KAMPALA, UGANDA | Julius Businge | In a high-level convergence of business, diplomacy, and strategic vision, Uganda Airlines hosted the Uganda–UK Trade and Business Forum at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel on April 16. The event marks a defining moment in Uganda’s aviation and economic landscape as the national carrier prepares …
Read More »Henry Tumusiime is Absa Bank’s new Human Capital Director
Kampala, Uganda [April 16, 2025 | Absa Bank Uganda has appointed Henry Tumusiime as the new Human Capital Director, effective 16 April 2025. With experience of over 18 years in organizational leadership and development, human resource management and cultural transformation, Henry joins Absa Bank Uganda from Abacus Pharma (Africa) Limited, …
Read More »FOOD SECURITY: Karamoja farmers embrace mechanization
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | In a bid to enhance agricultural productivity in Uganda’s Karamoja region, the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), introduced a mechanization initiative aimed at transforming …
Read More »COMMENT: Policies to prevent drink-driving require evidence, not ideology
COMMENT | RODRIGO DE CASAS | A recent report by Vital Strategies urges governments to end all collaboration with the alcohol industry in drink-driving prevention (See story below). While we fully support accountability and scrutiny in public health, recommendations based on ideology – rather than evidence – risk undermining life-saving work. …
Read More »Dr Ogwel flags off Tunis-bound junior golf team, promises UGU more support
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT & UGU MEDIA | National Council of Sports (NCS) General Secretary Dr Bernard Patrick Ogwel has expressed confidence in the golf talent that abounds in the country. He revealed this as he flagged off the national junior golf team that will travel to the …
Read More »Uganda extends transfer of convicted offenders act to the UK
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ugandan government has extended the application of the Transfer of Convicted Offenders Act to the United Kingdom, a move seen as a major step in strengthening international cooperation on justice matters. This development, facilitated through a statutory instrument signed by the Minister of …
Read More »2 missing after canoe accident on lake Bunyonyi
RUBANDA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Two out of five people are missing after a canoe they were sailing in capsized on Lake Bunyonyi on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred around 5:00 p.m. at Musigwe Village as the victims traveled to Mugyera in Habututu Town Council, Rubanda District, via the …
Read More »AFDB: Africans should stop crying over lost USAID aid
“Africa should improve governance in order to improve transparency, close illicit financial flows. Africa loses almost ninety billion dollars every year. That is far much more than we get from aid and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) every year” Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire | THE INDEPENDENT | African Development Bank Group Secretary General …
Read More »ERA: UEDCL to spend shs43.3 billion in 9 months
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is set to use up to Shs43.3 billion (USD 118 million) in its operations over the next nine months, according to the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA). The revelation was made by ERA Executive Director Zilia Wako during the …
Read More »Old Mutual Partners with NxtPe and Airtel Money to simplify insurance premium payments
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | In a major step toward enhancing financial inclusion and customer convenience, Old Mutual Life Assurance has entered into a strategic partnership with NxtPe and Airtel Money to launch a new digital premium payment solution. This collaboration introduces a seamless platform that allows customers to …
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