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- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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Cash crop strategy to boost agriculture in Northern Uganda
The State Minister for Northern Uganda, Hon. Kenneth Omona, has proposed that for the region to develop in the agricultural sector, they must have an agreed cash crop which people…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) begins construction of solar-powered water project in Jowhar
The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has commenced the construction of a solar-powered water project in Jowhar, the Hirshabelle State. The project, launched yesterday at the Jowhar Airport…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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President to resolve compensation woes of Northern Uganda war claimants
President Yoweri Museveni has given the people of Northern Uganda reassurance that he will resolve the impasse in compensating war claimants in the region. “I will call a meeting and…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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How investments in early childhood centres in Zanzibar are unlocking women’s earning power
In Zanzibar, Tanzania, women like Munira Abdallah Abdallah are experiencing transformation in their economic lives, thanks to investments in early childhood centres. A grandmother and sea moss farmer, she now…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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President Akufo-Addoâs Call to the Methodist Church: Be Pillars of Truth and Justice
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has called on the Methodist Church of Ghana to continue playing its crucial role in nation-building by being pillars of truth, justice, and righteousness. Addressing…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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Statement by Binance Chief Executive Officer (CEO): Tigranâs Deteriorating Condition after 6 Months of Unjust Detention
We are now at the six month mark of Tigran’s unjust detention. Tigran’s physical and mental conditions have deteriorated rapidly with his situation being more dire than ever. He is in…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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United States (U.S.) and Ghana Nuclear Firms Sign Landmark Commercial Agreement for Small Modular Reactor Project in Ghana
At the U.S.-Africa Nuclear Energy Summit in Nairobi, Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie Jenkins, joined by U.S. Department of Energy Deputy Assistant Secretary Aleshia…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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Zambia must immediately halt downward spiral of infringements on fundamental freedoms: UN experts
Independent experts* today expressed concern about multiple allegations of arbitrary arrests and detentions on charges of, inter alia, unlawful assembly, espionage, hate speech and seditious practices against opposition political party…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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Committee Welcomes Preparations for Implementation of Two-Pot Retirement System
The Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration received a briefing yesterday from the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) on the fund’s state of readiness to implement the two-pot system…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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International Trade Centre (ITC) and West African Association for Cross-Border Trade (WACTAF) partner to enhance cross-border trade data and facilitation in West Africa
Informal traders account for a significant share of commerce among West African countries. Better data collection, digital tools and on-the-ground support can help their businesses thrive. That's the goal of…