Ntungamo, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | It is 11:50 am on October 1 at Africa Coffee Park in Rwashamire, Ntungamo District. The air hums with celebration. Uganda’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Nankabirwa, sways to music as the launch of Inspire Africa’s first batch of finished …
Read More »UAP Old Mutual Rebrands to Old Mutual, Marking a New Era of Financial Wellness in Uganda
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a move that signals a new chapter in Uganda’s financial services landscape, UAP Old Mutual has officially rebranded to Old Mutual, aligning with a Group-wide transition that unifies all its operations across Africa under one trusted and recognisable brand. The rebrand reinforces Old …
Read More »Kikuube farmers all smiles after first harvest in CNOOC rice programme
First Rice Harvest Under the CNOOC Uganda’s Livelihood Restoration Program Marks New Milestone in Community Support Kikuube, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The first harvest of the high-yielding WDR-73 rice variety under the CNOOC Uganda Limited’s Innovative Livelihood Restoration Program for Crop Production has taken place this week in Kikuube district. The …
Read More »Equity Bank and Agriculture ministry launch National Oil Palm Project, set to disburse Shs1.2 billion
Mayuge, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ugandan government, through a credit facility managed by Equity Bank, has disbursed sh1.2 billion to support 896 palm oil farmers who are part of the National Oil Project. The National Oil project was officially launched by Fred Bwino Kyakula, the state minister of agriculture, animal industry …
Read More »COMESA Competition Commission defends lengthy case investigation process
Kampala, Uganda | Julius Businge | The Chief Executive Officer of the COMESA Competition Commission (CCC), Willard Mwemba, has defended the lengthy timelines involved in the Commission’s case investigations, saying the process is necessary to ensure credibility, accuracy, and fairness in decision-making. Mwemba made the remarks during a news conference held …
Read More »Uganda Baati crowned best exhibitor in building, construction, and housing at UMA Trade Fair
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Baati emerged as a standout performer at the 31st Uganda International Trade Fair, earning top honours for its leadership and innovation in the building and construction sector. The company was awarded the title of Best Sector Exhibitor in Building, Construction and Housing Technology, …
Read More »IT IS OFFICIAL: FLI and KAS launch Uganda’s first compendium of public interest litigation decisions
Kampala, Uganda | Julius Businge | The Fidelis Leadership Institute (FLI), in partnership with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Uganda and South Sudan, has launched Uganda’s first-ever Compendium of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) Case Decisions (1995–Present), a milestone publication that documents landmark cases shaping constitutionalism, democracy, and human rights in Uganda. The …
Read More »Russia, Uganda develop joint energy projects
MOSCOW, RUSSIA | TASS | Moscow and Kampala are working on joint projects in the mining sector, energy, and several other areas, with positive dynamics noted in trade and economic relations, the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a Telegram post marking Uganda’s Independence Day. “Today, political dialogue between Moscow and …
Read More »From refugee camp to boardroom: Ugandan girls rewriting their future
How Absa Bank Uganda and Plan International are shaping a generation of confident, educated, and empowered young women Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | When 17-year-old Lucia Stephen steps into Absa Bank Uganda’s boardroom, she pauses, taking in the tall windows, the polished tables, and the hum of quiet authority in the …
Read More »Uganda to host 15th EAC Parliament Games
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda will host the 15th Edition of the East African Community (EAC) Inter-Parliamentary Games from 05 to 15 December 2025, an event designed to strengthen regional integration, cooperation, and unity among partner states. Addressing the media on Monday, 06 October 2025, Chairperson of the …
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