Uganda wins best organizer award at the China International Tourism Industry Expo (CITIE) 2024 Beijing, China | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ugandan Consulate in Guangzhou shone brightly, receiving an accolade today as the Best Organizer at the 2024 China International Tourism Industry Expo (CITIE) in Guangzhou, China. The Ugandan Embassy in …
Read More »The story of Onana, a Premio and 35 minutes to Entebbe Airport
Premio Driver who drove Onana to airport says deal was pre-planned Kampala, Uganda | ISMAEL KIYONGA & DON MUGABI – Kawowo Sports | The Ugandan driver of the Toyota Premio who drove away Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana from Mandela National Stadium, Namboole to Entebbe International Airport says the deal was …
Read More »Bell Obafest 2024 edition announced, promising a multi-sensory experience of food, music and beer
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bell Lager, “the official beer of Enjoyments” has announced the return of the Bell Obafest following a successful first edition held last year. With this year’s edition, the festival will stretch to three days, scheduled for 18th to 20th October at Jahazi Pier Munyonyo. …
Read More »One Moore title in the bag for Zambian
Zambia’s Dayne Jr Moore win first title in Uganda – the 2024 Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open 🟢 19TH Johnnie Walker Uganda Golf Pro Open ⛳ SELECT FINAL RESULTS 🏌 1⃣ Moore 🇿🇲 64 73 72 72 281 -3 2⃣ Nsanzuwera 🇷🇼 66 76 72 68 283 -1 ✳ …
Read More »Vice President Alupo hails strong Uganda-China relations
VP Jessica Alupo: Uganda draws valuable lessons from China’s modernization path BEIJING, China | Xinhua | Uganda has drawn valuable lessons from China’s modernization experience, Ugandan Vice President Jessica Alupo has said. In a written interview with Xinhua for the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in …
Read More »Moore of the same on Day 2 at the Uganda Golf Open
Zambian ace Moore maintains firm grip on leaderboard, 11 Ugandan pros make cut at Uganda Open 🟢 DAY 2 Uganda Pro Golf Open leader board⛳️🏌️ 1⃣ Moore 🇿🇲 64 73 -5 2⃣ Madoya 🇰🇪 66 76 0 3⃣ Celestin 🇷🇼 70 73 +1 4⃣ Ndayisenga 🇷🇼 75 68 +1 ✳ …
Read More »Arua City taken to court for failure to issue Barifa forest permit
Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Maracha County Member of Parliament Denis Oguzu Lee has dragged Arua City to court for refusing to issue a development permit for a proposed ecotourism and recreational centre at Arua Central Forest Reserve locally known as Barifa. In April 2019, the National Forestry Authority …
Read More »ANNIVERSARY: Uganda Airlines shows that time really flies
COMMENT | Samson Tinka | Time really flies. Uganda Airlines marked 5 years in the sky on 28th Aug 2024. That was the date an inaugural flight departed Entebbe for Nairobi. We celebrate these five years because this is a milestone for the national career. The naysayers gave the airlines …
Read More »Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon gives Ugandan tourism a big boost
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On Saturday, running enthusiasts and adventure seekers from around the world gathered in Kasese District for the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon. This event, which attracted participants from over 20 countries, has grown in prominence, with three of its courses receiving certification …
Read More »Egypt announces Africa’s first hydrogen-powered skyscraper, offering a new era for green power
Forbes is set to construct a 50-storey hydrogen-powered building in Egypt, the first of its kind in Africa. This groundbreaking project represents a significant leap in hydrogen innovation and promises to pave the way for more sustainable skyscrapers across the continent. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Egypt is racing …
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