Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Anita Rukundo Tayebwa, the newly appointed honorary consul of The Bahamas to Uganda, has pledged to strengthen links between the two countries’ tourism sectors to help Uganda benefit from The Bahamas’ experience. She made the remarks on Thursday evening after presenting her …
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10th PRAU Excellence Awards to Climax Four-Day Golden Jubilee Celebration Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) has launched its 50th Anniversary celebration roadmap and announced a four-day Golden Jubilee Summit scheduled for 20–23 October 2026 at the Source of the Nile Hotel …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda is stepping up efforts to bridge the gap between education and industry, with government urging manufacturers to play a greater role in training learners to meet the changing demands of the labour market. The push was highlighted at the launch of the …
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In this letter to the Finance Minister, Rwakakama outlines a third path between spending the reserves buffer and watching the shilling. COMMENT | MORRISON RWAKAKAMBA | Dear Henry Musasizi, Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. I write on the evening of our 64th Independence, as a citizen in the coffee …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandan manufacturer Movit Africa has been named Best Overall Exhibitor at the 32nd Uganda International Trade Fair, along with Best Sector Exhibitor – Cosmetics/Petrochemical Products, highlighting the growing role of local manufacturers in building competitive brands and expanding market opportunities. Organized by the …
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Terego, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The Protect SRHR consortium has held an annual intergenerational dialogue in Terego District to strengthen community action against teenage pregnancies, child marriage and teenage motherhood. The dialogue, held at Legu Grounds on 30 September 2026, brought together thousands of young people, parents, …
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Kasese, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Kinoni High School from Rwampara in Mbarara District are the surprise winners of the 4th edition of the Brave Girls tournament held at the weekend. A much-anticipated win for defending champions God Care Secondary School did not come to pass, as the well-coordinated girls’ team …
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Schools need to plan for the management of menstrual hygiene Kasese, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | More than 20 schools from the Rwenzori Region have joined Reach A Hand Africa and Enable to challenge menstrual stigma and promote better menstrual hygiene management among young people through the Undo …
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Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has called on the business community to embrace tax compliance, transparency and ethical practices, saying Uganda’s economic transformation depends on a strong and responsible private sector. Tayebwa made the remarks on Wednesday while speaking at the inaugural National Prayer …
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Dubai, UAE | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Airtel Africa has reiterated its commitment to delivering unmatched experience to its 183.5 million customers through continuous investment in its network, advanced technologies and strategic partnerships to further expand its coverage and capacity to drive digital and financial inclusion in the continent. Speaking …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
