Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  The High Court postponed the Katanga trial once again today due to the absence of a key prosecution witness. Chief State Attorney Jonathan Muwaganya informed Justice Isaac Muwata that the prosecution’s expected 10th witness did not appear in court. Muwaganya explained that the witness …

Dubai, UAE | THE INDEPENDENT |  Prateek Suri, Chairman and Founder of Maser Group, has been honored as Investment Leader of the Year at the 2024 Gulf Business Awards, held at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The prestigious award recognizes Suri’s exceptional leadership and innovative strategies in driving …

Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The locus visit to the Masgid Taqua Mosque in Entebbe on Monday was aborted after claimants withdrew a petition for an application blocking access to the mosque. Last month, the Inspector General of Police Abbas Byakagaba ordered the opening of the Mosque. The mosque …

The kingdom’s legacy continues to inspire pride among the Baganda, and its ability to adapt to modern challenges will determine its future. COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno |  The Buganda Kingdom, once a dominant force in pre-colonial East Africa, holds a unique place in Uganda’s history. Renowned for its centralised monarchy, …

  Uganda Breweries 2024 Sustainability Report aligns with initiatives promoting positive drinking, championing inclusion and diversity, and pioneering grain-to-glass sustainability. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has today launched its 2024 annual Sustainability Report. This year’s report highlights UBL’s steadfast commitment to sustainable business practices, with …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Government has inaugurated a new board for the Uganda National Mining Company, under the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, to oversee its equity interests in the mining sector. The board, consisting of nine members, was inaugurated on Monday, November 4, 2024, …

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Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Members of Parliament on the Finance Committee have called upon Ugandan manufacturers to adhere to the country’s taxation regime, particularly regarding Digital Tax Stamps (DTS). The call came during a recent meeting with representatives from the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU), who raised concerns …

UAP Old Mutual and My Tree Initiative partner to engage 5,000 students to plant, protect and nurture 10,000 trees by 2025 Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | UAP Old Mutual, in collaboration with My Tree Initiative Organization, launched a groundbreaking Schools Greening Program, aimed at growing 10,000 trees in 10 schools …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Carrefour Uganda, owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim has unveiled its much-anticipated Black November campaign, themed “Get Saved with the Big Chop.” The campaign, which kicked off on Nov.1 promises a treasure trove of unbeatable discounts, with prices slashed by up to an …