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Uganda's betting boom

A digital gambling revolution is swelling state revenues—but regulators fear the costs of success   NEWS ANALYSIS | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda's gaming industry has become one of the country's most striking digital-economy success stories, generating record revenues for the government as online betting, mobile money and football fandom converge to create a rapidly expanding … The post Uganda's betting boom appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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PICTURES: Janet Museveni welcomes Bishop Osborn

    Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | First Lady Janet Museveni has today welcomed international evangelist Bishop Dr LaDonna C. Osborn at State House Entebbe. She is here for Pastor Patience Rwabwogo's consecration as an Episcopal bishop on August 23. It is one of the first public appearances for the First Lady, who has been … The post PICTURES: Janet Museveni welcomes Bishop Osborn appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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Ecuador intelligence chief and five Americans killed in Kenya helicopter crash

Michele Sensi-Contugi, and his wife Stephany Hollihan among the seven people killed in the crash.

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Questions remain over Vieira deal amid Senegal uncertainty

Questions remain over the appointment of Patrick Vieira as Senegals new head coach, with the countrys football federation riven by off-field issues.

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The Otunnu formula comes full circle

  The Ugandan who helped shape the UN's succession game now wants to win it   Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | There is a delicious piece of irony in Olara Otunnu's surprising bid to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations. The Ugandan diplomat is now preparing to campaign inside a selection process whose … The post The Otunnu formula comes full circle appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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Andrew Wilson Orlando tells court of special power bank that recorded Besigye coup plot

  Spy Camera Hidden in Power Bank Used to Record Besigye, Court Told   Kampala, Uganda | URN | A covert camera hidden in a power bank was used to secretly record meetings in which opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye allegedly discussed plans to acquire weapons and overthrow the Ugandan government, the High Court in … The post Andrew Wilson Orlando tells court of special power bank that recorded Besigye coup plot appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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Betika commits Shs100m to Ntugasaze FC as club enters Uganda Premier League

  Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Betika Uganda has announced a Shs100 million partnership with newly promoted Ntugasaze Football Club, backing the club's historic debut in the Uganda Premier League during the 2026/27 season. The partnership, unveiled on August 19 at Kira Road Police Grounds, Ntugasaze's home venue for the new campaign, will support … The post Betika commits Shs100m to Ntugasaze FC as club enters Uganda Premier League appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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Balaam calls for tougher anti-corruption measures in local governments

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Minister of Local Government Balaam Barugahara has called for stronger accountability and anti-corruption measures in local governments, warning that the misuse of public funds is undermining service delivery across the country. Balaam was speaking during the official opening of the Financial Year 2027/2028 National Negotiations between the central government and … The post Balaam calls for tougher anti-corruption measures in local governments appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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I was born in South Africa, says beauty queen facing legal bid to deport her

Chidimma Adetshina is challenging efforts to have her deported from South Africa, which she says is her home.

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Trump orders halt to Iran talks

WASHINGTON | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday instructed his top envoys to halt their conversations with Iran, according to a CNN report, citing U.S. officials. Trump told his negotiating team, including Vice President JD Vance and envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, not to engage with Tehran despite what officials described as … The post Trump orders halt to Iran talks appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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VA Sherry backs Uganda's first Miss Universe queen as global pageant beckons

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | VA Sherry has reaffirmed its commitment to women's empowerment after hosting Mitchelle Daka, Uganda's first-ever Miss Universe Uganda, at Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) headquarters in Luzira as she prepares to represent the country on the global stage. Daka, who was crowned on Aug. 1, was joined by first runner-up … The post VA Sherry backs Uganda's first Miss Universe queen as global pageant beckons appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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First witness Andrew Wilson testifies as judge rules case can proceed without Besigye

  Kampala, Uganda | URN |  The High Court in Kampala began hearing the treason case against jailed opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye in his absence Tuesday. At the commencement of the trial, the prosecution asked the court to proceed without him. Criminal Division Judge Emmanuel Baguma allowed the trial to continue after an Assistant Superintendent … The post First witness Andrew Wilson testifies as judge rules case can proceed without Besigye appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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Finance Minister Musasizi defends criteria for tax remission

  Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Finance has clarified the criteria and procedure taxpayers must follow when seeking remission of tax liabilities, stressing that the measure is reserved for exceptional circumstances and is not intended to shield businesses from ordinary tax obligations. Finance Minister Henry Musasizi told Parliament on Tuesday that tax administration … The post Finance Minister Musasizi defends criteria for tax remission appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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All medical interns to get Shs1 million allowance

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Government has stayed the proposal that would have seen the suspension of facilitation for medical interns. This will now see the current cohort of medical interns all earning a monthly net allowance of Shs1 million. The Minister of Health, made the revelation during the House sitting on Tuesday, 18 … The post All medical interns to get Shs1 million allowance appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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How Makerere University's first Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence cohort found a new way to question the world

  SPECIAL REPORT | For three weeks, 52 participants from different professions and backgrounds were enrolled into a course that sought to interrogate assumptions, test evidence, recognise manipulation and rethink how they engage with people around them. At their graduation on Aug.7, the first cohort of Makerere University's Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence course left … The post How Makerere University's first Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence cohort found a new way to question the world appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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Equity Bank and Tian Tang Group partner to unlock Mbale Industrial Park potential

  Mbale, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT |  The Sino-Uganda Mbale Industrial Park is set for a further boost following a strategic partnership between Equity Bank Uganda and Tian Tang Group to expand access to finance, strengthen businesses and create more opportunities across the industrial ecosystem. Tian Tang Group has built a manufacturing ecosystem supporting more … The post Equity Bank and Tian Tang Group partner to unlock Mbale Industrial Park potential appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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