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MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy class of 2024 graduates

Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | The East Africa MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) Academy in Nairobi this year graduated another cohort of talented film and TV professionals from the industry-leading training institution. The MTF Academy offers multi-disciplinary training programmes to develop the next generation of African storytellers. Every year, classes …

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Kush Air Limited launches Juba-Entebbe service

Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A fourth air operator, Kush Air Limited has been licensed to ply the Entebbe – Juba route. The 90-seater Das 8 Q 400 Aircraft touched down at 1:00 pm on Friday with several South Sudanese officials and company executives. The South Sudan-registered company will initially …

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Ministry of Education asked to mainstream culture in curriculum

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) has asked the government to strengthen the mainstreaming of culture in the different academic programmes and curricula right from primary schools to tertiary institutions. Speaking at the 13th Annual Youth Cultural Heritage Awarding Ceremony at the Buganda Heritage and Tourism …

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Vivo Energy Uganda partners with Room to Read to advance literacy and education for Ugandan children

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda, the company behind the distribution and marketing of Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, has joined hands with Room to Read, a global nonprofit organisation focused on eliminating illiteracy and promoting gender equality. This strategic partnership aims to enhance educational opportunities for schoolchildren across …

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Kadodi dancers banned from Mbale city

Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Security has banned the traditional Imbalu dance popularly known as Kadodi in Mbale City.  Asumin Nasike, the Mbale City Commissioner, announced the ban on Thursday. She said the ban stemmed from the increased number of crimes committed by the Kadodi dancers. She cited an incident …

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Mpuuga unveils new pressure group

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | There are mixed reactions among the supporters of the Democratic Party and National Unity Platform to Former Leader of Opposition Mathias Mpuuga’s announcement to form a new pressure group. Mpuuga, who represents Nyendo-Mukungwe in Parliament, clashed with NUP, over leadership differences and a controversial 500 …

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Government launches Results-Based Financing Programme to support clean energy adoption and access

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Government of Uganda through Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC) has officially launched its Results-Based Financing/Price Subsidy (RBF) Programme as part of the Electricity Access Scale-up Project (EASP). The launch, which took place on Thursday, December 5, 2024, …

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Jumia reports increasing e-commerce transactions across Uganda

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Jumia, Uganda’s leading e-commerce platform has reported exceptional growth following its recent Black Friday campaign, solidifying its role in transforming the retail landscape across the country, it said on Dec.5 in a statement. This year’s Black Friday marked a significant milestone for the platform. More …

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Ecobank Uganda honours outgoing board chairman

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ecobank Uganda bid farewell to its esteemed Board Chairman, Elias Kasozi Byekwaso, celebrating his outstanding leadership and enduring legacy. The farewell activities culminated in a high-profile dinner at the Pearl Restaurant, Serena Hotel, Kampala, attended by board members, staff, and stakeholders. A distinguished economist and …

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