Uganda’s Rugunda calls for dialogue that is clear, inclusive, and solution-oriented to help address the pressing challenges facing African legislators. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Africa Regional Conference on Parliament and Legislation (AfriPal) has been established to bridge the gap between parliamentary practice and academic research in …

  ST. PETERSBURG | TASS | Media reports of the US potentially using tactical nuclear weapons against Iran are nothing but speculations, while such a move would lead to catastrophic consequences, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told TASS. Fox News reporter Jacqui Heinrich said earlier that Washington did not rule out …

Renowned entrepreneur, cancer survivor, and author was a beacon of hope, courage OBITUARY | BY AGNES E. NANTABA | There are souls who pass through this world like gentle comets: quiet, radiant, and unforgettable. Rusia Orikiriza was one of those rare souls. Though not born into grandeur, she moved with …

Equity Bank Uganda Named Main Partner for African Nations Cup UK 2025 London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | The African Nations Cup UK (ANCUK) 2025, a premier event that celebrates African heritage, unity, and talent through the power of football and culture, kicks off this weekend in London. Equity Bank …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Court of Appeal has upheld the 14-year jail term handed to Godfrey Wamala alias Troy for his role in the death of musician Moses Ssekibogo, commonly known as Mowzey Radio. The Court of Appeal on Friday, in a decision by three Justices, Christopher …

TEHRAN | Xinhua | Iran’s atomic chief on Thursday called on the United Nations nuclear watchdog to immediately end its “inaction” and condemn Israeli attacks on Iran’s “peaceful” nuclear facilities, according to the semi-official Fars News Agency. Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Mohammad Eslami made the remarks …

  Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Cultural leaders in the Acholi sub-region have petitioned the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development for support in the construction of a befitting palace for the Paramount Chief. They say it will serve as a unifying administrative and cultural hub for the 56 …

  Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda and its partners on Tuesday donated digital and vocational equipment to the Busoga Kingdom, as the telecommunications provider seeks to expand digital literacy and reduce economic vulnerability among Uganda’s rural youth and young women. The contribution, made as part of MTN’s …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Housing Finance Bank proudly hosted the second edition of its Business Clinic series for the year, building on the momentum of the inaugural session that focused on empowering women in business. This latest session broadened its scope to include micro and medium enterprises (SMEs), …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s marketing and branding landscape is set for a major transformation with the announcement of the inaugural Datamine ASC Summit 2025. This high-level gathering, designed to redefine brand strategy through emotional connection, cultural storytelling, and authenticity, will take place on Friday, June 27, 2025, …