Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Glovo Uganda, a leading on-demand delivery platform, has appointed Ivy Maingi as its new General Manager. Maingi brings a wealth of experience in marketing, management, and the technology sector to the role. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication and Media Studies, Maingi …
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Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A section of farmers in Lotisan sub-county, Moroto district have expressed concern about the sorghum seeds supplied by the Welthunger Hilfe organization. The farmers claim that they were given seeds in March to plant during the rainy season and it took three months to get …
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Kisoro, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a bold move signaling a new chapter for Kisoro District, youthful city real estate mogul and businesswoman Fancy Nirere has declared her candidacy to replace the late State Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs Sarah Nyirabashitsi Mateke, in the forthcoming Kisoro Woman Member …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | GardaWorld Security (“GardaWorld”), a global champion in security services, integrated risk management, and cash solutions, announced the rebranding of its Ugandan operations from KK Security to GardaWorld Security on August 1, 2024. On Wednesday 18th September 2024, the company hosted clients, partners, and employees for …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Court of Appeal is set to hold its first-ever upcountry Civil Appeals and Applications session in Gulu. The session, scheduled from September 25 to September 27, 2024, will hear 22 civil appeals and applications. Presiding over the session will be Justices Fredrick Martin Stephen …
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Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | There is heavy deployment of both Anti-riot police and the military in Hoima City ahead of a planned demonstration against Andrew Byakutaga, the Prime Minister of the Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom, who has refused to vacate office. Security personnel are visibly stationed at the Bunyoro Kitara …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has raised alarm over the sluggish judicial proceedings concerning exam malpractice, which they believe hampers the effective enforcement of the newly amended laws aimed at eradicating this issue in schools. Dan Odongo, UNEB’s Executive Director, stressed the importance of timely …
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Paris, France | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda has made a remarkable appearance at the International and French Travel Market (IFTM) in Paris running from September 17th to 19th, 2024, at Porte de Versailles, Hall 1, and Stand U084. The Uganda Embassy in Paris, alongside key industry players such as Gorilla Tours …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Education has issued a nationwide alert to schools in response to the confirmed Mpox cases in Uganda. In light of this health crisis, schools are being urged to prioritize the safety of both students and staff. Ismael Mulindwa, the Director in charge …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Under-20 team, the Hippos, commenced their preparations for the CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers of the Total Energies 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The qualifiers will take place from October 6th to 20th, 2024, in Tanzania with the two finalists securing spots …
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