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John Okot

John Okot

Verified

Journalist, Freelance

Biography

Ugandan journalist. Interests : Science, environment, human rights, economics & development. Also passionate about literature, history & philosophy...

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economics and developmentScience (& climate change- just transitions food systems climate justice) net zero

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Very technical topics

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Content

Total articles 188

  • Yumbe’s sweet solution: How solar dried mangoes became a lifeline for vulnerable homes

    By John Okot Verified, Arao Denis, Anzoo Evaline, Nancy Atim| tndnewsuganda.com@ Last Updated on: Yumbe | When Francis Asiko got a job shortly after completing nursing school in 2012, his plan was straightforward: work hard, save money, and then start a private clinic. But as months passed, something began bothering him at Midigo Health Centre IV, in Yumbe district, where he worked. Cases of malnutrition were high—especially among infants, expectant mothers, and elderly persons—and many homes were battling with food shortages in his community

    By John Okot Verified, Arao Denis, Anzoo Evaline, Nancy Atim · tndnewsuganda.com

    Dec. 11, 2024

  • Africa: 'One Finger in Clean Energy, Two Legs in Fossil Fuels' - TotalEnergies Accused of COP29 Greenwashing Offensive

    By John Okot Verified| AllAfrica@ TotalEnergies' charm offensive has ramped up, having been found guilty of making misleading claims about its commitment to sustainability this year. A week before the COP29 climate talks began in Azerbaijan, TotalEnergies proudly unveiled a new public electric charging point in the middle of Uganda's capital, Kampala. It promised to establish more charging ports across the country

    By John Okot Verified · AllAfrica

    Nov. 20, 2024

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Company Info

Freelance

Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.

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