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ALEX MUKULU TRIBUTE: The ball is still on the penalty spot!
ALEX MUKULU EXITED THE STAGE -THE BALL IS STILL ON THE PENALTY SPOT. COMMENT | PATRICK OYULU | I am Patrick Oyulu, and you? "My name is Tony Kasule," he replied. That was my introduction to my new roommate in B1-6, Lumumba Hall, Makerere University, in 1992. I was a freshly minted fresher; Tony … The post ALEX MUKULU TRIBUTE: The ball is still on the penalty spot! appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Benard Feni named Entrepreneur of the Year as Euro Gold Refinery takes top extractives award
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Businessman and gospel artist Benard Feni, popularly known as Mungu Feni, has been named Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2026 Business Excellence Awards, where his company, Euro Gold Refinery Ltd, was also recognised as the Platinum Winner in the Best Natural Resources and Extractives category. The awards, organised … The post Benard Feni named Entrepreneur of the Year as Euro Gold Refinery takes top extractives award appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Nzeyi ready to refund NSSF for disputed Temangalo land
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | An investigative look into the National Social Security Fund's (NSSF) 2008 Temangalo land acquisition has exposed a 16-year administrative gridlock, leaving billions in workers' savings locked out of 55 contested acres.Despite NSSF holding all six legal land titles for the 463.87-acre estate, prominent businessman Amos Nzeyi continues … The post Nzeyi ready to refund NSSF for disputed Temangalo land appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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AMDA run puts preventive health at the centre of charity drive
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The annual AMDA Caravan Run took place at Kitante primary school in Kampala on Sunday, combining a fitness challenge with health screening and fundraising for a wider community outreach programme planned for Nyabwina Parish in Sheema District. The run, organised by the Archdiocese of Mbarara Development Association (AMDA), attracted about … The post AMDA run puts preventive health at the centre of charity drive appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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How Trump is reinvigorating democracy
COMMENT | JAN-WERNER MUELLER | Here in the Albanian capital Tirana, the hotel receptionists go out of their way to stress that the ongoing protests outside are entirely peaceful. Apparently, there have been quite a few room cancellations since mass demonstrations began in the spring. But ask them directly, and they might furtively hint that they … The post How Trump is reinvigorating democracy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Uganda's golf breakthrough opens new window for tourism, business and investment
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda is set to gain greater visibility on the international golfing circuit this September after the Pearl of Africa Golf Series became the country's first professional golf tournament to attain Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) status under the Sunshine Development BET Tour. The recognition marks a significant milestone for … The post Uganda's golf breakthrough opens new window for tourism, business and investment appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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dfcu, Double Q move to ease access to vehicles and equipment
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | dfcu Bank has partnered with Double Q Company Limited to expand access to vehicle and asset finance for Ugandan businesses and individuals seeking to acquire trucks, construction equipment, passenger vehicles and forklifts without putting pressure on working capital. The partnership, launched on Aug. 12 at Double Q's showroom in Bugolobi, … The post dfcu, Double Q move to ease access to vehicles and equipment appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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CNOOC Uganda reaffirms environmental commitment ahead of first oil
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | CNOOC Uganda Limited (CUL) has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental protection and responsible petroleum development as Uganda moves closer to First Oil. The company joined the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), TotalEnergies EP Uganda, EACOP Ltd, Government institutions, local leaders and host communities in … The post CNOOC Uganda reaffirms environmental commitment ahead of first oil appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Spiro joins Rwenzori Marathon to promote green mobility
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Spiro Uganda has partnered with the Rwenzori Marathon as the event's official Green Mobility Partner for 2026, strengthening efforts to promote cleaner transport and environmental sustainability through sport. The partnership has officially been sealed in Kampala through a Green Boda Boda ride involving more than 200 Spiro electric … The post Spiro joins Rwenzori Marathon to promote green mobility appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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What we learned from Wafcon 2026
BBC Sport Africa looks at some of the key takeaways from Wafcon 2026 as Cameroon crowned first-time champions despite not qualifying for the finals.
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Coventry sign Forest striker Awoniyi for £9m
Coventry City have added striker Taiwo Awoniyi to their squad.
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Man City move for £85m Bouaddi and still want Fernandez
Manchester City are in advanced talks with Lille over a move for Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.
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MTN Uganda launches Digida Season II as Y'ello Storm brings new network sites, community support to Luweero Referral Hospital
Luweero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda launched the second season of its Digida Caller Tunez promotion in Luweero on Friday, combining customer rewards with new network sites and community support as part of its Y'ello Storm campaign. Customers who activate their preferred MTN Caller Tunez by dialing *170*12# will stand a chance to … The post MTN Uganda launches Digida Season II as Y'ello Storm brings new network sites, community support to Luweero Referral Hospital appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Why Consultrans are the right partners to revive Uganda Railways
Over the last few days, we have seen media reports about Uganda Railways Corporation but not enough about the contractors behind the attempt to revamp the Railways STELLA OKETCHO | COMMENT | Consultrans's relationship with Uganda's railway sector did not begin with a single contract – it began with groundwork. As early as 2019, … The post Why Consultrans are the right partners to revive Uganda Railways appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Another fatality on Kampala-Entebbe Expressway; calls renewed for cameras, EPS
Calls Grow for EPS Return After Pedestrian Killed Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Calls for the return of Uganda's Express Penalty System (EPS) are growing after a pedestrian was killed on the Kampala-Entebbe Expressway at the weekend, with residents and motorists saying camera-backed enforcement could help curb speeding and improve safety. The … The post Another fatality on Kampala-Entebbe Expressway; calls renewed for cameras, EPS appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Why DRC's Ebola outbreak is spreading faster, and deadlier
GENEVA | Xinhua | The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has become the second-largest on record and is moving faster than previous ones, pushing health officials into a race to keep it from becoming the deadliest. The latest official count showed 4,449 confirmed cases and 2,061 deaths across five provinces … The post Why DRC's Ebola outbreak is spreading faster, and deadlier appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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