Amuru, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Horyal Investments Holding Co Ltd, the majority shareholder in the Atiak Sugar factory has criticized the Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) over its limited participation in the management of the joint venture. In 2018, the government through UDC invested $5.5 million in exchange for a …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ugandan national anthem was amended just two months after independence following a complaint from the Church that it was “Godless”. The anthem, a cherished symbol of national pride, is sung at official ceremonies, school parades, and other events across the country. Composed by …

  TODAY Uganda vs South Sudan – MANDELA STADIUM, NAMBOOLE 7pm Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The last time Uganda Cranes shared an AFCON qualifying group with South Sudan was during the 2021 AFCON qualifiers. The two teams split the six points between them, with Uganda winning their home …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | This year’s Customer Service Week that ends today, featured surprise activities by Equity Bank Senior Executive Management Team and Staff as well as special promotions, freebies, and unique deals for clients and customers. Equity Bank Uganda has from Monday engaged clients, customers, and staff in …

In 2023 Ugandans in the UAE remitted about 21% of total remittances from abroad (USD 300 million out of approximately USD 1.43 billion) Dubai, UAE | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Bank Uganda will this week visit, meet and interact with Ugandans living and working in the UAE to offer specialized …

  SPECIAL REPORT | ANTHONY NATIF | As recorded in court, in the case Uganda VD Molly Katanga and Others 8/October/2024 via @TonyNatif *** On Tuesday, the defense started cross examination of Naome Nyangweso, widow of celebrated Ugandan boxer, politician and sports administrator Maj. Gen. Francis Nyangweso. She’s a sister to the …

  SPECIAL FEATURE  | THE INDEPENDENT | Amos Wekesa, who has invested heavily in tourism, took to X yesterday, with a comment on why reports that Uganda Airlines has secured direct flights to the UK, could be a turning point for the sector. In his tweet, he said “we need …

Recommitment to Secure and Fortify Our Diversity as we reflect on our national identity COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | As Uganda marks 62 years of independence today, October 9, 2024, in Busia District, the theme “Recommitment to Secure and Fortify Our Diversity” offers a powerful lens through which we can …

  COMMENT | DAVID MUWONGE |  Just as blood donations can save a mother facing complications during childbirth, breast milk donations and ‘milk banks’ are more than able to do the same for a child. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways …

🟢Impeachment vote ✳ YES – 281 ✳ NO- 44 ✳ ABSTENTION – 1 Nairobi, Kenya | THE STAR |  At least 281 MPs on Tuesday voted to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Speaker Moses Wetangula called the vote after only 44 of the required 117 MPs voted to save the DP. …