Fort Portal, Uganda | URN |  The mother of Tooro King-designate Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I was on Sunday evening warmly received at Karuziika Palace in Fort Portal City, where she will temporarily reside ahead of her son’s coronation on Tuesday. Yusta Asiimwe Kijanangoma Amooti arrived at the palace in a …

  Abim, Uganda | URN | A Sunday church service at All Saints Church of Uganda in Abim Town Council, Abim District, was thrown into chaos after a disagreement between a reverend and a local council chairperson turned physical. The incident happened at around 9:00 am when Innocent Oyo, the LC2 …

  COMMENT | GLORIA SEBIKARI | As Uganda races toward First Oil, it is essential that the country keeps one eye on current developments and another firmly fixed on the future. While the Tilenga, Kingfisher, East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), and Refinery projects are progressing, Uganda must fast-track new oil …

    SPECIAL FEATURE | THE INDEPENDENT | For a teacher putting aside part of a monthly salary, a young professional making the first serious savings of their career, a couple building a business or a group of friends contributing to an investment club, wealth can feel like something that …

  Kampala, Uganda | URN | Details have emerged of how human rights activist and lawyer Aloikin Praise Opoloje was reportedly taken by force to a yet unknown detention centre from Namungoona Police Station after she was summoned over a carpet theft complaint. Opoloje, a member of Agora Discourse, had gone …

BELGRADE | Xinhua |  Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic signed and submitted his resignation on Sunday, stepping down as president. “I am now signing the text that reads as follows: ‘Pursuant to Article 116, paragraph 5 of the Constitution of the Republic of Serbia, I submit my resignation from the office …

    The pension fund has declared an interest rate of 22.53 percent for the financial year 2025/26, translating into Sh5.44 trillion   Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Uganda’s biggest pool of long-term domestic savings has delivered its strongest return yet, putting the National Social Security Fund at the …

London, UK | AGENCIES | The Manchester City empire, constructed over nearly two decades of absolute footballing brilliance, faces a historic reckoning that could dismantle its legacy. For years, the club operated as an unstoppable juggernaut, capturing numerous Premier League titles and an elusive Champions League trophy. However, beneath the …

  KAMPALA | Xinhua |  The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has parted ways with national women’s team head coach Sheryl Ulanda Botes after deciding not to renew her contract. “Crested Cranes head coach Sheryl Ulanda Botes and the Federation of Uganda Football Associations have mutually agreed not to …

  Kabalega Airport Handles Libya Team As First AFCON Traffic   Hoima, Uganda | URN | Kabalega International Airport in Hoima District has handled its first known passenger traffic linked to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, as the country steps up preparations to host the continental tournament. An Eagle …