Uganda's Weather Service Gets $6.3M UN Tech Upgrade
The Story
The Department of Meteorological Services in Uganda is set for a major technological improvement following the technical launch of the Systematic Observation Financing Facility project. This is a four-year initiative backed by a $6.3 million grant, which is approximately 23.5 billion Ugandan shillings. The funding comes from the United Nations Multi-Partner Trust Fund and is managed through the SOFF Secretariat.
Perspective
According to the report from The Observer, this grant enables a major technological improvement for the Department of Meteorological Services. The funding originates from a United Nations Multi-Partner Trust Fund, managed through the SOFF Secretariat, indicating international support for upgrading Uganda's weather observation infrastructure.
Why This Matters
The project is described as an initiative to modernize weather infrastructure. The technical launch of this four-year project signifies a step toward enhancing the technological capabilities of the national meteorological department.
What's Next
The four-year Systematic Observation Financing Facility project has been technically launched and will proceed with its implementation aimed at modernizing the country's weather observation systems.