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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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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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The 2026 Global Health Catalyst Summit will debut an AI-powered cancer collaboration model Sept. 18-21 at Harvard/MIT, bringing together global leaders from medicine, government, academia and industry.

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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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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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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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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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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…

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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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The Global Uplift Project has released a junior version of its Science Lab in a Box for junior high schools in Africa, with Kenya as the first market.

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A new Malabo Montpellier Panel report argues that Africa’s agrifood systems can absorb a fast-growing youth labor force if governments pair productivity gains with skills, infrastructure and better job quality.

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Greenpeace MENA screened Under the Sun in Beirut on July 3, bringing together more than 60 attendees for a discussion of climate justice, resilience and storytelling.

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Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa premiered the documentary Under the Sun in Beirut on July 3, using stories from Lebanon and across the Global South to frame climate change as a justice issue.

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iChange Nations™ will honor Dr. Shanequa E. Wilson with the Ruben M. West Voice of Change Award at a public ceremony on July 18, 2026, in Nairobi, Kenya.

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Influential Women recognized Maria A. Komugabe, Ph.D., for using geospatial data science, AI and predictive GIS tools to improve malaria response and other public health delivery in underserved communities.

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Colombia’s Senate approved Bill 440 on June 10, 2026, making the country the first in Latin America to prohibit female genital mutilation.

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The Anthem Film Festival will run July 8-11, 2026, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas as part of FreedomFest, with access included for conference pass holders.