Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Encouraging girls to stay in school is one of the most effective ways of preventing teenage pregnancy, according to education and sexual and reproductive health experts.nThey argue that classrooms remain one of the strongest protective environments for adolescent girls. Eva Nakimuli, Programme Officer at …

 As international demand for birdwatching grows, Africa’s protected areas are gaining greater visibility among specialist travellers. A new global ranking highlights four parks whose rich birdlife is helping reshape the continent’s wildlife tourism market.   SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Four African protected areas have been ranked among the …

  Africa’s telecom industry is moving beyond connectivity, investing in intelligent infrastructure to power the continent’s digital economy.   SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | African telecom operators are increasingly deploying technologies that improve network efficiency, intelligence and performance rather than simply extending network reach. A rising demand for artificial …

  ATLANTA, United States | Xinhua | Thomas Tuchel said Argentina’s nothing-to-lose mentality after falling behind proved decisive as the reigning champion recovered from a goal down to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday. Anthony Gordon had given England the lead before Enzo Fernandez equalized in the 85th minute and Lautaro …

    Cross Examination of DNA Forensic Expert   SPECIAL REPORT | ANTHONY NATIF | As recorded in court, in the case Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and adapted from @TonyNatif on X. **** Yesterday, the state started cross-examining Mrs Katanga’s third expert witness, DW4. As we previously reported, she’s a British …

COMMENT | ANTHEA TURWOMWE | When Uganda’s minister of works and transport Fred Byamukama declared that it was “no more sleep” at the ministry, he was sending more than a political message. He was signalling a renewed commitment to accelerating infrastructure development, because every kilometre of road completed has the …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | For years, Uganda has quietly stood in the shadow of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. Travellers often rushed to Kenya for the Great Migration, Tanzania for the Serengeti, Botswana for luxury safaris, or South Africa for polished wildlife experiences. Yet, hidden in the center …

  Boda boda, bus, truck and taxi leaders to also support delivery of The Union products in new menstrual health campaign   Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s Union Transport Alliance (The Union) has been hailed for launching a campaign against ‘period poverty’ that will help address high countrywide …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  In a major push toward economic independence for displaced populations, Equity Bank Uganda has concluded an intensive financial literacy and enterprise development training program for 200 refugees. The comprehensive two-day workshop, hosted at the John Paul II Justice and Peace Centre in Nsambya July …

  SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Nigeria’s discovery of a major new critical minerals province reflects a broader shift as Africa’s leading oil producers invest in mining to diversify their resource economies. The strategy aims to reduce dependence on a single commodity by expanding exploration, attracting mining investment and building …