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Uganda’s President Museveni to seek reelection

The upcoming general elections will not only determine the presidency but also see voters elect lawmakers to the national assembly Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni is set to seek reelection for another term

June 29, 2025

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UAE, Uganda forge closer ties

President of Uganda received H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed; both countries have deepened ties with strategic agreements in energy, investment and digital innovation In a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at expanding bilateral

May 9, 2025

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UK Govt announces support to help Uganda fight mpox

Philip Smith, the Acting British High Commissioner to Uganda said, “It is critical that we work with the Government of Uganda to counter this outbreak…reports Asian Lite News The British High Commission

October 28, 2024

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Uganda launches probe into Somalia military chopper crash

Kulayigye said the chopper was flying from Mogadishu to Belidoogle airfield, about 90 km northwest of the Somali capital, with four people on board…reports Asian Lite News The Ugandan military on Friday

September 22, 2024

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Road accidents in Uganda kill over 230 schoolkids in nine months

Michael Kananura urged parents, teachers, and motorists to take responsibility and ensure the safety of pupils and students as the three-month new term opened….reports Asian Lite News A total of 239 schoolchildren

September 22, 2024

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British Chamber of Commerce opens office in Uganda

The Chamber of Commerce’s main objective is to promote better trade links between the UK and Uganda and increase trade and investment….reports Asian Lite News The British Chamber of Commerce, which is

September 19, 2024

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Global South urges shift in global balance of power

Dennis Francis, president of the UN General Assembly, said addressing the current global challenges requires creativity and consensus-building to fashion effective solutions…reports Asian Lite News Leaders of developing countries gathered in the

January 23, 2024

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Ugandan President Lauds Contribution of Indian Diaspora

At the outset of his address, he also recognised India’s pivotal role in the establishment of the NAM group and the nation’s participation in the inaugural NAM summit in Belgrade in 1961…reports

January 22, 2024

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Jaishankar: Voice of Non-Aligned Movement is Here to be Heard

“The voice of the NAM is here to be heard. The voice of the NAM is here to stay and to grow. Let us send that message today”, Jaishankar said in India’s

January 19, 2024

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India Gifts Buses, Ambulances, Tractors to Uganda

Uganda was endorsed to chair the Non-Aligned Movement on behalf of Africa for the period from 2022 to 2025…reports Asian Lite News In a warm gesture, India has gifted 10 executive buses,

January 15, 2024

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