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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has issued a production warrant directing the officer in Charge of Kitalya, Luzira, Kigo and Nakasongola prisons to produce lawyer Eron Kiiza before Court next week  for hearing of his bail application. According to the order signed by the …

ARUA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Col. David Byaruhanga, the Commander of 409 Brigade at Bondo Barracks in Arua District is dead. The 3rd Division Commander, Brig. Gen. Wilberforce Sserunkuma confirmed his death. Although the details of his demise are still scanty, information obtained indicates that Col. Byaruhanga died on Friday …

45,200 students and 1,820 teachers reached KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda and UNICEF Uganda on March 19 connected the 130th School to fast internet in their digital learning partnership to reach 200,000 in-school and out-of-school learners across Uganda. The announcement was made during the 2nd commemoration of …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | In a market increasingly focused on fuel efficiency and affordability, Suzuki is making a significant impact in Uganda, offering vehicles that combine performance, technology, and style. The Suzuki Grand Vitara Hybrid, available through CFAO Mobility, the brand’s official distributor, is leading this charge. “Suzuki …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Tech enthusiasts and industry leaders gathered at Arena Mall for the highly anticipated launch of TECNO Mobile’s Camon 40 series. This latest innovation sets a new benchmark for smartphone photography and AI, featuring a cutting-edge camera, water resistance, and intelligent features designed to elevate …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister Norbert Mao has criticized the Electoral Commission for its weakness over failure to take charge of the recent Kawempe by-election, which was marred by violence. Speaking at the Uganda Law Society during a weekly press conference, Minister Mao condemned …

Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has commenced the distribution of the last batch of iron sheets to the reformed Karamojong warriors. Last week, the office of the Prime Minister delivered over 100,000 iron sheets to all the districts in the Karamoja sub-region as part of the token …

KAMPALA, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | James Churchill Ssentamu has been sworn in as the 91st Guild President of Makerere University.  Ssentamu defeated NRM’s John Bosco Rukundo and Ismaili Basalirwa who was the flagbearer of the National Unity Platform (NUP) party. Ssentamu who is a nephew of NUP leader Robert …

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Kigali, Rwanda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has called on African militaries to address obstacles hindering military cooperation, emphasizing its critical role in fostering regional stability and continental unity. Speaking during a lecture to senior …