Industry analysts say these developments illustrate a broader trend toward intra-African connectivity, which is critical for the continent’s economic integration Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Airlines has signed an interline agreement with South Africa’s regional carrier Airlink, a move that expands regional connectivity and promises smoother travel …
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Despite localized disruptions, global airlines were moving quickly toward stabilization by Saturday, with most affected aircraft already cleared to return to service. PARIS | Xinhua | Global airlines have rushed to implement an urgent software fix for A320-family aircraft after Airbus issued a safety alert on Friday, initially raising concerns …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) has been honored with the overall Excel Award at the 2025 Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) Taxpayers Appreciation Awards. The brewery received this top recognition for its exemplary tax compliance, timely declarations, and substantial contribution to the national treasury. The awards …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Jubilee Holdings Limited has merged its Ugandan subsidiaries, Jubilee Health Insurance Company of Uganda Limited and Jubilee Life Insurance Company of Uganda Limited, following approval from the Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda. The combined entity will operate under the name Jubilee Life Insurance Company …
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Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Uganda’s ambition to position itself as a regional hub for virtual assets took center stage at the Blockchain summit as top regulators, industry leaders and innovators convened at the summit held at the Four Points Hotel in Kampala. The day-long meeting delivered the …
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Vivo Energy expands Shell network to 195 Sites with launch of modern Mawanda road station Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda has marked a major milestone in its retail expansion with the commissioning of four new Shell service stations in 2025, bringing its nationwide network to over …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bell Citrus, the bold and zesty new variant among the Bell Flavours, has partnered with local hero and international Afro-pop sensation Joshua Baraka for his debut solo concert, “Into the B’raka Land.” Set to take place on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the Ndere Cultural …
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New service intensifies competition for Kenya Airways, Uganda Airlines and Air Tanzania as the Gulf carrier expands its regional dominance. Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT & AGENCIES | Building on Emirates’ 30th anniversary of operations in Kenya, the world’s largest international airline has announced a third daily flight to Nairobi, …
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Bank of Uganda Grants Operating License to Pearl Bank Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has issued an operating license to Pearl Bank Uganda Limited, which formerly operated as PostBank Uganda, paving the way for the institution to commence business under its new name and identity. …
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Fourth EITI report reveals companies still dodge key disclosures as beneficial ownership data remains thin and contract transparency has barely moved NEWS ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | When Uganda’s fourth Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Report was released in Kampala on Nov.20, the message that threaded through Protea Hotel’s ground floor …
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