Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | There is massive security operation at various end of year events in Kampala and it’s outskirts. Heightened security operations are underway in Lubiri Mengo, Kampala, as the Buganda Kingdom hosts its End of Year Show, dubbed Enkuuka Masavu 2024. The Nkuuka Masavu has attracted …

Bukomansimbi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A section of National Unity Platform-NUP leaders in Bukomansimbi district have lashed out at Joel Ssenyonyi, the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament over the insults against their woman MP. Last week, while attending a burial for the grandmother to the NUP President in …

BEIJING, CHINA | Xinhua |  Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday exchanged New Year greetings with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, Xi extended sincere congratulations and best wishes to Putin and the Russian people. Xi said that 2024 marks the 75th anniversary …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has cleared 2,900 venues to display fireworks as Ugandans usher in the New Year. However, the venues cleared by Director Operations Service AIGP Frank Mwesigwa on behalf of the IGP, are warned against displaying fireworks which have not been …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Luwero District Security Committee has heightened security in five town councils ahead of New Year celebrations. According to Richard Bwabye, the Luwero Resident District Commissioner, the Security Committee has identified five town councils out of 18 Lower Local Governments as the major hotspots …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police and the military have banned musicians from moving with gangs to perform at end-of-year fetes in Kampala to avoid causing unnecessary commotion. During a planning meeting attended by security commanders in Kampala Metropolitan, each musician will not be allowed to access entertainment or …

Kyagulanyi says Muhoozi’s tweets discredit Uganda KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu aka Bobi Wine, the President of the opposition political party; the National Unity Platform-NUP has declared that he will challenge President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni or anybody his party presents for the 2026 presidential elections. Speaking …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda, a leading 4G telecommunications network held its annual Partners Breakfast Meeting at its Bugolobi offices bringing together over 13 major network partners to reaffirm their shared commitment to delivering exceptional telecommunication services during the festive season and beyond. The event showcased …

LONDON, ENGLAND | Xinhua | Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah says he is focused on helping his team win the Premier League title, but admits he is still “far away” from signing a new contract. The Egyptian scored his 20th goal of the season and helped set up Cody Gakpo for …

PARIS, FRANCE | Xinhua | The year 2024 marks a milestone for the Olympic Movement, as the Summer Olympics return to Paris after a century. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) advanced significant reforms, ranging from the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) to the future of esports and diversified event formats. …