Uganda Opens New Vienna Mission to Power Nuclear Energy Ambitions

Fudrikali community set to benefit from agricultural boost

Members of Fudrikoli Being addressed by Zoe Bakoko, Richard Matua and other Leaders on July 20th. PHOTO URN Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Residents of Fudrikali, an impoverished village in Oluko, Ayivu East Division, Arua City, are set to...

Why Tanzania drums up for Libya’s stability

TANZANIA: TANZANIA has expressed its enthusiasm to see Libya gets back to stability from the prevailing situation, marked by political fragmentation, institutional paralysis, recurrent armed clashes and external interference. The Minister for...

WPRD Festival 2025 closes with powerful fireside chat on leadership

The 2025 edition of the World Public Relations Day (WPRD) Festival concluded on a high note last Friday with a transformative fireside chat that brought together seasoned communication professionals and rising talents to explore the critical role...

NARO, FAO commit collaboration in agriculture research

Dr. Baguma and Dr. Qu on field inspection at the NARO research center in Namulonge. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda and the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening...

Uganda urged to rethink corruption fight

SEATINI Uganda Executive Director, Jane Nalunga Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Africa marked the anti-corruption fight day, Uganda was urged to reconsider her own way of dealing with the vice, if a headway is to be made, since the...

Why did the US stock market fall? 3 reasons behind $1.1tn wipe out in single day

Wall Street suffered a sharp sell-off on Friday, wiping out more than $1.1 trillion in market value. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.23%, the S&P 500 slid 1.6%, and the Nasdaq Composite sank 2.24%, Reuters reported. The market ended in...

Zert Essential: Leading the way in Ugandan content creation and film direction

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, Ugandan media personality and entrepreneur Zert Essential is carving out a niche for himself as a leading figure in content creation and film direction. With a remarkable...

Engineer Ben Debrah receives prestigious Africa award 

By Christopher Tetteh Sunyani, (Bono), July 22, GNA-Mr Richard Ben Debrah, the Head of the Works Department at the Tema West Municipal Assembly, has received the prestigious title of “African Ambassador for Infrastructure Development and...

Industrialising policy: Harvard alumni note growth, gaps

Industrialising policy: Harvard alumni note growth, gaps A Harvard delegation visiting Uganda has observed a mixed industrial environment, where advanced manufacturers and small-scale artisans coexist. During their seven-day mission, the alumni...

Uganda business outlook improves as analysts cite election spending boost

Uganda business outlook improves as analysts cite election spending boost Uganda’s business confidence is showing signs of improvement, partly fueled by expectations of increased election-related spending. However, challenges persist, especially...

City tycoon Shumuk Mukesh commended for tackling unemployment in Uganda

The Chief Executive Officer of Shumuk Group, Mr. Shukla Mukesh, has been widely recognised by Ugandans for his efforts in combating unemployment in the country. Many Ugandans have expressed their appreciation, acknowledging that the city tycoon...

Uganda’s Utilities 2.0 Model Shows How Collaboration Can Accelerate African Electrification

Last Updated on: 23rd July 2025, 03:51 am By Power for All A pilot project in rural Uganda demonstrates that utilities and mini-grid operators working together can deliver electricity 3.5 times faster and 64% cheaper than traditional approaches....

Kampala Auto Show grows bigger with innovations

The fourth edition of the Kampala Auto Show concluded over the weekend, attracting more than 5,000 auto enthusiasts. The annual event once again brought together vehicle manufacturers, spare parts dealers, auto financing institutions, insurers,...

Uganda’s Economy in June 2025, Growth Amid Rising Prices

By David Mwanje Uganda’s economy is showing strength but faces challenges as prices for everyday goods like matooke and beans creep up, according to the June 2025 “Performance of the Economy” report from the Ministry of Finance. For local traders...

World Vision closes operations in Kakumiro

Pupils sponsored by World Vision performing music dance at Kisengwe primary school in Kakumiro District. World Vision has closed operations in Kasambya area program in Kakumiro. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | World Vision Uganda has closed...

Cassava disease outbreak halts cutting distribution in Northern Uganda

Cassava disease outbreak halts cutting distribution in Northern Uganda The outbreak of cassava brown streak has forced agronomists to halt the sale and distribution of cassava cuttings in several parts of northern Uganda. Officials at the National...

Uganda and Tanzania strengthen ICT partnership

Uganda’s Minister for ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi (right), shares a light moment at the meeting Minister praises Kilimanjaro Telecom for boosting regional digital connectivity Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s...

Uganda’s culinary crossroads: Balancing fast food convenience with healthy home-cooked meals

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s food landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by a growing tension between the convenience of fast food and the enduring value of traditional, healthy diets. This shift has profound...

Uganda’s Next War

Drone swarm technology has taken over modern warfare. Advancements in unmanned aerial systems have raised debate on whether Uganda is ready for the next theatre of battle ANALYSIS | IAN KATUSIIME | Uganda’ Sukhoi MK 30 fighter jets could be...