Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has revealed that under the new lower secondary school curriculum, scores for student’s projects will be reported separtely on Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) certificates. Dan Odongo, the UNEB Executive Director, confirmed the development while addressing the press …
Read More »Millennials and Gen Z prioritize impact investments
SPECIAL REPORT | THE INDEPENDENT | Almost 73% of Millennials and Generation Z demand that their investment portfolios include Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, according to a new global study conducted by one of the world’s largest independent financial and asset management organizations. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG), is …
Read More »Uganda holds “Pearl of Africa” tourism expo
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda is hosting a three-day tourism expo as the East African country strives to increase arrivals. The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo 2024, organized by state-run Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) under the theme “Responsible Tourism,” opened in Kampala, the capital, on Thursday. At least 250 …
Read More »Uganda brings back 23 citizens rescued from human traffickers in Myanmar
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The Ugandan government said Thursday that 23 of its citizens, who were rescued from human traffickers in Myanmar, have been brought back home. The group, who had been held in Tachileik, Myanmar, after being lured with promises of high-paying jobs, arrived at Entebbe International Airport …
Read More »GITEX: 15 youth to represent Uganda at African Tech Exhibition in Morocco
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Fifteen young Ugandan innovators representing 15 startups, have been nominated to showcase their creations at the next GITEX AFRICA 2024. GITEX (Global Information Technology Exhibition) AFRICA is the African version of GITEX Global held annually under the hospices of the Dubai World Trade Centre, as …
Read More »Twenty seven computers stolen from Nyairongo Seed Secondary School
Kikuube, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A security guard and lab attendant have been arrested after 27 computers were found missing at Nyairongo Seed Secondary School in Kyangwali sub county in Kikuube District. Unknown persons reportedly raided the school in the wee hours of Wednesday morning. Estaliko Bendagumiza, the school headteacher …
Read More »MUBS, logistics firm sign deal for practical skills for students
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University Business School-MUBS together with Multilines International Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will among others create practical opportunities for the students. It is hoped that the initiative will promote academic excellence, especially in logistics and freight industries in the country. …
Read More »Kiira Motors unveils Kayoola EVS bus at Uganda – Tanzania business forum
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | THE INDPEPENDENT | Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC) has unveiled the all-electric Kayoola EVS Model 2024 at the ongoing 2nd Uganda – Tanzania Business Forum at Johari Rotana Hotel in Dar es Salaam. The Kayoola EVS is a fully electric low-floor bus specifically designed for Urban Mass …
Read More »SC Villa dominate Cranes team for Namboole World Cup qualifier
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | With five players, Uganda Premier League Champions SC Villa form the largest contingent of locally based players in a Cranes team predominantly composed of international players. Goalkeeper Braddy Jeans Wokorach, defender Kenneth Semakula plus forwards Ronald Ssekiganda, Patrick Jonah Kakande and Umar Lutalo have been called up …
Read More »EITI gives Uganda positive 78 score, but calls for more transparency in oil sector
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) says Uganda has improved transparency and accountability in its oil and mining sector. In the latest findings, the EITI, a global standard for the prudent management of natural resources, hails Uganda for establishing what it described as a …
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