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Capital One Group hosts ESG Summit to advance Uganda’s sustainable business agenda

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Capital One Group successfully hosted the 2025 ESG Summit this week, bringing together Uganda’s leading voices in sustainability, business, and governance. This year’s summit was held under the theme “Driving Sustainable Growth Through ESG Integration,” providing a dynamic platform for engagement and knowledge sharing on …

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Denmark, Uganda strengthen partnership

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kingdom of Denmark has reaffirmed its strong and lasting partnership with Uganda. Speaking at the second annual Danish Partnership Day, held under the theme: “Power of Partnerships: Delivering Together for Local Impact.” Unlike a traditional diplomatic event, the Danish Ambassador to Uganda, Signe …

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Hundreds participate in Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom Empango run

Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Hundreds of the Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom subjects have this morning participated in the Empango run. The marathon is one of the pre-activities to commemorate Omukama Solomon Gafabusa Iguru’s 31st coronation anniversary. Flagging off this year’s run on Saturday at the Kingdom chambers, Andrew Byakutaga, …

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South Africa wine industry bounces back

  South Africa’s wine industry is bouncing back with a premium push and bolder export plays, favored by near-perfect weather. As global rivals falter, local producers are raising their glass to a standout 2025 harvest. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY |Favorable weather, better vineyard practices, and a strategic shift toward …

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Sir Jude Mike Mudoma: Celebrations as Umukuuka wa Bugisu knighted

Umukuuka wa Bugisu Knighted by Philippines Queen, takes title of Sir Jude Mike Mudoma Las Vegas, USA | THE INDEPENDENT | The reigning Umukuuka wa Bugisu, Jude Michael Mudoma, has been knighted by Maha Putri Mariam Leonor Torres Mastura, the Queen of the Royal House of Luzon Tagalog of the Philippines. Queen …

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Why M23 withdrew delegation from Qatar

Doha, Qatar | THE INDEPENDENT | The March 23 Movement (M23) rebels have withdrawn their delegation from peace talks in Qatar’s capital, Doha. Mediated by Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, President of Qatar, the peace talks started in April with both parties agreeing to recommendations of respecting an effective ceasefire, …

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Former UPC member Anyakuit to challenge VP Alupo in primaries

Katakwi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Cecilia Anyakuit has entered the race for Katakwi District Woman Member of Parliament after picking nomination forms from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) Party. Anyakuit aims to unseat the incumbent, Retired Major Jessica Alupo, who also serves as the Vice President. Speaking shortly …

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NRM lines up over 50 lawyers ahead of party primaries

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has assembled a legal team of more than 50 lawyers to handle potential disputes arising from the party’s upcoming primary elections. According to the party’s Director of Legal Affairs, Enoch Barata, the process of expression of interest by …

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