Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The French Ambassador’s residence in Kampala was abuzz with activity as guests gathered to celebrate Bastille Day, a pivotal moment commemorating the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, which marked the beginning of the French Revolution. The event highlighted the deep and …
Read More »Namibia edges Uganda in Pearl of Africa Cricket T20 Series opener
ENTEBBE, Uganda | Xinhua | Hosts Uganda have suffered defeat to Namibia in the opening match at the ongoing Pearl of Africa Cricket T20 Series in Entebbe, Uganda. Namibia battled first and put on 145/6 in 20 overs, while Uganda chased and collapsed at 143/5 in all 20 overs. The …
Read More »Old Mutual Investment Group Uganda celebrates impressive growth and unit holder participation at 2025 AGM
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG) Uganda successfully hosted its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Sheraton Hotel, Rwenzori Ballroom, bringing together over 300 stakeholders. The event provided a comprehensive overview of the OMIG Unit Trust Funds’ performance and strategic direction for the financial …
Read More »Entebbe Airport registers 2nd largest number of passengers
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Entebbe International Airport recorded its second largest number of passengers in June, registering 213,217 international passengers in a single month, according to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The number includes 106,583 arrivals and 106,634 departures giving an average of 7,107 arrivals and departures …
Read More »Nakaayi vows to fight for Uganda at London Diamond League
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Halimah Nakaayi, the only athlete to represent Uganda at the upcoming London Diamond League, vowed to fight for her country. The 2019 world champion and bronze medalist at the 2022 World Indoor Championship will compete in the 800m race at the event on Saturday. “I …
Read More »NRM to conduct primaries today
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s ruling party the National Resistance Movement ( NRM ) will conduct it’s internal primaries today across the country. According to the party’s Electoral Commission Chairperson Tango odoi voting will start at 10:00 am in most parts of the country while in Karamoja sub region …
Read More »Uganda’s Ssemakula joins Kuwait Premier League side Al Arabi SC
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Ugandan international Kenneth Ssemakula has joined Kuwait Premier League outfit Al Arabi SC. “I am happy that I have made another switch in professional football to join Al Arabi SC. I will work hard to make sure I help the team achieve its set targets,” …
Read More »Housing Finance, Mama Tendo Foundation launch national parenting symposium
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Housing Finance Bank Joins Mama Tendo Foundation to Launch National Parenting Symposium Across Uganda, families are the foundation of society; but parenting remains one of the most complex and least discussed responsibilities. That silence was challenged in a meaningful way as Mama Tendo Foundation, …
Read More »New captain Miyagi to lead Uganda in Pearl of Africa cricket series
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda has selected Juma Miyagi as the country’s new national cricket team captain. Miyagi will captain Uganda during the upcoming Pearl of Africa T20 Series from July 17 to 28 at the lakeside Entebbe Cricket Oval. Uganda, Nigeria, the UAE, Kenya and Namibia will feature …
Read More »Cholera cases soar in DRC as outbreak hits “acute phase”
KINSHASA, DRC | Xinhua | The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is facing a sharp resurgence of cholera, with cases reported in 17 of its 36 provinces and over 35,000 infections recorded since the beginning of the year, authorities said. Minister of Public Health Roger Kamba told a briefing …
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