Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the fight for followers intensifies, different Christian denominations are engaged in another struggle over liturgical vestments. Setting a definitive stance, the Church of Uganda has officially gazetted its attire as a safeguard against potential misuse or misappropriation by clergy from other denominations and …
Read More »JUDGES: Too late to rule on petition on closure of churches during lockdown
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Constitutional Court in Kampala has dismissed a petition in which religious and political actors had challenged the closure of places of worship during the COVID-19 pandemic lock down in 2021. The court presided over by five Justices led by Lady Justice Irene Mulyagonja has …
Read More »Xi ends France visit with no-tie diplomacy
Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan communicate with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron at the Col du Tourmalet in Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, May 7, 2024. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei) TARBES, France | Xinhua | On the last day of Chinese President Xi …
Read More »Over 100 displaced, roads submerged as River Zoka floods in Adjumani
Adjumani, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A devastating flood caused by the overflow of River Zoka has displaced over 100 in Ukusijoni sub-county, Adjumani district. The flood, which occurred on Sunday, has particularly affected Rubangabin and Sinyanya villages, submerging homes, latrines, and several acres of crop gardens. Additionally, …
Read More »House approves Shs26 billion for extension of internet to schools, hospital
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has adopted a recommendation that shs 26.781 billion be provided to the National Information Technology Uganda (NITA-U) to extend ICT services to extra 700 sites which include schools, hospitals and local governments. The recommendation was contained in the Report of the Committee on Information, …
Read More »UCE: UNEB releases new curriculum sample papers
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has released sample papers for the Uganda Certificate of Education -UCE end-of-cycle competency-based Assessment under the new lower secondary school curriculum. Students and teachers have eagerly awaited details about the examination structure, including the number of papers per subject …
Read More »UDB women’s conference a boost for female-owned enterprises
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The state minister for Finance in charge of privatization Evelyn Anite has urged women in business to formalize their enterprises and be able to attract government and related support. Anite was speaking at the inaugural annual women entrepreneurs’ conference on March 14 organized by …
Read More »Lack of national IDs affecting NRM membership update
Many residents say money lenders are holding onto their National Identificiation cards. Nakaseke , Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The absence of National IDs has affected the registration and the update of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party register in Nakaseke district. Many residents say money lenders are holding onto …
Read More »C-Care IHK and Kampala Audiology mark World Hearing Day with cochlear surgeries
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | C-Care IHK Hospital and Kampala Audiology & Speech Centre have conducted the 34th cochlear surgeries since 2017, restoring hearing ability to individuals in Kampala. On March 2nd, 2024, two children regained their hearing following successful procedures at C-Care IHK, the pioneer in cochlear …
Read More »Uganda Baati refurbishes teachers houses at Busoga College Mwiri
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Baati, under the Safal Uganda Baati Foundation, has supported one of Uganda’s oldest schools Busoga College Mwiri rehabiliate staff quarters. Uganda Baati have removed old asbestos sheets on two houses and replaced them with quality steel sheets. This follows the college’s appeal last year …
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