KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kabaka of Buganda, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, has directed his legal team to take action against the Minister of State for Lands, Dr. Sam Mayanja, over his alleged disregard of court rulings concerning the disputed Kaazi land, which is officially owned by the …
Read More »Life in Medieval Europe: Governance, culture, and belief
What happens when a continent is torn apart by a hundred years of war, while another flourishes with trade, innovation, and unity? COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | The medieval era offers a stark contrast between Europe, struggling with feudal conflicts and the devastating Hundred Years’ War, and Africa, where empires like …
Read More »Nnaabagereka Sylvia Nagginda graces closing ceremony of Ekisaakaate Gatonnya 2025
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nnabagereka of Buganda, Sylvia Nagginda has reiterated the importance of technology in the celebration and preservation of the kingdom’s cultural heritage. She was speaking the close of this year’s Ekisaakaate Kya Nnaabagereka, that has trained over 600 children aged 6-18 years, both boys and girls …
Read More »Muwanga Kivumbi appointed NUP Buganda Deputy President
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Butambala County Member of Parliament Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi has been appointed Deputy President of National Unity Platform-NUP Buganda Region. Kivumbi, who is also the Chairperson of the Buganda Parliamentary Caucus, replaces the Nyendo Mukungwe MP, Mathias Mpuuga, who was suspended by the Party over …
Read More »REPORT: Buganda region registers highest cases of child marriages
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The main Census findings have shown that the Buganda region has the highest cases of child marriages across the country raising concerns among local leaders. The Children (Amendment) Act 2016 emphasizes the right of every child to education and places responsibilities on parents and the …
Read More »CENSUS FINAL REPORT: Buganda region registers highest cases of child marriages
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The main Census findings, released on 31 December 2024, have shown that the Buganda region has the highest cases of child marriages across the country raising concerns among local leaders. The Children (Amendment) Act 2016 emphasizes the right of every child to education and …
Read More »Airtel and Buganda renew K2 connection deal
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda and Buganda Kingdom have renewed their telecom infrastructure sharing collaboration. The renewed commitment, will see Buganda Kingdom’s K2 Telecom continue accessibility through Airtel Uganda’s infrastructure. The renewal of the partnership has been seen as a reaffirmation and commitment to bridging digital divides and …
Read More »The Trump Election Effect on Buganda: “Nseenene,” seasons, and global connections
COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | In Buganda, a kingdom within Uganda, nseenene, the cherished green grasshoppers, are more than just a seasonal snack. With November’s rains heralding their arrival, these insects have become a symbol that bridges both local tradition and global celebrations, as their appearance coincides with the approach of …
Read More »NRM intensifies efforts to regain support in Buganda region
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party is intensifying its efforts to regain support in the Buganda Region after conceding significant ground to the opposition National Unity Platform. Following what were disappointing results in previous polls, NRM’s Vice Chairperson for Buganda Region Godfrey Kiwanda Ssubi on …
Read More »Will Buganda Kingdom ever reclaim its past glory?
The kingdom’s legacy continues to inspire pride among the Baganda, and its ability to adapt to modern challenges will determine its future. COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | The Buganda Kingdom, once a dominant force in pre-colonial East Africa, holds a unique place in Uganda’s history. Renowned for its centralised monarchy, …
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