From coffee beans to billion-dollar dreams, Tugume is brewing a revolution in Uganda’s highlands—one innovation at a time Ntungamo, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | In the rolling hills of Rwashemire, Ntungamo district, a bold business dream is taking shape—one that promises to redefine Uganda’s coffee economy and transform its role …
Read More »Police investigate drowning of Seeta High student
Mukono, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | Mukono police are investigating the death of a Seeta High School student who allegedly drowned at the school’s Mbalala Campus under unclear circumstances. The school had remained silent for nearly 24 hours, fuelling fear and speculation in the community. On Monday morning, rumours of …
Read More »Abiria shines in NCBA Golf Series in Jinja
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | James Abiria won himself a fully paid trip to Muthiaga Golf Club in Nairobi for the Grand Finale of the NCBA Golf Series by coming top in the Jinja leg of the competition at the weekend with 43 points. Oyom Vicky (Ladies, 39 pts) and …
Read More »MEST Africa Challenge 2025: Absa and Meltwater Entrepreneurial School champion tech innovation
Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa has partnered with the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) for the MEST Africa Challenge 2025. The partnership aims to champion African tech entrepreneurs striving to deliver technology-driven solutions for an evolving continent. The MEST Africa Challenge (MAC) is a renowned …
Read More »South Africa strengthens security at ports of entry
JOHANNESBURG | Xinhua | South Africa is enhancing security at ports of entry by introducing measures such as the use of drones and traceable stamps, an official from the Border Management Authority (BMA) said on Sunday. Michael Masiapato, commissioner of the BMA, made the remarks while briefing the media about …
Read More »Luwero cries foul over state of roads, equipment shortage
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Road construction in Luwero District has been severely hampered by inadequate equipment, leaving residents grappling with impassable roads and rising concerns ahead of the rainy season. In 2015, the government donated road maintenance equipment to Luwero District as part of a broader plan to reduce …
Read More »Jinja City to expand toilet facilities at the Source of the Nile
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Jinja City authorities have finalized plans to expand sanitary facilities at the Source of the River Nile tourist site in response to growing concerns from tour operators over the site’s limited toilet infrastructure. Currently, the iconic site hosts only four public toilets shared between male …
Read More »Flair as Tanqueray crowns Kampala style and fashion brunch return
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It was a dazzling display of flashing lights and stunning looks at Noni Vie on Sunday as the Kampala Style and Fashion Brunch made a triumphant return to the social scene. This edition, themed “Soft Life, Hard Truth,” had Tanqueray stepping in to infuse …
Read More »Rise n Brunch summer chic edition toasts to good music with Tanqueray
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It was showtime last Sunday at the Tanqueray summer chic edition of Rise and Brunch- an RnB diehard celebration of great food matched with refreshing bottomless Tanqueray cocktails. The Mestil hotel gardens morphed into a bright and zesty Tanqueray experience with guests indulging in …
Read More »Judicial Institute: 99% of civil cases can be resolved through mediation
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Up to 99 percent of civil cases can be settled through mediation either in or out of court, according to Andrew Khaukha, the Executive Director of the Judicial Training Institute. He says resolving disputes through mediation is an effective strategy to reduce the backlog …
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