Police In Busia are investigating the death of a man who was shot and killed by Police after he was caught sneaking into the home of a government official.According to the reports given by the police, the deceased whose name is yet to be revealed was shot
President Museveni has defended the decision to split Greater Tororo into three new districts and a city, saying the restructuring is meant to calm ethnic tensions and ensure fairer service delivery for both the Japadhola and Iteso communities.The decision came during a high-level peace-bu
Florence Taaka, a prominent NRM mobilizer and model farmer in Busia District, has died in a tragic road accident involving a police officer.Taaka, known for her significant contributions to poultry, cattle, and co
As the first term of the 2025 academic year commences, parents should prepare for higher tuition fees for students admitted to Senior One in both leading government and private secondary schools.The cost of enroll
President Yoweri Museveni has cautioned residents of Busia against engaging in smuggling, describing the practice as harmful to Uganda’s economy and a threat to national development.Addressing a crowd along Cust
DCIC advises Ugandans blocked by Rwanda, Kenya over ‘expired’ National IDsKampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Baker Ssenyonga was heading to Mombasa last week but was blocked for nearly two hours at the Busia
Anxiety looms large across the country as the first cohort of Senior Four candidates under the new Lower Secondary Curriculum starts exams today. The curriculum came into effect in 2021. According to the Uganda National Examination Board (Uneb), a total of 379,620 students were registere
When the machines at the factory first started roaring over a decade ago, its senior management pledged to turn the venture into “an engine for development to support the livelihoods of vulnerable populations”. More than a decade since its inception in 2013, Atiak Sugar Factory con
Busia District is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host Uganda’s 62nd Independence Day celebrations on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. This is the first time the district will host a national event of this magnitude, marking a historic moment for the local community and Uganda at large. The eve
President Museveni has rallied religious leaders to preach and promote unity in the country as opposed to discriminatory messages made against traditional healers. In his brief message delivered at the 26th National Prayer Breakfast held at State House Entebbe yesterday, Mr Museveni disc
