COMMENT | DR PETER WANDWASI | As Uganda approaches the conclusion of another electoral cycle, the race for the Speaker of Parliament is evolving into more than just a contest for a legislative position; it is a crucial competition that could significantly influence the future of governance and democracy …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | CANAL+ and its subsidiary MultiChoice are marking International Women’s Month with a continent‑wide campaign celebrating the role of African women in storytelling, sport and public life. The companies said the campaign, titled “We are… because she is,” pays tribute to storytellers, athletes, mothers, creators, leaders …
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Consumer advocates say the changes are overdue given the rapid expansion of mobile internet and digital services across COMESA member states Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa has adopted its most far-reaching overhaul of competition and consumer protection rules in more than two …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has officially launched a new 10-litre bulk pack under its Rwenzori Pure Natural Mineral Water portfolio further expanding access to affordable, safe and trusted hydration for Ugandans. The new 10L pack provides a convenient middle ground between smaller take-home packs and …
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COMMENT | Xinhua | In charting its development blueprint for the next five years, China is positioning tech self-reliance as a strategic underpinning. This represents a necessary and astute choice for a manufacturing powerhouse seeking to secure sustained growth that powers a dynamic and inclusive global economy. Moving fast to …
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Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Cases of teenage pregnancies, child marriage, and school dropout in Arua City are rising due to inadequate knowledge on Sexual Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) and poor parental guidance, education, and health, stakeholders say. The stakeholders noted that many parents and guardians spend little time guiding …
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As Uganda accelerates its cashless ambitions, there is debate about whether it can truly leave cash behind Kampala, Uganda | IAN KATUSIIME | Uganda’s financial ecosystem has made a tremendous shift towards mobile money transactions — led by platforms like MTN Uganda and Airtel Uganda — which now move trillions …
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COMMENT | OBED K KATUREEBE | A few days ago, the Minister for the Presidency Milly Babalanda, issued a public statement warning Ugandans about extortionists who are exploiting innocent people by promising them appointments as Resident District Commissioners (RDCs). In one such case, Juliet Nganda from Bweyogerere was arrested after …
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BEIJING | Xinhua | As China’s annual “two sessions” get underway, “new quality productive forces,” a signature concept proposed by President Xi Jinping, has emerged as a key theme set to shape the nation’s future economic development. While taking part in a deliberation with his fellow deputies from the Jiangsu …
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Kawempe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As part of its sustainability agenda and continued commitment to community development, Housing Finance Bank commissioned a water harvesting and preservation system at Maganjo UMEA Primary School in Kawempe. The initiative demonstrates the Bank’s dedication to creating sustainable impact while improving access to clean …
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