Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Housing Finance Bank Joins Mama Tendo Foundation to Launch National Parenting Symposium Across Uganda, families are the foundation of society; but parenting remains one of the most complex and least discussed responsibilities. That silence was challenged in a meaningful way as Mama Tendo Foundation, …
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Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A section of farmers in Masaka District is appealing to the government to reawaken the heightened security deployment similar to the one implemented during COVID-19, as a viable response to the rampant theft of coffee and livestock. The different parts of the area are …
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KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda has selected Juma Miyagi as the country’s new national cricket team captain. Miyagi will captain Uganda during the upcoming Pearl of Africa T20 Series from July 17 to 28 at the lakeside Entebbe Cricket Oval. Uganda, Nigeria, the UAE, Kenya and Namibia will feature …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda’s economy remains robust, posting sustained growth despite global uncertainties such as trade tensions and international conflicts, the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development said in a report released Tuesday. According to the report on the state of the economy, growth in the first …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | All newly born babies countrywide will soon be subjected to yet another vaccine, after the Ministry of Health announced plans to roll out the hepatitis B jab at all health facilities offering immunization services. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Dr Ronny Bahatungire, …
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Equity Bank wins “Best Regional Bank in East Africa” at the African Banker Awards 2025. Recognition affirms Equity Group’s regional leadership and role in advancing financial inclusion and socio-economic transformation across the continent. Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire | THE INDEPENDENT | In recognition of its impactful presence across the region, Equity Bank …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Closing on a high, the 2025 edition of Kampala Restaurant Week drew over 10,000 diners to more than 30 participating restaurants across the city in a 10-day celebration of flavor, creativity, and culture. The city’s signature dining holiday offered food lovers a chance to pause …
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Kabarole, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Stanbic Bank recently joined hands with Busaiga SACCO to organize a medical camp in Fort Portal, which coincided with a donation of vital medical equipment to Nyantabooma Health Centre III, to boost its maternal healthcare services. The donation, presented during a ceremony at the …
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Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Church of Uganda has embarked on conducting mock examinations in all its primary and secondary schools across the country. According to the Directorate of Education Services provincial secretariat, the examinations are part of the efforts to improve learners’ academic performance “The initiative is …
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Amuru, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Authorities in Amuru district have issued directives for the immediate closure of all unhygienic facilities at Elegu Town Council at the Uganda-South Sudan border point amidst a surge in cases of cholera. Health officials over the weekend revealed the cumulative cholera cases (suspected, probable, and …
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