Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Roofings Group has donated state-of-the-art wheelchairs to children with disabilities, reinforcing their commitment to community support and corporate social responsibility. The donation was made during the Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Conference, organized by the Ministry of Gender, Labor, and Social Development at Imperial Resort Hotel, Entebbe, …
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MADRID, SPAIN | Xinhua | FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid make their Champions League debuts on Thursday night with Barcelona traveling to Monaco, while Atletico Madrid are at home to RB Leipzig. Barca travel to the south of France after starting the season with five wins from five games in …
Read More »Stanbic scoops an award
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Stanbic Bank Uganda received the 2024 ‘Best Corporate Banking Services’ award during a recent high-profile event hosted by Consumers Choice Awards (CCA) and graced by Amelia Anne Kyambadde, the Senior Presidential Advisor on Industry. This is the sixth edition of the awards specifically organized by …
Read More »KK Security is now GardaWorld Security in Uganda
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | GardaWorld Security (“GardaWorld”), a global champion in security services, integrated risk management, and cash solutions, announced the rebranding of its Ugandan operations from KK Security to GardaWorld Security on August 1, 2024. On Wednesday 18th September 2024, the company hosted clients, partners, and employees for …
Read More »Court of appeal to hold 1st upcountry civil appeals session
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Court of Appeal is set to hold its first-ever upcountry Civil Appeals and Applications session in Gulu. The session, scheduled from September 25 to September 27, 2024, will hear 22 civil appeals and applications. Presiding over the session will be Justices Fredrick Martin Stephen …
Read More »Security heightened ahead of protest against Bunyoro Prime Minister
Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | There is heavy deployment of both Anti-riot police and the military in Hoima City ahead of a planned demonstration against Andrew Byakutaga, the Prime Minister of the Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom, who has refused to vacate office. Security personnel are visibly stationed at the Bunyoro Kitara …
Read More »UNEB blames slow judicial processes concerning exam malpractice
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has raised alarm over the sluggish judicial proceedings concerning exam malpractice, which they believe hampers the effective enforcement of the newly amended laws aimed at eradicating this issue in schools. Dan Odongo, UNEB’s Executive Director, stressed the importance of timely …
Read More »IFTM Paris 2024: Uganda Embassy, tour operators highlight unique travel packages
Paris, France | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda has made a remarkable appearance at the International and French Travel Market (IFTM) in Paris running from September 17th to 19th, 2024, at Porte de Versailles, Hall 1, and Stand U084. The Uganda Embassy in Paris, alongside key industry players such as Gorilla Tours …
Read More »Mpox: Education ministry alerts schools on outbreak
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Education has issued a nationwide alert to schools in response to the confirmed Mpox cases in Uganda. In light of this health crisis, schools are being urged to prioritize the safety of both students and staff. Ismael Mulindwa, the Director in charge …
Read More »Africa Aerospace and Defense 2024 opens in South Africa
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa | Xinhua | The Africa Aerospace and Defense (AAD) 2024 kicked off Wednesday in Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa, showcasing the latest advances in technology, goods and services from the international defense industry. Running until Sunday, the 12th edition of the AAD features cutting-edge innovations in …
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