With funding (Shs850bn) from World Bank, the GoU is continuing to use the PSFU-implemented GROW project to avail low-cost loans (at just 10% interest per annum) to hundreds of female entrepreneurs to enable them sustain, grow, expand and diversify their businesses while breaking into areas that h
Ed Sheeran's fitness journey began during the COVID-19 pandemic. Inspired by fatherhood and his wife Cherry, he adopted healthier habits, losing over 14kg.Ed Sheeran has revealed that he has lost more than 14 kilos over the past five years, as well as the reason behind his weight loss. The
In an unprecedented turn of events that has left Kyotera buzzing, President Yoweri Museveni has lavished praise on two of the National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) most powerful figures—Haruna Kasolo and Patrick Kintu Kisekulo—who, despite their bitter rivalry, have united in a groundbreakin
BVVK (Biometric Voter Verification Kit) is transforming the way elections are conducted in remote and hard-to-reach areas. Designed to operate efficiently even in places without reliable electricity, the BVVK has become a vital tool for ensuring seamless voter identification and verification. Wit
Singer-turned-politician Bobi Wine has encouraged young people in Soroti, especially the “foot soldiers” who support political activities, to stay sober and protect their future.While addressing his political party, National Unity Platform (NUP) allies (Foot soljas), Bobi Wine advised
Singer-turned-politician Bobi Wine has encouraged young people in Soroti, especially the “foot soldiers” who support political activities, to stay sober and protect their future.While addressing his political party, National Unity Platform (NUP) allies (Foot soljas), Bobi Wine advised
Popular media personality Edwin Katamba, better known as MC Kats has called it quits after 23 years as an emcee.Popular media personality Edwin Katamba, better known as MC Kats has called it quits after 23 years as an emcee. The NBS TV star made the announcement on a live televised
Uganda is scheduled to hold presidential and parliamentary elections on January 15, 2026, with the contest widely seen as tight. Incumbent President Yoweri Museveni, who will mark 40 years in power next year, faces strong competition from Kyagulanyi, a two-time presidential contender and musician
As Mityana District prepares for the next parliamentary elections, a strong case is emerging for Judith Nabakooba to reclaim her position as Woman Member of Parliament. Her track record in public service, spanning law enforcement, legislative leadership, ministerial reforms, and community
Uganda projects 10.4% economic growth in FY2026/27independent.co.ug44minKAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda’s economy is forecast to expand by 10.4 percent by the end of the 2026/2027 financial year, up from an estimated 6.6 percent at the end of the 2025/2026 financial year.
