4 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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5 d. ago Nyege Nyege Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary at Kalagala Falls, November 20–23, 2025

Theme: Ekyigunda Ky’omuliro – The Gathering of the Flame Kampala, Uganda — The world-renowned Nyege Nyege Festival returns for its landmark 10th anniversary edition from November 20–23, 2025, at the breathtaking Kalagala Falls in Kangulumira, Uganda. Set across 40 acres of pristine riverside wilderness, this year’s edition is themed Ekyigunda Ky’omuliro – The Gathering of the Flame, symbolizing unity, culture, and the enduring [...] The post Nyege Nyege Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary at Kalagala Falls, November 20–23, 2025 appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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6 d. ago Vivo Energy Uganda gives CoRSU Walk 2025 Shs10 Million boost

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Vivo Energy Uganda has announced a sponsorship of Shs10 million towards the CoRSU Walk 2025, reaffirming its commitment to healthcare through community investment. This marks the second consecutive year that the marketer and distributor of Shell fuels and lubricants is supporting the fundraising event organized by Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services … The post Vivo Energy Uganda gives CoRSU Walk 2025 Shs10 Million boost appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago Muhoza Trivia Elle Opens Up About Her Unexpected Miss Uganda 2025/26 Victory

By BigEyeUg Team The newly crowned Miss Uganda 2025/26, Muhoza Trivia Elle, has admitted that she never thought she would walk away with the crown. Muhoza, who was officially crowned on 20th September 2025, revealed that going into the competition, winning was never her main focus. “I was just thinking that whoever takes it deserves [...] The post Muhoza Trivia Elle Opens Up About Her Unexpected Miss Uganda 2025/26 Victory appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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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 Humphrey Nabimanya Unveils Exciting New Films Premiering This Year

By Our Reporter Humphrey Nabimanya, the visionary Chief Executive Producer behind iconic projects like Sabotage, Kyaddala, When You Become Me, and the prestigious iKon Awards, has announced a bold and inspiring slate of films set to premiere in 2025. Nabimanya has teamed up with some of Uganda’s finest filmmakers on the new films, underscoring his [...] The post Humphrey Nabimanya Unveils Exciting New Films Premiering This Year appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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3 w. ago Nile Breweries emerges as Uganda’s employer of the year 2025

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) has been crowned Employer of the Year 2025, winning the prestigious Gold Overall Award at the Employer of the Year Awards (EYA) organized by the Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE). The awards ceremony, held in Kampala on Sept.11 under the theme “Investing in Uganda’s Future: … The post Nile Breweries emerges as Uganda’s employer of the year 2025 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago Rwanda’s Celestine Nsanzuwera wins 2025 Uganda Professional Golf Open

By Our Reporter Rwandan professional golfer Celestine Nsanzuwera emerged champion of the 2025 Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open, held at the scenic par-71 Lugazi Hills Golf and Country Club. The Kigali Golf Resort & Villas player delivered an impressive performance, carding 73, 69, 65, and 71 across four rounds. His consistency and composure saw [...] The post Rwanda’s Celestine Nsanzuwera wins 2025 Uganda Professional Golf Open appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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3 w. ago URSB and PAFA to Host Brand Protection Symposium on 18th September 2025

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), in partnership with the Pearl of Africa Fashion Alliance (PAFA), will host the Brand Protection Symposium on Thursday, 18th September 2025 at the Uganda Business Facilitation Centre (UBFC), Main Auditorium, Level 2. Held under the theme “Protect Your Creativity – Register Your Trademarks and Designs”, the symposium will bring [...] The post URSB and PAFA to Host Brand Protection Symposium on 18th September 2025 appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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3 w. ago Absa Bank Uganda concludes ‘Play Your Cards Right’ 2025 campaign, winners get sh120 million

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Absa Bank Uganda has today concluded a three-month “Play Your Cards Right” campaign with August and Grand Finale winners walking away with sh120m in cash prizes. Four winners for the month of August each won sh10m, while the two overall campaign winners each received a cash prize of sh40m. … The post Absa Bank Uganda concludes ‘Play Your Cards Right’ 2025 campaign, winners get sh120 million appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago Byamukama comes top as golfers shine in the Uganda Open Absa Pro

 10 golfers will also have the opportunity to play and compete at the Magical Kenya Open Pro-Am Lugazi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 2025 Pro-Am Tournament of the Uganda Golf Open concluded at Lugazi Hills Golf and Country Club, with Vincent Byamukama, Tatenda Makunde and Joshua Seale emerging as the top three golfers. The winners … The post Byamukama comes top as golfers shine in the Uganda Open Absa Pro-Am event appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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