NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | It was just past midday when Richard Muthie stood at the gate of the Mutira Farmers’ Cooperative Society coffee factory, ready to deliver his harvest. Along with the 50-year-old farmer were 30 kg of ripe, red coffee berries freshly picked by him earlier that morning. …
Read More »CONFIRMED: Govt to lower end-user electricity price
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Electricity consumers in Uganda will pay an average 5.2 percent less on electricity over the next three months, following a revised tariff schedule by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA). The review was made possible by the ease in the parameters that determine the cost …
Read More »Traders faint after property lost in Arua Park Plaza fire
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Traders at Arua Bus Park in Kampala are counting losses after fire gutted Nyumba Kubwa plaza on Thursday. The fire left the whole of the second floor burnt. Arnold Muwanguzi said all their shop filled with building paint were reduced to ashes. Godfrey Katongole, …
Read More »Average 2024 inflation registered at 3.3%
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The country’s inflationary landscape has seen a mixture of modest improvements and persistent challenges. According to the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), the Annual Average Headline Inflation for 2024 was registered at 3.3 percent, a significant improvement from the 5.4% recorded in 2023. The drop …
Read More »AfDB President Adesina receives ‘African of the Decade Award’
Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), was recently honored with the “African of the Decade” award at the 2024 Africa Investment Forum in Rabat, Morocco. The prestigious award, presented by Rakesh Wahi, Chairman of the ABN Group, recognizes individuals who have …
Read More »Coffee, NAADS bosses to hand over office, cars to Ministry
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Executive Directors of the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) and the National Agriculture Advisory Services (NAADS) will start New Year by handing over offices and government property. Also affected by the Parliament’s decision to repeal the various acts that established agencies, is the …
Read More »Mbale man shot, loses sh50million after pepper spray robbery
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Mbale City Police are investigating circumstances under which a man was shot twice and robbed of sh50 million in broad daylight. The victim, David Ongom, a 42-year-old accounts clerk at Lumolo Trading Company, was on his way to deposit the money at Dfcu Bank’s …
Read More »🟥YEAR2024: African economy maintains resilient growth in 2024 amid challenges
NAIROBI | Xinhua | The African economy has maintained a steady growth in 2024, demonstrating resilience and potential despite global challenges such as geopolitical conflicts and growing protectionism. Over the past year, African countries have intensified domestic reforms while promoting global cooperation. These efforts have resulted in significant advancements in …
Read More »ROLL INTO NEW YEAR: Sh100million today to usher in 2025
ITHUBA Uganda announces life-changing sh100 Million POWERBALL Rolldown to ring in the New Year Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Today, December 31st is the day of the highly anticipated year-end POWERBALL Rolldown of UGX 100 million. This extraordinary opportunity awaits players if the sh1.2 billion POWERBALL jackpot remains unwon during …
Read More »Airtel Uganda hosts partners breakfast to strengthen network collaboration in Festive Season
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 …
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