Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government of Uganda registered a lower-than-planned net borrowing (what it spent compared to what it borrowed) in the month of September, which also closed the first quarter of this financial year. This was mainly because of the slow implantation of government projects, as well as …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) continued its strong advocacy for responsible drinking at this year’s Bell ObaFest through activations and messaging on moderation, zero tolerance for drunk driving, and environmental sustainability through eco-friendly waste management. The festival, which lasted 3 days accumulated 2 tonnes of waste …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has awarded Susan Kyokusiima, a farmer and bar owner from Mitoma District, a grand prize of sh50 million after she emerged the overall winner of the Laga Swagga national-wide campaign. The campaign, which ran for 3 months, has seen thousands of …
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KAMPALA, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s quest for rural electrification through mini-grids requires effective public-private partnerships, industry experts and government officials agreed Thursday. At a high-level panel discussion, “Enhancing the Enabling Environment for Mini-Grid Development in Uganda,” speakers emphasized the importance of collaboration to overcome regulatory and financial challenges. …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The budget cuts in the Ministry of Teso Affairs have raised concern from the leaders in the sub-region. A report from Kenneth Obote Ongalo, the State Minister for Teso Affairs, indicates that the ministry’s budget has been reduced from sh4.3 billion to three …
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Court Nullifies Odongo Okune Election as Lango Paramount Chief Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | High Court in Lira has nullified the election of Eng. Dr. Moses Michael Odongo Okune as the Won- Nyaci me Lango (paramount chief) just a day to his coronation. In March, Denis Acila and Benjamin …
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INTERVIEW | THE INDEPENDENT | Over the last few months, there has been a process to rationalize government agencies and public expenditure. This process has generated a lot of controversy. The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries Maj. Gen. David Kasura-Kyomukama insists that much of the debate, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The International Crimes Division of the High Court has granted a sh2million cash bail to each of the 36 former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) members charged with terrorism. The group, comprising 33 men and three women, were arrested in Kisumu, Kenya, and extradited …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Blockchain Association of Uganda (BAU) is proud to announce the Kampala Blockchain Summit 2024, taking place on Friday, November 1st. Building upon the momentum established during the influential 2019 Africa Blockchain Conference, this year’s summit aims to accelerate the adoption of blockchain technology within …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The generosity of Ugandans towards those fleeing war and terror is unparalleled. This year alone Uganda has welcomed around 130,000 refugees. The increase in population increases the pressure on social services, infrastructure and natural resources. Recognising that protection of refugees is shared responsibility, Germany committed …
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