Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA) and PostBank Uganda on 21st October 2024 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to initiate a collaboration aimed at digitizing the operations of tier IV Microfinance Institutions through PostBank’s Wendi mobile wallet, so that the last mile beneficiary can …
Read More »Bell ObaFest reignites beer celebrations in a 3-day festival extravaganza
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The second edition of Bell ObaFest is one you had to attend to fully appreciate the magic created when more than a beer experience meets food, art and music. The flagship beer of Uganda Breweries, Bell Lager united beer lovers in a 3-day beer celebration …
Read More »BREAST CANCER: Mulago warns men on increasing cases
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Specialists at Mulago National Referral Hospital have warned men to seek screening for breast cancer, as there has been a notable rise in the number of cases diagnosed at advanced stages. Speaking on Wednesday during the ongoing radiology health camp at the hospital, Dr. Kintu …
Read More »Agago residents leave neighboring forest reserve area for fear of eviction
Agago, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | More than 40 households in Lapono and Lirakato Sub Counties, neighboring Napono Central Forest Reserve, have reportedly left their homes for fear of eviction by the National Forestry Authority, NFA. In November 2023, hundreds of angry residents destroyed more than 50 concrete pillars that NFA …
Read More »Realizing the importance of quality sleep
COMMENT | Michael Jjingo | Are you having enough quality sleep? Deep and quality sleep is crucial for physical renewal, hormonal regulation, and growth. Several biological processes happen during sleep: The brain stores new information and gets rid of toxic waste. Nerve cells communicate and reorganize, which supports healthy brain function. The …
Read More »Jessica Alupo hails China’s green development initiative
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Ugandan Vice President Jessica Alupo has said China’s decision to partner with Africa in promoting green development is in line with Uganda’s development goals and a key driver to her country’s sustainable development. Alupo made the remarks in a speech read for her by Rukia …
Read More »Museveni urges west Lango religious leaders to support govt initiatives
Kwania, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Religious leaders in the Diocese of West Lango have been encouraged to focus on prosperity and the implementation of government programs to improve the welfare of their followers, instead of solely emphasizing religious teachings. This message was delivered by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni during a …
Read More »Joshua Cheptegei wins 2024 New Delhi half marathon
New Delhi, India | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda long-distance runner Joshua Cheptegei has won the New Delhi Half Marathon in India The 10,000 meters Paris summer Olympic Gold medalist secured the 2024 edition Half marathon victory in 59 minutes and 46 seconds, while Kenya’s Alex Matata came second in a time …
Read More »AMDA reports on comprehensive development initiatives at Caravan partners appreciation breakfast
Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | The Archdiocese of Mbarara Development Association (AMDA) presented a comprehensive report on its 10th Caravan activities showcasing the organisation’s significant impact on various sectors in Western Uganda. The report which was unveiled on October 18th at Silver Springs Bugolobi at a breakfast meeting in recognition of …
Read More »UNESCO awards 2024 prize for girls’, women’s education to organizations from Uganda, Zambia
Paris, France | Xinhua & UNESCO | Two organizations from Uganda and Zambia were awarded the prize: Promoting Equality in African Schools (PEAS) from Uganda and the Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED) from Zambia. PEAS in Uganda PEAS has been honored for its project “Empowering schools for adolescent girls.” This initiative builds safe, …
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