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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:00:41
First Oil And Beyond: The social licence
COMMENT | ALI SSEKATAWA | The year is 2029. Location: Masaka City. Venue: Ssekabaka Daudi Chwa II EACOP Stadium. On a wet November afternoon as the rain beats a gentle rhythm, the Kabaka of Buganda, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi, makes a grand entrance for the finale of the Masaza Cup, the annual Buganda Kingdom football tournament … The post First Oil And Beyond: The social licence appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:00:36
Why gov't injected Shs60 billion to promote coffee growing in northern Uganda
NEWS ANALYSIS | URN | The Assistant Commissioner for Planning from the Ministry of Agriculture Industry Animal Industry and Fisheries(MAAIF) Colins Amanya has described as an affirmative action programme the injection of 60 billion shillings into the expansion of coffee growing in the Northern region. Amanya told the ongoing negotiations sitting of the central government … The post Why gov't injected Shs60 billion to promote coffee growing in northern Uganda appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:00:36
Building a safer alcohol market by tackling illicit trade
COMMENT | EMMANUEL NJUKI | Do consumers know what they are drinking, how it was produced and whether it is safe? This is a fundamental question in any discussion about alcohol and consumer protection, yet it often receives too little attention. Every product intended for human consumption should meet basic safety requirements. Its ingredients … The post Building a safer alcohol market by tackling illicit trade appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Aug 2026 13:59:03
Chemonges Leonard, Japchumba Margaret headline Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon as Uganda's only World Athletics Label Race marks fifth edition
Kasese turned green on Saturday, August 22, as thousands of runners, spectators, community members and visitors from across Africa and beyond gathered in the western Ugandan town for the fifth edition of the Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon. For the first time, the Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon was staged as a World Athletics Label The post Chemonges Leonard, Japchumba Margaret headline Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon as Uganda's only World Athletics Label Race marks fifth edition first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:06:43
Johnnie Walker's Afro Exchange puts African creativity in the spotlight at Bold Fashion Week
Kampala came alive with African fashion and creativity on Friday, August 21, as the inaugural Bold Fashion Week brought together designers, creatives, fashion enthusiasts and industry players for an evening celebrating the continent's evolving fashion landscape. Held at Motiv in Bugolobi, the runway showcased 10 African designers, bringing together established Ugandan labels, emerging talent and The post Johnnie Walker's Afro Exchange puts African creativity in the spotlight at Bold Fashion Week first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:33:45
Dokta Brain dreams of writing for Bebe Cool
For songwriter Dokta Brain, there are still a few boxes left unticked on his musical bucket list. And sitting high on that list is one name: veteran singer Bebe Cool. The hit songwriter, who has already written for several prominent artistes, has revealed that one of his biggest dreams is to one day write a The post Dokta Brain dreams of writing for Bebe Cool first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:00:44
Mother in Bunga killings tells police marital dispute drove her actions
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Dorothy Namayo, a 43-year-old Kenyan national, has told police she planned to kill all her children and then take her own life because of prolonged domestic conflicts with her husband. The suspect, who remains under medical treatment, informed detectives that the constant wrangles in her marriage had become unbearable. Kampala … The post Mother in Bunga killings tells police marital dispute drove her actions appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:00:45
Olara Otunnu gains ground in second UN Secretary-General straw poll
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda's candidate for United Nations Secretary-General, Ambassador Olara Otunnu, has improved his standing in the second informal Security Council straw poll, increasing his "encouraged" votes from two to five, although he remains some distance from the leading candidates in the race. The second-round results, received by Otunnu from the President … The post Olara Otunnu gains ground in second UN Secretary-General straw poll appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:00:45
With the Uganda-Tanzania energy deals, Museveni pushing EAC integration into overdrive
COMMENT | OBED K KATUREEBE | Across Africa, informed senior citizens know that President Yoweri Museveni is passionate about integrating the continent if we are to survive in this crudely competitive capitalist world order. In his view, the USA … The post With the Uganda-Tanzania energy deals, Museveni pushing EAC integration into overdrive appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:00:45
Movit Africa wins top award at Rwanda International Trade Fair 2026
World of Ubwiza earns Movit Africa Best Exhibitor award – Manufacturing at Rwanda International Trade Fair 2026 Kigali, Rwanda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Movit Africa has been named best exhibitor in manufacturing at the 2026 Rwanda International Trade Fair, recognizing the beauty and personal care company's standout exhibition and engagement with consumers and … The post Movit Africa wins top award at Rwanda International Trade Fair 2026 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:00:45
Crossing Hoima Road: The daily gamble facing Nansana pedestrians
Kampala, Uganda | URN | For residents living along Hoima Road in Nansana, crossing from one side of the road to the other has become one of the most dangerous parts of daily life. A routine trip to a shop, church or taxi stage can mean waiting for up to 15 minutes for a break … The post Crossing Hoima Road: The daily gamble facing Nansana pedestrians appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:34:28
Meet the International Fashion Designers set for the Uganda International Fashion Week
With just days to the highly anticipated return of the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW), organizers have shared a lineup of iconic international designers from across Africa, and India, that are set to showcase at Uganda's biggest fashion platform. The continental and global designers bring with them years of experience from fashion houses, creative industries The post Meet the International Fashion Designers set for the Uganda International Fashion Week first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:44:05
Luutu, Pavie Take Lead at Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open
Elijah Luutu and Cathie Pavie on Friday, 21 August 2026, emerged leaders in the men's and ladies' categories respectively after the opening round of the Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open at Uganda Golf Club in Kampala. Luutu carded a level par 72 on the par 72 course to establish a commanding five stroke lead at The post Luutu, Pavie Take Lead at Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:00:47
Paratus Uganda launches Starlink services for enterprise customers
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Paratus Uganda has launched Starlink's low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet service for enterprise customers, becoming the first provider in Uganda to offer the service following the formal licensing of Starlink. The launch follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding and operational licence agreement between the Uganda Communications Commission … The post Paratus Uganda launches Starlink services for enterprise customers appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:00:47
DRC receives 1st batch of Ebola vaccine doses as outbreak kills over 2,500
KINSHASA, DRC | Xinhua | The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) on Friday received the first batch of Ebola vaccine doses as it stepped up efforts to contain the ongoing outbreak that has infected more than 5,000 people and killed over 2,500. A total of 16,520 doses of the Ervebo vaccine arrived at the … The post DRC receives 1st batch of Ebola vaccine doses as outbreak kills over 2,500 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:00:48
UN Security Council holds 2nd straw poll on secretary-general candidates
UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | The Security Council on Friday held its second straw poll on the candidates for the next UN secretary-general. "The second round of straw polls has taken place," said Christina Markus Lassen, the UN ambassador of Denmark, whose country holds the rotating presidency of the Security Council for the month of … The post UN Security Council holds 2nd straw poll on secretary-general candidates appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:00:48
Court grants Mabirizi mandatory bail
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate's Court granted embattled lawyer Male Mabirizi mandatory bail after finding that he had spent more than the constitutionally prescribed 60 days on remand without his trial commencing. Chief Magistrate Ritah Neumbe Kidasa, on Friday, delivered the ruling in Kampala and ordered Mabirizi's release on conditions … The post Court grants Mabirizi mandatory bail appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:00:48
UGEITI to release fifth extractives report on September 23
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (UGEITI) will release its fifth report on September 23 in Kampala, officials announced on Thursday. The report is expected to provide updated information on Uganda's oil, gas and mining sectors, including revenues, production, corporate participation and the contribution of extractive resources to the … The post UGEITI to release fifth extractives report on September 23 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:00:48
Euro Gold targets 2,000 jobs as Yumbe mining project begins
Yumbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Euro Gold Refinery has launched a new mining site in Yumbe District, marking the company's entry into what it hopes will become a significant expansion of its gold operations in the West Nile region. The project, officially launched by State Minister for Energy and Mineral Development Phiona Nyamutoro, comes … The post Euro Gold targets 2,000 jobs as Yumbe mining project begins appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:00:49
Luutu takes five shot lead at Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship Seniors Open
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Elijah Luutu took a surprise lead going into today's final day of the Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship Seniors Open at Uganda Golf Club after carding an incredible level par 72. With a 5-stroke lead, Luutu could well pocket his first seniors' title by a mile Saturday … The post Luutu takes five shot lead at Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship Seniors Open appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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