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As a futuristic multimedia group, Next Media is set to launch Africa’s first Gen-Z News Bulletin on Monday 15th April 2024 at 8 PM EAT dubbed “Next Kulture Konnect” with the tagline, On form To Inform. The goal for the bulletin is to curate content for Gen-Zs that not only fire but also mirrors the world we live in today, vibes and champions the stuff that we all stand for; authenticity, inclusivity and making a legitimate difference.

Photography has undergone a remarkable evolution from its traditional role as a means of capturing memories to becoming a powerful tool for conveying emotions, and ambience, and influencing audiences. In today’s digital era, simply snapping photos with a camera is no longer sufficient; photographers are now challenged to imbue their images with intentionality, emotion, and discernment to truly resonate with viewers.

Photography has undergone a remarkable evolution from its traditional role as a means of capturing memories to becoming a powerful tool for conveying emotions, and ambience, and influencing audiences. In today’s digital era, simply snapping photos with a camera is no longer sufficient; photographers are now challenged to imbue their images with intentionality, emotion, and discernment to truly resonate with viewers.

Over the years, the adoption of digital and social media platforms has skyrocketed, with a significant number further owning a smartphone or more. With this proliferation of smartphones and the exponential growth of internet usage globally, the landscape of user attention has undergone a transformative shift. This further informs the increasing time spent by many people on their phones, engaging with a myriad of online content.

It is no secret that the sun lately is doing the most and the temperatures everywhere are through the roof. Everyone is sweating and everywhere is sweating, literally. In the neighbourhood, South Sudan has taken serious measures, shutting down schools to dodge the worst of this scorching heatwave. In Uganda, we are still grappling with the heat though it has not reached the extent of closing down schools yet.

Next Media‘s renowned photojournalist Isaano Musafili Francis is set to unveil his extraordinary talent at his inaugural Photojournalism Exhibition. With an illustrious about four-year career capturing moments with unparalleled precision and detail, Isaano‘s lens has become a powerful storyteller, weaving narratives of light and shadows that transcend mere pixels.

Following three interesting attempts, climate and environment activist Patricia Ariokot finally secured the bragging rights as a Ugandan female Guinness World Record holder specifically for the longest time to hug a tree by an individual. She is also the first record holder in this category at 16 hours confirmed by Guinness World Record.

NARO has started the process of formulating and developing our own FMD vaccine. The scientists have so far formulated two monovalent FMD candidate vaccines and are due for evaluation and further scrutiny by the country’s regulatory bodies (NDA and UNCST). When the evaluation of the candidate vaccines comes out successful, NARO will be authorized to carry out trials for the determination of efficacy and safety.

The government of Uganda has once again postponed the local council elections, citing a lack of funds to conduct the electoral process. The elections, originally scheduled to take place, will now be delayed for an additional six months. This decision extends the term of office for current local council 1 and 2 officers until adequate resources are available for the elections.

The Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda, Anita Among, has called on speakers and presiding officers from Commonwealth countries gathered in Uganda for the 27th conference to prioritize commitments that promote unity and cooperation within the Commonwealth. During the opening of the standing committee meeting of speakers at Munyonyo Commonwealth Hotel, Speaker Among emphasized the importance of passing resolutions that contribute to a more equitable world for humanity.