UN Calls for a Global Truce During 2026 Milan–Cortina Winter Olympics
United Nations, New York The United Nations General Assembly has unanimously adopted a resolution urging all nations to observe a
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Turkey to Host COP31 as Australia Takes Lead in Climate Negotiations
Antalya, Turkey In a deal struck after COP30, Turkey will host the next UN Climate Change Conference — COP31 —
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COP30 Concludes in Brazil Without Binding Fossil Fuel Phase-Out; Countries Agree on Voluntary Plans
Belém, Brazil The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), held in Belém, Brazil, has ended with a controversial compromise:
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Sudanese Refugees Put Pressure on Uganda’s Cities
Kampala, Uganda Uganda continues to host a significant refugee population, including a recent wave from Sudan. Unlike traditional rural settlement
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Uganda Shilling Weakens to 3,920/USD Amid Rising Importer Demand
Traders warn of inflation pressures as importers scramble for foreign currency; Bank of Uganda pledges market intervention. Kampala, UgandaThe Uganda
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Trade Minister Mbadi Vows Major Reforms at Mpondwe Border After Traders Raise Alarm.
Long delays, corruption and outdated infrastructure have crippled the Uganda–DRC trade gateway. Government says a “permanent fix” is coming. Mpondwe,
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Human Rights Watch Accuses Uganda of Intensifying Crackdown on Anti-EACOP Activists.
Human Rights Watch Accuses Uganda of Intensifying Crackdown on Anti-EACOP Activists. Arrests, surveillance and intimidation reported as government pushes forward
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Uganda Promises Sweeping Overhaul to Ease Export Bottlenecks Costing Country Billions
Exporters say border delays, high logistics costs and poor coordination are crippling competitiveness. Government vows new reforms — but delivery
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Ukraine at a Crossroads: Zelenskyy Rejects U.S. 28-Point Peace Plan, Warns of ‘Impossible Choice’
Kyiv / Kampala Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued a stark warning amid intense U.S. pressure: his country faces a
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Tragedy in the Sky: Indian Tejas Jet Crashes at Dubai Airshow, Pilot Dies
Dubai / Kampala An Indian HAL Tejas light combat aircraft crashed during a demonstration flight at the Dubai Airshow on
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