30 h. ago Nigerian scientist who chose Africa over Europe made UN history

At 34, Adedoyin Adeleke could have chosen a comfortable life in Europe. Instead, he packed his bags, returned to Nigeria, and started tinkering with waste, energy, and youth projects. Now 36, he’s the first African selected by the UN to help shape the world’s roadmap for sustainable development. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | When … The post Nigerian scientist who chose Africa over Europe made UN history appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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33 h. ago Bad Black Wants Her Man Asha Panda in a Celebrity Boxing Match

By BigEyeUg Team Socialite Bad Black has revealed that her boyfriend, Asha Panda, is a professional boxer and she’s ready to have him take part in Uganda’s growing trend of celebrity boxing matches. Speaking in an interview, Bad Black said she once wanted Asha Panda to face off with Zari Hassan’s husband, Shakib Lutaaya, but [...] The post Bad Black Wants Her Man Asha Panda in a Celebrity Boxing Match appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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53 h. ago Red Banton Says King Saha Is Sustaining Ugandan Music Industry After Mowzey Radio’s Death

By BigEyeUg Team Veteran singer Red Banton has spoken out about the state of Uganda’s music industry since the death of legendary artist Mowzey Radio. “Since Mowzey Radio died, the music industry has greatly declined. Its only King Saha sustaining the music industry,” Red Banton said. Red Banton is best remembered for his collaboration with [...] The post Red Banton Says King Saha Is Sustaining Ugandan Music Industry After Mowzey Radio’s Death appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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4 d. ago President Museveni urges officer cadets to uphold health, discipline, patriotism and military competence

Mubende, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday presided over the commissioning of 352 officer cadets of intake 04/22-25 and professional Cadet short course intake 08/25 at the Uganda Military Academy Kabamba, Mubende District. In his address, President Museveni who is also the Commander-In-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) urged … The post President Museveni urges officer cadets to uphold health, discipline, patriotism and military competence appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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4 d. ago Trump discloses Israel’s halt of bombing in Gaza, urges Hamas to move quickly

  WASHINGTON | Xinhua | Israel has temporarily stopped the bombing in the Gaza Strip to give hostage release and the 20-point peace deal a chance to be completed, according to U.S. President Donald Trump on Truth Social on Saturday. “Hamas must move quickly, or else all bets will be off,” he said in a … The post Trump discloses Israel’s halt of bombing in Gaza, urges Hamas to move quickly appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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5 d. ago Otafiire urges partnership, innovation as CSOs navigate digital era

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At the National Convention 2025 at Mestil Hotel on October 30, civil society organizations (CSOs) in Uganda have been called upon to embrace digital advocacy as a vital tool for enhancing their reach, impact, and accountability. The convention, themed “The Future of Civil Society in Uganda – The Law, … The post Otafiire urges partnership, innovation as CSOs navigate digital era appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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5 d. ago CPA Gloria Tuhaise Wakooba named Uganda’s CPA of the Year as ICPAU celebrates a decade of honouring excellence

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 2025 Accountancy Service Awards lit up Kampala with celebration and inspiration as the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) marked ten years of recognising outstanding achievement and impact within the profession. The evening of Oct.3 was filled with applause, emotion, and reflection as accountants, institutions, and … The post CPA Gloria Tuhaise Wakooba named Uganda’s CPA of the Year as ICPAU celebrates a decade of honouring excellence appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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7 d. ago Innovative car insurance product ‘Protecta Bode’ storms Ugandan market

Liberty General Insurance unveils “Protecta Bode” – An Affordable Car Body Coverage Solution in Partnership with Stanbic Bancassurance Agency & SafeCar by SafeBoda Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | There is often a lot of drama at car accident scenes across the country, with drivers of the concerned vehicles blaming each other and police being called … The post Innovative car insurance product ‘Protecta Bode’ storms Ugandan market appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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8 d. ago Museveni launches campaign, vows to fight theft of PDM funds and drugs

Luweero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially launched his presidential campaigns at Bukalasa Agricultural College grounds in Luweero, where he delivered a powerful call for accountability and pledged to intensify the fight against theft of Parish Development Model (PDM) funds and government drugs. Accompanied by the First Lady and Minister … The post Museveni launches campaign, vows to fight theft of PDM funds and drugs appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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9 d. ago Museveni hails Magoola, says science will push Uganda into new economic phase

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has indicated that the Ugandan economy will reap big from the knowledge economy, that includes biotechnology breakthroughs led by Dr. Matthias Magoola, the Founder of pharmaceutical firm Dei BioPharma Ltd. While launching the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) Manifesto for the 2026-2031 term Monday in Munyonyo, … The post Museveni hails Magoola, says science will push Uganda into new economic phase appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago Jumia partners with Spiro to launch electric bike deliveries in Kampala

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Jumia, Uganda’s leading e-commerce platform, has teamed up with electric mobility company Spiro to introduce a fleet of electric bikes for deliveries in Kampala, a move aimed at cutting carbon emissions and promoting sustainable urban transportation. The initiative marks a major milestone in Jumia’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) … The post Jumia partners with Spiro to launch electric bike deliveries in Kampala appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago Madrat and Chiko Urge Pastors to Pursue Jobs Outside the Church

By BigEyeUg Team Comedy duo Madrat and Chiko have suggested that pastors should have other sources of income beyond church offerings. According to the comedians, many religious leaders have turned churches into their only source of livelihood, which they argue burdens congregants financially. “When someone starts a church, it’s like a business and they never [...] The post Madrat and Chiko Urge Pastors to Pursue Jobs Outside the Church appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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1 week ago Mining, Finance leaders chart sustainable growth path at 14th Mineral Wealth Conference

Kampala, Uganda | THE INEDEPENDENT |  Uganda’s mining sector took center stage this week as government officials, financiers, and industry players gathered at the Kampala Serena Hotel for the 14th Annual Mineral Wealth Conference. The two-day meeting, organized by the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development … The post Mining, Finance leaders chart sustainable growth path at 14th Mineral Wealth Conference appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago Protect SRHR Consortium hosts ‘Brave Girls Festival’ in Nebbi

Nebbi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Protect SRHR Project consortium, comprising the International Rescue Committee (IRC), Reach A Hand Uganda (RAHU), Humanity & Inclusion and World Vision, has held the inaugural Brave Girls Festival that brought together young people, parents, cultural and religious leaders, and policymakers to discuss urgent issues around sexual and reproductive health and … The post Protect SRHR Consortium hosts ‘Brave Girls Festival’ in Nebbi 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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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 UGEFA partners with Housing Finance Bank to accelerate green business growth

    Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator (UGEFA) has announced a landmark partnership with Housing Finance Bank aimed at expanding access to finance and business support for environmentally sustainable enterprises across the country. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in efforts to foster innovation and drive Uganda’s transition … The post UGEFA partners with Housing Finance Bank to accelerate green business growth appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago Uganda’s Insurance tribunal registers 51 complaints since 2022

Fewer complaints and stronger consumer protections signals growing trust in the industry going forward, players say Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The Insurance Appeals Tribunal (IAT) has revealed that its rulings over the past three years are already shaping reforms and practices in Uganda’s insurance industry, fostering greater transparency and building public trust in … The post Uganda’s Insurance tribunal registers 51 complaints since 2022 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago PostBank trains 30 staff to champion green financing, global sustainability agenda

   PostBank Staff equipped on Green Financing Initiatives as the Bank Responds to the Global Sustainability Agenda Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Thirty PostBank staff have become the latest beneficiaries of sustainability training, which aims at accelerating the understanding of green finance in Uganda’s financial sector. The training climaxed today at Onomo Hotel. PostBank … The post PostBank trains 30 staff to champion green financing, global sustainability agenda appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago NEMA tours Kinyara Sugar Factory to assess green farming practices

    Masindi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Kinyara Sugar Ltd has showcased a package of climate-smart farming techniques and strict land use rules to Uganda’s National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) during a compliance assessment visit. Kinyara publicist Francis Mugerwa said the measures are part of a deliberate shift toward sustainable sugarcane production. “We have … The post NEMA tours Kinyara Sugar Factory to assess green farming practices appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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