19 h. ago The Launch of Afrikanity – Reconnecting with Nature Through African Culture

Kampala, Uganda — Kampala is set for a novel approach to environmental stewardship as Afrikanity, a conservation program by the African Golden Cat Conservation Alliance (AGCCA), is introduced to the urban public at the home of AGCCA — Akright City, Kampala — on Saturday, 11th October 2025. Afrikanity is more than just an environmental program; [...] The post The Launch of Afrikanity – Reconnecting with Nature Through African Culture 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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7 d. ago U.S. gov’t shuts down for 1st time in 7 years amid widening partisan divisions

WASHINGTON | Xinhua |  The U.S. federal government entered a shutdown at the start of Wednesday as partisan divisions prevented Congress from passing a funding bill, which marks the first government shutdown in nearly seven years. Hundreds of thousands of federal employees will be forced to take unpaid leave, with some public services potentially suspended … The post U.S. gov’t shuts down for 1st time in 7 years amid widening partisan divisions appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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2 w. ago Centenary Bank gives a sh86 million boost to Kampala City Festival and waste management efforts

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Centenary Bank has made a contribution of sh86 million to Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) towards the upcoming Kampala City Festival and the city’s waste management program through the Weyonje Campaign. The Kampala City Festival, organized by KCCA, is one of the country’s largest cultural and social gatherings, attracting … The post Centenary Bank gives a sh86 million boost to Kampala City Festival and waste management efforts appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago ABC indefinitely suspends “Jimmy Kimmel Live” show over Charlie Kirk comments

  WASHINGTON | Xinhua |  The American Broadcasting Company (ABC), one of the major television networks in the United States, announced Wednesday that it has suspended the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” show “indefinitely” after controversial comments by its host about the conservative activist and influencer Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot last week. Nexstar Media Group, … The post ABC indefinitely suspends “Jimmy Kimmel Live” show over Charlie Kirk comments appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago SR VICTOR256, Uganda’s Sonic Export Electrifies Alive in the Park

Uganda’s global DJ and artist SR Victor256 delivered an electrifying surprise performance at Alive in the Park, capturing the attention and admiration of a crowd that least expected what was about to unfold. What began as a casual break in the event’s program suddenly transformed into a high-octane party when SR Victor256 took control of [...] The post SR VICTOR256, Uganda’s Sonic Export Electrifies Alive in the Park appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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3 w. ago UCC Suspends Salt TV’s ‘Omusunsuzi’ Program Over Abusive Content

By BigEyeUg Team The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has suspended the Omusunsuzi program on Salt Television, citing violations of the minimum broadcasting standards. The show, which airs on weekdays from 6:00 am to 8:00 am, is hosted by presidential advisor Jennifer “Full Figure” Nakanguubi and veteran actor Charles Senkubuge. In a letter dated September 13, [...] The post UCC Suspends Salt TV’s ‘Omusunsuzi’ Program Over Abusive Content appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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4 w. ago EACOP, CPP and partners launch university scholarship program

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd., together with its Tier One Contractor for Pipeline (PPL) construction and Above Ground Installations (AGI), China Petroleum Pipeline Ltd. (CPP), has officially launched a scholarship program to support gifted but underprivileged engineering students in Uganda. The program will benefit 28 students … The post EACOP, CPP and partners launch university scholarship program appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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