Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Reach a Hand Uganda (RAHU) in partnership with Sauti Plus Media Hub has launched the Leesu FemPower Project that is dedicated to uplifting and empowering female filmmakers and enhancing Uganda’s film industry. The Leesu FemPower project will provide a platform for young women to share …

🟥 Thursday Results FT Lesotho 1 – 0 Central African Republic FT Equatorial Guinea 0 – 0 Algeria FT South Sudan 3 – 2 Congo FT Burundi 0 – 0 Malawi FT Madagascar 2 – 3 Tunisia FT Rwanda 0 – 1 Libya FT Niger 4 – 0 Sudan FT …

Dr Tumubweine Twinemanzi, noted that the number of Ugandans saving had grown from 54% In 2018 to 60% in 2024. However, savings that are not invested come to naught. Kampala, Uganda | LYDIA MIREMBE | On October 31st, stakeholders in the financial services sector commemorated World Savings Day 2024, with …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants in Uganda, joins the global community in celebrating World Quality Week from November 11th to 15th, 2024. This year’s theme, ‘Compliance to Performance,’ aligns with Vivo Energy’s ongoing commitment to excellence, emphasizing …

Governments across the globe are concerned about the rapid evolution of the iGaming sector and its harmful influence on populations’ well-being, and New Zealand is no exception. It’s no secret that gambling activities can result in unpleasant consequences like compulsive behaviours and addictions, and not every user can control themselves …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Government of Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to the Digital Tax Stamps (DTS) program, emphasizing its role in strengthening tax compliance and market integrity. Isaac Arinaitwe, the Ministry of Finance’s Principal Economist, explained that the DTS program, launched in 2019, has been …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Absa Bank Uganda has handed over cash prizes totaling sh100 million to winners from the ongoing card usage campaign dubbed “UGX 200 million can change your story”. The 10 winners used their Absa debit or credit cards for at least five transactions in the …

Sao Paulo, Brazil | THE INDEPENDENT | Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday sent a congratulatory message to the Global South Media and Think Tank Forum. Noting that at present, the Global South is growing with a strong momentum and playing an increasingly important role in the cause of human …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  In a significant development in the high-profile Katanga trial, the court has issued a mixed ruling regarding the disclosure of evidence by the prosecution. Judge Isaac Muwata directed the prosecution to share certain digital evidence with the defense, including CCTV footage and mobile phone …

Earnings per share grew by 13% to Kshs. 10.4 Quarter three profit after tax up by 13% to Kshs.40.9 billion Deposits grew by 9% to Kshs.1.3 trillion Regional businesses contributed 48% of total assets and 51% of profit before tax for the period Total Assets grew to reach Kshs.1.7 trillion …