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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  In a bid to uplift the quality of life for young people living in ghetto communities, Reach A Hand Uganda has expanded the GN Trybe programme scope to the ghetto, and held an outreach in the slums of Kosovo, Lungujja. The outreach dubbed: GN Trybe …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Pilsner Lager has announced a contribution of sh150 million towards Tooro Kingdom’s upcoming 30th Coronation Anniversary. The announcement was made at the Buziga Palace while welcoming back Princess Ruth Komuntale, UTB’s newly appointed Tourism Ambassador, who jetted in for her brother’s Empango festivities slated for …

  Kumi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has officially commissioned nine community boreholes, five in Kumi and four in Apac districts, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to water stewardship and community development. The project will provide clean, safe water access to over 5,000 …

Entebbe, Uganda | Julius Businge | Kaddunabbi Ibrahim Lubega, the chief executive officer of the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), has challenged Uganda’s accountants to transform their profession and safeguard the nation by championing personal insurance. Speaking at the 30th Annual Seminar of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Charles Mudiwa, the Chief Executive Officer of dfcu Bank, has emphasized the need to prioritize vocational education as a pathway to transforming Uganda’s education system and driving sustainable community development. Speaking on August 30 during the official launch of the Rotary Club of Kampala-Blue …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Information Technology Authority–Uganda (NITA-U), in partnership with the Personal Data Protection Office (PDPO), has unveiled a groundbreaking nationwide public awareness campaign dubbed “Beera Ku Guard,” aimed at promoting cybersecurity, data protection, and privacy among Ugandans. The initiative was officially launched on Sept. …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Health, agriculture and infrastructure projects are lined up for a much-needed financial injection following the tabling of loan requests totalling about US$ 399 million. The proposals were presented to Parliament on Wednesday, 03 September 2025, by the Minister of State for Finance, Planning and …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Solutech, a leading provider of sales automation and field management solutions, has urged the Ugandan government to take bold steps to accelerate the growth of the country’s digital automation sector. The company made the appeal as it continues to expand its operations and deepen …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | With every shilling carrying more weight for households, Ugandan shoppers are becoming more selective, seeking value, convenience, and rewarding experiences. This shift is forcing retailers to rethink their strategies and respond not only with competitive prices but with loyalty programs, personalized offers, and innovations …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Absa Bank Uganda, through its flagship Business Club, has launched a series of Regional SME Forums, starting with Masaka, Mbarara, and Fort Portal. The initiative, delivered in partnership with Uganda Airlines, DHL, Grant Thornton, and Enterprise Uganda, is designed to equip entrepreneurs with practical …