NEW DELHI | Xinhua |  The local government in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu Monday announced the complete revocation of the manufacturing license of a pharmaceutical company responsible for producing the cough syrup that was linked to the recent child deaths in two states. The government also ordered …

E-transactions regulations typically require secondary legislation setting out the government bodies or private entities that can issue digital signatures, the report explains   NEWS ANALYSIS | JENNY MESSENGER | The results of a digital trade initiative in Africa show the continent has made progress, but barriers to paperless trade persist, according …

Africa’s sports economy is no longer just about talent exports. The sector is growing into a robust industry attracting record investment from global brands, betting firms, and governments alike. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | A surge in commercial partnerships, rising domestic investment, and growing audiences are driving noticeable growth …

SPECIAL REPORT | ANTHONY NATIF | As recorded in court, in the case Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and adapted from @TonyNatif on X. **** Yesterday, court turned into a legal brawl over a state witness’ perceived evasion. Come with me; I promise to explain. If you don’t have much time to …

Aloka Trevor’s new body of work navigates the turbulent journey of caring for his mother as she undergoes treatment of cancer while shedding light on finding beauty in brokenness. ARTS | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | Naturally, art is supposed to trigger emotions in the viewer’s heart and soul. It is meant …

COLOMBO | Xinhua |  China has demonstrated strong commitment and global leadership in advancing women’s rights and gender equality through concrete actions such as hosting the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women, said Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya. In an exclusive interview with Xinhua at the Sri Lankan parliament ahead …

The Beijing Platform for Action, adopted at the conference, set out 12 key areas, along with goals and strategies to promote gender equality. Garrido said it became a lasting reference point for policymakers, activists and courts. MONTEVIDEO | Xinhua |  Thirty years after the landmark Fourth World Conference on Women …

BEIJING | Xinhua | Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday underscored the international community’s shared responsibility and called for more practical actions to promote women’s advancement. Xi hailed women for “playing an important role in creating, promoting and carrying forward human civilization” while addressing the opening of a high-profile meeting …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  The 2025 Masaza Cup semi-finals delivered a feast of football on Sunday for the visitors as  Kyaggwe and Ssingo stunned the home sides to toast to a couple of hard-fought victories in the first leg of the round. In two tense tactical battles, Kyaggwe …

Simply put, NUP has no position on Uganda’s national security. I find this ironic, especially because their manifesto opens by decrying Uganda’s turbulent political and constitutional history, yet ignores national security throughout. COMMENT | NNANDA KIZITO SSERUWAGI | If you read the NUP Manifesto, you’ll find that it omits national security …