Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Judiciary has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Kingdom government for the design and pilot of an 18 months automation project aimed at consolidating Uganda’s efforts in fighting corruption. The British Government’s Department for International Development (DFID) through Strengthening Uganda’s …
Read More »Fight over Shs44 trillion mobile money
Telecoms protest State House move to monitor business Kampala, Uganda | HAGGAI MATSIKO | A fight is raging between telecom operators on one side, and the Uganda Communications Commissions (UCC), the Uganda Police Force, and State House on the other, over moves to monitor the Shs44 trillion mobile money business. At …
Read More »Mulago’s breakthrough heart bypass surgery
The doctors and the patients tell their story Kampala, Uganda | FLAVIA NASSAKA | Victor Ndawabo, 58, a Congolese national, was unusually lucky from the moment doctors first discovered he had coronary artery disease (CAD). The condition which presents with dangerous blockage in the vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to the …
Read More »Coca-Cola excites consumers with new product
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s beverage company, Coca- Cola has launched a new drink – Fuze Tea – a unique blend of tea extract and fruit flavors created through a process that ensures a delightful fusion of tea, fruit, herbs and other natural ingredients. Launched on Feb.12 at …
Read More »Police find missing Phillip Tumwebaze at friend’s home
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police at Kira Road has found Phillip Tumwebaze Wabwire, 27 who was feared kidnapped in Kyanja last week. In a statement on Saturday, Police said they found him at his friend’s house, having tracked him through another of his close friends. Police said investigations are …
Read More »TOURISM EXPO: Is that a Lion or Leopard?
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The zoo section at the ongoing The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) is the most visited area, but the various questions the wildlife wardens face and the discussions that are going on there, explains why officials decided to put more emphasis on …
Read More »MTN reduces data rates
MTN reduces data rates Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda has revised data rates to continue the drive towards ensuring offering affordable internet to Ugandans. The reduction in data is expected to drive further internet connectivity, facilitate business growth and enable communication through internet-based channels. The rate reduction, according …
Read More »Centenary Bank allocates Shs500bn for agriculture financing
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Centenary Bank has allocated Shs- 500bn to boost agriculture financing this year, according to the lender’s head of agribusiness and agricultural finance, Evans Nakhokho. Nakhokho, who was speaking during the 16th African Fine Coffee Conference and Exhibition in Kampala on Feb 15, said the …
Read More »THIS WEEK: Parliament moves to vet newly appointed judges amidst complaints
THIS WEEK: Parliament moves to vet newly appointed judges amidst complaints Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 14 judges to the High Court and the Court of Appeal appointed by the President were last week vetted by parliament’s appointment committee. However the speaker Rebecca Kadaga headed committee didn’t confirm all …
Read More »THIS WEEK: Sam Mwandha is new UWA boss
THIS WEEK: Sam Mwandha is new UWA boss Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Sam Mwandha has replaced Andrew Seguya as the new Executive Director of Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). Mwandha a Veteran Conservationist with experience spanning 20 years in wildlife management and conservation competed and beat the incumbent and Achilles …
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