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Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT | Dr Micheal Musiitwa Mugwanya, the first medic to succumb to COVID-19 in Kiboga district, has been eulogised as a person who turned around healthcare in the rural district of Kiboga. The Medic who developed symptoms of COVID-19 and ended in Intensive Care at Mulago National …

Soroti, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT | Gen. Gregg Mugisha Muntu, the Alliance for National Transformation- ANT Presidential Candidate has urged the people of Teso to vote leaders on merit and, to avoid being driven by emotions.  Muntu’s comment comes at a time when a section of people in Teso is rallying …

Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT | Health Specialists have cautioned Ugandans against travelling upcountry during the Christmas holiday to avoid the spread of COVID-19.  The warning breaks a long-standing tradition amongst Ugandans, many of whom travel upcountry during the Christmas and new year holiday, to celebrate with their families. The specialists …

Kampala, Uganda |  THE INDEPENDENT | The United States of America (USA) says it is closely paying attention to the actions of individuals who seek to impede the democratic processes in Uganda in the run-up to the 2021 elections. In a press statement released on Thursday, the US Secretary of State …

Kampala, Uganda | Julius Businge | The Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba has appealed to all Ugandans to join the fight against irresponsible road usage in the country especially during the upcoming festive season which coincides with the political campaign period in the run up to national elections …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Electoral Commission has warned Civil Society Organizations against campaigning for people seeking political offices. The EC’s acting secretary, Leonard Mulekwa made the warning on Thursday at the launch of voter education campaign organised by Uganda Project Implementation and Management Centre –UPMAC and Civic Education …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Anti-corruption government agencies have detailed strides made in the fight against corruption and measures taken to curb the vice. During a conference to mark the International Anti-corruption day in Kampala, the agencies outlined their achievements and progress in fighting corruption. The conference was held under …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least 110 people have been arrested for violating COVID-19 guidelines in Kampala. The Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, Patrick Onyango says the suspects include managers of arcades and people who were found without wearing face masks. He says the operation follows a public outcry and …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The General Court Martial in Makindye has remanded 34 year old city businessman Francis Bruno Bazibu to Kitalya government prison on one offense of illegal  possession of a bullet. Bazibu was on Thursday arraigned before court presided over by Lt General Andrew Gutti who read …

Kampala, Uganda | Julius Businge | GIZ-PREEEP in partnership with Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and Uganda National Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Alliance is implementing the second phase of the awareness campaign programme dubbed “Clean Energy for a Better Life.” It was unveiled on Dec.07. It will bring companies …