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  Over 100,000 Ugandan take part in run on rainy morning in Kampala Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda witnessed yet another historic moment as an estimated120,000 people participated in the 12th  Airtel-Kabaka Birthday Run. This year’s event, held at Lubiri under the theme “Men Against HIV/AIDS to Save …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On March 29, 2025, at the Kampala Serena Hotel, Iradukunda Rebecca Hope, 18 years old took home the iKon Award Rising Star accolade for her debut performance in the TV series Crossroads. Although Iradukunda is still pursuing her studies, she has passionately delved …

ARUA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Girls, especially those in secondary schools, have been challenged to acquire skills in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to help solve challenges in their communities. This call was made during the International Girls in ICT Day 2025 commemoration at Muni National Teachers College in …

Adjumani, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Security authorities have pointed fingers at politicians for fueling renewed violence in the long-running Apaa land conflict between the Madi and Acholi communities. This follows a resurgence of attacks in the disputed area on March 27, 2025. Major General Felix Busizoori, the Commander of …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Ecobank Uganda, a subsidiary of the pan-African financial services leader Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, has partnered with digital payments provider SurePay to introduce a revolutionary school fee payment system. The collaboration aims to provide a free, secure, and efficient platform for schools, parents, and students …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries has launched a campaign dubbed “Eyo Red Card,” which aims to promote responsible drinking among alcohol consumers. The campaign is a call to action for consumers to make informed and responsible choices when drinking alcohol, ensuring that a great night out doesn’t …

MOROTO, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Rose Mary Akol alias Lady Kuku, a female artist in Karamoja is on remand in Kotido Prisons for allegedly neglecting her two- year- old son. Lady Kuku was taken to Kotido Grade One Magistrate’s Court on Friday after spending two nights at Kotido Central …

JINJA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Seventeen employees of Madhvani Sugar Works are in police custody following a violent strike at the Karatine Camp in Kakira, Jinja District, on Friday, April 5. The workers, some armed with machetes, staged the strike in protest against alleged underpayment and poor working conditions. …

Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In the ongoing battle against plastic pollution in Gulu City, much attention is given to environmental activists, policymakers, and corporate sustainability efforts. However, an often overlooked group of individuals are making a significant impact: waste collectors. Across the two divisions of Pece-Laroo and Bardege-Layibi …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kiira Regional Police Command has launched an intensive manhunt for a gang of armed and dangerous robbers who attacked Praise God Hardware Shop in Buwenge, Jinja District, on Friday. During the incident, the assailants shot and killed Bumali Mbadi, the owner of the …