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Football "fans" to design Cranes AFCON jersey
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) and lead sponsor MTN Uganda have launched a challenge for the redesign of the next national team jersey. Artists are expected to pitch ideas to a selection committee, which will, in turn, choose the best design for the jersey for Uganda Cranes at … The post Football "fans" to design Cranes AFCON jersey appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:00:06
Shs6 billion Agago solar-powered water project fails to deliver water
Agago, Uganda | URN | Residents of Lamingonen Sub Parish in Agago District dont have access to clean water after a multi-billion-shilling solar-powered water supply project failed to produce water due to dry geological formations. The affected communities include the villages of Lamingonen Central, Kamuk, Loch-Ken, Lukom, Lamingonen Tee-Got, and Otumpili, as well as Lamingonen … The post Shs6 billion Agago solar-powered water project fails to deliver water appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:00:06
African Development Bank Group approves Shs650 billion for Arua Airport
Arua, Uganda | URN | The African Development Bank Group's Board of Directors has approved over 650 billion shillings (€155.99 million) to finance the upgrade of Arua Airport. It is expected that the upgrade will transform regional air transport and unlock new economic opportunities. With the funding, Arua Airport will be transformed into an international-standard … The post African Development Bank Group approves Shs650 billion for Arua Airport appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:00:07
Justice Madrama defends Law Development Centre standards
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The outgoing Chairperson of the Law Development Centre (LDC) Management Committee, Justice Christopher Izama Madrama, has defended the institution's strict academic standards, saying they are essential to protecting the integrity of Uganda's legal profession. Speaking at the LDC's 53rd graduation ceremony, where 1,563 students graduated with the Postgraduate Diploma in … The post Justice Madrama defends Law Development Centre standards appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:00:05
How a poultry loss led to a digital management tool
Entrepreneur Mengué Diouf is helping poultry farmers use real-time monitoring and data management to improve oversight, reduce losses, and make more informed decisions. Her technology is helping Senegal become more food self-sufficient. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Before setting foot on her poultry farm, Mengué Diouf already knows how her birds are … The post How a poultry loss led to a digital management tool appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:05
Uganda in bilateral talks with DRC to boost Ebola treatment center in Ar'u
Ar'u, DRC | URN | Ugandan health and security officials are in high level talks over joint management of the Ebola treatment center in Ar'u in DR Congo. Currently the government of DR Congo has established a satellite center to manage the pandemic but with limited capacity, a situation that is reportedly forcing many Congolese … The post Uganda in bilateral talks with DRC to boost Ebola treatment center in Ar'u appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:06
Trump expects Iran to agree to final deal within 60 days
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he expects Iran to agree to a final deal within 60 days of the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU). If no deal is reached within 60 days beginning Thursday, "we will do things that won't make them happy," Trump said at Joint … The post Trump expects Iran to agree to final deal within 60 days appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:00:06
Union launches 'Kili Clear', a major step toward making sanitary pads accessible to everyone
SSENOGA: We realised that we don't have quality sanitary pads at an affordable price in Uganda. After long research and study, we came up with Union Sanitary Pads under a campaign, Kili Clear Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It's an age-old story in Uganda. Thousands of girls and women continue to face barriers … The post Union launches 'Kili Clear', a major step toward making sanitary pads accessible to everyone appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:00:06
Besigye lawyer urges courts against retreating from duty to protect liberty
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The denial of bail to former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has reignited debate over whether Uganda's courts are living up to their constitutional duty to protect personal liberty. One of Dr Besigye's lawyers, Abubaker Sekanjako, argues that the judiciary is increasingly retreating from its role as the guardian of … The post Besigye lawyer urges courts against retreating from duty to protect liberty appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:00:06
What UNEB can learn from other examination bodies on direct fee payments
Kampala, Uganda | URN | As the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) registration period enters its final phase, questions are growing over whether the current system of collecting examination fees through schools leaves room for abuse. Parents and other education stakeholders are urging UNEB to consider a direct payment model where candidates or their guardians … The post What UNEB can learn from other examination bodies on direct fee payments appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:05
African footballers shine at the World Cup, but not for Africa
Despite African brilliance on the world stage, players increasingly choose foreign flags, citing better organisation, respect and pathways than African federations offer, writes Sean Andah. African players are never far from the pinnacle of the world's game. The perfect illustration of this can be seen in France and its approach both to development in football … The post African footballers shine at the World Cup, but not for Africa appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:06
Stanbic partnerships boost maternal healthcare services in Karamoja
Amudat, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | About a month ago, Maria Chepsok, a Traditional Birth Attendant (TBA) in Karita sub-county lost her sister-in law due to complications during childbirth. Matters were not helped by a lack of funds to fuel the ambulance at the nearest health centre, and later having to trek 24 kilometres into … The post Stanbic partnerships boost maternal healthcare services in Karamoja appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:07
Topistar Di Congo, artist who has risen from the ashes of the Kyaka Refugee settlement
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | It is a story of one rising from the ashes. Congolese-born Christophe Biluge Birhakabulirwa—known globally as Topistar Di Congo—is set to make his mark in the capital, Kampala. The 21-year-old has made his name navigating from the stark realities of the Kyaka II Refugee Settlement and is set … The post Topistar Di Congo, artist who has risen from the ashes of the Kyaka Refugee settlement appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:07
Uganda police expands grassroots presence with 200 model stations
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda Police Force is constructing 200 Sub-County Policing Model Stations across the country. The initiative is part of the efforts to improve police accommodation, enhance security services, and strengthening police presence at the grassroots level. Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) James Apora said significant progress has already been … The post Uganda police expands grassroots presence with 200 model stations appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:08
Ainamani wins MTN Pro Tees Leg 1 as Bagalana aces hole 12 at Ebb Club
Entebbe, Uganda | PHILLIP CORRY | Abraham Ainamani secured a 2-stroke victory over a strong field of 35 professionals to triumph after 4 rounds of action in the inaugural MTN Pro Tees Golf Series at Entebbe Club on Friday. The Palm Valley Golf Club professional sunk a total of 11 birdies and 4 eagles as he … The post Ainamani wins MTN Pro Tees Leg 1 as Bagalana aces hole 12 at Ebb Club appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Burundi to host World Swahili Day celebration as AI shapes regional language push
Kigali, Burundi | THE INDEPENDENT | Burundi will host the fifth World Swahili Language Day celebrations and the third international conference of the East African Kiswahili Commission (KAKAMA) from July 5 to 7, bringing together delegates from across East Africa and beyond to discuss the future of Kiswahili in the era of artificial intelligence. The conference, … The post Burundi to host World Swahili Day celebration as AI shapes regional language push appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:00:04
Why the real math of running a Ugandan school is outside the classroom
COMMENT | WENSI NIWAGABA | Through our engagement with educational institutions across Uganda, KCB Bank Uganda has gained a unique perspective on the realities of running a school. Every year, thousands of school proprietors across Uganda sign up for the beautiful, harrowing promise of building a legacy through education. Yet, by the time the … The post Why the real math of running a Ugandan school is outside the classroom appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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