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Agrofresh UG brought farmers, cooperatives and exporters together in Kampala on August 24, 2026, to show how traceability, certification and value addition can help Uganda sell into higher-paying international markets.

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Uganda’s tourism advocates are trying to reset international perceptions after the country’s Ebola-free declaration, arguing that the destination should now be judged by its current safety, hospitality and travel offerings.

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Embrace Global is partnering with Babies and Mothers Alive to place 541 infant warmers across 92 Ugandan health facilities and 41 government ambulances in Greater Masaka and Rwenzori.

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Simonetta Lein and The Wishwall Foundation are supporting more than 200 vulnerable women in Uganda with skills, digital literacy and entrepreneurship programs.

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The Global Uplift Project says its Clean Water for Africa program is delivering WHO-standard water to more than 10,000 students at 23 schools in Uganda for 53 cents per child per year.

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Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust says researchers have identified 25 chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge after six months of Uganda’s first permanent, science-based monitoring program for the isolated population.

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The Royal Academy of Engineering has opened applications for the 2027 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation and is urging engineers and innovators in Uganda to apply.

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The global vanilla bean market is projected to grow from $1.72 billion in 2025 to $3.33 billion by 2035 as natural flavor demand, premium positioning and traceable sourcing reshape the category.

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KeraLink International says it has now impacted more than 4 million lives through global vision care programs, with nearly 3 million of those reached since January 2025. The milestone underscores the nonprofit’s push to expand access to eye care,…

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Books to Life Marketing is promoting a new book by Dr. Pam Mullarkey Robbins that blends true caregiving stories, humor and practical encouragement for families facing dementia.

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Global Citizen and the Waislitz Foundation announced three recipients of the 2026 Global Citizen Waislitz Awards in Johannesburg on Aug. 18, with each winner set to receive $100,000. The grants will support climate-smart food production, waterless…

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Uganda’s Mount Rwenzori Marathon has been awarded World Athletics Label Road Race status in 2026, putting the Kasese event among about 200 races worldwide that meet the sport’s highest international standards.

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The World Union of Catholic Women’s Organisations and Taiwan unveiled a new digital empowerment initiative in Rome on August 18, 2026, aimed at women leaders and Catholic networks in five African countries.

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African Adventure Specialists says East Africa is gaining momentum as travelers look for more immersive holidays in 2027. The company is highlighting Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda for safaris, gorilla tracking, beaches and multi-country…

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Linyi Million Plastic Products Co., Ltd., which operates as Million Tarpaulin, says it has grown from a 2006 startup into a four-base manufacturer serving customers in more than 100 countries.

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Kenya’s move from NHIF to the Social Health Authority is forcing hospitals to update equipment, digital systems and procurement plans on a tighter schedule.

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Accops has named Nairobi-based Mart Networks as its authorised, non-exclusive distributor in East and West Africa to push secure digital workspace adoption.

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Atlanta nonprofit SHOWAbility says its yearlong accessibility campaign has helped artists with disabilities reach major stages, build new partnerships and push disability inclusion in the performing arts.

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JET — The Just Energy Transition Podcast has launched from Pretoria and is now streaming at jetvoices.com, with early episodes featuring climate activists and clean-energy thinkers from Uganda, South Africa, Nigeria and across the continent.

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Sentinel Foundation said OSINT Industries helped drive child protection investigations, partner training, and survivor support across domestic and international operations in Q1 2026. The nonprofit reported 12 children rescued overseas, 69…