Tag Archives: Uganda

From gorilla trails to global audiences, Dr Gladys Kalema Zikusoka’s voice brings Uganda’s conservation story closer to the world Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | For an audience united by a shared interest in biodiversity, wildlife and the environment, the launch of the audiobook version of “Walking with Gorillas” offered …

Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Jambojet will resume flights between Nairobi and Entebbe on October 1, 2026, ending a six- year absence from the Ugandan market as the regional low-cost carrier seeks to tap growing demand for air travel, tourism and cross-border trade. The airline announced the return on Thursday, …

  Lamwo, Uganda | NEWS ANALYSIS | In Apyeta Parish, Lamwo District, maize is still grown, but for 46-year-old farmer Kenneth Akena, it is no longer the only crop he depends on. After years of uncertain returns from maize farming, Akena has added something new to his 3-acre land in …

ANALYSIS | URN | Uganda’s candidate for United Nations Secretary-General, Ambassador Olara Otunnu, has called for sweeping reforms of the world body, stronger intervention in armed conflicts and greater efforts to ensure emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence benefit all of humanity. Otunnu made the case for his candidacy on …

  Uganda’s economic growth is real, but the poverty I have witnessed across the country demands that leaders look beyond the headline numbers.   COMMENT | JULIUS BUSINGE | “Give me Shs1,000 and I will buy salt; get me Shs500 and I will buy a drink; contribute some money for …

    Uganda Truck union leader Asadu Musisi Sentongo calls for EAC intervention   Juba, South Sudan | URN | Six Ugandan truck drivers are missing after armed men reportedly abducted them and seized their trucks in Bor Town, Jonglei State, South Sudan. The drivers were reportedly abducted between Tuesday …

    Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | First Lady Janet Museveni has today welcomed international evangelist Bishop Dr LaDonna C. Osborn at State House Entebbe. She is here for Pastor Patience Rwabwogo’s consecration as an Episcopal bishop on August 23. It is one of the first public appearances for the …

  The Ugandan who helped shape the UN’s succession game now wants to win it   Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | There is a delicious piece of irony in Olara Otunnu’s surprising bid to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations. The Ugandan diplomat is now preparing to campaign …

  Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Betika Uganda has announced a Shs100 million partnership with newly promoted Ntugasaze Football Club, backing the club’s historic debut in the Uganda Premier League during the 2026/27 season. The partnership, unveiled on August 19 at Kira Road Police Grounds, Ntugasaze’s home venue for …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | V&A Sherry has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s empowerment after hosting Mitchelle Daka, Uganda’s first-ever Miss Universe Uganda, at Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) headquarters in Luzira as she prepares to represent the country on the global stage. Daka, who was crowned on Aug. 1, …