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TECNO to showcase borderless phone, 360° hinge laptop at IFA 2026
Berlin, Germany | THE INDEPENDENT | TECNO is set to showcase a new generation of smartphones, laptops and smart devices at IFA ShowStoppers 2026 in Berlin, as the technology company expands its push into premium design, artificial intelligence and connected consumer devices. The company will headline its showcase with the Next-Gen Bezelless Concept Phone, which … The post TECNO to showcase borderless phone, 360° hinge laptop at IFA 2026 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:00:46
Government moves to enforce waste sorting at source
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The government plans to enforce waste sorting at source across the country as part of efforts to improve waste management, reduce poor disposal practices and promote recycling. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja said households, institutions and large organisations will be expected to separate waste at the point of disposal, with local governments … The post Government moves to enforce waste sorting at source appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:28
Why Uganda has imposed one-month freeze on new mineral licences
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda has imposed an immediate one-month moratorium on the granting of new mineral licences and exploration rights as the government moves to tighten oversight, eliminate speculative claims and align the mining sector with its economic transformation agenda. The temporary freeze was announced by Energy and Mineral Development Minister Dr Monica … The post Why Uganda has imposed one-month freeze on new mineral licences appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:28
UCC launches study on smartphone usage as Uganda targets universal coverage by 2030
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has launched a study to assess the usage and impact of mobile phones, particularly smartphones, in Uganda as the country works towards achieving 100 percent national network coverage by 2030. The assessment will examine smartphone penetration, the cost of devices, and challenges affecting access to phone-based … The post UCC launches study on smartphone usage as Uganda targets universal coverage by 2030 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:28
Tooro elders' meeting halted by security
Fort Portal, Uganda | URN | Personnel from the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UDPF) and the Police have been deployed at the Tooro Kingdom administrative offices at Muchwa in Fort Portal City. The Muchwa also houses the kingdom's parliamentary chambers (Orukurato Orukuru Orwensanju). The deployment followed an announcement by Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister Calvin Armstrong … The post Tooro elders' meeting halted by security appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:00:34
Why Gen. Muhoozi is right: Uganda should regulate alcohol abuse, not bar opening hours
OPINION | JULIUS BUSINGE | At 10:32pm on August 31, 2026, Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba posted on his X account: "In Uganda, people can dance and drink up to morning. Also, women are allowed to dress anyway they want." At 11:07pm, he followed with another message: "Opening and closing hours for bars and … The post Why Gen. Muhoozi is right: Uganda should regulate alcohol abuse, not bar opening hours appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:00:29
Restoring Bugoma-Budongo Corridor: A lifeline for Uganda's endangered chimpanzees
Budongo, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Across the scenic Murchison Landscape of Western Uganda, the northern Albertine Rift is celebrated for its outstanding biodiversity richness. The region harbors an astounding ecological community, accounting for 52% of Africa's bird species, 39% of its mammal species, 19% of its amphibian species, 14% of its reptile … The post Restoring Bugoma-Budongo Corridor: A lifeline for Uganda's endangered chimpanzees appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:00:30
'Compensate family of rider killed on National Cleaning Day'
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Katikamu County South Member of Parliament, Hassan Kirumira has asked the government to investigate the shooting of a 28-year-old boda boda rider during a national cleaning exercise in Luweero District and compensate his bereaved family. Kirumira raised the matter during the plenary sitting chaired by Speaker Jacob Marksons Oboth … The post 'Compensate family of rider killed on National Cleaning Day' appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:00:47
King Oyo's development legacy
NEWS ANALYSIS | URN | The late Tooro King, Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, leaves behind a legacy of development initiatives spanning agriculture, youth empowerment, education, health, sports, tourism, and environmental conservation after 31 years on the Tooro throne. King Oyo died on August 27 at the age of 34 while receiving treatment … The post King Oyo's development legacy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:00:47
President Museveni to name Uganda's crude oil blend
Buliisa, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Museveni is expected to preside over the naming of Uganda's crude oil blend during a visit to oil development projects in the Albertine Graben, as the country moves closer to commercial production. The President is expected to visit key oil development facilities as Uganda prepares to give … The post President Museveni to name Uganda's crude oil blend appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:00:47
Uganda names its crude oil today ahead of market entry
All set for historic naming ceremony of Ugandan crude oil Kikuube, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Uganda will today unveil the name of its crude oil, giving the grade a commercial identity ahead of its planned entry into the global market, at a ceremony at the Kingfisher production facility on the shores of … The post Uganda names its crude oil today ahead of market entry appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:00:47
Luuka mourns Arsenal fan who collapsed during match
Luuka, Uganda | URN | A renowned Arsenal fan in Luuka District, Moses Mpoya, has died after collapsing while watching his club's match against Aston Villa on Sunday night. Mpoya, a resident of Bulamya Village in Bukooma Sub-county, reportedly collapsed from his seat during first-half stoppage time at a video hall where he had gone … The post Luuka mourns Arsenal fan who collapsed during match appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:00:14
Five former winners back to seek Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open glory
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | With five winners of the past 6 editions in action, the highly anticipated Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open that officially teed off today at the par-72 Uganda Golf Club promises a thrilling climax. The four-round tournament brings together a dynamic continental field. They are all competing for a … The post Five former winners back to seek Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open glory appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:00:14
Supreme Court acquits woman jailed for husband's murder
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Supreme Court has overturned the conviction and sentence of Jackline Nakku, who had been jailed for murdering her husband. The Court held that the Court of Appeal failed to properly re-evaluate the circumstantial evidence. Naku was left with about 4 years and 10 Months to complete her 20-year … The post Supreme Court acquits woman jailed for husband's murder appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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