Work begins on 37.5 billion shilling Kayunga–Senge–Kawanda road project
WAKISO, Uganda — Residents and leaders in Wakiso District gathered today for the groundbreaking ceremony of the 6.5-kilometer Kayunga–Senge–Kawanda r...
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Uganda’s leading biotechnologist, Dr Andrew Kiggundu dead
At the time of his passing, Dr Kiggundu was contributing to national efforts under NARO’s vaccine programme, including work linked to the development of an anti-ti...
Vendors Forced Out, But Not Defeated! Dr Aisha Kasolo Reveals New Survival Plan After KCCA Crackdown
In the wake of a dramatic citywide eviction, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has cleared street vendors from Kampala, leaving thousands stranded but not without hop...
Emitu bounces back as KMP Commander amidst surging crime
EmituKampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ezekiel Emitu has returned as Kampala Metropolitan (KMP) Police Commander, replacing Richard Ecega, who has faced criticism for f...
Angry Dad Kills 18-Year-Old Student over Affair with Daughter
Rachael KawalaPolice in Matuga are investigating a murder incident that occurred on February 14, 2026, in Mabanda Cell, Gombe Division, Wakiso District.The deceased has b...
NARO Courts Agro-Industrialists to Accelerate Value Addition and Boost Farmer Incomes
The National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) has intensified engagement with agro-industrial investors to fast-track agro-industrialisation, deepen value additi...
NRM Covers Opposition Posters with Museveni’s in Kawempe, Nansana
Both the Parliamentary Elections Act and the Presidential Elections Act state that anyone who maliciously defaces, removes or tears any election poster commits an offence...
Gov’t Rolls Out Mandatory Vehicle Inspection Across Country
The Ministry of Works and Transport has rolled out mandatory inspection of vehicles starting with government fleet.A statement issued on Monday, 22nd December, 2025 says...
UEDCL Replaces 116 Dilapidated Transformers
Power distributor, Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited(UEDCL) has announced the completion of replacing at least 116 dilapidated transformers in the last two...
How to control papaya mealybug
Pawpaw, also known as papaya (Carica papaya) is a popular fruit in Uganda known for its abundant supply of vitamins, dietary fibre and minerals. It is mainly eaten fresh...