Uganda has received its first 19,200 doses of Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable HIV prevention drug supported by the Global Fund and PEPFAR, targeting high-burden districts to curb new infections.Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection, is now accessible in Uganda.
Uganda’s Ambassador to South Africa Paul Amoru has urged Ugandans living there to remain disciplined and respect domestic laws as the two countries move closer to introducing visa-free travel for ordinary passport holders.Mr Amoru said technical processes to waive visa fees for ordinary
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The heavy wooden doors of St. Mary’s Cathedral, Lubaga, had barely closed after the 1 p.m. Mass when a fresh wave of worshippers began to stream in. They arrived first in small groups, then in clusters, their footsteps steady on the stone floor. A special Mas
The decision followed hours of intense debate online where some social media users accused the tax body and KCCA of double standards, having removed similar structures owned by traders and vendors in the city center.The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has announced it will remove its contro
Uganda’s political climate has become even more heated after a senior army officer made very strong comments about opposition leader Bobi Wine. General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is the son of President Yoweri Museveni and a powerful figure in the country, spoke sharply about Bobi Wine’s appear
KAMPALA — Uganda’s Petroleum Fund declined to Shs131.27 billion as of June 30, 2025, down from Shs145.98 billion the previous financial year, following statutory transfers to the national budget and the state oil company.State Minister for Finance (General Duties) Henry Musasizi made t
For many residents, the killings are not being viewed as isolated tragedies. They have instead sharpened an anxiety that has been quietly building across the Kampala Metropolitan Area, a sense that violence is creeping closer to spaces once considered safe.In the last two weeks, Greater Ka
Manchester United will hope kickstart a new winning run when they face Everton after an extended break.Man United have reacted positively to the managerial change, with Michael Carrick overseeing four straight wins prior to the 1-1 draw against West Ham last time out.Benjamin Sesko
Traders are counting heavy losses after a fire gutted a commercial building in Kabale District. The fire broke out on Saturday at around 2:30 p.m. at a commercial building located in Kicollege along Bushekwiire Road in Central Division. The building belongs to Charles Majugo Rwanika, a prominent
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In Arusha, Tanzania, Lubega John Nsamba represented her ailing father, John Mary Nsamba, whose land along the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) had been acquired without what the family considered fair compensation.Over a month after his burial nea
