JERUSALEM | Xinhua | Israel’s military on Tuesday vowed to “carry out attacks throughout the Middle East tonight” to retaliate against the Iranian attacks. The military said around 200 missiles were fired by Iran at Israel in the evening, adding the attacks’ impact was still under review. Military spokesman Daniel …

COMMENT | Olivia Nalubwama | Luweero has its hold on President Yoweri Museveni – as the cradle, the Mecca, the Rome of the National Resistance Army (NRA) bush war which brought Museveni to power in 1986. Luweero has a special place in Museveni’s revolutionary heart and Uganda’s political history. Capturing the …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda (AMCUL), has today partnered with Stabex International, a renowned fuel distribution company, to boost cashless transactions and enhance digital financial inclusion among Ugandans. This collaboration will allow Airtel Money customers to conveniently pay for fuel and access other services at …

    Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  NCBA has announced the full rebrand of the US Kids Golf Tour to NCBA Junior Golf Series making it part of the Annual NCBA Golf Series tournaments sponsored by NCBA Bank, executives announced on Sept.29. The rebrand marks a significant drive to …

The Ugandan gambling market is relatively young, and its flexibility attracts millions of users. Currently, both domestic platforms and overseas casinos are accepted in the region, providing players with an amazing choice. Locals often opt for gaming sites registered abroad, as they offer lots of benefits and user-friendly conditions. Minimum …

Gambling addiction is the primary challenge the casino sector now faces, and its transfer to online worsens the problem. This risky entertainment is legal in Uganda, but the country still lacks regulations to control the industry and prevent related disorders among the population. Reports indicate that approximately 17.7% of Ugandan …

Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Mbarara’s heritage singer Ray kick started the pre-Bell ObaFest enjoyments last Sunday at Soho Terrace Bar in Mbarara with a stellar performance to some of his popular hits that got the crowd in a frenzy. Hosted by MC Kacheche and Lithan Mc, the duo …

  KIGALI | Xinhua |  Rwanda’s Ministry of Health has announced new guidelines to curb the spread of the Marburg virus disease (MVD) following an alarming rise in fatalities. The death toll from the MVD has reached eight, with 26 confirmed cases and 18 individuals currently in isolation and receiving …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A house maid and her boyfriend in Luwafu Zone, Makindye Division, have been arrested by crime intelligence for kidnapping a 3-year-old child of her employer who was away from home and demanded ransom of 20 million shillings. Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire, has …

  BEIJING | Xinhua | President Xi Jinping on Monday said the Chinese people will score more remarkable achievements and make greater contributions to the noble cause of peace and development of humanity. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the …