Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has extended the deadline for the display of shortlisted census enumerator and supervisor applications due to numerous complaints from applicants nationwide. The extension will last for an additional two days, with the new deadline set for April 12th, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives has defended Permanent Secretary Geraldine Ssali in an altercation that reportedly happened between her and the ministry’s Legal Head, Sandra Karyn Anena last Friday. The Senior Human Resource, Victoria Nansikombi also dismissed allegations that the PS physically …
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COMMENT | Xinhua | The Israel-Hamas conflict, which has created an unprecedented humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, has lasted for half a year. Amidst this tragedy, the actions of the United States, Israel’s key ally, have sparked serious concerns and criticism among the international community. While Washington claims to …
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Kampala, Uganda | Xinhua | Thousands of Ugandans took part in a mega run on Sunday organized by the Buganda Kingdom and Airtel to raise funds for the fight against HIV and AIDS in the East African country. Dubbed the Kabaka Birthday Run 2024, the annual event was held under the …
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Choplife.ci marks a significant milestone in Mr Eazi’s journey within the iGaming industry, reflecting his dedication to African entertainment and digital innovation Abidjan, Ivory Coast | THE INDEPENDENT | The strategic investments and operational expertise Nigerian music sensation Mr Eazi i has accumulated over the past seven years, has led …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police are investigating reports that Trade Ministry Permanent Secretary, Geraldine Ssali assaulted the Ministry’s legal officer, Sandra Anena Karen last week. Anena has since dragged Ssali to Kampala Central Police Station for slapping her in the incident that reportedly occurred on April 5, 2024 at …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Muslims in Uganda will celebrate the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, after the crescent moon signifying the end of Ramadan was not sighted on Monday evening. The announcement came from the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) following the moon …
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Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Security authorities have recommended shooting on-site criminals found vandalizing solar street lights installed along streets in Kabale municipality. Authorities revealed the recommendation on Friday during the commissioning of a shilling 1.99 billion solar street light project under Uganda Support to Municipal Infrastructure Development (USMID) …
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NAIROBI | Xinhua | African governments should scale up access to quality healthcare for all citizens in a bid to reduce the continent’s disease burden, a World Health Organization (WHO) official said Sunday during World Health Day which is celebrated annually on April 7. Matshidiso Moeti, the WHO regional director …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Government-sponsored students at Makerere University have urged the university administration to consider a review of their welfare allowance before the semester is extended because of the upcoming census. Makerere University, along with other higher education institutions, has adjusted its academic calendar to accommodate the …
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