Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Devon Petroleum SMC LTD has officially entered Uganda’s downstream petroleum sector with the launch of six fuel stations, positioning itself to compete in an increasingly crowded market where oil marketers are racing to expand retail networks, strengthen cust
Hajji Kazibwe Bashir Mbaziira officially unveils Cocoland Farm Resort during the grand launch ceremony in Buikwe District.In a vibrant celebration of innovation, investment, and community transformation, Hajji Kazibwe Bashir Mbaziira, Member of Parliament for Kawempe South, officially unve
Uganda’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation has announced plans to seek restriction of spare parts importation to allow the country's indigenous car making company, Kiira Motors expand its local market share.The ministry says it is set to seek Cabinet approval to restrict the
In the grand theatre of history, nations are not remembered for the eloquence of their lamentations, but for the audacity of their innovations. Civilizations rise not merely upon the abundance of natural resources beneath their soil, but upon the depth of scientific imagination cultivated within
Lira, Uganda | The government has stepped up preparations for the AFCON 2027 with the official handover of key sports training facilities in Northern Uganda to the UPDF Engineering Brigade for redevelopment into international-standard training grounds.The Pece War Memorial Stadium, togethe
The Judiciary has taken a significant step toward modernizing its operations with the advancement of a new Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) System designed to enhance transparency, performance tracking, and evidence-based decision-making across the institution.In a high-level preparator
Uganda’s Embassy in Brussels, the very face of the country in Europe’s diplomatic heartland, is now at the center of a storm after explosive findings exposed a trail of mismanagement, poor planning, and operational paralysis that has left critical functions crippled under the watch of Mirjam
While the issue of increasing university enrollment and relevance of academic programs or courses has been ongoing, little action has been taken.Museveni used his address at the Labour Day celebrations in Buikwe District on May 01 to give his views and express l concerns about the widenin
The President argues that underutilised land and poor planning—not a lack of opportunities—drive unemployment, even as new labour law reforms spark fresh debate over minimum wage and worker protections.President Museveni has said Uganda’s unemployment challenge stems less from a shor
Nakaseke, Uganda | Leaders from Lango sub-region, led by the Paramount Chief (Won-Nyaci) His Highness Eng. Dr. Moses Michael Odongo Okune, have presented a comprehensive five-year development memorandum to the Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation, Gen. Caleb Akandwanaho, also known as S
