14 h. ago Equity Bank launches a 1,000 tree planting campaign at St. Julian Secondary School

By Our Reporter As early as 4:30am, Divine Kobusigye, the Senior Five Mobiliser at St Julian Secondary School was already dressed in her sparkling well pressed white Shirt and Kaaki skirt. She was beaming with a sheepish smile and couldn’t wait for the day to go on as they have been planning for the past [...] The post Equity Bank launches a 1,000 tree planting campaign at St. Julian Secondary School appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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20 h. ago TREES: Equity Bank gives St Julian SSS Environmental Club big boost

Equity Sowing seeds of Impact Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As early as 4:30am, Divine Kobusigye, the Senior Five Mobiliser at St Julian Secondary School, was already dressed in her sparkling, well-pressed white shirt and kaaki skirt. She was beaming with a sheepish smile and couldn’t wait for the day to go on as they … The post TREES: Equity Bank gives St Julian SSS Environmental Club big boost appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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21 h. ago Umukuuka launches Equity Bank drive to plant 60,000 trees in Bugisu

Equity Bank bank has set aside Sh60million to plant 60,000 trees across Bugisu subregion by end of 2026. Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Bank Uganda in partnership with the Umukuuka wa Bugisu Sir Jude Mike Mudoma, the cultural leader of the Bamasaba, together with Gro Foundation, has launched a major tree planting initiative aimed … The post Umukuuka launches Equity Bank drive to plant 60,000 trees in Bugisu appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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23 h. ago Uganda is already benefiting significantly from the oil discovery.

  COMMENT | NANTEZA SARAH KYOBE | A significant number of Ugandans hold the view that the benefits of oil start with the extraction of the first barrel, primarily highlighting a reduction in fuel prices at gas stations. This perspective prompts the inquiry into the commencement of initial oil production while overlooking the substantial gains already … The post Uganda is already benefiting significantly from the oil discovery. appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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46 h. ago Equity Bank launches Tree Planting Drive in Bugisu Subregion

The bank has set aside Shs60million to plant 60,000 trees across Bugisu subregion by end of 2026 Equity Bank Uganda in partnership with the Umukuka wa Bugisu, the cultural leader of the Bamasaba, and Gro Foundation has launched a major tree planting initiative aimed at decarbonizing dumping sites and promoting environmental conservation in Bugisu subregion. The project, covering eight acres around the major dumping [...] The post Equity Bank launches Tree Planting Drive in Bugisu Subregion appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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3 d. ago French Embassy partners with Stanbic Business Incubator to train start

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Stanbic Business Incubator Limited (SBIL) has signed a new grant agreement with the Embassy of France in Uganda to finance the Green Tech Incubator and Accelerator for Entrepreneurship Program. The program, which targets the youth and women in the Kampala Metropolitan Area and the Albertine Region, aims to promote … The post French Embassy partners with Stanbic Business Incubator to train start-ups for green economy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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4 d. ago LG East Africa expands footprint in Uganda amid surging regional demand for home appliances

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | LG Electronics East Africa has reinforced its commitment to the Ugandan market through a strategic expansion aimed at meeting the country’s fast-rising demand for home appliances and consumer electronics. The initiative, executed in partnership with its exclusive distributor Appliance World Limited (AWL), comes as Uganda’s home appliance market is … The post LG East Africa expands footprint in Uganda amid surging regional demand for home appliances appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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5 d. ago ICEA LION, KCB Bank and My Tree Initiative partner for school greening drive

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s forest cover continues to diminish significantly driven by population growth, rising demand for fuel, and agricultural expansion. The consequences are dire, from climate change impacts such as global warming and biodiversity loss to disrupted water cycles and food insecurity. A report by Global Forest Watch, suggests that Uganda … The post ICEA LION, KCB Bank and My Tree Initiative partner for school greening drive appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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5 d. ago U.S. energy department terminates hundreds of clean energy projects

WASHINGTON | Xinhua | The U.S. Department of Energy on Thursday announced the termination of 223 projects, most of them clean energy and renewable initiatives funded under the Biden administration. In a press release, the department said that it had identified 321 financial awards supporting 223 projects that it decided to terminate, as these projects … The post U.S. energy department terminates hundreds of clean energy projects appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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5 d. ago Absa Bank Uganda strengthens Uganda’s Capital Markets with reintroduction of Custody Services 

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  In a strategic move intended to provide institutional investors with secure, efficient, and compliant solutions to safeguard their assets and facilitate seamless investment operations, Absa Bank Uganda has today reintroduced its custody services. Officials say it marks a significant milestone in the bank’s commitment to supporting the growth and development … The post Absa Bank Uganda strengthens Uganda’s Capital Markets with reintroduction of Custody Services  appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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6 d. ago From Uganda to the Netherlands: dfcu Bank helps equip farmers with global agribusiness skills

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | dfcu Bank, in partnership with Vision Group, the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, and Koudijs BV, has officially flagged off the winners of the 2024 Best Farmers Competition for a transformative, week-long study tour in the Netherlands. The ceremony, held at dfcu Bank’s Head … The post From Uganda to the Netherlands: dfcu Bank helps equip farmers with global agribusiness skills appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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6 d. ago Loyal customers in western Uganda win big in Premier Distilleries’ Bikole Masavu campaign

By Our Reporter Premier Distilleries Limited has continued its customer appreciation drive under the ongoing Bikole Masavu promotion, rewarding three winners in Western Uganda with life-changing prizes at a handover ceremony held at Kizungu market in Mbarara. The biggest cheer of the day came when Twesigye Jaron Atusinguza, a young man from Rukungiri, was handed [...] The post Loyal customers in western Uganda win big in Premier Distilleries’ Bikole Masavu campaign appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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6 d. ago OC Mustafa Mulalira in pursuit of the police mandate to protect and serve

COMMENT | Olivia Nalubwama |  Have you seen power in its rawer forms? Power buoyed by a gun and the intimidating fashion of army-green boots? A man in a black T-shirt neatly tucked into army cargo pants and boots – the whole look bristles with ready energy. The man is in attack mode. Attacking a large … The post OC Mustafa Mulalira in pursuit of the police mandate to protect and serve appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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6 d. ago Absa Bank unveils new branch in Nansana, expands access to financial services

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Absa Bank has shown its continued commitment to expanding its footprint across Uganda by unveiling a new branch in Nansana, located at Sibyangu Plaza. The opening ceremony brought together key players in the financial sector, including representatives from the Bank of Uganda, regulators, local government officials, community leaders, elders … The post Absa Bank unveils new branch in Nansana, expands access to financial services 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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9 d. 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 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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1 week ago Opinion: Why we should bank on a Greener Future with Green Finance Solutions 

By Virginia Ssemakula Climate change is one of the significant crises facing the world today and developing nations such as Uganda face a critical challenge in combating related effects despite its relatively low contribution to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Recent reports indicate that Uganda faces potential annual economic losses due to climate change impacts, [...] The post Opinion: Why we should bank on a Greener Future with Green Finance Solutions  appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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1 week ago Hon. Geoffrey Lutaaya Responds to Daughter’s Claims of Neglect

By BigEyeUg Team Hon. Geoffrey Lutaaya has spoken out following claims made by his 17-year-old daughter, Nambatya Mellan Lutaaya, who recently accused him on TikTok of being a deadbeat father. Mellan alleged that the legislator had abandoned his parental responsibilities and refused to pay her school fees, despite several attempts to reach him through calls, [...] The post Hon. Geoffrey Lutaaya Responds to Daughter’s Claims of Neglect appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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1 week ago dfcu Bank Expands Footprint in Western Uganda with new branch in Fort Portal

By Our Reporter dfcu Bank has launched its 55th branch in Fort Portal Tourism City, strategically located along Babiiha Road. This expansion underscores dfcu Bank’s commitment to deepening financial inclusion, powering entrepreneurship, and fueling economic growth in Uganda’s Western region. The Fort Portal Branch is set to serve communities across the Tooro Sub-region — including [...] The post dfcu Bank Expands Footprint in Western Uganda with new branch in Fort Portal appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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