Kampala, Uganda | ISAAC KHISA | Ugandan’s are now embracing use of loans to acquire cars of their choice as they strive for a convenient transport means. Faith Margaret Naikayu, the Commercial Manager at Autochek Uganda, a digital car financing marketplace in an interview spoke about the new trends in car …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Buying a car can be a stressful experience. With so many options to choose from, it is hard to know the best choice based on tastes and preferences. Fortunately, intensive research can eliminate stress and save the buyer money in the long run. Gasta Kevin …
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Why 78% of Ugandans say they would not feel safe in a car driven without a human at the steering wheel SPECIAL REPORT | Ronald Musoke | Stephen, a 30 year-old bodaboda or motorcycle taxi rider in Kampala says he cannot allow to be driven in a car that is not …
Read More »UN strongly condemns airfield attack in Central African Republic
Windhoek, Namibia | THE INDEPENDENT | The United Nations (UN) on Saturday strongly condemned an attack on an airfield in southeastern Central African Republic (CAR) which left a Moroccan peacekeeper dead. The attack against UN peacekeepers at the Obo airfield on Thursday happened during a UN-led operation to secure the perimeter …
Read More »Why one should consider a hybrid car as the world transitions into clean energy
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Hybrid cars are increasingly becoming popular due to the skyrocketing fuel prices and the global shift towards electric mobility. A lot of Ugandans on the contrary shy away from purchasing hybrid cars due to myths such as high maintenance aside from the purchase price. Due …
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SPECIAL FEATURE | The idea of having fun on a road trip starts with you planning and organizing, some travelers wish or dream to drive across the most prominent national parks of Africa for game drive activities, boat cruises and bird watching. It’s full of joy the moment you get …
Read More »Jinja Shooting: Police recovers stolen vehicle
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kiira region police have recovered a Toyota Wish vehicle that was stolen from two gunshot victims on Friday evening. Unknown assailants driving in a numberless commuter taxi gunned down Juliet Mirembe and Sadam Waiswa and made off with their vehicle Toyota Wish registration number; …
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The life and work of the former Deputy Inspector General of Police who made a lasting contribution to Uganda THE LAST WORD | ANDREW M. MWENDA | On the morning of Saturday August 21, I was driving to Fort Portal but got a puncture 20km before Mityana. While trying to …
Read More »Kyagulanyi loses bid to block URA from re-assessing vehicle
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kyadondo East Member of Parliament Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu has lost his bid to block Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) from recalling his vehicle for a reassessment. His application was dismissed on Tuesday by the Deputy Head of High Court Civil Division Judge Emmanuel Baguma. …
Read More »IGG: Kyagulanyi must declare bulletproof car by March 31
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Inspectorate of Government is waiting for National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi to update the anti-corruption body on his wealth since information circulated that he had got a donation of an armored (bullet-proof) car. The Leadership Code Act 2002 of Uganda, compels all …
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