Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Unity Platform (NUP) rally at Kawempe Muslim Primary School playground on Monday evening ended prematurely when the power suddenly went off as the party president, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu was addressing the crowd. Earlier, NUP leaders and supporters clashed with security operatives, who fired …
Read More »Anti-Corruption Court grants bail to Accountant General in sh60 billion case
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has granted bail to six out of the nine government officials implicated in causing a financial loss of 60 billion shillings through the manipulation of payment systems. The court, presided over by Justice Lawrence Gidudu, granted bail to the six …
Read More »Parliament wants Succession Act popularized
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Speaker of Parliament, Annet Anita Among has tasked the Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Peace Mutuuzo to popularize the Succession (Amendment) Act 2022, saying it has the potential to solve the plight of women. Among said the Succession Act passed two …
Read More »Uganda’s energy sector gears up for innovation convention amid rapid growth.
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s energy sector is experiencing exceptional growth, fueled by significant oil and gas projects and a surge in renewable energy initiatives. To further propel this momentum, the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals (UCEM) announced the Energy Convention 2025, a premier event next month …
Read More »Rwanda accuses UK of breach of trust, demands £50m
Kigali, Rwanda | THE NEW TIMES | The Government of Rwanda has accused the United Kingdom of breaching trust and taking unjustified punitive measures against Kigali, and has demanded that the latter pays £50 million under the now-defunct Migration and Economic Development Partnership. Yolande Makolo, the spokesperson for the Rwandan …
Read More »Judge Singiza dismisses Eron Kiiza application
Judge Singiza emphasized that the High Court’s jurisdiction was limited in this matter, and Kiiza had not followed the correct procedure for seeking his release from the Court Martial. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has dismissed an application filed by jailed lawyer Eron Kiiza, …
Read More »Maj Bilal Katamba is new acting Deputy UPDF spokesperson
Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Maj. Bilal Katamba has been named the Acting Deputy Defence Public Information Officer of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF). He replaces Col. Deo Asiimwe Akiiki, who was appointed the Military Assistant to the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, last week. Col Akiiki …
Read More »Bold new look for Guinness Smooth
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a bold move to reimagine its identity, Guinness Smooth has introduced a vibrant and expressive new look for its packaging and brand world. Known for its irresistibly smooth taste, Guinness Smooth’s fresh design reflects the bold, vibrant, and dynamic spirit of its loyal …
Read More »Tusker toasts to tourism with inaugural Sauce of the Nile Fest
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The banks of the River Nile came alive with the first-ever Tusker Sauce of the Nile Fest at the weekend. Held at the breathtaking Nile Park Resort in Jinja, this event fused Uganda’s rich cultural heritage with a dose of premium entertainment. As the …
Read More »Museveni hails fallen education icon Elizabeth Gabona
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni, alongside First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataha Museveni, has paid tribute to the late Elizabeth Kaitsa Mabwa Gabona, a distinguished figure in Uganda’s education sector. Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo represented President Museveni at the official send-off …
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