ANALYSIS | HENRY DDUNGU | Headaches can sometimes be so painful that it can make you wonder if something more serious is wrong. Most headaches are due to tension, migraines, or sinus issues, but a sudden, severe headache can be a symptom of a more urgent problem, such as a stroke. …
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The sector faces several challenges, including limited access to financing and copyright infringement due to weak copyright laws, enforcement mechanisms and a lack of awareness Kampala, Uganda | AGENCIES | Africa’s multilateral lender, African Export-Import Bank, is working on the establishment of a US$1-billion African Film Fund to be launched in 2024 …
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The Italian ambassador who cultivated a profound connection with Uganda COMMENT | CRISPIN KAHERU | In the realm of diplomacy, the role of an ambassador often conjures an image of a mere conduit for official communication between nations, focused on nurturing mutual understanding and strengthening bilateral ties. Yet, in exceptional …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Oil marketing companies (OMCs) under their umbrella body, the Sustainable Energies and Petroleum Association (SEPA) want the amendment of the Petroleum Supply Act to take into consideration a provision to allow them to import and supply special petroleum products. The association although in agreement with …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |Uganda Breweries Limited, the makers of Uganda’s gin, Uganda Waragi have revealed their new premium limited flavor of Uganda Waragi – Uganda Waragi Lemon and Ginger. This exceptional and exclusive edition brings a burst of refreshing flavors to the renowned classic, promising to create unforgettable …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ugandan government plans to seek funding from the World Bank to train and equip its artistes with technical skills to meet international standards, the Minister of State for Gender and Culture Affairs, Peace Mutuuzo revealed. Peace Mutuuzo said the government has concluded plans to …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Parish Development Model (PDM) fund disbursement kicked off in Kampala on Tuesday, November 8, 2023, with beneficiaries receiving a substantial sum of 1 million Ugandan shillings directly on their mobile phones. The official ceremony to mark the commencement of fund disbursement was held at …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni warned public officials against taxing innovations, saying that culprits will be dealt with, according to the law. According to the President, there’s no logic in taxing innovations when Uganda even gives tax holidays to products which are not a result of …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The capital city of Uganda, Kampala, was awarded the inaugural Global Award for Sustainable Development in Cities, also known as the Shanghai Award. The award was presented at the opening ceremony of the 2023 World Cities Day China Observance, which was held in Shanghai from …
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They are standing in the way of the Ben Gurion Canal Project, an alternative to the Suez Canal through Gaza ANALYSIS | YVONNE RIDLEY | I hate conspiracy theories and fake news. They degrade my profession as a journalist and incite fear, hate and tribulation with the deliberate intention of causing …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
