Kamy says ‘Johnnie-Come-Lately’ should not kill FDC Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Some of the founding members of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) are pleading with Dr. Kiiza Besigye and others not to kill the twenty-year-old political party. There is a feeling that if the Katonga faction feels …
Read More »China’s commercial space sector takes off amid tech innovation push
BEIJING, Aug. 17 (Xinhua) — As China forges ahead with its high-quality development, new quality productive forces are taking the center stage. One of the key players, the commercial space sector, is experiencing rapid growth and making a mark on the global stage. In December 2023, Beijing Interstellar Glory Space …
Read More »🔴 PICTORIAL: CDF Muhoozi joins Defence Minister Oboth-Oboth in grand thanksgiving in Tororo
Gen Kainerugaba Praises Minister Oboth-Oboth For Commitment To Uganda’s Defence Tororo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has hailed his Commander in Chief President Yoweri Museveni for always making excellent choices of officials to run Uganda’s defence ministry. Kainerugaba made the remarks Friday as …
Read More »TODAY: Chemutai and Sande can crown Uganda’s fine performance in Lima
🟡 TONIGHT ✳ 3000m SC M final – Hosea Chemutai 1.15am ✳ 1,500m M final – Jacob Sande 2.00am Lima, Peru | THE INDEPENDENT & IAAF | Hosea Chemutai and Jacob Sande have a chance in Lima today to build on what is already Uganda’s best performance ever at the …
Read More »Solar energy revolutionising Africa’s power dynamics
As South Africa begins to experience the positive effects of solar deployment — including a reduction in load shedding — the continent is witnessing a rise in both small and large-scale solar installations. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | South Africans are enjoying a significant ‘load shedding’ break thay has …
Read More »Joanita Mukasa Menya is new Managing Director at Vivo Energy Uganda
Vivo Energy Uganda announces Joanita Mukasa Menya as new Managing Director Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Joanita Mukasa Menya has been appointed Managing Director of Vivo Energy Uganda with effect from September 1, 2024. Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, announced the …
Read More »Kenya railway adopts Boeing-style luxury in first-class offering
Kenya’s high-speed rail offering just made rail travel a lot more luxurious, providing passengers with an experience to compete with business class flights SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Spacious cabins, complete with fully reclining seats reminiscent of the business class on an aircraft, entertainment options, and fine dining experiences …
Read More »Sembabule residents question Minister Mayanja’s instructions on land titles
Sembabule, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two residents of Sembabule District are protesting against State Minister for Lands, Sam Mayanja, over his recent instruction to cancel the titles of their ranches. Benon Burora Kuteesa and James Jjemba, both residents of Mitima Sub-county in Sembabule District, have formally complained to the …
Read More »Not yet time for sovereign wealth fund: South African president
CAPE TOWN | Xinhua | South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday said that while the government remains committed to building a sovereign wealth fund, now is not the most favorable time for its immediate establishment. He made the remarks during an oral reply session at the National Assembly …
Read More »Experts blame massage parlours for fueling new HIV infections in Kampala
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Up to 2.2% of HIV tests done in health facilities in Kampala turned out positive for the virus, officials at the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) have revealed. This has raised a concern that cases are rising due to a shift to Airbnb, …
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