New School Bus with safety features boosts learner protection at Busoga High School Kamuli, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Equity Bank Uganda has been hailed for supporting the education sector beyond conventional banking. Speaking at a handover ceremony of a new 2025 Isuzu 67-seater school bus to Busoga High School, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Police recovered 46 stolen vehicles in June, with officials saying the results highlight the growing role of the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS) in combating vehicle theft and verifying ownership. Luke Owoyesigyire, Deputy Public Relations Officer for Kampala Metropolitan Police, said the …
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Arua, Uganda | URN | Farmers across the Acholi sub-region have been urged to postpone planting for the second agricultural season as meteorologists warn that the ongoing dry spell is likely to persist until the end of August. There is fear that farmers may experience another harvest at risk after …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda is currently grappling with the classic development dilemma of how to lift millions out of poverty while safeguarding its rich natural heritage. A growing consensus is emerging among policymakers, economists, and conservationists arguing that assigning real monetary value to the country’s forests, wetlands, lakes, …
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Nairobi, Kenya | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Ugandan photographer Peter Kuloba on July 18th 2026, emerged the overall winner in the Safal Eye In The Wild photography competition, beating tens of visual storytellers from across Africa. His winning photo titled Disappearing Snowcaps of the Rwenzori Mountains earned him the Gold …
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Adjumani, Uganda | URN | At exactly 5:25 PM, Rt. Hon. (Rtd) Gen. Moses Ali, the former Member of Parliament for Adjumani West Constituency, was finally laid to rest in Abiricaku Village, Adjumani District, four days after he passed away on Saturday last week. Thousands of mourners from across the …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | The High Court in Kampala has directed the government to conclude investigations into the whereabouts of former Butambala County Member of Parliament Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi before determining his application for a writ of habeas corpus seeking his production and unconditional release. In a ruling delivered …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | NCBA Bank Uganda last week reaffirmed its commitment to advancing mobility, innovation and economic growth as the Platinum and Official Title Sponsor of the 2026 NCBA Auto Show, Uganda’s premier automotive exhibition. Held from 17–19 July 2026 at Kololo Independence Grounds, this year’s edition marked …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Watu Uganda has reached a major milestone after financing one million devices through Watu Simu, reinforcing its commitment to expanding access to smartphones and digital opportunities for Ugandans across the country. The milestone was celebrated at an event in Kampala on July 20 2026, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Uganda’s Pearl Bank marks a year since rebranding, officials are confident that their new identity reflects the bank’s transformation into a digitally progressive, inclusive, and nationally grounded financial institution. “The rebranding also signifies the bank’s readiness to embrace the future with confidence, ensuring …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
