeting with the Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs, who is also the NRM Diaspora League Chairperson, Ambassador Abbey Walusimbi, at the […]

12
Feb

Technology

Google Unveils Gemini: A Major Move in the AI Race

David Sekkle / 11 months
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2 min read

Google rebranded its ChatGPT-style chatbot to Gemini, aiming for heightened visibility across its product line as it competes with Microsoft in AI innovation.

11
Feb

Economy

Financial Markets Index: Uganda’s Ranking Elevates from Fifth to First in EAC

Nkunda Ricky / 11 months
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2 min read

The managing director of Amalgamated Banks of South Africa Limited (ABSA), Mumba Kalifungwa, has said Uganda has progressively improved in the Africa Financial Markets Index, from its previous position of fifth in 2021 to first place in 2023 with a 62.8% score among the East African Region and placed in fourth position in Africa. The […]

11
Feb

Development

Uganda Airlines Plans Crew Expansion to Tackle Delays and Facilitate Growth

Amanda Bae / 11 months
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3 min read

Uganda Airlines has announced plans to double its crew numbers in a bid to address flight delays and facilitate its ambitious expansion plans. The airline’s Director of Flight Operations revealed the need for more captains and first officers to meet targets, citing past instances of postponed or canceled flights due to crew shortages. In a […]

11
Feb

Technology

URA Takes Lead in Managing Gulu Logistics Hub

Nkwanzi Sheena / 11 months
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3 min read

The URA Customs Department and Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) discussed operationalizing the Gulu Logistics Hub (GLH) in Northern Uganda. Originally, it was suggested that URA manages it as a Regional Custom Designated Area (RCDA) for streamlined cargo transportation. The Permanent Secretary agreed, and during discussions, URC’s MD sought clarity on benefits and costs. The URA […]

09
Feb

Security

We Must Address Police Welfare for An Effective Criminal Justice System, Says Hon. Tayebwa

Nkunda Ricky / 11 months
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5 min read

The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has called upon the government to tackle the ongoing welfare issues affecting the police force for Uganda to establish a robust criminal justice system. After receiving a research report conducted by the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) on the working and living conditions of police personnel at Parliament […]

09
Feb

National

Court Halts Trial of Minister Kitutu Pending Appeal Decision

Amanda Bae / 11 months
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4 min read

The trial of Karamoja Affairs Minister Mary Gorreti Kitutu Kimono, accused of causing loss of public property in the iron sheets scandal, has been halted by the Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala. The court decided to pause proceedings until the Court of Appeal determines Kitutu’s appeal, challenging her trial on grounds of alleged torture. The Anti-Corruption […]

09
Feb

National

Parliament Applauds as Uganda’s Justice Sebutinde Ascends to International Court of Justice Vice President

Asekeny Joan / 11 months
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2 min read

Lady Justice Julia Sebutinde’s election as Vice President of the International Court of Justice has been met with commendation from Uganda’s Parliament. Sebutinde’s achievement is seen as raising Uganda’s profile internationally. The announcement of Lady Justice Julia Sebutinde’s election as Vice President of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has been met with commendation from […]

09
Feb

National

Uganda and Algeria Strengthen Military Partnership

Nkwanzi Sheena / 11 months
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2 min read

Uganda and Algeria are set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding, aiming to strengthen cooperation in advanced technologies, training, and counterterrorism efforts. The meeting between the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs of Uganda and a delegation from Algeria’s Ministry of National Defence emphasized the need for a legal framework to guide collaboration Uganda and […]

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Uganda Announces Vanilla Season...

Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja...

Initiatives to Rescue and Repatriate Ugandans Held inMyanmar, Egypt, India

Turkey NRM Chapter Commends Government for Repatriating and Resettling Ugandans

Google Unveils Gemini: A Major Move in the AI Race

Financial Markets Index: Uganda’s Ranking Elevates from Fifth to First in EAC

Uganda Airlines Plans Crew Expansion to Tackle Delays and Facilitate Growth

URA Takes Lead in Managing Gulu Logistics Hub

We Must Address Police Welfare for An Effective Criminal Justice System, Says Hon. Tayebwa

Court Halts Trial of Minister Kitutu Pending Appeal Decision

Parliament Applauds as Uganda’s Justice Sebutinde Ascends to International Court of Justice Vice President

Uganda and Algeria Strengthen Military Partnership

MTN Unveils Sh1b Push for Cashless.

Government To Regulate Real Estate Dealers

New World Bank Director Advocates for.

Electricity Costs Cut on Buggala Island.

Ugandan Saccos Urged on.

Uganda Calls for Increased.

UCC Warns Artistes and.