SOROTI, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Soroti Diocese Bishop, Kosea Odongo, has joined his counterparts from the Soroti Catholic Diocese to express their deep sorrow over the passing of Pope Francis. Bishop Odongo extended his heartfelt condolences, stating, “I want to join my brothers in the Catholic Church to …

BUGIRI, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Through its MTN Foundation, MTN Uganda commissioned a fully equipped computer lab at Town View PEAS High School in Bugiri District as part of a broader Shs285 million initiative to enhance digital access for students across Uganda. The new facility includes 30 computers, free …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that markets and distributes Shell products across the country, on Saturday, rewarded 30 lucky winners during the second weekly draw of its ongoing Shell FuelSave Diesel ‘Omunene W’ekkubo’ campaign. The event took place at Shell Kawempe Service Station, celebrating …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has appointed Brigadier General Alex Opolot Olupot the new Commandant of the National Defence College Uganda (NDC-U) in Jinja. Brig Gen Olupot previously served as commandant of the Joint Staff Training and Doctrine, and now …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has ramped up its efforts to improve water efficiency at its Rwenzori and Namanve plants by introducing innovative measures designed to reduce water usage. Muminu Kirunda, the Manufacturing Development Specialist at CCBU, explains the company’s approach: “Water is essential to …

VATICAN, ROME | TASS | Pope Francis’ coffin will be taken to St. Peter’s Basilica on April 23 for the faithful to pay their final respects, the Holy See press service said. The coffin will be carried across St. Peter’s Square from the Casa Santa Marta residence outside the Vatican’s …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | For Joseph Beyanga, better known as Joe Walker, road safety is not a mere campaign, but a personal mission driven by a deep concern for the thousands of lives lost on Uganda’s roads every year. What began as a bold idea to raise awareness …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | After miles of endurance, countless conversations, and firm determination, Joe Walker has completed yet another powerful road safety walk. His journey, supported by Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), may have ended, but the mission to make Uganda’s roads safer is far from over. Every year, …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | MultiChoice Uganda has launched a new flexible subscription model that allows DStv and GOtv users to access their favorite entertainment for just seven days, in a campaign dubbed Ka Weekie. The initiative is designed to give customers more affordable and convenient options in line …

Katakwi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the 2026 election approaches, the people of Toroma County are calling on the NRM government to act in the best interests of the residents by establishing Toroma District as a new administrative unit. They believe this move will enable them to access services …