Day: November 9, 2023

By Kabahweza Kamugisha Allan The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in collaboration with the Government of Uganda through the Customs Department of the Uganda Revenue Authority met recently to equip frontline officers (FLOs) with detection systems and measures to ensure the deterrence of criminal acts using nuclear. FLOs are officials engaged in nuclear security detection …

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By Joshua Niyonshima The Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Affairs has urged government agencies operating at the One-Stop Border Posts (OSBPs) to work together and be mindful of representing Uganda since they are the gateway into the country. Hon. Nyendwoha Norah Bigirwa ,the Committee Chairperson made this call during a visit to Mirama Hills and Mutukula …

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Although the Uganda government banned the use and manufacture of plastics of fewer than 30 microns, the plastics still freely flow into the country’s markets. Government Institutions are no exception. This is why URA has embarked on a campaign to rout out non-bio degradable items from their environment, these include; plastics and polythene.