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Revisiting the Media Freedom Debate at Uganda's Independence Golden Jubilee
Reality Check V
The book is part of the publication series "Reality Check" and was commissioned by KAS in cooperation with the Uganda Media Development Foundation (UMDF). The study written by the outstanding media expert Dr. Michael Kakooza provides a significant input for the debate on the freedom and independence of the media in Uganda. In a systematic and analytical manner it goes beyond the superficial discussion of the current challenges. Instead, it places the issue of media independence in a historical context and connects it to the discourse on governance and power politics. more…
Young Leaders Think Tank Presents Education Policy Alternatives
The KAS-supported „Young Leaders Think Tank for Policy Alternatives“ has presented policy recommendations to improve the Ugandan education system. In a public dialogue at Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, the members of the Think Tank discussed their analysis of the problems in the education sector and their recommendations with experts and the interested public. more…
Experts Discuss Economic Opportunities and Social Benefits of Oil Revenues
High Level Conference “Oil Production in a Social Market Economy – Perspectives for Uganda”
In a high level conference organised by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung in conjunction with the Uganda National Chamber for Commerce and Industry a range of outstanding experts presented their views on the topic of oil production in Uganda. The main focus of the discussion was on the question how the expected oil revenues can be managed in a meaningful way in order to ensure a sustainable and socially balanced economic development. The presentations and discussions generated a number of concrete recommendations – among them the establishment of a sovereign oil fund for the Ugandan people. more…
Democracy Torch and Exhibition Received in Jinja
In a momentous event, the Democracy Torch was received in Jinja District on 17th August 2012 as part of a campaign to draw attention of the local population to issues of democratic governance and accountability. The initiative is a component under the project “Action for Strengthening Good Governance and Accountability” which KAS and ACFODE are implementing in 11 districts with support from the European Union. more…
50 Years For Democracy And Freedom Worldwide
European and International Cooperation Of The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung
This year the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung celebrates its 50th anniversary of European and International Cooperation. Hence it publishes a report explaining the development from the beginning in 1962 to the present day. The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) was and still is committed to fostering democracy and the rule of law, to implementing social and market-economic structures and to promoting human rights. With its worldwide networks to the political and social elites and with its long-term partner structures, it participates in shaping policy in developing and emerging countries. more…
