Participation is secured, but profitability and prudence remain under scrutiny Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | For more than 50 years, Uganda depended on its eastern neighbour, Kenya, to transport the fuel that powers its economy, but had little influence over the infrastructure and pricing decisions shaping that supply. That dynamic …
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Institutional vs Community Clubs, Magogo Right this time! COMMENT | ALI SSEKATAWA | Football in Uganda naturally attracts passionate and organic support. Despite this deep connection with fans, the game has been struggling for nearly two decades as match attendance continues to dwindle, especially in the Uganda Premier League and the Big …
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How the current conflict in the Middle East is reordering the world and may risk a dangerous escalation THE LAST WORD | ANDREW M. MWENDA | The joint USA-Israel attack on Iran has set the Middle East on fire and risks a global conflict of unimaginable proportions. It is …
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Despite laws in place, predictable emergencies are still being exploited, revealing gaps in planning and accountability Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | In Uganda, disasters ranging from seasonal floods, landslides, to public health emergencies—rarely spare ordinary citizens. Families displaced by floods can spend weeks in makeshift shelters, while overstretched health facilities …
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ENTERTAINMENT | THE INDEPENDENT | One simply must whisper about the evening that has set Kampala society abuzz. A soirée of such elegance that drew the ladies of the ton to the house of Cleave, inspired by the distinguished Tanqueray touch. The rooftop at the Cleave residence was a vision …
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ENTERTAINMENT | THE INDEPENDENT | If you felt the energy shift this weekend, it was probably Smirnoff Fiesta making its 2026 comeback and Mukono was the first to catch the vibe. The party series returned in full force at 1962 Lounge, proving once again why Smirnoff remains one of the …
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The winning school received Shs 20 million in business capital, Shs 5 million in school support, two laptops, and a teacher’s award of Shs 2 million Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Stanbic Bank Uganda has flown the winners of its 2025 National Schools Championship (NSC) to South Africa, offering …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 2026 iKON Awards will officially take place on Saturday, August 15, with increased participation from international filmmakers across Africa. iKON Awards, the Grand Stage of African Cinema, will also return to the Serena Hotel, Kampala, and will be broadcast live across major media …
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Entebbe, Uganda | PHILLIP CORRY | Mercy Nyanchama claimed the MTN Entebbe Ladies Open at Entebbe Club on Saturday evening, dedicating her win to her mother, who passed on just before the Kenyan ace teed off for the tournament. The Njoro Golf Club member and reigning Uganda Ladies Open champion …
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Chinese humanoid robot company Unitree Robotics and watched boxing and martial arts performances of robots HANGZHOU | Xinhua | German Chancellor Friedrich Merz took the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class for a test ride in Beijing on Thursday morning, experiencing the intelligent assisted driving system during his …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
