Emmanuel  Katongole shares his Ugandan story, says Rotary changes lives across the world Melbourne, Australia | THE INDEPENDENT |  Past District Governor Emmanuel Katongole has addressed the Rotary International Convention in Melbourne Australia, saying he is an example of the transformational power of Rotary across the world. “Over the years, Rotary has …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Access to the Namugongo Catholic martyrs’ shrines has become difficult for drivers and motorcyclists due to the closure of roads by the military and police. The closures were implemented even before the scheduled traffic plan was set to take effect on June 2. The …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Herman Ssegawa, 40, sits on a small mat along Namirembe Road, offering pegs displayed on a wooden surface with lined boxes. He beckons customers to purchase from his street stall, conveniently located opposite Kikuubo business lane. For over a decade, Ssegawa has engaged in …

  Kampala, Uganda | PHILLIP CORRY | The Kukkiwon Taekwondo Demonstration team together with Kumi University taekwondo team demonstrated the positive and vibrant diplomatic relations between Kore and Uganda at a function held on May 29-30 at the Victoria Hall at Serena Hotel. Diplomats, the Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Michael Naboya Kitutu, the brother of Karamoja Affairs Minister, Mary Gorreti Kitutu Kimono, wants his case file forwarded to the High Court. He is jointly charged with his sister and her Personal Assistant, Joshua Abaho, in the Anti-Corruption Court for their alleged involvement in …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT  | The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has announced an extension of the registration deadline for the 2023 national examinations at all three levels. The extension is aimed at ensuring that all eligible candidates have the opportunity to register. The original deadline for registration was …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Principal Judge Dr Flavian Zeija has emphasized the importance of providing specific dates for case decisions. He said this during the swearing-in ceremony of four newly appointed Deputy Registrars, six Assistant Registrars, and five Chief Magistrates at the Judiciary Headquarters in Kampala Wednesday. …

Pader, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has allocated sh800 million to facilitate the development of Aruu Falls, an enchanting tourism site located in Angagura Sub County, Pader district. The State Minister of Tourism, Martin Mugarra Bahinduuka, announced the allocation, emphasizing that the funds will support various infrastructure projects …

Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited is committed to continuing to support farmers with financial and non-financial solutions to be able to yield tangible results from their farming activities. This revelation was made by Patrick Twinamatsiko, the Manager in charge of the bank’s Sacco financing. Twinamatsiko …

New York, | Xinhua |  The U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday passed a bill that lifts the federal government debt ceiling until Jan. 1, 2025. Lawmakers voted to pass the bill 314 to 117 after it was introduced to Congress late Sunday. Entitled The Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023, the …