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UGANDA GETS FIRST FLOAT PLANE TO FIGHT MATERNAL DEATHS
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SUMMARY: The amphibious float plane is a dual-capacity aircraft designed to take off and land on both water and land. It will ensure quick access to healthcare, supplies and other essential services for island dwellers. The float plane will offer affordable flights to mothers and others in need of medical attention. To ensure safety and compliance, the Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is collaborating with the UCAA, the Ministry of Works and Transport, the National Environment Management Authority to develop new operational standards for seaplane activity in Uganda,
EC ISSUES GUIDELINES FOR MP NOMINATIONS
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SUMMARY: Nominations for Members of Parliament (MPs) will kick off today across the country, with the Electoral Commission (EC) calling upon nominated candidates not to conduct campaigns till November 10. The campaigns will run until January 13, next year, and elections will be held alongside the presidential polls on January 15.
TORORO-GULU METRE GAUGE RAILWAY 65% COMPLETE
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SUMMARY: Rehabilitation works on the Tororo-Gulu metre gauge railway line have now covered 191km out of the 375km. The railway line works that started in Tororo, have now reached Awoja bridge in Soroti District, which translates to 65% completion.
