Danish photojournalist Klaus Thymann has been arrested in Uganda, authorities confirmed on Tuesday, just days after the country’s army chief ordered the suspension of operations at the leading independent media group. Thymann, an internationally recognised photographer known for his environmental and climate reporting, was taken into custody on Monday over …
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The East African Press Councils (EAPC) has appealed for calm and dialogue amid growing tensions between governments and media organizations across the region, warning that escalating hostility threatens press freedom and the safety of journalists. In a statement released on Sunday, EAPC expressed concern over what it described as increasing …
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President William Ruto has extended his congratulations to Uganda’s President-elect Yoweri Museveni following the announcement of his re-election on 17 January 2026. In a formal message, Ruto highlighted that the results reflect the trust Ugandans place in Museveni’s leadership and the confidence enjoyed by his National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. …
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A recent report by Microsoft highlights that Kenya is leading AI adoption in East Africa, though its usage still falls below the global average. The Microsoft AI Economy Institute’s global study shows a growing gap in AI adoption between developed and developing nations, with countries in the Global North adopting …
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The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye