Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Madox Sematima is set to headline the 14th edition of the Pilsner Lager-sponsored Rukundo Egumeho on the 1st of December at Indian Association Grounds Lugogo. The legendary star will perform live to some of his popular hits alongside some of Western Uganda singing sensations, Ambroy, …

  As Glovo continues revolutionizing the on-demand delivery landscape, its Q-commerce operations have become an important pillar of its growth strategy. Patricia Akankwatsa of The Independent had the opportunity to sit down with the newly appointed Country Manager, Ivy Maingi to discuss how Glovo is redefining quick commerce in Uganda …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | A joint team of investigators from Defence Intelligence and Security former Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI) and Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) has so far probed 17 suspects connected to more than 60 billion shillings stolen from the Bank of Uganda. Sources told Uganda Radio Network …

OPINION | Brenda Mpoora | Kaka Mbabazi feels more in control of her life these days. She turned 73 at the beginning of this year and has never owned a bank account. Until June this year, when her granddaughter Patience signed her onto PostBank’s Wendi mobile platform in addition to registering …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Republic of Korea and the Ugandan government have embarked on the construction of a UGX 12.1 billion sewage treatment facility in Busukuma Division, Nansana Municipality. This significant initiative aims to improve sanitation and promote environmental sustainability in the densely populated area. The facility, funded …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Socialite Nasser Nduhukire commonly known as Don Nasser has claimed he was kidnapped while in Kenya in a case where he is battling charges of aggravated trafficking and defilement before the International Crimes Division of the High Court in Kampala. On Thursday, Don Nasser through his …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Makindye Chief Magistrates Court has granted bail to musician  Patrick Mulwana commonly known as Alien Skin and his bodyguard Julius Mugabi on charges of causing grievous harm to St Francis Hospital Doctors. The Court presided over by Chief Magistrate Esther Adikin on Thursday granted them bail after …

Bulambuli, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | 12 bodies of people who died in the landslides in Bulambuli District have been recovered. The landslide, triggered by heavy rains on Wednesday, buried several homes and destroyed crops, leaving communities in shock and distress. They affected, Masugu Town Council and Kimamolo village in …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The United States Ambassador to Uganda William Popp has said dialogue is the only way to build a peaceful and democratic Uganda. Speaking on Wednesday at Sheraton Hotel Kampala at the human rights convention organized by Chapter Four, a human rights nongovernment organization with support …

Kamuli, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The bank manager and accountant at Finance Trust in Kamuli have been remanded to Kamuli Prison in connection with the alleged theft of funds meant for the Parish Development Model (PDM). Wambi Charles and Leticia Nakimuli, were arrested earlier this month and had been on …