Latest statistics from the World Bank reveal that over 75% of Uganda’s population is below the age of 30 Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | MTN Uganda has unveiled the MTN Skills Academy, an online platform designed to empower the country’s youth and narrow the digital gap. The MTN Skills Academy, …
Read More »Construction of juvenile reception centre starts in West Nile
Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The West Nile Policing Region will soon have a fully-fledged juvenile and Gender Based Violence (GBV) reception centre thanks to an intervention by Save the Children, a humanitarian service organisation that champions the rights and interests of children worldwide. The facility worth over 190 million …
Read More »Kasese village leaders to mobilize funds for Mumbere’s homecoming
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Local council chairpersons in Kasese District have been tasked to mobilise resources for the homecoming of the Rwenzururu Cultural Leader Omusinga Charles Wisely Mumbere. After nearly seven years away from his kingdom, Mumbere is expected to return on October 4, 2023. Mumbere was barred from …
Read More »German coach Flick’s job is in danger after disastrous 4-1 defeat against Japan
Berlin, Germany | Xinhua | The facial expression of the German national coach Hansi Flick this Saturday evening might have told the story of hard times ahead for the 58-year-old. Having poor results recently, this time losing a friendly against Japan 4-1, is increasing the crisis of the struggling 2014 world …
Read More »AU Commission chairperson calls for continental togetherness on AU day
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Xinhua | Marking the African Union (AU) Day, Chairperson of the AU Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat on Saturday called for continental togetherness against multiple challenges. Celebrated every year on Sept. 9 following the Sirte Declaration of Sept. 9 back in 1999 to create the AU, the annual …
Read More »MTN Uganda oversees graduation of 185 youths in the MTN ACE Programme
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda’s Corporate Social Responsibility arm, MTN Foundation, has graduated 185 youths who formed the first cohort of the MTN ACE Programme. The programme, launched in December 2022, in partnership with the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance, The National ICT Innovation Hub, Centenary Technology …
Read More »How pre-purchase inspections in today’s automotive landscape is so crucial for car buyers
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In our fast-paced world, owning a vehicle has transitioned from being a luxury to becoming a necessity for many individuals and businesses alike. As the demand for cars continues to surge, making responsible and informed purchasing decisions becomes paramount. One of the most effective ways …
Read More »Neymar “grateful” after breaking Pele’s Brazil scoring record
Belem, Brazil | Xinhua | Neymar expressed gratitude and humility after surpassing Pele as Brazil’s all-time leading scorer on Friday. Neymar struck twice as the five-time world champions romped to a 5-1 win over Bolivia in their opening World Cup qualifier in the northern Brazilian city of Belem. “I’m very happy, …
Read More »G20 urged to focus on economic governance, development issues
New Delhi, India | Xinhua | The Group of 20 (G20) should refocus on improving global economic governance and tackling development issues to boost confidence in the world’s economic recovery, said experts, as the G20 summit kicks off in New Delhi on Saturday. The experts said that leaders of the world’s …
Read More »Acholi paramount chief starts protest walk to disputed Apaa land
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Acholi Paramount Chief David Onen Acana II has embarked on a protest walk to the disputed Apaa Township over what he describes as continued human rights abuses on residents in the area. The protest walk comes just a week after four people were killed …
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