Bundibugyo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has come under criticism for the persistent power outages in Bundibugyo District. In 2021, UEDCL acquired power concessions from the Bundibugyo Energy Cooperative Society Limited, which was previously responsible for power distribution, maintenance of power lines, and revenue management …
Read More »Mpox: Nakasongola Prisons suspends visitations as district cases rise to 21
Nakasongola, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Prisons Services has suspended visitations at Nakasongola Prisons after registering a positive Mpox case. According to the Nakasongola District Situational Report dated October 7, 2024, at least 21 people have been confirmed with the Mpox virus in the district. The cases include a prison …
Read More »OPINION: Financial independence for women is a catalyst to solving the ESG equation
OPINION | Dorah Kahunde | Two key words have taken the corporate world by storm; Sustainability and ESG (Environment Social Governance). Many organizations globally are working towards attaining sustainability certifications by implementing environmentally friendly practices as well as ensuring they have airtight corporate governance structures by engaging in, sponsoring and supporting activities …
Read More »KITEEZI: Ghanaian investor takes over landfill for fertilizer production
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has officially handed over the Kiteezi landfill to a Ghanaian investor, who plans to tackle the country’s garbage management issues by converting waste into fertilizers and other recyclable materials. State Minister for Kampala and Metropolitan Affairs, Kabuye Kyofatogabye, made the announcement during the …
Read More »CENSUS 2024: UBOS admits having errors in final report
UBOS: Numbers of Religion, tribe presented in error Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s National Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has admitted to having errors in the number of religious and tribal indicators presented in the final census report. This comes after widespread public outcry of the census results, particularly regarding …
Read More »TECNO showcases AI-powered innovation in Kampala
Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | On Friday, Global technology leader TECNO unveiled its AI-powered ecosystem in Uganda. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in the country’s technological advancement and underscores TECNO’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that enhance the lives of Ugandans. The showcase featured the company’s latest innovations, including …
Read More »Marburg: Uganda heightens surveillance at airport, border points with Rwanda
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda has heightened surveillance at the country’s international airport and the common border with Rwanda after a Marburg virus disease outbreak has left 12 people dead in the neighboring country, a health official said Tuesday. Daniel Kyabayinze, director of public health at the Ugandan Ministry …
Read More »Unraveling U.S. role in the escalating Gaza conflict
CAIRO,EGYPT | Xinhua | The United States has frequently employed political maneuvers to gain credit for its role in the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. In July 2022, prior to a visit to the region, U.S. President Joe Biden proudly asserted in a Washington Post op-ed that “The Middle …
Read More »OCTOBER 9: SuperSport channel refresh on GOtv
We’re shaking things up on GOtv! More sports, better line-ups, and an easier way to find your favourites. Ready? Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | GOtv have in a statement said that they ‘are shaking things up” starting Wednesday 9 October, with a fresh new line-up on SuperSport. What’s new? SS …
Read More »Pogba’s four-year ban reduced to 18 months
GENEVA | Xinhua | French football player Paul Pogba’s four-year ban for an Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV) was cut to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Monday. The Juventus midfielder filed an appeal against the decision of Italy’s National Anti-Doping Tribunal for committing an ADRV …
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