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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Reckitt has showcased its dominance at this year’s People’s Choice Awards, a gala event held in Kampala. Four of Reckitt’s esteemed brands, Dettol, Harpic, Mortein, and Jik stood out, earning recognition as the best in their respective categories. Dettol antibacterial soap, a flagship product of …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MGLSD), Mr. Aggrey David Kibenge has met with a delegation from the International Labour Organization’s ACCEL project, during which they discussed the upcoming second phase of the initiative aimed at eradicating child labour …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Key players in the Tourism sector appreciated Tooro King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru for his visionary leadership which has led to several developmental reforms. Among these is the documentary “Rwenzori Source of Life” scheduled to be launched this Friday at the International University of East …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a strategic move to support local farmers and ensure the continuous operation of the Soroti Fruit Factory, management announced an emergency purchase of oranges. The factory is set to buy up to 1 million kilograms of oranges from local farmers as they navigate challenges …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee launched an investigation into the alleged disappearance of land titles for Uganda’s Mission in Pretoria and the Ambassador’s official residency. Both current and former ambassadors have denied knowledge of having seen these crucial documents during their respective tenures. The probe was …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a contentious session before the Parliamentary Physical Infrastructure Committee, KCCA officials, led by Kampala minister Kabuye Kyofatogabye and Deputy Executive Director David Luyimbazi, found themselves under intense scrutiny for the unauthorized extension of Lugogo Forest Mall. Legislators pointed to alleged double standards in dealing …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On Tuesday, the Principal Judge, Dr Flavian Zeija, chaired the Criminal Justice Stakeholder meeting at the Judiciary Headquarters, Kampala. Principal Judge Dr. Flavian Zeija chaired the meeting at Judiciary Headquarters. The purpose of the meeting was to review the progress of the Daily Hearings initiative …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The People’s Republic of China pledged unconditional support to Uganda’s push for sweeping reforms at the United Nations Security Council, commended Uganda’s government for safeguarding African solidarity, and castigated external interference and politics of bullying. The Deputy Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni met and held discussions with a delegation from Italy at State House Entebbe on Thursday. Mario Savona, the Deputy Head of Mission and chargè d’affaires ad interim of Italy in Uganda led the delegation. During the meeting, Mr. Savona informed the …

The book, ` How Big Things Get Done’ by Bent Flyvbjerg and Dan Gardner which was published this year in February. It explains why many projects fail (go over budget, time or are never finished) and what strategies exist to make projects less likely to fail. BOOK | THE INDEPENDENT …