Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kampala Central Member of Parliament aspirant Abraham Luzzi has commended the Katikkiro of Buganda, Owek. Charles Peter Mayiga, for steering the completion of the long and complex restoration of the Kasubi Tombs, one of Uganda’s most significant cultural heritage sites. The Kasubi Tombs, a …

MOSCOW | Xinhua | Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that Russia opposes the deployment of weapons in space, stressing that Moscow sees no threat related to recent discussions about the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS. During his annual press conference, Putin dismissed speculation surrounding the 3I/ATLAS comet. “This is our secret …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | I&M Bank has introduced IMBRISK, a new transactional banking solution that allows customers to deposit, withdraw, and transfer funds across I&M Bank branches in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda, regardless of where their accounts are domiciled. The platform enables both new and existing customers …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s business and leadership elite gathered on Sunday afternoon for the final Johnnie Walker Blue Club experience of 2025, hosted by businessman and philanthropist Bob Kabonero at his private residence in Kololo. The invitation-only event brought together senior executives, industry leaders, diplomats and influential …

  COMMENT |  ELIJAH TUMUSIIME | In an increasingly digital world, the ability to leverage technology for socio-economic growth is paramount. For decision-makers in developing nations, Uganda’s journey in ICT and telecommunications provides not only inspiration but also practical lessons. The transition from limited connectivity to a vibrant digital landscape …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |   Uganda’s official manufacturer of new number plates, together with Spiro Uganda have rewarded a lucky boda owner of the 200,026th new number plate at a special ceremony held at the Spiro Bond Site in Kampala. The Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS) confirms that it will …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Electoral Commission has commenced the exercise of issuing Voter Location Slips (VLS) to voters across the country to enable them to conveniently locate their respective polling stations on polling day. The issuance exercise commenced on 15th December 2025, and will be concluded …

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  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Zeus The Agency has marked six years of operation with major regional accolades in Uganda and Kenya, underscoring its growing influence in East Africa’s creative and marketing industry. In 2025, the agency received the Advertising Campaign of the Year award at the UMEA …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Node Group Consult has been named Rising Agency of the Year at the fifth anniversary of the Uganda Marketing Excellence Awards (UMEAS), held at the Serena Hotel in Kampala on December 11, 2025. The agency’s winning entry highlighted its approach to innovation, problem solving, …