Uganda’s foreign service charts new path on the 3rd day of annual ambassadors’ conference Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the role of diplomacy in advancing national development as Uganda’s Heads of Mission gathered on the third day of the …
Read More »Bridging the healthcare gap: corporate responsibility in Uganda’s health sector
OPINION | George Mubiru | Uganda’s healthcare system has made notable progress over the years, but it continues to face significant challenges, especially in rural areas. Many public health facilities remain under- resourced, often struggling with shortages of essential medicines, limited diagnostic equipment, and inadequate staffing to handle the growing demand …
Read More »Uganda Baati crowned Uganda’s most trusted roofing brand
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Baati Limited, Uganda’s manufacturer of roofing solutions, has been named Uganda’s most trusted roofing brand after winning the prestigious Best Excellence and Best Roofing Sheets Brand award at the People’s Choice Awards 2025. This recognition reflects the company’s strong consumer admiration, leadership in the …
Read More »Officials lobby MPs to fast-track Uganda Land Commission Bill
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The enactment of the Uganda Land Commission Bill will allow the entity fully to implement its mandate, officials from the Uganda Land Commission (ULC) have told Members of Parliament. Walter Pade, the ULC Principal Planning Officer made the peach while appearing before the Committee …
Read More »Solicitor General clears Kitezi landfill decommissioning works
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has obtained clearance from the Solicitor General to commence decommissioning and repurposing of the Kiteezi landfill in Wakiso District following its tragic collapse in 2024. The process will involve cutting and stabilisation of steep waste slopes, pollution management, …
Read More »Finance, Foreign Affairs ministries launch investment guide for diplomats
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Finance Tuesday launched the Economic and Commercial Diplomacy (ECD) Strategy Handbook during the Annual Ambassador’s Conference currently underway in Gulu. The Handbook was officially launched by the PSST Ramathan Ggoobi in collaboration with Oryem Henry Okello, Minister of …
Read More »MUSEVENI: Chinese capital driving Africa’s development
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on Monday said Chinese investment is helping accelerate Africa’s growth, particularly in infrastructure and industrial development. Speaking at the opening of the two-day Uganda Development Finance Summit 2025 in the capital, Kampala, Museveni noted that both state-owned and private Chinese capital …
Read More »Uganda to host 63rd session of Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Government representatives, legal experts, and diplomatic delegations from 47 member countries are set to gather in Uganda for the 63rd session of the Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization (AALCO), a senior government official said Monday. Uganda’s Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka told reporters that the five-day meeting, …
Read More »What Museveni should fear after bad NRM polls
Opposition NUP can gain as Museveni loses grip COVER STORY | THE INDEPENDENT | After nearly 40 years in power and running numerous election campaigns, President Yoweri Museveni has become a master of snatching victory at the national polls using whatever each cycle of internal NRM elections throws at …
Read More »Uganda reaffirms deportee deal with U.S. despite public outcry
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda remains committed to an agreement it signed with the United States to receive deportees, despite criticism at home and abroad, a senior government official said on Monday. Charles Ouma, deputy solicitor general, told reporters here that it is common practice for countries to enter …
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