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This still applies today... Wan Lango. Wan Otek, we should never forget that
Exchange program promotes a new way of thinking. We need more of this happening in Lira\Lango @KoicaUganda @embassy_korea . The creative industry in Lango could also use a boost @UgandaFilm @UCC_ED
Exchange. Connection s. Learning. Leading. Impact. That's the power of U.S. Exchange Programmes! Proud to be part of @useanorthUG, @USAlumniUganda
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📖#WhatWeAreReading
Uganda is taking steps to address the growing challenge of electronic waste.
A nationwide e-waste campaign was launched in Lira City during Uganda’s 4th National Cleaning Day, promoting responsible collection, sorting, refurbishment and disposal of electronic waste.
As cities become increasingly digital, how can they ensure e-waste is managed responsibly?
Read more: ict.go.ug/media/news/nationw…
#DataCitiesUg #UrbanData #EWaste
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NEW KARUMA BRIDGE UPDATE
Construction works on the New Karuma Bridge have officially commenced, according to Emmanuel Ainebyoona, Senior Communications Officer at the Ministry of Works and Transport.
The project is being undertaken by Japan’s ZENITAKA Corporation, with Oriental Consultants Global serving as the consultant.
Project details:
Commencement date: 1st October 2026
Contract period: 36 months
Current status: Contractor is mobilising and undertaking setting-out works.
The project marks another important step towards restoring and strengthening this critical transport link along the Kampala–Gulu highway.
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Girma Wake says GHANA granted UGANDA AIRLINES fifth freedom rights for Accra–Lagos, but NIGERA is withholding approval because Uganda hasn’t joined the Single Africa Air Transport Market(SAATM).
Fifth freedom rights would allow Uganda Airlines to sell tickets and carry passengers between Accra and Lagos as part of its service from Entebbe.
38 African states have signed the Solemn Commitment to SAATM but we still have a gap between signatures and action. Only 26 have signed the implementation memorandum, and fewer still have implemented the measures for full compliance.
Uganda Airlines needs room to grow its network. Africa needs us to be willing to open our skies as readily as we seek access to others.
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🇺🇬 VIDEO:
Tororo Municipality MP @shyamtanna_ Jay Tanna, who told @Parliament_Ug he exports to Congo, said Congolese buyers "come with piles and piles of US dollars" and stagger their payments, because cash above US$10,000 attracts a handling charge.
He urged that bringing South Sudan and the DRC onto the regional payment system be a priority, saying it would "push our exports."
Watch here:
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Rt. Hon. @JustineLumumba launches e-waste management initiative in Lira City during the National Cleaning Day of October!🇺🇬
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Today I visited @YaleloUganda Lira branch today-North side of main market, Lira City. Super clean, quality standards on point, and the team is so welcoming! Big up to Jonah & Gloria for the great service. Got 1.1kg fresh fish for 16,330 UGX. 🐟
Top, top quality.
@liracity
The road to Otuke from Lira needs to be tarmarked Barlegi state lodge needs to be accessible by @KagutaMuseveni @PaulOmara19 and all the Wanainchi
Comrade @ainbyoo, roads across Lango are in a deplorable state, becoming virtually impassable during rainy seasons. The Lira–Otuke now require repairs. Apala–Aloi road, for instance, is only accessible on foot/ motorcycle, severely affecting the movement of people and goods
Spread the gospel of Kiswahili amongst the youth/people here in Lira City. @AkenaJimmyMP
I this evening held insightful deliberations on matters Pan Africanism and promoting and domestication of Kiswahili Language with my boss Dr. Prof. Vicensia Shule from 🇹🇿 - The Ag. Executive Secretary of the African Academy of Languages ACALAN-AU @_AfricanUnion here in Kampala. I welcomed her to Uganda 🇺🇬 - The Pearl of Africa.
Prof. @kaimutembei1, Dkt. @AidahMutenyo mie ndo mwenyeji wa Mkubwa wetu. @jumuiya @Eakc_kiswahili @bakita_tz.
#TheTendoTales #Sharing2Inspire #AfrikaMasharikiKwetu #KiswahiliFahariYetu
Lira \Langoyouth should take Kiswahili seriously to take advantage of the opportunities in the region. Lango musicians should be able to have shows in Nairobi and Daresalaam singing some songs in Kiswahili
JUST IN: Tanzania in collaboration with Italian ALMAWAVE has begun developing a Swahili Large Language Model (LLM) to expand artificial intelligence across education, health, agriculture, and public services.
The Govenment via ICT Commission under the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) have partnered with ALMAWAVE, an Italian technology company specialising in artificial intelligence language tools, to develop advanced Kiswahili tools for AI systems.
Officials have framed the model as a tool for digital inclusion, explaining that it would enable all citizens, including those in rural areas, to access ICT services powered by artificial intelligence in a language they understand.
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LIRA STATION: 83.3% OF ROAD NETWORK IN FAIR TO GOOD CONDITION
@MoWT_Uganda Lira Station maintains 726km of the 1,037km road network across 10 districts and Lira City, with 83.3% of the network assessed to be in fair to good condition.
Ongoing works include grading, spot gravelling, drainage improvements and culvert extensions on key roads, including Dokolo–Ochero, Ochero–Namasale, Akia–Aloi and Aduku–Teboke–Loro. The Agwata–Aduku Road maintenance works have reached 95% physical progress.
Flooding and prolonged waterlogging across the Lake Kwania and Lake Kyoga basins remain major challenges to road maintenance in the sub-region.
In Lira and greater Lango disability is not inability
Lira City
Jimmy Bette, a person with a disability (PWD) in Lira City, took to the streets to participate in the National Cleaning Exercise. Lira City is hosting this month’s official national cleaning day.
#MonitorUpdates
🎥@Kamogah8
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Akii-Bua Stadium construction reaches 85% ahead of January handover
independent.co.ug/akii-bua-s…
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I can confirm that we will have an Olympic-standard swimming pool at Akii-Bua Stadium. - Hon @OgwangOgwang
#NBSParliamentLive #NBSUpdates #PlenaryUg
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The Road to AFCON 2027
The construction of Akii-Bua Olympic Stadium in Lira now stands at 85% overall completion.
The main contractor, SAMCO, expects to hand over the project by January 2027.
Integral Spor, the subcontractor, has handled the playing surfaces in the main stadium and training grounds, as well as the installation of stadium seats. The company will also handle the tartan tracks in the main stadium and the annex.
Other facilities still under construction include the indoor arena, swimming pool, clubhouse, accommodation facilities and landscaping, among others.
Drone footage: Josh