The local business face numerous challenges including low literacy, market access, political dynamics, and climate change affecting particularly women and young entrepreneurs Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | In a significant stride towards unlocking the vast potential of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) and catalyzing Uganda’s economic development, TechnoServe has …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | During September, Uganda’s private sector saw an increase in employment and purchasing activity as demand conditions remained favorable, resulting from the continued growth of new orders and enhanced business activity. The monthly headline Stanbic Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) rose to 52.9 in September, up from …

Half-time substitute scores only goal to end the Gunners’ run of losses against their title rivals London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Gabriel Martinelli’s late goal on his return from injury gave Arsenal their first Premier League win over Manchester City since 2015, as Mikel Arteta got the better of mentor …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Huawei Technologies launched the DigiTruck in Teso Sub-region in eastern Uganda to equip youth, farmers, and local district officials with digital skills. “Digitruck project would create sustainable livelihood opportunities for the informal sector by enabling small business owners to participate in regional and national trade,” …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Principal Judge Dr Flavian Zeija called upon everyone who wishes Ugandan writers well, to always refer to their work instead of prioritising foreign authors. At the launch of the book “Small Book of Big Quotes”, authored by the Judiciary’s Permanent Secretary, at Judiciary headquarters …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Director of Public Prosecutions, Jane Frances Abodo on Thursday flagged off the deployment of 100 recently recruited State Attorneys (Under the office of the DPP) to serve in various field offices country-wide. In her address, the DPP urged the State Attorneys to exhibit integrity, …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In an electrifying revelation, Uganda Airlines, the beacon of national pride, announced its auspicious plan to forge a sky-high connection between the heart of Africa and the vibrant streets of New Delhi, India. Lenny Malasi, the airline’s illustrious Country Manager, spilled the exhilarating news to …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s Government is set to host two significant international conferences in the early part of January 2024. The events will encompass the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and the G77 + China conference, with preparations already in full swing. This was revealed by the Minister of ICT …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Archbishop of Kampala, His Grace Dr. Paul Ssemogerere, has reshuffled priests, reassigning numerous individuals to new positions and deploying recently ordained clergy members. The transfer list, signed off by the Archdiocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Male Ssentumbwe, and seen by our reporter, primarily affects …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The increase in medical schools in the country has led to an overwhelming number of medical students who need medical facilities to practice, and hospitals are not enough to accommodate them. The Head of Private Medical Schools and Chairman of the National Medical Schools Quality …