Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least 70 people in Luwero district were killed by Malaria in the 2022/23 financial year, the District Health Report on Mortality and Morbidity has revealed. The report highlights Malaria as the foremost cause of death, claiming the lives of 40 males and 30 females. Among …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The traffic police have impounded 1,127 motor vehicles in dangerous mechanical conditions (DMC) since the start of this month in an effort to reduce road crashes. Micheal Kananura, the traffic police spokesperson said the number plates for the vehicles have been plucked off until …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Prosecution has formally requested the International Crimes Division of the High Court to reject the bail application filed by John Mugera, one of the suspects jointly charged with Allan Ssewanyana and Muhammad Ssegirinya, the Makindye West and his Kawempe South Members of parliament. …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Top government officials and executives at Uganda Telecommunications Corporation Limited have promised their clients a reliable voice, data, and related services following a rebranding exercise. According to the company’s Chief Operating Officer, Maggie Lutwama, the rebranding exercise involved having a new logo and tagline …

London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Brainchild BCW, one of Uganda’s top public relations, digital, and events agency has been named Best PR and Digital Agency at African Excellence Awards that seek to recognize outstanding African companies and individuals who have contributed to Africa’s growth, it said on Aug.21 in …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Territorial Police at Wandegeya are investigating a suspected murder incident that occurred on August 21, 2023, in the vicinity of the Golf Course Roundabout, Kampala. This follows the discovery of a body in the area, according to the Kampala Deputy Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, …

New survey finds 53% positive about future of economy, democracy COVER STORY | BY INDEPENDENT REPORTER | The latest report by the survey research body, Afrobarometer, has brought to the fore both expected and completely unexpected perceptions of Ugandans on a range of topical issues. The survey asked questions about the …

How our prejudices have combined with an exhausted government to create a disaster for our country THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda |  The mighty World Bank has suspended all new loan applications to Uganda for passing the anti-homosexuality act. The law is primitive. I feel ashamed to be a citizen of …

Budapest, Hungary | THE INDEPENDENT | Three time World 10,000m champion Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei has announced his intention to transition from track events to marathon races, saying that the time has come for him to embrace a new chapter in his athletic career. Cheptegei’s decision comes after securing his third …

Mengo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kabaka of Buganda Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II has strongly cautioned leaders within his kingdom to reject hypocrisy while offering service and instead adopt courage while delivering genuine and sincere assistance to the people.  According to Kabaka Mutebi, leaders ought to exemplify loyalty and …