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KIGALI | Xinhua | During a ceremony at the Kigali Genocide Memorial on April 7, Rwandan President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame lit a memorial torch, a flame of remembrance set to burn for 100 days as a solemn tribute to the tragedy that occurred three decades ago. …

The art workshop offered opportunities to students to encounter with the unusual processes of art making and how to merge indigenous techniques of art making with the contemporary ART | DOMINIC MUWANGUNZI | The discipline of art requires practical skills more than anything else. Practical skills form the spine of any …

Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | When Pastor Christian Aliddeki, the former President of the Uganda Union Mission, officially the Archbishop of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Uganda, retired from active service, he wanted to go home, have a rest from the public, and enjoy the support of his six …

First understand the psychology of what lies behind irrational opinions FEATURE | Manfred Kets de Vries | Most people, at one time or another, act foolishly. However, truly ignorant individuals exhibit a lack of introspection and stubbornly cling to their opinions, regardless of how irrational they may be. These people demonstrate unwavering …

SPECIAL FEATURE | THE INDEPENDENT |  For years, there have been ongoing efforts to promote the Kiswahili language in Uganda, including its incorporation into school curricula as a means of encouraging its usage. However, resistance to this initiative has been encountered, particularly among certain tribes and regions of the country. …

Copenhagen, Denmark | THE INDEPENDENT | In the vibrant streets of Copenhagen, Victoria Larsen, Miss Supranational Denmark 2024, radiates as a symbol of hope and compassion. With a heart as expansive as the ocean and a dedication as unwavering as the northern star, Victoria has emerged as a leading advocate …

SPECIAL FEATURE  | THE INDEPENDENT | All around us, teenagers are glued to their smartphones, all day long! Social media has changed how teens connect, offering both opportunities and challenges. While it helps them stay in touch with friends and family and allows for self-expression, it also brings risks such …

SPECIAL FEATURE | Security related issues are some of the things that are very hard to discuss without being impartial. Our perceptions are often informed by the negative news stories that make most of the headlines around the world. For a country like Uganda, it is hard for foreigners to consider …

SPECIAL FEATURE |  East African holidays are a unique experience for the tourists compared to other destinations. For many of them, it is the first time they are willing to go into a third-world country. They may already have preconceived ideas from the media of starving people, dilapidated infrastructure, and a …

Research and experience have shown the effectiveness of providing women and girls living in extreme poverty with a productive asset, support to meet their basic needs, and long-term coaching and training FEATURE | RUDO KAYOMBO | What do poverty, climate change, and conflict have in common? They are among the biggest …