Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Museveni appointed veteran Politician, Dr. Chrispus Kiyonga, as the new Chancellor of Makerere University. Kiyonga replaces Dr. Ezra Suruma whose term in office ended. Professor Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University confirmed the appointment through his social media X space message. “Excellency …
Read More »Uganda’s diplomatic missions shine at ambassadors’ conference in Jinja
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has recognized the outstanding achievements of its diplomatic missions during the ongoing Ambassadors’ Conference in Jinja. The event, which celebrates excellence in diplomatic service, highlighted the exceptional efforts of various teams, reinforcing Uganda’s commitment to effective foreign policy …
Read More »Another Haaland hat-trick gives Man City win away to West Ham, Rice sees red for Arsenal
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Erling Haaland scored his second hat-trick in a week as Manchester City won 3-1 away to West Ham on Saturday. The Norwegian opened the scoring with a 10th minute header, while Julen Lopetegui’s side leveled after 19 minutes when Ruben Dias slid the ball into …
Read More »Africa on the UN Security Council
Why the continent should have two permanent seats and five non-permanent seats to correct historical injustice COMMENT | SITHEMBILE MBETE | Africa’s desire to be fully represented in all decision-making organs of the United Nations (UN), particularly in the Security Council, is informed by three factors. First, repairing the historical injustice …
Read More »Big names move on Premier League’s deadline day
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Raheem Sterling’s loan move from Chelsea to Arsenal was one of the standout deals completed late on the final day of the Premier League transfer window. The 29-year-old sought a transfer after new Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca made it clear that Sterling would not be …
Read More »Outgoing Kabale deputy RDC hailed for leading corruption fight
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kabale District authorities have praised the outgoing Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Andrew Ronald Bakak, for his strong stance against corruption during his tenure. Bakak, who was appointed Kabale Deputy RDC in August 2022, officially handed over his office today following his transfer to Soroti …
Read More »BUL FC optimistic of defending FUFA Super 8 trophy a
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | FUFA Super 8 cup defending champions, BUL FC, are optimistic of retaining the trophy against SC Vipers on Sunday. BUL first bagged the Super 8 trophy in August last year, after beating then-close contenders, URA FC. BUL sailed through this year’s final, following a 63rd-minute …
Read More »Anglican Church set to transition its government-aided schools to private
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Church of Uganda is set to transition some of its government-aided schools to private status in response to the government’s proposed initiative for total free education. This strategic shift aims to address the challenges posed by the new policy. The decision has been deliberated …
Read More »Karamoja cultural festival hangs in balance over insuffient funds
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Karamoja Cultural Day Celebrations hang in balance due to a lack of resources. The eighth edition is scheduled for the 2nd to 7th of September 2024 in Karenga district. The annual festival is celebrated rotationally in the different districts within Karamoja. It brings together the …
Read More »No primary differences between people
Unlike liberalism’s core principle of Individualism, ubuntu does not believe there are primary differences between people COMMENT | MUXE NKONDO | Ubuntu is based on a simple yet radical premise, that there are no primary differences between people. If we take that message into our politics and legal systems we can …
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