January 2025 – Page 2 – 256trends.com

29
Jan

Health

World Vision and Ministry of Health Collaborate to Fight Mpox in Nakasongola

Asekeny Joan / 2 weeks
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3 min read

World Vision, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, has implemented a comprehensive Mpox response in Nakasongola, the second most affected district in Uganda. Key initiatives include distributing Infection Prevention and Control supplies, training over 200 Village Health Teams, and establishing two isolation centres.

29
Jan

Education

Uganda-Burundi Education Exhibition to Strengthen Regional Ties

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 weeks
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2 min read

The Uganda Embassy in Bujumbura is organizing an Education Exhibition on February 15 at the Donatus Conference Centre, in collaboration with education stakeholders from Uganda and Burundi. The event aims to strengthen educational ties between the two nations and promote regional integration within the East African Community.

28
Jan

National

President Museveni Meets U.K. and U.S. Envoys to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

Amanda Bae / 2 weeks
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1 min read

On January 27, President Yoweri Museveni hosted the British High Commissioner, H.E. Lisa Chesney, and the U.S. Ambassador, H.E. William W. Popp, in separate meetings at State House Entebbe.

28
Jan

Economy

Best Farmers Set to Showcase Collective Success at Harvest Money Expo

Asekeny Joan / 2 weeks
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2 min read

For the first time, the Best Farmers will exhibit as a coalition at the 2025 Harvest Money Expo, showcasing their collective achievements and advocating for agricultural development.

28
Jan

Sports

Uganda’s Chelangat Wins Sevilla Half Marathon

Nkunda Ricky / 2 weeks
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2 min read

Uganda’s Rebecca Chelangat secured victory at the 30th edition of the Sevilla Half Marathon on January 26, 2025. She completed the race at 1:07:18, setting a new course record by beating the previous one by 41 seconds.

28
Jan

Economy

Uganda Sees 25.4% Boost in FDI, Economic Growth Remains Strong

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 weeks
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3 min read

Uganda saw a 25.4% increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first quarter of the 2024/25 financial year, driven by political stability, improved economic conditions, and stronger institutional frameworks.

27
Jan

Security

Youth Leaders in Acholi Launch Initiative to Prevent Electoral Violence Ahead of 2026 General Elections

Asekeny Joan / 2 weeks
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4 min read

Youth leaders in the Acholi sub-region have launched the Association of Acholi Youth Councillors (AAYC) to combat electoral violence and empower young people ahead of Uganda’s 2026 elections. The initiative focuses on socio-economic transformation, financial support through SACCOS, and promoting peace and development.

27
Jan

Development

President Museveni Calls on Mubende Residents to Emphasize Income Generation from Their Homesteads.

Amanda Bae / 2 weeks
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3 min read

President Yoweri Museveni has urged the people of Mubende District to prioritize generating income from their homesteads, assuring them that infrastructure improvements like tarmac roads and electricity will follow speaking at the 39th anniversary celebration of the NRM/A liberation struggle at Mubende National Teachers’ College yesterday 26th January 2025

27
Jan

Economy

France Unveils $4 Billion Investment Plan to Transform Uganda’s Economy

Nkunda Ricky / 2 weeks
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5 min read

The French Government has unveiled an ambitious plan to invest 4 billion dollars, roughly 15 trillion Ugandan shillings, into Uganda over the next three years revealed by the French Embassy in Kampala.

27
Jan

Tourism

President Museveni Launches Jinja Airfield Upgrade to Boost Regional Connectivity and Tourism

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 weeks
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2 min read

President Yoweri Museveni launched the Jinja Airfield upgrading project to enhance regional connectivity, boost tourism, and support trade. The project, led by Gofar Investment and MJ Engineers, includes upgrading the runway, taxiway, and apron to international standards, with completion expected in 15 months

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World Vision and Ministry of Health Collaborate to Fight Mpox in Nakasongola

Uganda-Burundi Education Exhibition to Strengthen Regional Ties

President Museveni Meets U.K. and U.S. Envoys to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

Best Farmers Set to Showcase Collective Success at Harvest Money Expo

Uganda’s Chelangat Wins Sevilla Half Marathon

Uganda Sees 25.4% Boost in FDI, Economic Growth Remains Strong

Youth Leaders in Acholi Launch Initiative to Prevent Electoral Violence Ahead of 2026 General Elections

President Museveni Calls on Mubende Residents to Emphasize Income Generation from Their Homesteads.

France Unveils $4 Billion Investment Plan to Transform Uganda’s Economy

President Museveni Launches Jinja Airfield Upgrade to Boost Regional Connectivity and Tourism

MTN Unveils Sh1b Push for Cashless.

Government To Regulate Real Estate Dealers

New World Bank Director Advocates for.

Electricity Costs Cut on Buggala Island.

President Museveni Calls for.

Uganda Marks World Wetlands.

EAC Countries to Adopt.