KINSHASA, DRC | Xinhua | More than 200 people were killed on Tuesday in a mine collapse in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the DRC government said Wednesday. The incident occurred at the Rubaya mining sites, known for the coltan resources, in North Kivu province following “exceptionally heavy …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A new report from the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) shows that resource-rich countries can significantly boost public revenues and sustainable development through transparency and sound fiscal management. It notes that with shrinking aid, rising debt, and volatile commodity markets, strengthening domestic revenue mobilisation …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s legal fraternity is sharply divided over a proposal to appoint “mission-based judges” to help clear mounting case backlog, a debate that now cuts to the heart of constitutional interpretation and judicial independence. In a meeting with the Ministry of Finance officials this week, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Israeli Ambassador to Uganda, Gideon Behar, has blamed Iran for the ongoing war with his country, backed by the United States of America-USA. According to Behar, Iran abused the international community’s peaceful approaches, including channels at the United Nations, and ignored international calls to …
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Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chief Justice of Uganda, Dr. Flavian Zeija, has assured Ugandans that the judiciary will dispose of cases more efficiently and promptly, provided funding gaps are addressed and sufficient resources are allocated. Speaking in Soroti on Tuesday evening, Dr. Zeija addressed concerns about case backlogs, denied …
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Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | The Uganda Marketers Society (UMS) has set a demanding agenda for 2026, urging marketing, sales and brand professionals to reposition themselves as commercial leaders capable of delivering measurable business value in a tightening economic environment. The call was made during the first Ignite Session of the year, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The commissioning of Uganda’s first Islamic insurance firm, Tamini General Insurance, has marked a significant milestone in the country’s financial sector, introducing Sharia-compliant insurance services aimed at broadening financial inclusion. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni presided over the launch held at Millennium Park–Lugogo in Kampala …
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COMMENT | MICHAEL WAMBI | Medicinal plants rarely receive the same attention as iconic wildlife species. Yet they form part of the same ecosystems, and they are disappearing under pressure from overharvesting, habitat loss, and limited regulation. It is emerging that conversations about conservation should be extended beyond elephants and mountain gorillas …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Heads of State of the East African Community (EAC) are convening in Arusha this week for the 25th Ordinary Summit at a defining moment for one of Africa’s most ambitious regional blocs, a moment that will test whether rapid expansion can translate into deeper, …
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CAIRO, EGYPT | Xinhua | As U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran entered their fourth day, global reactions remained sharply divided, with some condemning the initial strikes, others criticizing Iran’s retaliatory actions, and many urging de-escalation. Here’s a quick look at the international responses: THOSE CRITICIZING U.S.-ISRAELI STRIKES: — Russia Russian Foreign …
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