Why the Jewish state will never leave at peace unless it frees itself from its racial and religious bigotry THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | For the last week, Israel and Iran have been exchanging heavy blows. I had expected Israel to beat Iran badly, decisively, and quickly. From a strategic …

  Buvuma, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for a more regulated and sustainable approach to fishing. Speaking in the Buvuma district on his Parish Development tours in the greater Mukono area, Museveni said the government had to come in to regulate fishing because of …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Pilsner King, the latest innovation under the iconic Pilsner trademark, has this week announced a sponsorship package worth over sh285 million for the 21st edition of the prestigious Masaza Football Tournament 2025. The Masaza Cup continues to be a cornerstone of Uganda’s sporting …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It was an electrifying moment for Uganda today when Kiira Motors Corporation handed over a Kayoola EVS 2025 unit to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) at the grand closing ceremony of the National Science Week 2025 in Kololo. Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa was …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Tororo District Woman MP, Sarah Opendi, has renewed her call for the creation of a publicly accessible national sex offenders register, urging government agencies, civil society organizations, and members of the public to support the initiative. Opendi said that the creation of such a …

  Uganda’s Rugunda calls for dialogue that is clear, inclusive, and solution-oriented to help address the pressing challenges facing African legislators. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Africa Regional Conference on Parliament and Legislation (AfriPal) has been established to bridge the gap between parliamentary practice and academic research in …

  ST. PETERSBURG | TASS | Media reports of the US potentially using tactical nuclear weapons against Iran are nothing but speculations, while such a move would lead to catastrophic consequences, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told TASS. Fox News reporter Jacqui Heinrich said earlier that Washington did not rule out …

Renowned entrepreneur, cancer survivor, and author was a beacon of hope, courage OBITUARY | BY AGNES E. NANTABA | There are souls who pass through this world like gentle comets: quiet, radiant, and unforgettable. Rusia Orikiriza was one of those rare souls. Though not born into grandeur, she moved with …

Equity Bank Uganda Named Main Partner for African Nations Cup UK 2025 London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | The African Nations Cup UK (ANCUK) 2025, a premier event that celebrates African heritage, unity, and talent through the power of football and culture, kicks off this weekend in London. Equity Bank …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Court of Appeal has upheld the 14-year jail term handed to Godfrey Wamala alias Troy for his role in the death of musician Moses Ssekibogo, commonly known as Mowzey Radio. The Court of Appeal on Friday, in a decision by three Justices, Christopher …