April 2024 – Page 4 – 256trends.com

22
Apr

Enumerators in 2024 National Census to Take Oath of Secrecy

Asekeny Joan / 9 months
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2 min read

Enumerators for the 2024 national census in Uganda are required to take an oath of secrecy to safeguard respondent information, with potential legal consequences for breaches. All enumerators participating in the 2024 national census are mandated to undergo an oath of secrecy. This additional measure aims to prevent the unauthorized disclosure of confidential information pertaining […]

21
Apr

National

Wildlife Sector Overhaul, UWEC and UWA Set to Merge

Nkwanzi Sheena / 9 months
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2 min read

Tourism Minister Tom Butime’s announced the merger between the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) and the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) to prevent service duplication. UWEC focuses on species breeding, while UWA manages wildlife conservation. The merger of the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) and the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) will prevent duplication of services, tourism […]

21
Apr

Cricket

Uganda’s Women’s Cricket Team Prepares for T20 World Cup Qualifier

Asekeny Joan / 9 months
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2 min read

Captain Janet Mbabazi motivates Uganda’s women’s cricket team ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the need to approach the tournament with enjoyment and readiness for strong competition. Newly elected captain of the Victoria Pearls, Janet Mbabazi, has imparted advice to her players who are set to depart for […]

21
Apr

Technology

Uganda considers IT deal with Turkey to boost digital transformation

Nkunda Ricky / 9 months
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2 min read

The Ugandan government is in advanced talks to sign a partnership agreement with Turkey to accelerate the country’s digital transformation efforts. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology, and National Guidance, Dr. Aminah Zawedde, on Thursday 18th April 2024 said that the planned partnership would enable them to leverage their expertise and […]

21
Apr

Economy

Modern Tiles Revolutionizes Ugandan Market with Local Production

Amanda Bae / 9 months
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3 min read

Modern Tiles, a part of the Modern Group of Companies, has launched a state-of-the-art showroom in Kampala, Uganda, challenging the dominance of imported tiles in the market. With a focus on locally sourced raw materials and value addition, the company has slashed tile prices significantly, making them more accessible to consumers. The three have invested […]

19
Apr

Technology

Meta Unveils Llama 3: A Groundbreaking Advancement in Generative AI Models

David Sekkle / 9 months
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7 min read

Meta has introduced the latest additions to its Llama series of open generative AI models, known as Llama 3. This release includes two models: Llama 3 8B, containing 8 billion parameters, and Llama 3 70B, containing a staggering 70 billion parameters. Meta describes these models as a significant advancement over the previous generation, boasting unparalleled performance.

19
Apr

Religion

Biblical Insights on Census

Asekeny Joan / 9 months
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2 min read

Archbishop Dr. Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu emphasizes the biblical significance of counting people, citing examples from Exodus and the time of King Caesar in Egypt. He urges all Christians to embrace this practice during a census sensitization event organized by UBOS. Counting individuals holds biblical significance, a sentiment underscored by Church of Uganda Archbishop Dr. Stephen […]

19
Apr

Politics

President Museveni Greenlights Annual International Kampala Marathon

Amanda Bae / 9 months
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3 min read

A high-level meeting at State House Entebbe, led by President Museveni, has approved the establishment of the Kampala Marathon, with an investment of USD 4.6 million. The event aims to position Uganda as a global sports and tourist destination, attracting elite runners from around the world. With government support, the marathon seeks to showcase Uganda’s […]

19
Apr

Economy

Over 24,000 Taxpayers Voluntarily Adopted EFRIS

Nkunda Ricky / 9 months
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2 min read

The state minister for finance, planning, and economic development, Amos Lugoloobi, revealed that over 24,000 taxpayers have already adopted the Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing Solutions (EFRIS), despite the protests by some traders during Parliamentary plenary yesterday, 18th, April, 2024. Despite objections from certain traders, during parliamentary plenary, state Minister for Finance, Planning, and Economic […]

19
Apr

National

President Museveni Inaugurates Modern Supreme Court and Court of Appeal Buildings

Nkwanzi Sheena / 9 months
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7 min read

President Museveni commissioned a newly constructed Supreme Court and Court of Appeal buildings in Uganda’s Judiciary Headquarters. President Museveni praised the collaboration between the Judiciary and the government in funding and completing the project. President Museveni at the inauguration of the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal yesterday 18th April 2024 President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni […]

Youth Leaders in Acholi...

President Museveni Calls on...

France Unveils $4 Billion...

President Museveni Launches Jinja...

$600 Million Funding Approved...

Bodaboda Industry Grows Amid...

Enumerators in 2024 National Census to Take Oath of Secrecy

Wildlife Sector Overhaul, UWEC and UWA Set to Merge

Uganda’s Women’s Cricket Team Prepares for T20 World Cup Qualifier

Uganda considers IT deal with Turkey to boost digital transformation

Modern Tiles Revolutionizes Ugandan Market with Local Production

Meta Unveils Llama 3: A Groundbreaking Advancement in Generative AI Models

Biblical Insights on Census

President Museveni Greenlights Annual International Kampala Marathon

Over 24,000 Taxpayers Voluntarily Adopted EFRIS

President Museveni Inaugurates Modern Supreme Court and Court of Appeal Buildings

MTN Unveils Sh1b Push for Cashless.

Government To Regulate Real Estate Dealers

New World Bank Director Advocates for.

Electricity Costs Cut on Buggala Island.

Youth Leaders in Acholi.

President Museveni Calls on.

France Unveils $4 Billion.