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Socialite Don Chris jobs fraud victims rise to 655
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The number of victims accusing city socialite Christian Asiimwe, alias Don Chris, of defrauding them through a fraudulent overseas labour recruitment scheme has risen from about 350 to 655. Don Chris, the former director of the now-defunct labour recruitment company Sky Pins Tours and Travel, was arrested on August … The post Socialite Don Chris jobs fraud victims rise to 655 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Xi arrives in Cairo for state visit to Egypt
Xi says China, Egypt set example of friendship, solidarity between developing countries Cairo, Egypt | XINHUA | Chinese President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that China and Egypt set an example of friendship, solidarity and coordination between developing countries, with strong political mutual trust, fruitful mutually beneficial cooperation, and close and effective coordination … The post Xi arrives in Cairo for state visit to Egypt appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Stigma keeps Ugandans with mental illness from care
The World Health Organisation estimates that more than one billion people globally live with a mental health condition NEWS ANALYSIS | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | The tendency to link mental illness to violent crime is reinforcing stigma and preventing many Ugandans from seeking help, mental health specialists have warned. Experts say most people with … The post Stigma keeps Ugandans with mental illness from care appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Uganda Airlines recruits pilots
Kampala, Uganda | AGENCIES | Uganda Airlines is recruiting Boeing 737 pilots as it prepares to shift from wet-leased aircraft to dry leases, a move that could cut leasing costs and give the national carrier greater control over its operations. The airline has advertised positions for Boeing 737 captains and First Officers as it … The post Uganda Airlines recruits pilots appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Boom in agriculture and agro-industrialisation drives Pearl Bank to sh1 trillion loan milestone
Pearl Bank Loan Book Hits UGX 1 Trillion as Growth Strategy Gains Momentum Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Pearl Bank, whose purpose is to foster prosperity for Uganda, has announced that its loan book has crossed the sh1 trillion mark, a major milestone in the Bank's transformation and its growing role in financing … The post Boom in agriculture and agro-industrialisation drives Pearl Bank to sh1 trillion loan milestone appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Xi calls for SCO to strive for higher quality development, promote better global governance
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers an important speech during the 26th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Sept. 1, 2026. (Xinhua/Zhai Jianlan) BISHKEK | Xinhua | Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that China is ready to work with all parties … The post Xi calls for SCO to strive for higher quality development, promote better global governance appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:00:29
NWSC promises Package 2B will resolve Greater Kampala's water gap
A 7.7-kilometre bulk pipeline running from Namugongo through Bulindo, Nsasa and Mulawa to the Kira–Kasangati road is due to be ready from December 2026, bringing improved supply to Namugongo, Kira, Buwaate, Bulindo, Mulawa, Kasangati and surrounding areas ahead of full completion. Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The government of Uganda … The post NWSC promises Package 2B will resolve Greater Kampala's water gap appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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DPP wants more plea-bargaining sessions to clear Kiryandongo case backlog
Kiryandongo, Uganda | URN | Plea-bargaining sessions in Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement should be held four times a year instead of twice to help clear the growing backlog of criminal cases and bring justice closer to refugees, the Director of Public Prosecutions has said. DPP Lino Anguzu made the call on Tuesday while officiating at a … The post DPP wants more plea-bargaining sessions to clear Kiryandongo case backlog appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Uganda's crude oil to be called 'PEARL SWEET'
Museveni names Uganda's crude oil Pearl Sweet ahead of first exports Hoima, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Uganda has named its crude oil Pearl Sweet, giving the grade a commercial identity so it can be priced, marketed and sold to international refiners as the country moves to within weeks of its first oil. … The post Uganda's crude oil to be called 'PEARL SWEET' appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Housing Finance Bank strengthens sustainability drive
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Housing Finance Bank is strengthening the integration of sustainability into its financing, governance and commercial decisions as it seeks to build long-term value for customers, businesses and the wider economy. The Bank's sustainability drive has been reinforced by its certification under the Sustainability Standards and Certification Initiative (SSCI), marking … The post Housing Finance Bank strengthens sustainability drive appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Musasizi tasks accountants on fiscal discipline and accountability
Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Henry Musasizi, the minister of finance planning and economic development has challenged accountants to move beyond traditional financial reporting and become strategic partners in safeguarding public resources, strengthening fiscal discipline and improving economic decision- making. Musasizi said accountants have a critical responsibility to ensure public funds are efficiently managed and … The post Musasizi tasks accountants on fiscal discipline and accountability appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Over 100 patients sent to Mbale after blood shortage hits Bududa
Mbale, Uganda | URN | More than 150 patients were referred from Bududa District to Mbale Regional Referral Hospital in the 2025/2026 financial year because of inadequate blood supplies, according to the District Health Officer. The shortage is reflected in the district's request to the Mbale Regional Blood Bank. Bududa requested 6,000 units of blood … The post Over 100 patients sent to Mbale after blood shortage hits Bududa appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Midway through my latest adventure – are you with me?
I've had such fun recording this for you! Which episode of the East Africa Travel Podcast by Diary of a Muzungu is your favourite? A recap of season two's guests. All recorded on location. The post Midway through my latest adventure are you with me? appeared first on Diary of a Muzungu.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:50:00
Simple Eye Test and Glasses Could Double a Ugandan Child's Lifetime Earnings
Global eye health experts are urging parents in Uganda to prioritise eye tests for their children as they prepare to return to school, with new data showing that a simple eye examination and a pair of glasses could significantly improve a child's future earning potential. According to the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness The post Simple Eye Test and Glasses Could Double a Ugandan Child's Lifetime Earnings first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:45:16
How Tooro is preparing to send off King Oyo and choose his successor
The Tooro Kingdom has begun putting in place the traditional structures that will guide the final send-off of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, while preparations are also underway to identify and formally announce the next king. Following the monarchs death, the Babiito royal clan has taken centre stage in organising the cultural rites The post How Tooro is preparing to send off King Oyo and choose his successor first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:00:37
Tenants, corporate employees faulted for shunning National Cleaning Day
Gulu, Uganda | URN | Local leaders in Gulu City have criticised tenants and corporate employees for failing to participate in the National Cleaning Day exercise, despite living and working in areas grappling with poor sanitation. The leaders say some tenants believe cleaning their surroundings is the responsibility of landlords, while some corporate employees have similarly … The post Tenants, corporate employees faulted for shunning National Cleaning Day appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Zimbabwe's e-mobility drive gains traction with Chinese EVs
HARARE | Xinhua | Zimbabwe's drive toward electric mobility is gaining momentum, with growing interest in electric vehicles (EVs) signaling a shift toward more sustainable transport systems, as showcased at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show. At the six-day show, which ended Saturday in Zimbabwe's capital, Harare, the Central Mechanical Equipment Department (CMED), a state enterprise … The post Zimbabwe's e-mobility drive gains traction with Chinese EVs appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:00:15
Why Saudi Arabia is making a play for East Africa
Riyadh wants ports, minerals, food and influence. East African governments want the capital NEWS ANALYSIS | IAN KATUSIIME | In late January, a delegation of Saudi Arabian investors and officials arrived in Port Lamu, Kenya, with an eye on one of East Africa's most ambitious infrastructure projects. Led by Saudi Arabian Ambassador, Khalid … The post Why Saudi Arabia is making a play for East Africa appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Bugisu Cultural Institution partners with OWC, deploys UBOS tablets in major coffee survey
Mbale, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The Bugisu Cultural Institution has, in partnership with Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) embarked on a rapid assessment of the Arabica coffee situation on the foothills of Mount Elgon. This is aimed at generating baseline data for the preparation of a strategic investment plan for the sub-region's main traditional … The post Bugisu Cultural Institution partners with OWC, deploys UBOS tablets in major coffee survey appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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