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"Being black and African meant they could pass as locals in most countries, which allowed them to go deep into rural areas or eat at roadside restaurants without them becoming spectacles". theguardian.com/global-devel…
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Northern Uganda women ship 23 tonnes of shea butter to US
Rural women are powering Okere City’s growing shea butter export business.
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/na…
Proudly Associated.
Thanks to KIC for yet another opportunity to train the class of #PYPA2026 in various communication skills for young politicians across East Africa. #DigitalFootPrint #OnlineSecurity #Algorithms #AI #content
A large following does not automatically translate into influence, and influence without trust is fragile.
Day 9 of the PYPA leadership program explored social media as a political infrastructure and how emerging political leaders can build influence and public trust without compromising their credibility, integrity or security.
We examined the five Ws and H before posting: Who is your audience? What is your message? When should you post? Where should you share it? Why does it matter? And how will you tell the story? The starting point is knowing your primary audience and communicating with purpose.
We also explored online security and the permanence of our digital footprints. Deleting a post does not guarantee that it disappears forever.
One lesson stood out: followers are people who choose to pay attention to your content, but credibility is built through honesty, consistency and responsible communication.
The goal is not simply to be followed, but to build influence that earns trust and makes an impact.
#PYPA2026 #DigitalLeadership #YouthLeadership
Awesome group of humans.!!
That will be a tough one but worthwhile.
You all have my best wishes.
Planning to cycle to Gulu for the @TheGuluMarathon , To achieve,one needs specialized Endurance training, Well planned Diet/Nutrition before, during & After the ride. You also need basic mechanic skills and in case of a breakdown.
ECHOES of the Rift - A Cycling Tour via West Nile to @arralodges then after descend on to Gulu is already loaded.
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It is not “somewhere in Africa” it is in Benin in Ouidah, where a python temple is right opposite a Catholic Church. The place is famous for its deeply rooted Vodun (Voodoo) culture and its sacred relationship with pythons.
For some of us, it was simply #Tourism
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📍 Mityana, Uganda
The classroom has moved to the field.
For the next two weeks, Makerere University’s PARI lll PhD cohort is in Mityana, studying agri-food systems not from lecture notes, but from the landscapes, communities and Livelihoods that shape them.
#ActionResearch
Somewhere in Kitiddibuli, Mityana. Is the true brand Identity of your team well represented? The Man-U one gives me ‘King Julian’ vibes.
A short story about today’s @MakRun_Ug . It was tough but rewarding.
I am particularly thankful for the downpour. The weather was just perfect. @NCBAUganda
#MakRun2026
Having been part of various teams that implemented #maternalhealth projects in Uganda, in the past, this is what some mothers would say…..
-The TBA are closer to us.
-They speak our language.
-They are not rude nor shout at us.
-Our parents gave birth through TBA
Etc. Now I 🤷🏾
“90% of the entire population of Uganda live within 5km reach of a health facility. There is no reason for someone to go to a Traditional Birth Attendant” ~ Dr. @DianaAtwine
#MOHatWork
Stories like these matter. Thank you @ntvuganda
You will always be left behind as a visually impaired learner. One of the challenges is the high cost of producing Braille books. -Gabriel Awas, ICT trainer, Salama School for the Blind
#EdTechMondays
@MastercardFdn
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This is what our sponsors had to say about #AfPIF2026. You can become a sponsor for the next AfPIF by writing to [email protected].
Visit afpif.org to learn more.
See what our sponsors and exhibitors had to say about #AfPIF2026 in Kigali, Rwanda. We thank all those who continue to make this event a possibility.
Humanity always wins!
Tanzanian teacher Mr Wakati Joseph went viral for wiping his pupils’ shoes and boosting their confidence. Beyond the viral video, he helps children with special needs discover their talents through music and crafts.
Produced & Edited: @BrianOsweta 📹 :@Eliza221Dominic
Next week from 17-20 August, in Kigali, Rwanda, @AfricanIXPs will be hosting another edition of @AfPIF (#AfPIF2026).
Leaders & experts from the global #Internet community will discuss the future of Africa's Internet eco-system.
Join remotely via 👇youtube.com/@AfricanIXPs
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Join us in Kigali, Rwanda from 17-20 August for #AfPIF2026. The event will be live streamed through our Youtube channel for remote participants.
Subscribe 👉 youtube.com/@AfricanIXPs
and be part of the conversation. #AfricaPeering
Next week, our team will be in Kigali to attend the African Peering and Interconnection Forum (@AfPIF) alongside network operators, technical experts, policymakers, and civil society.
When #AfPIF began in 2010, African Internet traffic often took a detour around the world to reach neighboring countries. Since then, the AfPIF community has done crucial work to advance the infrastructure and interconnection needed to keep more Internet traffic local, helping to reduce costs, improve performance, and strengthen the continent’s digital economy.
Today, that same community is working within countries and across borders to strengthen local infrastructure, build economic opportunity, and expand access to affordable, reliable, and resilient Internet.
Read the full piece from our president and CEO, Sally Wentworth, in @PremiumTimesng to learn more ⬇️ premiumtimesng.com/opinion/9…
Talking about the role of LC1s in our communities on @ubctvuganda earlier today.
[Fellowship] The #ICANN88 Fellowship Program application round is now open!
Apply by 21 August 2026 and engage in #ICANN's work in Lisbon, Portugal from 13–18 March 2027. Details 👇
icann.org/en/announcements/d…
I just listened to “She's My Queen”, a song by Stone Temple Pilots, and this beautiful girl @AremoKimberly came to my mind.
At just 20, you are way ahead of so many of your peers. Keep raising our Kole flag high!
Happy belated birthday Queen! 🫅































