Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Diamond Trust Bank Uganda (DTB) has been honoured by Mastercard for recording the highest point-of-sale (POS) transaction volumes in Uganda’s banking sector, reaffirming its position as a front-runner in the country’s digital payments landscape. The recognition was presented during an official ceremony by Ali …
Read More »Why Housing Finance Bank Toto’s treasure is a hidden gem to the young savers
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a world that often feels uncertain, one of the most reassuring gifts we can offer the next generation is stability. Not just in words or wishes, but in action. Housing Finance Bank’s Toto’s Treasure Account is a beautiful reflection of that promise, an …
Read More »NRM tribunal closes hearing petitions
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Resistance Movement (NRM) elections tribunal has concluded the hearing of petitions of Members of Parliament arising from the July 17th party primaries. Addressing journalists in Kampala on Tuesday, the NRM Director for Legal Affairs Counsel Enoch Barata, confirmed that the tribunal will …
Read More »African Swine Fever disease slows down in Luwero
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The outbreak of African Swine Fever has slowed down in Luwero district, giving a sigh of relief to pig farmers and consumers. On July 18th, 2025, Dr. Anna Rose Ademun, the Commissioner in charge of Animal Health, imposed quarantine restrictions on Luwero town following …
Read More »Former Arsenal, Atletico Madrid midfielder Partey bailed on rape charges
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Former Arsenal and Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey was on Tuesday granted conditional bail after appearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London to face five cases of rape and one of sexual assault. Two of the rape cases are related to one woman and three …
Read More »Austria pumps shs6.7 billion into refugee support
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Uganda grapples with mounting humanitarian needs and shrinking resources, the Austrian government has stepped in with a lifeline by committing UGX 6.7 billion (USD 1.8 million) to support water, sanitation, and hygiene services in refugee-hosting districts. The funding comes at a critical time …
Read More »UPDF, SSPDF leaders hold talks amid border dispute
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Military chiefs from Uganda and South Sudan have held discussions following a deadly border dispute between the two countries, a Ugandan military spokesperson said Monday. Sam Okiding, Uganda’s deputy chief of defense forces, and Dau Aturjong Nyuol, chief of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces …
Read More »BrighterMonday Uganda champions women’s economic empowerment in Mbarara
Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | BrighterMonday Uganda, in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, hosted a key “Women in Work” event in Mbarara, marking a significant stride towards championing female employment and leadership in Uganda. The gathering attracted 211 ambitious participants, predominantly women, and served as a crucial platform to …
Read More »Health Ministry to install solar-powered cold chain fridges in health centers
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Health has started installation of solar–powered cold chain refrigerators, in a move that officials say will help save the millions of doses of vaccines that go to waste every year. While flagging off the equipment, Health Minister Dr Jane Ruth Aceng …
Read More »UNHCR seeks Austrian support to fund legal aid for refugees in Uganda
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is in talks with Austria to secure funding for legal aid services aimed at supporting refugees entangled in the justice system in Uganda. According to available data, over 5,156 refugees are currently incarcerated across various detention centers …
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