Stories about Uganda from July, 2010
East Africa: Whive: Connecting Africa
Watch a promotional documentary about Whive. Whive is an East African social network created by a Kenyan entrepreneur.
Kenya: E-Tourism East Africa Conference 2010
“The E Tourism East Africa Conference will help the sector understand and leverage the online opportunities and the new technologies available in the region,” reports Muzi Mohale.
Africa: A new blog focusing on Africa
Baobab is a blog by The Economist that focuses on African politics, economy and culture.
Africa: Medical Investments in East Africa
Bankelele discusses medical investments in East Africa: “Kenya and the region’s population has been steadily growing (good or bad thing?) and with more people accessing formal medical care would that...
Uganda: Silencing the vuvuzelas in Uganda
Silencing the vuvuzelas in Uganda: “So all things ended, we can have some quiet. In Uganda, it will not be just quiet that they will have, but one filled with...
Uganda: Bloggers react to bomb blasts
Soccer fans gathered in bars and restaurants around the globe to watch the final game of the World Cup last night. In Uganda, these celebrations were interrupted when bombs exploded at two popular nightlife spots in Kampala, the country's capital.
South Africa: Soccer against xenophobia
A short video interview about the tournament organized by the Refugee VI soccer team is to raise awareness about the issue of xenophobia in South Africa.
Uganda: Hive Colab launched
A new collaborative space in Uganda: “Hive Colab is a collaborative, community owned, open work environment for young tech entrepreneurs looking to focus on projects, to access the computing resources...
East Africa: Swahili Nation Music Awards
Hot Secrets announces the launching of Swahili Nation Music Awards (SWANMA): “The awards motto: Let's Go Global is a call for East African musicians to think beyond the continental borders.”
Uganda: Election dates set
Conserve Uganda writes about election dates: “Nominations for President will be accepted on October 25 and 26, 2010, and the elections for President and Parliament will all happen between February...
