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Terrorism, climate change top priorities as NAM opens in Kampala

KAMPALA, Jan. 15 (Xinhua) -- Senior officials from members of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) on Monday started a two-day meeting, setting the stage for a summit of heads of state and government later in the week. The movement should continue confronting global problems in a united manner, said Yalchin Rafiyev, head of the Azerbaijani delegation, during the opening ceremony. Facing challenges, "we must remain united in making joint progress towards achieving a peaceful and prosperous world in a truly just and equitable world order," Rafiyev said. Azerbaijan assumed the chairmanship of NAM in 2019 and is set to hand it over to Uganda later this week. Addressing the meeting, Ugandan Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeje Odongo stressed the continued significance of the NAM in the face of increasingly complex international challenges. "Today, we are confronted with several challenges worldwide, including […]

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Police issue traffic guidelines ahead of NAM, G77+China summits

KAMPALA: The traffic Police has issued detailed guidelines for road users ahead of the upcoming 19th NAM and G77+China summits which start Monday and end on Jan 23. Below is the Police statement for road users, especially in Kampala and Wakiso districts. ,............ TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE NON-ALIGNED MOVEMENT & G77+CHINA SUMMITS The following are the expected Diversions Traffic Diversions will only be effected at these points if need arises; At Mpala, Traffic will be diverted to Entebbe Highway.At Kisubi, traffic will be diverted to Nakawuka Road and access Kampala city.At Kajjansi flyover traffic will be diverted to use Kajjansi fly over to Lubowa – Zana.There will be diversions at Serena–Kigo traffic lights, Mutungo–Kitiko traffic lights and Busabala traffic lights for any vehicle sighted along Munyonyo Spur.There will be a security check point to screen all vehicles and diversion […]

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UNRA to install replica Clock Tower

Following the completion of the relocation and reconstruction of the iconic Clock Tower at Queen’s Way, the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) is actively exploring options to ensure the clock is operational. The original monumental tower, which proudly stood tall for around 66 years, was dismantled amidst protests from city residents and heritage advocates to pave the way for the development of the Kampala Flyover Road Project. Despite the controversy surrounding its removal, due to its historical significance, UNRA assured the public of its restoration at a location just meters away. Recently, the road authority announced the near completion of the redevelopment of Queen’s Way, with the tower restored. However, this accomplishment has raised inquiries about the whereabouts of the famous Queen’s Clock, also known as “Saawa ya Queen,” and the significance of the reconstructed tower without a working clock. […]