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Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | MTN Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of MTN Uganda, has partnered with Tunaweza Foundation to launch an inclusive technology hub for persons living with different abilities. The hub, equipped with 10 computers, free internet connection for a year, and backup computer power valued at …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The body of Esther Mulelenge who went missing two years ago in Njeru Municipality has been found in a septic tank. Mulelenge was staying with her spouse Ronald Kirya in a house which the latter had been entrusted by Lydia Nandutu to keep as she …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS), is ready to commence installation of digitalized number plates on private vehicles. ITMS  is a Russian company procured by government to install number plates. The company started with government public vehicles and motorcycles. Fixing the plates on private vehicles …

Buyende, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kyabazinga of Busoga, Gabula Nadiope IV has said that, unity and hardwork have been the foundation of his 10 year reign. The Kyabazinga was speaking at Bukungu Primary school, in Buyende district, where hundreds of his subjects joined him to celebrate 10 years on …

Buyende, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda joined the Kingdom of Busoga on Friday in celebrating the 10th coronation anniversary of His Royal Highness, Kyabazinga William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV. This significant occasion marked a decade of visionary leadership, unwavering commitment, and remarkable contributions toward the social and economic well-being …

KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The body of Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei who died after allegedly being set on fire by her ex-partner in neighbouring Kenya arrived in her rural hometown in eastern Uganda on Friday afternoon, a district official said. The casket containing the remains of Cheptegei wrapped in …

Agago, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Leaders and farmers in the Lango and Acholi sub-region want the Uganda Global Food Security Strategy plan to address prices of seeds and markets for agricultural produce. The U.S. government launched the strategy, a five-year plan which aims to end global hunger, and malnutrition …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Express FC has partnered strategically with SEMABET Uganda, a leading online gaming platform. SEMABET will become the club’s official kit sponsor for the 2024/25 Uganda Premier League season. The partnership is valued at up to Shs. 500,000,000, is a significant boost for EXPRESS FC, providing …

KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) on Thursday awarded 218 students from the oil-rich districts of Hoima and Kikuube in western Uganda. According to a statement issued by CNOOC Uganda Limited, the awards, held in collaboration with local education offices, aim to promote academic …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Huawei, a global information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices firm, has been awarded the prestigious Eastern Africa Cybersecurity Leadership and Innovation Award at the East Africa Internet Governance Forum (EAIGF). The event, held from September 11 – 12 at the Serena Hotel …