Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Medical Research Council of Uganda/ Uganda Virus Research Institute has secured state-of-the-art solar equipment valued at about 11.5 billion Shillings thanks to the Medical Research Council of the UK and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. The equipment harvests solar energy during …
Read More »BOOK REVIEW: We all have regrets
Do you employ a “no regrets” philosophy in life? If so, you might want to rethink your strategy. It might even be hampering your decision-making and overall life satisfaction. BOOK REVIEW | DANIEL H. PINK | In Daniel H. Pink’s latest best-selling book, `The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves …
Read More »Brig Kaija appointed as new Operation Wealth Creation chief staff officer
Transfers are healthy for the good performance of the organization Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Brig James Kaija has been appointed the new Chief Staff Officer of Operation Wealth Creation. Brig Kaija, who has been serving as UPDF Defence Attaché to the United Kingdom, takes over office from Brig Akiiki …
Read More »UNEB adjusts dates for one-off UCE exams under old curriculum
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has extended the dates for transition examinations which are organised to give a chance to candidates to sit for the examination under the old curriculum. The special examination was intended for learners impacted by the transition, encompassing those who …
Read More »Training needed for huge opportunities ahead of refinery- Minister Nankabirwa
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Energy and Mineral Development Minister Ruth Nankabirwa has called on the oil and gas companies and training institutions to intensify the skilling of Ugandans especially small and medium enterprises ahead of the construction of the refinery. The minister says that the refinery project is nearing …
Read More »Justice Minister to table policy to regulate dispute resolution next week
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister Norbert Mao has revealed that he is to table a policy aimed at regulating the management of Alternative Dispute Resolution -ADR Mechanisms next week before Cabinet. Alternative Dispute Resolution -ADR is a mechanism of settling conflicts amicably without necessarily …
Read More »RDCs tipped on working with opposition politicians
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Resident District Commissioners, and other security organs under the Office of the President have been tipped to work with both opposition political leaders and technical people at their districts. Haji Yunus Kakande, the Secretary to the Office of the President made the call after receiving complaints from …
Read More »Young Africans in the diaspora
Their growing pride in the continent and why institutions are charting new courses for them ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | The desire for knowledge about Africa and a growing sense of African pride among African youths living in an increasingly discriminatory diaspora has fueled a surge in institutions promoting African identity. A …
Read More »Your phone brand and your social media skills
`Our mobile devices have become extensions of our lives’ FEATURE | AGENCIES | Ever contemplated how your phone brand might mirror your social media savvy? ZenShield’s experts break this down, with Steffan Black stating, “Our mobile devices have become extensions of our lives, and the brand we choose could whisper something …
Read More »ICPAU unveils the 5th cohort of the students’ scholarship program
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Accountants have been urged to exhibit good ethical values for the proper management of finances and resources. Speaking at an event where the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) unveiled the 5th cohort of the students’ scholarship program, Ruth Doreen Mutebe, Chairperson African …
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