Political Temperature Soars as Uganda Prepares for 2025 Parliamentary Nominations
Kampala/Uganda Uganda’s political arena is heating up as the nominations for Members of Parliament (MPs) are set to begin Wednesday
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African Union Moves Toward Single Digital ID Framework by 2026
Addis Ababa/ Ethiopia.The African Union Commission (AUC) has announced progress on a continental Digital Identity and Data Governance Framework —
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Unlock Unbeatable Advertising Opportunities with The Urban Gazette: 50% Discount for All Advertisers
As the digital world evolves, businesses of all kinds are seeking innovative ways to connect with urban consumers—whether through engaging
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Kampala’s Smart-City Drive Gains Traction as Pilot Zones Go Digital
Kampala/Uganda.The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has announced the rollout of phase II of its Smart City Program, a multi-agency
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Rwanda Positions Kigali as Africa’s New MICE Powerhouse
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Kenya’s Safari Industry Embraces AI for Smarter, Greener Tourism
Nairobi Leads Africa’s Digital Conservation Revolution Kenya’s tourism sector — long synonymous with the “Big Five” — is embracing the
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Uganda’s Creative Economy Takes Center Stage at Nyege Nyege Festival 2025
Jinja: Where Rhythm Meets Revolution As the sun sets over the River Nile, Uganda’s most vibrant cultural export — the
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Hamas to Return Another Hostage Body as Cease-fire Strains in Gaza
Gaza / Washington The fragile cease-fire between Israel and Hamas continues to face significant strain as Hamas announced it intends
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy Opens Door to Donald Trump-Vladimir Putin Summit as Ukraine War Enters New Phase
Kyiv / Washington.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated he would be willing to take part in a summit between U.S.
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Yoweri Kaguta Museveni Steps Up Campaigning Ahead of Elections
Kampala, UgandaPresident Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has intensified his election-campaign activities across Uganda, including high-profile appearances and addresses in the northern
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