7 h. ago Freedom’s Mirage: Why Uganda’s Independence Day remains a hollow promise!

We must measure independence not by the colour of the flag but by the quality of the citizen’s life. If liberty does not translate into health, education, dignity, and justice, then our sovereignty is a hollow promise. COMMENT | ALEX ATWEMEREIREHO | On the eve of October 9, when Uganda remembers the day in 1962, … The post Freedom’s Mirage: Why Uganda’s Independence Day remains a hollow promise! appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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12 h. ago GAZA CONFLICT: Two years of devastation and dim prospects ahead

CAIRO, EGYPT | Xinhua | As Hamas and Israel are meeting in Egypt over a potential ceasefire the world anxiously awaits, Gaza marked the grim second anniversary of the conflict on Tuesday. Over the past two years, what began as a cross-border attack by Hamas has, under the weight of political brinkmanship and superpower indulgence, … The post GAZA CONFLICT: Two years of devastation and dim prospects ahead appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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62 h. ago SYNDICATE REPORT: 32 journalists killed since Sudan’s civil war erupted in April 2023

KHARTOUM | Xinhua |  At least 32 journalists have been killed since the war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) erupted in April 2023, the Sudanese Journalists Syndicate announced on Sunday. “Since the outbreak of the armed conflict in the country, 32 journalists have been killed, and more … The post SYNDICATE REPORT: 32 journalists killed since Sudan’s civil war erupted in April 2023 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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68 h. ago Eddy Kenzo Explains Why He Carried Out DNA Test on His Late Father’s Remains

By BigEyeUg Team Sensational Ugandan singer Eddy Kenzo has finally opened up on what pushed him to conduct DNA tests regarding the remains of his late father. Speaking during a YouTube interview, Kenzo revealed that it was due to mixed and unclear information he had received from his late mother and other relatives that made [...] The post Eddy Kenzo Explains Why He Carried Out DNA Test on His Late Father’s Remains appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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3 d. ago Why Uganda must marry aviation and tourism for her next leap

COMMENT |  DEREK NSEKO  | Uganda’s aviation sector is quietly experiencing its strongest recovery in decades. Entebbe International Airport recorded over 2.2 million international passengers in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Cargo exports of flowers, fish and others are climbing. Uganda Airlines, with its modern fleet of A330neos and CRJ900s, has expanded its network and is now … The post Why Uganda must marry aviation and tourism for her next leap appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 d. ago 8 months on, Goma airport remains closed amid DRC’s grinding conflict

GOMA, DR Congo | Xinhua | More than eight months after rebels seized Goma, the international airport of this urban hub in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) remains shuttered, a stark symbol of a grinding conflict that continues to paralyze the region. Cut off from much of the country, Goma, home to over … The post 8 months on, Goma airport remains closed amid DRC’s grinding conflict appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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4 d. ago Experts call for stronger cybersecurity and AI policies as East Africa confronts disruptive technologies

Kampala, Uganda | Julius Businge | The 14th Annual East African Information Security Conference closed on October 3 at Speke Resort Munyonyo, after five days of intensive discussions on how the region can thrive in the era of disruptive technology. The conference, held under the theme “Thriving in the Era of Disruptive Technology,” brought together more … The post Experts call for stronger cybersecurity and AI policies as East Africa confronts disruptive technologies appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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6 d. ago Why you should ‘disrupt’ NIRA offices for your child’s immediate birth and NIN registration

COMMENT | PETER OKWALINGA | On September 16th, Uganda joined the rest of the world to celebrate International Identity Day. To mark the occasion, NIRA took services closest to parents by conducting instant birth and National Identification Number (NIN) registrations at high-volume hospitals across the country. It was a symbolic yet practical way of showing … The post Why you should ‘disrupt’ NIRA offices for your child’s immediate birth and NIN registration appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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7 d. ago FINCA Uganda takes banking to the doorstep with digital field automation

Kampala, Uganda | Fred Onzima | As Uganda’s financial landscape continues to embrace digital technology, a new initiative by FINCA Uganda is aiming to bridge the gap between digital banking and underserved communities. While mobile banking apps, USSD codes, agent networks, and online platforms have improved access to financial services nationwide, challenges remain, particularly in rural … The post FINCA Uganda takes banking to the doorstep with digital field automation appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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8 d. ago Mix, shake, sip: DIY cocktails light up The Singleton Big Meeting

  Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | The Singleton Big Meeting returned on Sunday with a refreshing twist, as guests swapped their seats for the bartender’s counter in a do-it-yourself (DIY) cocktail experience at Thrones Bar & Lounge. The monthly party series, staged every last Sunday, has earned a reputation as one of Kampala’s most … The post Mix, shake, sip: DIY cocktails light up The Singleton Big Meeting appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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9 d. ago The Singleton Big Meeting excites revelers with a “Do It Yourself” twist

By Our Reporter The Singleton Big Meeting, held every last Sunday of the month at Thrones Bar & Lounge, has become Kampala’s ultimate playground for good vibes with every edition coming with new surprises. Unlike the typical weekend soirées around the city, The Big Meeting doesn’t believe in routine. One month it’s a laid-back daytime [...] The post The Singleton Big Meeting excites revelers with a “Do It Yourself” twist appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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9 d. ago Museveni Questions Bebe Cool Over Recording Studio Project, Praises Eddy Kenzo’s Industry Leadership

By BigEyeUg Team President Yoweri Museveni has expressed disappointment with singer Bebe Cool, revealing that he has not received an update on the progress of a recording center the artist once promised to establish. Speaking during the launch of his Yoweri Album, Museveni said he had initially worked closely with Bebe Cool to support musicians [...] The post Museveni Questions Bebe Cool Over Recording Studio Project, Praises Eddy Kenzo’s Industry Leadership appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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9 d. ago Mamdani still leads as New York Mayor Eric Adams ends reelection bid

NEW YORK | Xinhua | New York City Mayor Eric Adams ended his reelection bid on Sunday, more than a month ahead of the vote. “Despite all we’ve achieved, I cannot continue my reelection campaign,” Adams said in a video on the social platform X. “The constant media speculation about my future and the campaign … The post Mamdani still leads as New York Mayor Eric Adams ends reelection bid appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago Taj Mahal remains India’s most visited monument, attracts 6.9 mln visitors in 2024

NEW DELHI | Xinhua |  India’s iconic monument of love, Taj Mahal, has emerged as the country’s most visited tourist destination, attracting 6.9 million visitors, including over 600,000 foreign tourists, in 2024-25, an official report released on Saturday said. “Among the Centrally Protected Ticketed Monuments, Taj Mahal leads in visitor numbers for both domestic (6.26 … The post Taj Mahal remains India’s most visited monument, attracts 6.9 mln visitors in 2024-25 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago IAEA chief urges military restraint as drone detonates near nuclear plant in Ukraine

VIENNA | Xinhua | A drone was downed and detonated near the South Ukraine Nuclear Power Plant overnight amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, posing constant dangers to nuclear safety, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a statement on Thursday. According to the agency, its on-site team reported that 22 unmanned aerial vehicles were … The post IAEA chief urges military restraint as drone detonates near nuclear plant in Ukraine appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago KCB, Afreximbank commit $800mn to Kenya’s Vipingo Special Economic Zone

The deal shows how global and regional lenders are teaming up with local banks to close Africa’s industrial financing gap Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | KCB Group and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have signed a financing agreement worth $800mn to support investors in the Vipingo Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Kenya’s Kilifi County, … The post KCB, Afreximbank commit $800mn to Kenya’s Vipingo Special Economic Zone appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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2 w. ago AI could boost trade by nearly 40% but tech and policy gaps remain – WTO

In 2023 alone, the WTO estimates that the global trade in these AI-enabling products reached a staggering $2.3 trillion TECHNOLOGY | AGENCIES | AI could boost global trade by almost 40% by 2040, according to a new report from the World Trade Organization, though the benefits can only be shared if governments close digital divides, … The post AI could boost trade by nearly 40% but tech and policy gaps remain – WTO appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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2 w. ago 🔴 Anthony Natif notes from Court: Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and Others 22/September/2025

Trial adjourned. New dates to be communicated. SPECIAL REPORT | ANTHONY NATIF | As recorded in court, in the case Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and adapted from @TonyNatif on X. **** The trial was supposed to start on Monday after more than a month’s hiatus on account of the presiding Judge Rosette Comfort Kania’s acting judge … The post 🔴 Anthony Natif notes from Court: Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and Others 22/September/2025 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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2 w. ago Ykee Benda Reveals Qualities That Made Him Marry Emily Nyawira

By BigEyeUg Team Singer Ykee Benda has opened up about what made him take the bold step of marrying his partner, Emily Nyawira, after just six months of dating. On 14th September, the couple held their customary wedding (kwanjula), officially sealing their union in the presence of family and close friends. Speaking about his decision, [...] The post Ykee Benda Reveals Qualities That Made Him Marry Emily Nyawira appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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2 w. ago Ykee Benda Opens Up on Dating Emily Nyawira for Six Months Before Kwanjula

By BigEyeUg Team Singer Ykee Benda has revealed that he dated his now wife, Emily Nyawira, for just six months before they held their colorful customary wedding ceremony earlier this month. Speaking about the timeline, Benda explained that he doesn’t consider the decision rushed. According to him, when a person meets the right partner at [...] The post Ykee Benda Opens Up on Dating Emily Nyawira for Six Months Before Kwanjula appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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