Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University Academic Staff Association-MUASA is protesting the suspension of the University Staff Tribunal by the University Council. The Tribunal’s work was suspended last month by the University Council on the advice of the Attorney General, Kiryowa Kiwanuka. A letter written by the University …
Read More »Preliminary investigation reveal miscommunication in officer’s fatal shooting
Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Preliminary investigations into the murder of Lance Corporal Yeremiah Turyamureeba, also known as “Paper,” suggest that a miscommunication between two officers may have played a role in the tragic incident. According to Mbarara District Police Commander Emmanuel Bwambale, a misunderstanding occurred between the two …
Read More »Sasakawa boosts agricultural extension services in Uganda
20,000 farmers in Karamoja have been beneficiaries Kampala, Uganda | IAN KATUSIIME | Sasakawa Africa Association Uganda, a not-for-profit organisation that works with smallholder farmers in Africa to develop resilient and sustainable food systems, is changing the lives of farmers in Uganda at a time of increased food scarcity. Sasakawa …
Read More »Lower Primary School drop out elected Mukono Deputy Speaker
Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | George Muwonge, a primary three dropout is the new deputy speaker of Mukono district following his election on Friday. The seat became vacant following the resignation of the former deputy speaker. Muwonge, who represents Kyampisi Sub County, secured 24 votes, defeating Isaac Kitongo, a …
Read More »Accident involving four vehicles leaves six injured, trailer carrying beer overturns
Nakasongola, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A tragic accident involving four vehicles in Nakasongola has left six people severely injured. The incident took place on Saturday evening around 5:00 pm at Namayonjo village in Nakasongola District along the Kampala-Gulu Highway. According to Sam Twineamazima, the Acting Savannah Regional Police spokesperson, …
Read More »Fake doctor arrested in Kapchorwa Hospital
Kapchorwa, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kapchorwa Central Police Station is currently holding a man on charges of impersonating a doctor, conducting illegal treatments, and extorting money from patients at Kapchorwa Hospital. According to Fredmark Chesang, the Sipi Region Police Spokesperson, the suspect, identified as Silas Sukoria, a 34-year-old resident …
Read More »Katutsi, Abeja win Absa Captain’s Bell tournament
Kampala, Uganda | PHILLIP CORRY | Vincent Katutsi and Anne Abeja were crowned Absa Captain’s Bell tournament winners at the par 72, Kitante course on Saturday. Katutsi, carded 66 nett to beat a strong field of 200 golfers and claim the overall Men’s title. Abeja, was in blistering form …
Read More »Manchester City win third successive Premier league title
London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Manchester City have been crowned Premier League champions for the third year in succession. Arsenal’s 1-0 defeat away at Nottingham Forest means City now have an unassailable lead with three matches left to play. It’s the fifth time in six season Man City have …
Read More »Kibirige wins Absa Captain’s Bell Professionals event
Kampala, Uganda | PHILLIP CORRY | Marvin Kibirige held his nerve to claim his second title in his Pro career here today at the par 72 Kitante course. He shot a closing round of 3 over par 75 with a total score of 138 strokes to win the pro category …
Read More »Ministry of Health rallies Busoga Kingdom in fight against TB
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Health has teamed up with Busoga Kingdom cultural leaders to reduce the rate of new TB infections within the sub-region. Busoga region registered 1,167 new TB infections in 2022. Records show that several victims were unaware of the exact source of …
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