Without comprehensive reform of the global financial system, Africa’s development and Europe’s stability will face growing risks COMMENT | Nana Akufo-Addo & Ulrich Volz | On November 24-25, African and European leaders met in Luanda, Angola, for the European Union-African Union summit. Marking 25 years of EU-AU partnership, the gathering was not …

Despite localized disruptions, global airlines were moving quickly toward stabilization by Saturday, with most affected aircraft already cleared to return to service. PARIS | Xinhua |  Global airlines have rushed to implement an urgent software fix for A320-family aircraft after Airbus issued a safety alert on Friday, initially raising concerns …

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COMMENT | Sir Jude Mike Mudoma |  It is important to build a strong relationship between our communities and the law. As cultural leaders in this country, we have a critical role to play in promoting respect for the law and encouraging our communities to do the same. Our cultural …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  If there was ever a doubt that the Ugandan music scene is undergoing a renaissance, Saturday night at the Ndere Cultural Centre put it to rest. In a collision of culture, high-energy Afro-pop, and refreshing innovation, Joshua Baraka’s maiden concert, “B’raka Land,”  set a new …

HONG KONG | TASS | Rescuers have discovered 18 more bodies at the site of a major fire in Hong Kong, bringing the death toll to 146, the South China Morning Post newspaper reported, citing a police spokesperson. The blaze at the Wang Fuk Court apartment complex, a development of …

Antananarivo, Madagascar | THE INDEPENDENT | A dramatic final day at the All-Africa Region IV Championship had Kenya brushing off a late charge from Uganda to retain their title by just 2 shots. Kenya found themselves having to rely on their final day’s best score of 70 from third-ranked Michael Karanya to …

New  Delhi, India | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda and India have held celebrations to mark 60 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The event , held on 29th November 2025, took place alongside celebrations to mark Uganda’s 63rd Independence Day. The event featured cultural presentations, raffle …

Guarding Votes Might Be Tricky on Voting Day COMMENT | OBED K KATUREEBE | As the country prepares for general elections on January 15, 2026, some political actors are not only urging their supporters to come out in big numbers and cast their vote but are also asking supporters to guard …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Police Force will start enforcing a new 90 km/h limit on highways as soon as appropriate signage is put in place by the Ministry of Works and Transport. The recently unveiled fresh guidance on speed limits across the country is part of a renewed effort …