Jajja Kasozi Batuuka Calls for Cultural Respect and Protection of the Dead Amid Paul Kafeero DNA Debate Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Ugandan cultural artist, traditional healer, and cultural leader Jajja Kasozi Batuuka has spoken out on the ongoing debate surrounding the remains of legendary Ugandan musician …
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ATHENS | Xinhua | The Second World Conference of Classics attracted more than 200 participants in Athens on Tuesday, with discussions focused on issues related to classical civilizations and promoting academic exchanges and consensus-building in global classical studies. The two-day conference, themed “Dialogue Between Ancient and Modern: Contemporary Inspiration from …
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The exhibition Tales of Kush offers an exploration of the artists’ artistic superiority and an impertinent plea for artists to use their art to connect with their cultural heritage ARTS | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | Everywhere Sudanese artists have exhibited, they have caused a storm of excitement, respect and …
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Kampala Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Uganda Baati Limited, a member of the Safal Group through its foundation arm, Safal Uganda Baati Foundation, has officially launched the 2026 edition of Safal Eye in the Wild Competition to leverage art for conservation while funding education across East Africa. The launch was graced …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | Former Leone Island and Firebase Crew music artist David Sifaayo, popularly known as Master Parrot, has died in a road crash along the Northern Bypass in Kampala. The artist reportedly died on Monday night after being struck by a speeding vehicle while attempting to cross the road …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The iKON Awards, in partnership with the Producers Guild of Uganda, recently held the iKON Experience at the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) at Speke Resort Munyonyo, bringing together filmmakers, policymakers, tourism leaders, and investors to explore the growing intersection between film, tourism, and …
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Prof Mamdani Reassesses Amin, Accuses Museveni of Dividing Uganda Kampala, Uganda | URN | Renowned scholar Professor Mahmood Mamdani has defended part of former president Idi Amin’s political legacy while sharply criticising President Yoweri Museveni. He accuses President Museveni of transforming Uganda into a fragmented and militarised …
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The couple’s production company Archewell is developing a feature film for Netflix based on the book No Way Out by Major Adam Jowet New York, US | BBC | The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are to make a film based on a true story of British troops under siege …
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Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT | The Unforgivable, an advocacy film by Reach A Hand Africa that highlights men’s involvement in family planning, has earned six nominations in various categories at the Uganda Film Festival, 2026. Produced by Reach A Hand Africa Chief Executive Officer Humphrey Nabimanya, the film is part of …
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Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Reach A Hand Uganda has launched “You Can Dance”, a new initiative aimed at using dance to address some of the most pressing issues affecting adolescents. The launch took place at Reach A Hand Uganda Headquarters in Lungajja on 9th May 2026. Through creative …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
