Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Evolve Group Africa held the fourth instalment of the annual Uganda Marketing Excellence Awards (UMEAS) at a red carpet and black-tie gala, on Dec 13th at the Kampala Serena Hotel. The event, dubbed the Marketers Biggest Night, saw outstanding performers in the marketing industry awarded …
Read More »Museveni urges institutions to guide learners while choosing courses
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has reiterated his call to institutions of higher learning to prioritize the teaching of science and technology courses. The President also appealed to schools and universities to guide the learners to choose courses that are relevant to the job market. This was …
Read More »Centenary Bank donates Shs10 million to support Kigezi Kampala Catholic Association fundraiser
Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | Centenary Bank reaffirmed its commitment to community development by donating Shs10 million to the Kigezi Kampala Catholic Association fundraiser. The event, held at Hotel Africana on Dec 13th, aimed to raise funds to support developmental projects spearheaded by the Kigezi Diocese. During the fundraiser, Centenary …
Read More »Jinja Hippos qualify for masters rugby finals
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Jinja Hippos rugby club on Saturday qualified for the masters rugby finals after beating their rivals Walukuba Barbarians by 21:20. The highly contested game was characterized by competitive ball-playing skills, maintaining competitiveness against each other, however, Hippos sailed through with one point against the Barbarians. …
Read More »US Ambassador calls for Global support to Uganda’s refuge efforts
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The United States Ambassador to Uganda William Popp, has asked the international community to increase support for the country’s refuge self-reliance programs. The ambassador believes this is a more sustainable way to respond to the refugee problem. Under this program, refugees are supported to be …
Read More »Africa Netball Cup 2024 Final: She Cranes settle for Silver
Uganda’s Results at the Africa Netball Cup 2024: Group Stage Uganda 85-34 Eswatini Namibia 43-55 Uganda Uganda 49-50 Zimbabwe Semi-final Uganda 51-43 Malawi FINAL Uganda 50-65 South Africa Swakopmund, Namibia | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s national netball team, the She Cranes, have settled for Silver after falling to South Africa’s SPAR Proteas …
Read More »Gov’t rolls out Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Project in Kitgum
Kitgum, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries has rolled out the Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Transformation Project in Kitgum district. The project aims to increase productivity, market access, and resilience for selected value chains. The project, funded by the World Bank, will be …
Read More »Global drowning rates drop by 38%
Geneva, Switzerland | THE INDEPENDENT | The World Health Organization (WHO) has published its first-ever report on drowning prevention, revealing a 38% drop in the global drowning death rate since 2000. However, the report notes that drowning remains a major public health issue with more than 30 people estimated to be drowning …
Read More »10-man Liverpool settles with draw as Everton stands firm at Arsenal in Premier League
LONDON, ENGLAND | Xinhua | English Premier League leader Liverpool was held to a 2-2 draw at home to Fulham on Saturday, but coach Arne Slot could well be satisfied with a point after the personality his side showed after playing for over 70 minutes with a player less. Andy …
Read More »RUBiS energy Uganda launches RUBiS gas in service stations countrywide
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | RUBiS Energy Uganda has today officially launched RUBiS Gas, and now available in Rubis service stations countrywide. The launch, held at RUBiS Nalukolongo, marks a significant milestone in providing Ugandans with a safe, efficient, and an environmentally friendly cooking solution. RUBiS Energy Uganda has …
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