Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the Uganda National Lottery marks its seven-month milestone, ITHUBA Uganda and the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) can reflect on a period of progress, learning, and collaboration. As of last week, ITHUBA Uganda has paid out over sh3.6 billion to more than 520,000 winners across various winning …
Read More »Persons living with HIV in Mbale seek inclusion in PWDs
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Persons Living with HIV in Mbale Seek Inclusion in Parishiving with HIV in Mbale District are calling for their inclusion in the ongoing implementation of the Parish Development Model (PDM) programme, citing challenges in accessing the funds meant to support income-generating activities. Speaking during …
Read More »Speed limit now 30km for Uganda’s urban areas
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | New Speed Limit Regulations that detail what “Urban Areas” are, will be disseminated this week and take immediate effect. The regulations see a reduction in speed limits in specific urban centres and subsequently an increase in the maximum penalties from sh200,000 to sh600,00 for any …
Read More »Ugandans fatigued with epidemics
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandans dismissing disease outbreak announcements as alarmist are fatigued with epidemics, Dr. Richard Kabanda, the Commissioner for Health Promotion and Education, has said. On January 30, 2025, the Ministry of Health announced an Ebola Sudan virus outbreak after a 32-year-old male nurse from Mulago National …
Read More »Canon Nsereko is 7th Bishop of West Buganda Diocese
A Short Tenure on the Horizon for new Bishop? Kitgum, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The House of Bishops of the Church of Uganda, sitting at Acaki Hotel in Kitgum Diocese on February 16, 2025, has elected Rev. Canon Gaster Nsereko as the 7th Bishop of West Buganda Diocese. The …
Read More »Police warn of new robbery trick targeting bank clients
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Police Force has issued a warning about a new modus operandi being used by criminals posing as bank customers to identify and track individuals withdrawing substantial amounts of cash. There has been a rise in robberies targeting bank clients who have withdrawn large …
Read More »Uganda Veterinary Association unveils legal advisor
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Veterinary Association (UVA) has unveiled a legal advisor as the new leadership under Dr Andrew Akashaba takes steps to raise the profile of the national body, and offer protection to its members. City lawyer Ambrose Kibuuka, introduced recently at the UVA offices in Wandegeya, …
Read More »IUIU Rector announces $1 million campaign
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) is embarking on an initiative to raise USD 1 million to empower teachers in Muslim-founded primary schools to obtain degrees by 2030. This ambitious campaign aims to meet the urgent need for teachers to obtain bachelor’s degrees, aligning with …
Read More »Marie Stopes launches FLAME Condoms, igniting conversations on pleasure and quality
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Marie Stopes Uganda, on February 14th , launched its new FLAME condom brand, aiming to ignite open conversations about sexual pleasure and address the critical issue of public trust in condom quality. This launch comes shortly after World Condom Day, where the Ministry of …
Read More »Local leaders raise concern over roadside food vending
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Authorities in Lira have raised concerns about the growing number of roadside food vendors as the trend continues to increase daily. Major streets in Lira City are now filled with vendors offering various snacks, such as chips, roasted and cooked chicken, chapatti, beans, and other …
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