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Putin vows to enhance relations with DPRK

SEOUL | Xinhua |  Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his intent to enhance bilateral relations with the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) in an article ahead of his planned visit to the DPRK, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on Tuesday. In the article published by the …

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Nankabirwa warns brokers about illegal power connection fees

Wobulenzi , Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development Ruth Nankabirwa has cautioned Ugandans against paying illegal fees for power extension in their villages. About 57.2 % of people in urban areas and 10% in rural areas have access to electricity in Uganda. As a …

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What next after MPs Namujju, Mutembuli sent to High Court?

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MPs Cissy Namujju and Yusuf Mutembuli’s bail application flopped on Monday and they were instead sent by the Anti Corruption Court to the High Court for trial. Chief  Magistrates Court declined to hear the bail applications for the members of Parliament who are facing charges …

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Mbappe’s Euro 2024 ruined by broken nose

DUSSELDORF, Germany | Xinhua | Despite starting their Euro 2024 group stage campaign with a win, Didier Deschamps and his French team were overshadowed by concern as their star player, Kylian Mbappe, left the match injured, potentially affecting his participation in upcoming games. France secured a 1-0 victory over Austria …

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The Crested Crane back in Terego

Wetland Conservation Efforts Restore Grey Crowned Crane Habitats in Terego Terego, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Conservation efforts in Terego have successfully restored the previously destroyed breeding places of the Grey Crowned Crane. The habitats are now fully functional, thanks to a beekeeping project in the area. The restored wetland …

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Ariwa SS seeks own dormitory as pregnancy rates shoot up

Yumbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Girls at Ariwa Secondary School in Bidibidi refugee settlement in Yumbe district are struggling to complete their studies, as many of them are seeking accommodation in the community, and some are now pregnant. Without dormitories, students are forced to rent houses within the community, …

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Uganda Miss Tourism Kigezi pageant halted

Rukungiri, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court sitting in Rukungiri has issued an interim injunction against the 2024/2025 Uganda Miss Tourism Kigezi pageant due to a management feud. Organized by Miss Tourism Uganda-Pearl of Africa, the 9th edition of the competition, aimed at promoting the region’s tourist attractions, …

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Xinhua president meets UNICEF deputy executive director, signs MoU

NEW YORK | Xinhua | President of Xinhua News Agency Fu Hua on Thursday met here with Kitty van der Heijden, deputy executive director for partnerships, at the global headquarters of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). Together, they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between UNICEF and Xinhua News …

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