Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda and other African countries have been advised to take a keen interest in US politics. The outcome of the presidential polls later this year is poised to affect several economies across the world. Experts say, the election is important for Uganda, which …

With Africa needing over US$77 billion annually to close existing education funding gaps, several countries are dedicating significant portions of their national budgets to the education sector. Here are the top 10 highest education sector spenders in Africa. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | In April 2024, the African Union …

  Kamy says ‘Johnnie-Come-Lately’ should not kill FDC Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Some of the founding members of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) are pleading with Dr. Kiiza Besigye and others not to kill the twenty-year-old political party. There is a feeling that if the Katonga faction feels …

BEIJING, Aug. 17 (Xinhua) — As China forges ahead with its high-quality development, new quality productive forces are taking the center stage. One of the key players, the commercial space sector, is experiencing rapid growth and making a mark on the global stage. In December 2023, Beijing Interstellar Glory Space …

Gen Kainerugaba Praises Minister Oboth-Oboth For Commitment To Uganda’s Defence Tororo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has hailed his Commander in Chief President Yoweri Museveni for always making excellent choices of officials to run Uganda’s defence ministry. Kainerugaba made the remarks Friday as …

🟡 TONIGHT ✳ 3000m SC M final – Hosea Chemutai 1.15am ✳ 1,500m M final – Jacob Sande 2.00am Lima, Peru | THE INDEPENDENT & IAAF | Hosea Chemutai and Jacob Sande have a chance in Lima today to build on what is already Uganda’s best performance ever at the …

As South Africa begins to experience the positive effects of solar deployment — including a reduction in load shedding — the continent is witnessing a rise in both small and large-scale solar installations. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | South Africans are enjoying a significant  ‘load shedding’ break thay has …

   Vivo Energy Uganda announces Joanita Mukasa Menya as new Managing Director Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Joanita Mukasa Menya has been appointed Managing Director of Vivo Energy Uganda with effect from September 1, 2024. Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, announced the …

Kenya’s high-speed rail offering just made rail travel a lot more luxurious, providing passengers with an experience to compete with business class flights SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Spacious cabins, complete with fully reclining seats reminiscent of the business class on an aircraft, entertainment options, and fine dining experiences …

Sembabule, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two residents of Sembabule District are protesting against State Minister for Lands, Sam Mayanja, over his recent instruction to cancel the titles of their ranches. Benon Burora Kuteesa and James Jjemba, both residents of Mitima Sub-county in Sembabule District, have formally complained to the …