Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Habitat for Humanity, an international charity that pushes for safe housing, has raised a concern that while Uganda has a batch of good laws and policies, these still cannot solve the inequalities that exist in the country’s settlements. Speaking to journalists during a meeting …

Paris, France | Xinhua |  Britain’s King Charles III on Wednesday evening called on Britain and France to “reinvigorate” their friendship to tackle the challenges of the 21st century. Arriving in France Wednesday afternoon for a three-day state visit, Charles III made the remarks during a state dinner organized by …

Maracha, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Sixteen staff of Maracha District Local Government risk being removed from the payroll after they failed to show up for the recently concluded validation exercise. Among those who missed the validation exercise that took place between 7th-15th June 2023 include, 12 education assistants, two Local …

Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Religious leaders in the Teso sub-region have asked the Police to desist from bias and brutality if they are to improve the image of the force. The Police top leadership is currently seeking views from stakeholders across the country on how to improve operations, welfare, …

The new list reveals that the highest beneficiary will receive five cattle, while the majority are eligible for two or three cows. The value of each cow is assessed at Shillings 1,050,000. Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs has released a list of verified …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The International Criminal Court (ICC) has been asked to investigate one of its former employees over allegations of facilitating and funding Joseph Kony, the fugitive leader of the rebel Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA). Brigid Inder, who was a Special Gender Advisor to former ICC Prosecutor …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Families of some depositors conniving to prematurely access survivor’s benefits is a significant obstacle to the timely payment of the benefits, the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has revealed. Survivor’s benefits are a crucial part of NSSF’s benefit payments, intended for the families of …

Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Crested Cranes faced a tough challenge in their first leg of the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier against Algeria. The match took place at the Njeru-based FUFA Technical Center on Wednesday, resulting in a 2-1 victory for Algeria. Chebel Imane scored …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kampala Central Deputy Mayor Hanipher Mpungu has requested bail from the Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses. According to the charges, between May and June 2022 while in Ntinda, Kampala district, Mpungu received Shillings 450 million from Grace …

New Delhi, India | Xinhua | The Indian government on Wednesday issued an advisory to its citizens in Canada against travelling to areas which are prone to anti-India activities. The advisory came in the wake of souring relations between the two countries after the killing of a Sikh leader in …