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We are on a mission to work with the new city authorities in Fort Portal and Jinja to develop a project that uses data and evidence to support decision making.

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Did you know that cities cover only 3% of the Earth’s land, yet consume 78% of global energy and produce over 60% of COβ‚‚ emissions? With #DataDriven solutions, we can transform #cities into engines of sustainability, fostering cleaner systems and more resilient #urban living.

Did you know that cities cover only 3% of the Earth’s land, yet consume 78% of global energy and produce over 60% of COβ‚‚ emissions?

With #DataDriven solutions, we can transform #cities into engines of sustainability, fostering cleaner systems and more resilient #urban living.
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Join the #Sustainable Smart Cities & #AI Series this June, hosted by USGBC Explore how AI is driving sustainable #urban development through real-world stories, and expert panels. πŸ‘‰ Register now: usgbc.cventevents.com/event/sustaina… #AIforGood

Join the #Sustainable Smart Cities &amp; #AI Series this June, hosted by <a href="/USGBC/">USGBC</a>

Explore how AI is driving sustainable #urban development through real-world stories, and expert panels.

πŸ‘‰ Register now: usgbc.cventevents.com/event/sustaina…

 #AIforGood
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πŸ“š Nuria also leads the Urban Planning module for AUL's Professional Diploma in Urban Development. Applications for the second cohort are now open! Come learn from Nuria and the rest of our fantastic AUL team. Apply here: aul.city/admissions

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Mostly solitary, always alert, and built like armour, the African Rhino is a powerful symbol of Africa’s wild beauty and the urgent need to protect it. Follow our page to discover more in our #AnimalProfile segment. #ExploreUganda #AfricaWildlife

Mostly solitary, always alert, and built like armour, the African Rhino is a powerful symbol of Africa’s wild beauty and the urgent need to protect it. 

Follow our page to discover more in our #AnimalProfile segment.
 
#ExploreUganda #AfricaWildlife
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A #picturemoment from yesterday’s DataCities Steering Committee meeting, where we reviewed key milestones and shaped priorities for the next chapter. Grateful for the strong collaboration driving data driven cities. #smartcities #TBT

A #picturemoment from yesterday’s DataCities Steering Committee meeting, where we reviewed key milestones and shaped priorities for the next chapter. 

Grateful for the strong collaboration driving data driven cities.
#smartcities #TBT
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#whatwearereading Cities are on the frontline of the air pollution crisis, with urban populations growing, clean air is a public health. This piece by Clean Air Fund explores how better mobility and planning can clear the air : cleanairfund.org/theme/cities/ #CleanAir #SmartCities

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𝐴 𝑁𝑒𝑀 π‘€π‘œπ‘›π‘‘β„Ž, 𝐴 𝑛𝑒𝑀 πΆβ„Žπ‘Žπ‘›π‘π‘’ π‘‡π‘œ πΌπ‘›π‘ π‘π‘–π‘Ÿπ‘’! πΏπ‘Žπ‘π‘’ π‘ˆπ‘ πΉπ‘œπ‘Ÿ π‘‡β„Žπ‘’ π‘€π‘Žπ‘Ÿπ‘Žπ‘‘β„Žπ‘œπ‘›!!

𝐴 𝑁𝑒𝑀 π‘€π‘œπ‘›π‘‘β„Ž, 𝐴 𝑛𝑒𝑀 πΆβ„Žπ‘Žπ‘›π‘π‘’ π‘‡π‘œ πΌπ‘›π‘ π‘π‘–π‘Ÿπ‘’!
πΏπ‘Žπ‘π‘’ π‘ˆπ‘ πΉπ‘œπ‘Ÿ π‘‡β„Žπ‘’ π‘€π‘Žπ‘Ÿπ‘Žπ‘‘β„Žπ‘œπ‘›!!
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🎧#NowPlaying πŸ¦πŸ¦β€β¬›πŸ¦…πŸ¦’πŸ¦‰πŸͺΊπŸͺΉπŸ¦†πŸ“ We’re currently listening to Why Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬ is Africa’s best #birding paradise, seen through the eyes of renowned travel writer Philip Briggs. πŸͺ‘πŸŽ™οΈ sites.libsyn.com/453615/TheEast… πŸ‘‰This is Episode 9 of The East Africa Travel Podcast, hosted by

🎧#NowPlaying πŸ¦πŸ¦β€β¬›πŸ¦…πŸ¦’πŸ¦‰πŸͺΊπŸͺΉπŸ¦†πŸ“

We’re currently listening to Why Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬ is Africa’s best #birding paradise, seen through the eyes of renowned travel writer <a href="/philipbriggs/">Philip Briggs</a>.
πŸͺ‘πŸŽ™οΈ sites.libsyn.com/453615/TheEast…

πŸ‘‰This is Episode 9 of The East Africa Travel Podcast, hosted by
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Every 3rd June, Uganda comes alive as millions gather to honour the Uganda Martyrs, young converts who chose faith over fear. Beyond the pilgrimage, it’s a day filled with stories of resilience, sacrifice, and heritage. A must-experience for #religioustourism! #martyrsday2025

Every 3rd June, Uganda comes alive as millions gather to honour the Uganda Martyrs, young converts who chose faith over fear. 

Beyond the pilgrimage, it’s a day filled with stories of resilience, sacrifice, and heritage. A must-experience for #religioustourism!

#martyrsday2025
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#WhatWeAreReading Ahead of #WorldEnvironmentDay, we dive into an insightful UN Development article on waste that is hiding in plain sight and why #cities need to rethink how they handle it. Read full article: πŸ”— stories.undp.org/hiding-in-plai… #WasteManagement #WED2025

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β€œBy 2040, plastic leakage to the environment is predicted to grow 50%,” warns UNEP's Inger Andersen. But it doesn’t have to be this way. This #WorldEnvironmentDay, she urges unity to rethink how we make, use & reuse plastics, as the 🌏 works on a #PlasticsTreaty to

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Animals, plants & entire ecosystems are in danger. Plastics are making their way into places they should never be. Our 🌎 deserves better. #WorldEnvironmentDay is a reminder to refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle & rethink plastics for generations to come. #BeatPlasticPollution

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Happy #EidAlAdha to all our partners, stakeholders, and communities. Wishing you a peaceful and cheerful celebrationπŸŽ‰ #EidulAdha2025 #EidMubarak

Happy #EidAlAdha to all our partners, stakeholders, and communities. Wishing you a peaceful and cheerful celebrationπŸŽ‰

#EidulAdha2025 #EidMubarak
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The future of tourism belongs to those who harness data. Dive into today’s #QuoteOfTheDay from Hon. Joan Kantu Else on why it is important #DigitalTourism #FutureOfTravel

The future of tourism belongs to those who harness data. Dive into today’s #QuoteOfTheDay from Hon. Joan Kantu Else on why it is important

 #DigitalTourism #FutureOfTravel
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AI has the potential to transform plastic waste management, from smart bins to better recycling systems. Discover 5 key trends shaping cleaner, smarter cities in today’s #WhatWeAreReading resource. πŸ‘‰ airtics.org/blog/top-5-cur… #Cities #AI #PlasticWaste #wastemanagement

AI has the potential to transform plastic waste management, from smart bins to better recycling systems.

Discover 5 key trends shaping cleaner, smarter cities in today’s #WhatWeAreReading resource.
πŸ‘‰ airtics.org/blog/top-5-cur…

#Cities #AI #PlasticWaste #wastemanagement
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Our model-in-training speaks many local languages! Proudly multilingual. Proudly local. πŸ”Š Listen to its voice and celebrate linguistic diversity! #AIForSocialGood #LocalLanguages #SunbirdAI

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In today’s #DidYouKnow segment, we spotlight a global study by UN-Habitat on how cities are using #AI to shape smarter, and fairer urban systems. Curious about the impact of #AIforGood in cities? Read the full report here: shorturl.at/4iKkD #UrbanData

In today’s #DidYouKnow segment, we spotlight a global study by <a href="/UNHABITAT/">UN-Habitat</a> on how cities are using #AI to shape smarter, and fairer urban systems.  

Curious about the impact of #AIforGood in cities?
Read the full report here: shorturl.at/4iKkD 

#UrbanData
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We are excited to partner with Fort Portal City Marathon to bring data-driven energy to FORT PORTAL TOURISM CITY’s biggest race! From smarter planning to tech-enabled experiences, we're here to make every step count. Let’s run the future together. πŸ’ͺ #ARunInParadise #tourism

We are excited to partner with <a href="/FPcitymarathon/">Fort Portal City Marathon</a> to bring data-driven energy to <a href="/FortPortalCity1/">FORT PORTAL TOURISM CITY</a>’s biggest race!

From smarter planning to tech-enabled experiences, we're here to make every step count.

Let’s run the future together. πŸ’ͺ

#ARunInParadise #tourism
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Very excited to have DataCities Initiative on board and the Fort Portal City Marathon on July 19th will use insights on runner health, tourism patterns, vendor impact & citizen feedback to shape a smarter, safer, and more inclusive experience. Lets all register fortcitymarathon.com/registration

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Day 1 at National Science Week is a go! SunbirdAI is showcasing how AI can be used for Social Good. From local language tools to smarter public services, tech meets impact. Visit us at the AI & Data Zone! #AIForSocialGood #NSWK2025 #SunbirdAI

Day 1 at National Science Week is a go!
<a href="/SunbirdAI/">SunbirdAI</a> is showcasing how AI can be used for Social Good.

From local language tools to smarter public services, tech meets impact.

Visit us at the AI &amp; Data Zone!

#AIForSocialGood #NSWK2025 #SunbirdAI