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How Julian Adyeri Omalla turned 50 acres into a 2,000-acre farming enterprise
Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The Ugandan government's decision to allocate Shs 2.26 trillion to the agro-industrialization programme in the 2026/27 national budget—the highest funding ever directed to the sector—underscores the growing recognition of agriculture as the backbone of the country's economy. Agriculture contributes approximately 24% to 26% of Uganda's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), employs … The post How Julian Adyeri Omalla turned 50 acres into a 2,000-acre farming enterprise appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:00:07
IN COURT: Lukwago faces misprision of treason charges
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Kampala Lord Mayor and People's Front for Freedom (PFF) President Erias Lukwago has been brought to the magistrates' court premises at Makindye, where the government is set to charge him with misprision of treason. Medard Ssegona is leading his defence team. Misprision of treason is a criminal offense that occurs … The post IN COURT: Lukwago faces misprision of treason charges appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:00:06
Mandatory FMD mass vaccination sparks debate over new farmer fees
Kitgum, Uganda | URN | A nationwide Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) mass vaccination drive is underway, with a sensitization campaign launched in Kitgum District ahead of the exercise by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF). The strategy marks a fundamental shift in national animal health policy, moving from emergency outbreak … The post Mandatory FMD mass vaccination sparks debate over new farmer fees appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:00:06
NUP's die-hard Ninye Tabz picked-up in Kamwokya
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Unknown security operatives in a reportedly abducted Andrew Nabimanya, alias NinyeTabz, a known NUP supporter. NUP Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya confirmed the illegal arrest on Wednesday evening via his X account, formerly Twitter. According to NUP officials, the anti-corruption whistleblower and photojournalist was picked up Wednesday evening in Kamwokya, … The post NUP's die-hard Ninye Tabz picked-up in Kamwokya appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Africa CDC: Nearly 90% of DRC Ebola contacts untraceable
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in Uganda and the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo remains far from being contained due to major gaps in contact tracing systems, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has warned. Speaking to journalists during a press conference, Dr Jean Kaseya, … The post Africa CDC: Nearly 90% of DRC Ebola contacts untraceable appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Delayed digital number plates choke vehicle acquisition, threaten jobs and business growth
Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Did government hurry to roll out digital number plates? That question is increasingly being asked by motorists, car dealers, transport operators and businesses as Uganda grapples with persistent shortages of digital number plates under the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS), a project being implemented by Joint Stock Company Global … The post Delayed digital number plates choke vehicle acquisition, threaten jobs and business growth appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:00:08
Reach A Hand Africa and Rotary Club Of Lungujja partner to plant trees
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Over 50 trees were planted in households and schools as Reach A Hand Africa, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Lungujja, joined local leaders to commemorate World Environment Day 2026 last week through a community tree-planting initiative. Held under the campaign theme, "Act For Climate. Act For … The post Reach A Hand Africa and Rotary Club Of Lungujja partner to plant trees appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:00:06
Gov't to process titles for landowners in Hoima
Hoima, Uganda | URN | The government is to assist landowners in parts of Bunyoro in titling their land as the region battles rising cases of land grabbing. The World Bank-funded project is led by the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development. Systematic Land Adjudication and Certification (SLAAC) program targets sub-counties, including Kiganja, Bombo, … The post Gov't to process titles for landowners in Hoima appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:00:06
Trump signs MoU with Iran to end war
WASHINGTON | Xinhua Tass | U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Iran aimed at ending the conflict, according to U.S. media reports. Trump confirmed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. "It's signed," he said following a meeting with French President … The post Trump signs MoU with Iran to end war appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Equity Bank Uganda wins top African Business Award
Equity Bank Uganda Named Corporate Business Of The Year At The African Business Chamber African Business Awards 2026 Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Equity Bank Uganda has been named Corporate Business of the Year at the prestigious African Business Chamber (AfBC) African Business Awards 2026, in recognition of its outstanding contribution to financial inclusion, … The post Equity Bank Uganda wins top African Business Award appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:00:07
Portugal draws 1-1 with DRC in FIFA World Cup Group K opener
HOUSTON | Xinhua | Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a subdued 90-minute performance as Portugal was held to a surprise 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their FIFA World Cup Group K opener at Houston Stadium on Wednesday. Portugal struck early when Joao Neves rose high to head home from a corner in the sixth minute, sending … The post Portugal draws 1-1 with DRC in FIFA World Cup Group K opener appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:00:08
Lukwago remanded to Luzira
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Makindye Magistrate's Court has remanded the former Lord Mayor of Kampala, Erias Lukwago, and the President of the People's Front for Freedom, to Luzira Prison on charges of misprision of treason, days after his arrest. Chief Magistrate, Sarah Anne Basemera, read the charge of misprision of treason to Lukwago … The post Lukwago remanded to Luzira appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:06
LoP wants parliament recalled from recess over abuses
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Joel Ssenyonyi has petitioned Speaker Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth to recall Parliament from recess to address what he describes as an escalating wave of human rights violations, enforced disappearances, and growing disregard for the rule of law. In a June 17 letter copied to Deputy Speaker … The post LoP wants parliament recalled from recess over abuses appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Halima Nakaayi to compete in Doha Diamond league
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda's middle-distance runner, Halimah Nakaayi, is set to compete in the women's 800 metres race at the Doha Diamond League in Qatar on Friday, June 19 . This comes as she continues her preparations for major international competitions, including the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The 2019 World champion will line up against … The post Halima Nakaayi to compete in Doha Diamond league appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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