COMMENT | RAJESH AGRAWAL | Uganda’s telecommunications sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements and evolving global trends. As the country gradually shifts away from traditional communication methods, there is an increasing demand for faster and more cost-effective communication channels. Today, the internet is at the …
Read More »Urban Canvasses depict Kampala’s visual culture
The exhibition prompts conversations around the city’s vibrant visual culture, social cultural realities of everyday life and the complex question on who owns the city. ARTS | Dominic Muwanguzi | Everyone in Kampala and its neighbourhood has at least interfaced with a poster, billboard, signage, banner or graffiti inscription. These images …
Read More »Otukei’s 70 leaves Uganda in contention on opening day of All-Africa Region IV event
Antananarivo, Madagascar | UGU MEDIA | Those who know him well say he is the next best thing in Ugandan golf. The teenager’s better years are well ahead of him, and yesterday at the Golf du Rova course in Antananarivo, Madagascar, the Lugazi youngster showed why. His round of …
Read More »Japan and East Africa: Partners across the Indian Ocean
East Africa’s external engagement has long been dominated by China and Europe. Japan offers a third option COMMENT | CHRISTOPHER BURKE | President Museveni’s recent comments on Uganda’s right to access the Indian Ocean underscore just how central the waterway is to East Africa’s economic and strategic future. The Indian Ocean …
Read More »Centenary Bank, Good Forests Foundation and Kasese District set to plant 5,000 Trees
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Centenary Bank, in partnership with the Good Forests Foundation and the Kasese District Local Government, on November 26th, launched a greening initiative aimed at growing 5,000 fruit and timber trees within the Kasese District. The initiative reinforces Centenary Bank’s deep-rooted commitment to sustainable …
Read More »Museveni promises loan scheme for large-scale farmers as Mbabazi endorses him for Presidency
Kanungu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has addressed a massive rally at Rwere Playground in Kanungu District, announcing a new loan scheme aimed at supporting large-scale farmers—especially those growing tea, coffee and cocoa. He said the initiative would provide funds for farmers to buy fertilizers and repay …
Read More »Uganda urged to accelerate blockchain reforms as Kenya sets regional benchmark
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Uganda’s ambition to position itself as a regional hub for virtual assets took center stage at the Blockchain summit as top regulators, industry leaders and innovators convened at the summit held at the Four Points Hotel in Kampala. The day-long meeting delivered the …
Read More »Solar-powered Vivo Energy Mawanda Road station now open
Vivo Energy expands Shell network to 195 Sites with launch of modern Mawanda road station Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda has marked a major milestone in its retail expansion with the commissioning of four new Shell service stations in 2025, bringing its nationwide network to over …
Read More »Will potential U.S. F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia blunt Israel’s military edge?
JERUSALEM | Xinhua | The U.S. government’s recent indication that it may approve an F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia could reshape key dynamics in the Middle East’s security landscape, with possible implications for Israel’s qualitative military edge in the region. So far, Israel remains the sole operator of F-35 jets …
Read More »Domestic Violence and the Law: The case of Molly Katanga and thousands of Ugandan Women
COMMENT | ANTHONY NATIF | November 25th to December 10th 2025 is a period earmarked for 16 days of activism worldwide against gender-based violence. Locally, the 16 days of activism are led by UN Women Uganda and are being held under the theme “UNiTE to end Digital Violence against All Women …
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