Ruto says his new broad-based government to eliminate wastage, fight corruption and cut the national debt. Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT & XINHUA  | Embattled Kenyan President William Ruto has announced new measures and ammendments to anti-corruption laws following recent protests by Kenyan youth. He has also nominated 10 names  to …

Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, Rwanda, Morocco and Tanzania are all seeking to join South Africa, currently the only country with nuclear power plant on the continent, in the production of this low carbon electricity. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | The United States and Russia are looking to increase …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a significant reshuffle, the Government Chief Whip, Denis Hamson Obua, announced the designation of new leaders and members to the sectoral committees of Parliament in accordance with rules 187 and 188 of the Rules of Procedure. This move, aimed at enhancing the efficiency …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa had a difficult TIME controlling the House as it returned from recess on Tuesday. Amidst the “walk to Parliament” in Kampala, the leader of the Opposition, Joel Senyonyi openly accused the administration of double standards when dealing …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nakawa and Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court had a busy Tuesday evening as suspects arrested during the “Walk to Parliament” demonstrations were arraigned before the courts More than 50 people were remanded to Luzira prison on charges arising from their alleged involvement in the …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Bank Uganda has partnered with KPMG and the Nation Media Group as the main sponsor of Uganda’s Top 100 Mid-Sized Companies survey and awards. Top 100 mid sized companies is a survey based campaign that has been ongoing for the past few years. …

               Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Uganda Development Bank Ltd (UDB), the country’s national Development Finance Institution and the Best Bank in East Africa 2024, has today announced its 2023 annual performance, highlighting its continued role in fostering economic resilience and sustainable growth across key sectors of the economy. In …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Forty of the best university students in Uganda are set to start a six-month incubation program to enhance their technology, innovation and managment skills courtesy of Equity Bank Uganda. The students are set to embark on transformative training and mentorship at the newly launched Equity …

WASHINGTON | Xinhua |  U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned on Tuesday after widespread outrage over the agency’s failure to prevent the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. She earlier acknowledged it was “the most significant operational failure at the …

Young, tech-savvy individuals are at forefront of local and international projects COMMENT | RONNY KAHUMA | The graphic design industry in Uganda is experiencing a vibrant transformation, evolving from a niche profession into a vital component of the nation’s creative economy. A growing appreciation for visual aesthetics and the increasing …