Kampala Geopolitics Conference highlights Africa’s role in AI governance and peacebuilding KAMPALA, UGANDA | Patricia Akankwatsa | The 8th edition of the Kampala Geopolitics Conference commenced on April 9, 2025, at Makerere University, emphasizing Africa’s perspectives in international debates. The event convened scholars, policymakers, diplomats, and students to deliberate on pressing …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The victims of floods that swept through Kampala last week have appealed to the government for relief support. Many were left homeless and have suffered significant property damage. The heavy downpour rendered several roads leading to the city center impassable. Furthermore, sections of the …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | At least six people including two minors were killed by floods following the heavy downpour in Kampala. Wednesday’s downpour also left hundreds of travellers stranded due to flooded and impassable roads. The rain that lasted hours started in the wee hours cutting off several …
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This initiative is expected to benefit one million additional residents and includes the installation of 2,600 prepaid meters in informal settlements to enhance water access Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda government has secured Shs 340 billion ( €85 million) loan from the French Agency for Development (AFD) to expand …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | In the streets of Kampala, bodabodas have become an essential part of urban transportation, driving daily commutes and fueling economic activity. However, what was once a typically male-dominated industry is now undergoing a remarkable transformation, with women who once hesitated to join the trade …
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Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Nansana Municipality is set to benefit from a significant road construction and upgrading project under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Program (GKMA-UDP).The initiative aims to enhance road infrastructure, improve mobility, and support economic activities within the municipality. Winner Global Enterprises Ltd, the …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Police have identified the two people who died in the Wednesday fire that gutted the Sunrise Hotel Building in Kampala. Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, Patrick Onyango, has identified the victims as Akot Akol Arop Chan, a South Sudan National and Shineni Mwinsadi, a …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Police have identified the names of two people who died in the Wednesday fire that gutted the Sunrise Hotel Building in Kampala. The fire, which started at around 10:00 am, was in the basement shops of the Sunshine Hotel Building, located near Namayiba …
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KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Five people have been confirmed dead and 21 others injured in a road crash involving nine vehicles. The accident occurred on Wednesday at 9 pm in Mayanja Valley at Kagoma along the Kampala-Bombo Road. Michael Kananura, the Traffic Police Spokesperson, said that preliminary investigations …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has commissioned the Kampala Flyover Project, aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving road networks in the city. The project is part of the government’s broader efforts to modernize urban transport and boost economic growth. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
