Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Rotary Uganda has launched a new mobile money platform to increase their contribution and impact in the communities. In the year ending 30th June 2024, Rotarians in Uganda raised nearly Shs2.5 billion (USD645,000) to support Rotary’s work in local communities all over the world. This …
Read More »PICTORIAL: Anne Nkutu new DG as 99th Rotary District Conference celebrated in style
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Rotarians from district 9213 concluded the three-day 99th Rotary District Conference (Discon) last Saturday at Speke Resort Munyonyo in an award-winning dinner, bringing style and cheer to a blend. The cheerful Rotarians also toasted to the new District Governor elect, Anne Nkutu from the …
Read More »Rotary Club of Kyadondo wins Rotary golf tournament
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Richard Mwami, Tony Kisada and Michael Tumusiime were in outstanding form with a 95 stableford points Friday as Kyadondo Club won the annual Rotary Golf tournament at UGC, Kitante. The team of Sam Muwanga, Anne Abeja, Nila Manzi and Andrew Muguluma spurred Ssese Rotary …
Read More »Rotary Golf tourney set to raise Sh37 million
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Golfers and Rotarians aim to raise $10,000 (sh37 million) in the annual Rotary Golf Tournament due on November 24 at the Uganda Golf Club- Kitante The tournament was officially launched today by the District Governor 9213 Edward Kakembo Nsubuga together with district members …
Read More »Mengo Rotary Blood Bank welcomes new board
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | The Mengo Rotary Blood Bank has bid farewell to its outgoing board members while warmly welcoming a fresh team ready to uphold the legacy of saving lives through blood donations. The handover ceremony at Emin Pasha Hotel on September 2, was attended by prominent …
Read More »Rotary Cancer Run moves to regions
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Centenary Bank together with Rotary Uganda are extending the annual Rotary Cancer Run awareness campaign to the different regions of the country. This year’s run is scheduled for August 27th 2023 in Kampala, regions and key global cities, under the theme ‘Run for Hope.’ …
Read More »Rotary Club of Lubowa starts programme to fight against malaria
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In the fight and sensitization against disease, the Rotary Club of Lubowa has launched a community project of distributing free malaria prevention trees (repellant) and a fruit tree at their hospitality gathering in Arkright City-Bwebajja at the weekend. Assistant Governor Florence Mukiibi who officiated at …
Read More »Uganda’s Katongole addresses Rotary International convention in Melbourne
Emmanuel Katongole shares his Ugandan story, says Rotary changes lives across the world Melbourne, Australia | THE INDEPENDENT | Past District Governor Emmanuel Katongole has addressed the Rotary International Convention in Melbourne Australia, saying he is an example of the transformational power of Rotary across the world. “Over the years, Rotary has …
Read More »Rotary governors commit to promoting basic education, literacy
Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Rotarian Francisco Ssemwanga, the new Rotary Governor of District 9214, has pledged to promote basic education and literacy to expand the Rotary movement and increase its impact on communities in Uganda. At the 98th district conference, held under the theme “Celebrating Communities” at the Las …
Read More »UBL supports Rotary’s 98th district meet
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT l On April 13, Uganda Breweries Limited through the brand Johnnie Walker announced a sponsorship package of Shs150million to the Rotary’s 98th District Conference, slated for April 27 -29 in Mbarara District. “We are thrilled to be the exclusive alcoholic beverage sponsor for the upcoming conference, …
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