NEWS

Arusha, Tanzania | THE INDEPENDENT | The ongoing efforts by the East African Community states to bring lasting peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo dominated the 21st Extraordinary Summit of the Heads of State, featuring disagreements on the peace process. Burundi President, the chairperson, and host, Evariste Ndayishimiye found …

Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A group of dedicated individuals, passionate about preserving the cultural heritage and promoting socio-economic progress in the areas surrounding Mount Elgon, are calling for substantial investment in the region, with a particular focus on the Imbalu, the traditional circumcision festival. This revered festival, predominantly …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Twenty-five-year-old house help Alice Kiiza is on remand in Luzira Prison on charges of aggravated defilement involving a four-year-old child. She appeared Wednesday before High Court Judge Isaac Muwata, where she pleaded not guilty to the charges read for her. According to the court …

Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Raphael Otaya has been installed as the first Kumam Cultural Leader. The installation also known as Won Ateker Papa Me Kumam marks the official breakaway of the Kumam community from the Iteso Cultural Union (ICU) under Emorimor. Kumam community comprises people from Kaberamaido and …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the number of pilgrims at the Namugongo catholic martyrs’ shrines continues to soar, there has been an increased presence of military and police personnel. By Tuesday evening, large numbers of military men and women were visible at the entrances, as queues of pilgrims …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A recent report has highlighted the discriminatory implementation of the government’s Parish Development Model (PDM) project, which aims to eradicate poverty. The report reveals that the poorest individuals are being left behind in accessing the benefits of the initiative. The PDM was launched by …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Democracy Governance Facility-DGF has formally exited Uganda after nearly 12 years. DGF, a multi-donor Fund was established in 2011 to properly coordinate donor assistance and activities in Uganda. The Fund has seven members including Austria, Denmark, The Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Ireland, and the …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Six students of Excel Vocational Training Institute in Kalule, Nnyimbwa Sub-County, Luwero District suffocated Tuesday afternoon after a fire broke out in the boys’ dormitory. The fire started mysteriously while the students were attending lessons. Upon discovering the flames, an alarm was raised, and …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The inadequate allocation of government funds for road construction and maintenance in Kampala continues to be a significant topic in political and social discussions, highlighting the pressing issue of the city’s poor road infrastructure. Recently, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) faced public backlash over …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Participatory Ecological Land Use Management (PELUM) Uganda, an NGO operating in Uganda has urged the government of Uganda to design strategies that promote food security amongst communities while also ensuring that the environment is protected. This is in relation to the May 14 – …