COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | The arrival of mercantilism and capitalism in Africa not only disrupted traditional structures but also embedded the continent in a global economic system designed for its exploitation. For centuries, Africa was cast as a supplier of raw materials, a market for finished goods, and a source …
Read More »Namisindwa submits seven private primary schools for coding
Namisindwa, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Namisindwa District authorities have identified seven privately owned primary schools for coding by the Ministry of Education and Sports, a move aimed at addressing the district’s limited number of government-aided schools. In an interview with this reporter on Monday, Sophie Namutosi, the Acting Namisindwa District Education …
Read More »CEO Summit Uganda brings smiles to children with special needs at The Noah’s Ark Village Organization
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | CEO Summit Uganda, an executive think tank in December visited vulnerable children at the Noah’s Ark Village in the spirit of holiday cheer. Noah’s Ark Village is a community-based organization that supports children with special needs with temporary shelter, long-term care, educational programs, and …
Read More »NRM party leaders in Namisindwa divided over appointment of registrar
Namisindwa, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Resistance Movement (NRM) leadership in Namisindwa District is divided over the recent appointment of Michael Mumya as the district party registrar. Some party leaders allege that Mumya is biased and was not properly vetted. According to a leaked letter from Namisindwa Resident …
Read More »218 stolen coffee bags recovered
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A team from the Directorate of Crime Intelligence (DCI) in collaboration with the Criminal Investigation Directorate (CID) has recovered 218 coffee bags that were stolen in transit in November. The coffee bags which were destined for Nakawa, in Kampala and later to be exported, …
Read More »6 African stars to watch in the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A
LONDON, ENGLAND | THE INDEPENDENT | Here are three African Stars to Watch across this week’s matches in the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A. Youssouf Sabaly (Senegal) – Real Betis The right-back will be required to be in great shape when Betis go up against Alaves at Estadio Benito …
Read More »Atalanta vs Napoli headlines weekend of drama in Serie A
MADRID, SPAIN | THE INDEPENDENT | Atalanta and Napoli have established themselves as genuine Serie A title contenders this season, and their meeting at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo on Saturday 18 January 2025 could play a key role in deciding the destination of the Scudetto. Match background Both La …
Read More »Liverpool to face tricky away test against Brentford
LONDON, ENGLAND | THE INDEPENDENT | Liverpool’s surge toward the Premier League title will continue on Matchday 22 of the 2024-25 season, which will see 10 fixtures played from Saturday 18 to Monday 20 January. Liverpool have been sensational under the guidance of Arne Slot, setting a pace at the …
Read More »Cooper Motors ceasing operations in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | CMC Motors Group, one of the oldest dealers in motor vehicles in East Africa, has announced it is ceasing operations in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania. The Company, originally known for the distribution of Ford, Mazda and Suzuki vehicles said in a January 17 statement, …
Read More »Cholera cases in Uganda rise to 67
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | The number of cholera cases in Uganda has risen to 67 since the disease outbreak was announced in the northern part of the country on Jan. 7, the Ministry of Health said Friday. Daniel Kyabayinze, director of public health at the Ministry of Health, told …
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