Airtel Africa plc publishes Sustainability Report 2025 reinforcing commitment to ESG impact while advancing digital and financial inclusion across 14 markets London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Africa has this week published its Sustainability Report 2025, reaffirming its corporate purpose of transforming lives by expanding access to essential digital …
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A Conversation with Diana Nabukenya Adeyemi, Founder of Richland Foods Ltd Diana Nabukenya Adeyemi, Co-founder and CEO of Richland Foods Ltd, is the trailblazing entrepreneur behind the Yo ‘Nyama brand — a fast-growing network of halal butchery kitchens in Uganda. Her journey, which began during the COVID-19 pandemic, has turned …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Bank Uganda and Unilever Uganda today announced a strategic financing partnership aimed at enhancing liquidity and operational efficiency within Unilever’s distribution network. The partnership, launched at a breakfast engagement themed “Unlocking Financing Opportunities for Distributors,” introduces the Eazzystock Financing Product, a working capital …
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Post-budget dialogue reveals strong prospects in extractives and energy under NDP IV, with government and UCEM urging faster implementation and inclusive investment Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | When Charles Oleny Ojok, Deputy Executive Director at the National Planning Authority (NPA), took to the podium at the Uganda Chamber of Energy …
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Tanzanaian High Commissoner, oil chiefs make ground-breaking capacity building drive to Uganda Petroleum Institute at Kigumba Kigumba, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project reaffirmed its commitment to fostering local talent with a high-level delegation visit to the Uganda Petroleum Institute in Kigumba (UPIK). The …
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Is this allocation for all Ugandans? Kiryandongo, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | “I’ve heard the government has increased the budget for agriculture again. But how exactly will that help my small onion and maize farm here in Kiryandongo?” wondered a 32-year-old farmer in Mutunda sub-county, reflecting on the newly announced national …
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Nakasongola , Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Nakasongola District are hunting for unidentified individuals who robbed Shs192 million from the Finca Bank branch located in Nakasongola Town. The robbery was discovered early Tuesday morning around 7:00 am, when the branch manager reported for duty and found the bank premises …
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KCB Bank’s Dennis Damba outlines the bank’s strategic focus areas at FY2025/26 Budget to Business Post High Level Budget Dialogue Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | KCB Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to driving regional economic development and sector innovation during the FY2025/2026 Budget Dialogue, hosted by CSBAG Uganda on …
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Results for the African Nations Cup UK 2025 FINAL Zanzibar 0-0 Gambia (🏆Zanzibar won 4-2 0n penalties) SEMI-FINALS Gambia 3-0 Madagascar Zanzibar 0-0 Ghana (Zanzibar win 4-2 on penalties) PRELIMINARIES Madagascar 5 – 0 Benin Gambia 2 – 1 Nigeria. Ghana 2-0 Uganda Madagascar 5 – 0 Benin Gambia 2 – 1 …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) is going the distance in its partnership with the Tusker Lite Mount Rwenzori Marathon as it once again steps forward as the official hydration partner for the upcoming fourth edition of the race. The marathon, known for its scenic route …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
