By Julius Odeke It’s almost six years since the Madhvanis started discussions with the people of Acholi sub region and government to secure land on which they can expand their sugar business in the region. The Madhvanis, who own Kakira Sugar Works, want to acquire 20,000 hectares for setting up …
Read More »Wrong attitude will not take Uganda anywhere, says South Korean Ambassador
By Ronald Musoke Park Jong-Dae, South Korea’s Charge d’Affaires shares his views on his country’s rapid economic development with The Independent’s Ronald Musoke. How did South Korea (officially the Republic of Korea) emerge from the depths of despair of the 1940s to its current industrialised status? Korea’s feat in its …
Read More »Security agencies should treat people with dignity – UJCC
By Julius Odeke The Uganda Joint Christian Council (UJCC) is an ecumenical organisation founded in 1963 as a platform for leaders of the Roman Catholic Church, the Anglican church of Uganda, and the Uganda Orthodox Church who, together, constitute 78% of Uganda’s population. UJCC will, on May 31, this year …
Read More »2013 will be great for oil sector
By Haggai Matsiko Total Launch ready for industry survey of local capacity needs Loic Laurandel, the General Manager, Total E&P Uganda spoke to The Independent’s Haggai Matsiko about the company’s operations and the current status of the oil industry. Since you joined the Ugandan oil sector, things have been quiet. …
Read More »2016 elections without electoral reforms is a joke – Besigye
By Julius Odeke Even after relinquishing leadership of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), Dr Kizza Besigye continues to command huge political space as his actions and views attract President Yoweri Museveni and the State’s interest. The Independent’s Julius Odeke spoke to him about the political environment in Uganda and …
Read More »M23, DRC is a challenging tangle of political and military interests
By Andrew M. Mwenda US Senator Dick Durbin sits on US Senate’s foreign relations, appropriations, and judiciary. He spoke to The Independent’s Andrew Mwenda. Many people believe the US government’s interest in Africa is purely based on security. As long as African governments can combat Al Qaeda that’s all. Let …
Read More »The Mukula case was complex – Baku
By Julius Odeke Raphael Baku whose contract as deputy Inspector General of Government ended in February spoke to The Independent’s Julius Odeke about the challenges of the office and his plans for the future. What was the most challenging issue for you when you were the Inspector General of Government …
Read More »I have never thought of resigning
By Julius Odeke Badru Kiggundu has been chairman of the Uganda Electoral Commission and managed national elections in 2006 and 2011. He spoke to The Independent’sJulius Odeke about why he is `as white as a white cock’. Butaleja is set for the woman MP by-election; will it be free and …
Read More »Describe yourself in two sentences.
By Joan Akello I am a son of a chief. A public officer trying his best to serve the public What is your claim to fame? My character and work speak. Where ever you post me, you will never find me wanting. When I write, speak, I attract people around. …
Read More »NRM’s problem is too much democracy
By Haggai Matsiko Col. Fred Mwesigye is one the 27 that started the National Resistance Army war on Feb. 6 1981. He spoke to The Independent’s Haggai Matsiko. Do you remember the day you made the decision to go to the bush? I was young, I do not remember. I …
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