Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Government leaders, employers, and development partners convened at the 4th Annual National Labour Convention and Expo 2026, held from April 15-16 under the theme “Unlocking the Potential of the Ugandan Youth Labour Force: Advancing Productivity and Opportunities for Decent Work.” The gathering marked a …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Commercial Division of the High Court has ordered Airtel Uganda to pay 1.1 billion Shillings to Uganda Revenue Authority after losing a tax dispute over imported telecommunications equipment. In his ruling, Justice Stephen Mubiru set aside a decision of the Tax Appeals Tribunal, which …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | Motorists across Kampala are scrambling for fuel after a shortage that first hit upcountry stations earlier this week spread to the capital, triggering long queues, price hikes, and growing frustration among transport operators. On Friday, most outlets operated by Shell and TotalEnergies were found without …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | When he first reported to the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) last year, Sande Stephen, the beneficiary of Uganda’s first successful bone marrow transplant, was bedridden. After several rounds of treatment, he gradually improved and was able to use a wheelchair. Speaking on Friday, Sande recounted …
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Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Managing Director and CEO Dr James Mwangi has promised that Equity Group will continue to champion financial inclusion, resilience and socio-economic transformation across Africa. Dr Mwangi reaffirmed Equity’s commitment to partnerships that drive inclusive growth at the Rotary District 9214 Conference and Assembly 2026 held …
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Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The iKON, Uganda’s biggest and most prestigious film awards ceremony, has officially closed the film submission entry for the 4th iKON Awards with a significant surge in international film entries from across Africa and beyond. A total of 300 films, comprising both local …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Thembekile Mandela Foundation and the Jane Acilo Foundation have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during a high-level press conference in Kampala. The MOU establishes a collaborative framework grounded in a shared vision to expand community impact and strengthen systems that promote dignity …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Government has suspended the enforcement of “Trade Order” operations across the country. The move follows intense pressure from the House and growing public outcry over the treatment of urban vendors. Addressing the House during today’s plenary session, the Minister of State for Trade, Industry …
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Hima Cement Targets Future Builders in Makerere Training Push on Skills and Safety Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | More than 250 technicians, students and artisans (fundis) are undergoing a two-day construction training at Makerere University in a programme organised in partnership with Hima Cement, as both industry and …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | More than 2,000 pilgrims from the Diocese of Butembo in the Democratic Republic of Congo have confirmed their participation in this year’s Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations, scheduled for June 3 at the Namugongo Catholic Shrine in Kampala. Rt. Rev. Aquirinus Kibira Kambale, Bishop of the …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
