Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Huawei, a global information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices firm, has been awarded the prestigious Eastern Africa Cybersecurity Leadership and Innovation Award at the East Africa Internet Governance Forum (EAIGF). The event, held from September 11 – 12 at the Serena Hotel …
Read More »Ntungamo DEO calls for defined roles for foundation bodies in grant-aided school
Ntungamo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Fred Bahati, the Acting Ntungamo District Education Officer, has urged the establishment of clearly defined roles for foundation bodies in grant-aided schools to mitigate ongoing conflicts. Bahati said that currently there is an ambiguity in the roles of these bodies that often leads to …
Read More »Charcoal ban in northern Uganda
Enforcers should adhere to just energy transition principles that necessitate a manner that is both fair and inclusive COMMENT | WALTER AKENA | In May 2023, the President issued Executive Order No. 3 banning large-scale commercial charcoal production and trade in Northern Uganda. This directive aimed to curb the rampant deforestation …
Read More »Govt has legal duty to regulate school fees
We know Ministry of Education officials own private schools in direct conflict of interest and failure to reign in fees COMMENT | MICHAEL ABONEKA | Education is a right. Everyone has a right to Education according to Article 30 of our Constitution. The government of Uganda has an obligation under Articles …
Read More »Arteta extends contract as Arsenal coach
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has signed a contract extension, the club confirmed on Thursday. Arteta has signed what Arsenal described as a “long-term” contract but it is thought to be until the end of June 2027. His previous contract was due to expire at the …
Read More »Airtel money, Letshego expand micro credit with letsGo pesa
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Money and Letshego Uganda have today (Sept.12) announced the expansion of the country’s credit portfolio today with LetsGo Pesa, an innovative mobile loan service designed to offer financial solutions to Ugandans needing quick and convenient access to funds. This new service is launched in …
Read More »Tecno renews deal with UNHCR to support education of young African refugees
NAIROBI, Kenya | Xinhua | Chinese smartphone brand Tecno on Tuesday announced the renewal of a partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to enhance access to quality education among young refugees in Africa. Tecno said its support through the primary education program will benefit more than …
Read More »KITEEZI TRAGEDY: Education for displaced learners uncertain
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Learners displaced by the Kiteezi landfill tragedy face uncertainty as the new school term approaches. For many, the term begins on Monday, though some private schools started the third term this week. Many displaced students and their parents remain stranded, uncertain about how they …
Read More »Security heightened in Teso
Kumi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Security has been heightened in the Teso sub-region. This follows the emergence of gangs who are terrorizing residents. In Soroti, the group has been named Owok-wok (shake-shake). It is reported that members of the gang beat, rob and ensure that the victim has nothing left …
Read More »Artists reflect Gen Z hopes and frustrations in exhibition
In the Absence is made up of installations. ART | ANNE MWITI | As young protesters in Kenya took to the streets in June to demand the government account for its spending of taxpayers’ money, the Wajukuu Art Project was opening a new exhibition in Nairobi. Visitors to In the Absence …
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