What you need to know INTERVIEW | CHRISTOPHER ADAM | The high cost of making cross border payments on the African continent has driven governments on the continent to seek options of settling trade and other transactions in local currencies. This has given birth to the Pan-African Payment and Settlement …
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ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | A new study in mice has found that the bacterium Lactobacillus helps the body manage stress, potentially preventing the onset of mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. The results could pave the way for new therapies to treat anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. Experts …
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An expert unpacks the reactions of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda ANALYSIS | MICHAEL BISHKU | The reactions of some east African countries to the ongoing conflict in Gaza have been less dramatic than South Africa’s. South Africa’s parliament has passed a resolution calling for the closure of its embassy in Tel …
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Embrace sustainable practices not just for today’s bottom line, but as a strategic investment Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Insurance players have been urged to embrace the aspect of sustainability in their operations to positively impact communities, the environment, and related fields in their business. “In the realm of insurance, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Fresh Dairy has once again purposed to address the ever-changing needs and preferences of its customers by revamping its flavoured milk with a new look and slim pack addition. Flavoured milk is popular for being an on-the-go ready-to-drink and is great for during and post …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s upcoming digital census promises not only to revolutionize data collection but also to create over 12,000 employment opportunities for Ugandan youth. The nationwide exercise, scheduled for 2024, will embrace digital technologies to gather crucial demographic and socio-economic information, aiming for increased accuracy and efficiency. …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |A total of 233 officers from the rank of SCP to PC were on Tuesday retired from the Uganda Police Force after clocking 60 years of mandatory retirement at a colourful function held at Police Headquarters Naguru. Addressing the retiring officers, the Deputy Inspector General …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) on 12th December participated in the celebration of 16 days of activism in Jinja under the theme: Investing to Prevent Gender and Sexual Violence Against Women and Girls. The occasion was held to celebrate, create awareness …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The opposition welcomed the sanctions recently imposed by the United States government on the Commissioner General of Prisons, Dr. Johnson Byabashaija. Last week, Byabashaija was sanctioned by the US Department of Treasury over allegations of torture of prisoners. Addressing journalists on Monday, the Leader of …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | High Court Registrar, Her Worship (HW) Rosemary Bareebe, early this week presided over the enrollment ceremony of 130 advocates at the Judiciary Headquarters in Kampala. On representing the Chief Registrar, Bareebe emphasised the need to “stay on course” by exhibiting high discipline, improvement, and learning. …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
