UN commission spurs regional and international bodies to address deepening crisis in South Sudan

The UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan warned on Monday that the nation faces a renewed wave of armed violence, deepening human rights violations, and mass displacement, stating that the country’s political leaders have “deliberately...

Coffee Diplomacy: Uganda brews new ties in Tokyo

COMMENT | KENNETH BARIGYE | Uganda’s coffee has found its way to Tokyo — not just in cups, but in diplomacy. At the 2025 Speciality Coffee Association of Japan (SCAJ) Expo held in September, Uganda’s coordinated presence signalled a confident new...

President Museveni Urges Arua to Stand United With NRM, Promises More Development

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, also the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Presidential flag bearer, has today urged the people of Arua to continue supporting the ruling party, highlighting the party’s role in bringing peace, unity, and...

Ugandans unite for maternal health at the 2025 corporate run

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 3rd Annual Corporate Run 2025 was held on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the NEC Pitch in Bugolobi, bringing together hundreds of participants from more than 40 corporate organizations. Running under the theme...

Lifelong Democrat Breaks Down Crying Live on Air as He Reveals His Thoughts on President Trump’s Historic Speech and the Israel-Hamas Peace Deal (AUDIO)

New York Democrat calls into C-SPAN and breaks down while revealing his thoughts on Trump’s speech to the Israeli Parliament. (Credit: C-SPAN screenshot) The historic agreement between Hamas and Israel, brokered by President Donald Trump, has...

Assembly pushes for law to end deadly hospital delays

The National Assembly’s Library and Research Department has sounded the alarm over what it calls a dangerous legal vacuum that allows hospitals to delay or refuse emergency medical treatment while waiting for police clearance. The report titled:...

Uganda Reaffirms Commitment to Global Cooperation at 19th NAM Midterm Meeting

The Government of Uganda is currently hosting the 19th Midterm Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) from October 13–16, 2025, at the Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala. Held under the theme “Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global...

Uganda secures $5.1mln for adolescent HIV care

Uganda will receive over $5.1 million to support a new health initiative that seeks to transform adolescent HIV care and mental health services. The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and...

Martyrs of Uganda Jubilee School marks 25th anniversary with grand celebrati

Martyrs of Uganda Jubilee School in Kumasi has marked its 25th anniversary with a colourful celebration that brought together clergy, government officials, educationists, alumni, students, and members of the Catholic community to honour a quarter...

NAM member states meet in Uganda amid rising geopolitical tensions

KAMPALA, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) -- Senior officials from member states of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) on Monday began a meeting in Kampala ahead of a foreign ministers' conference to address challenges facing the movement amid rising geopolitical...

Sterling Lions hear from international students

Emmy Nalubega (Courtesy photo) Recently, the members of the Sterling Lions Club hosted four of the International students from Northeastern Junior College and their coordinator, Sarah Stone-Robinson. Following lunch, there was much interaction...

Uganda plans to start pumping crude oil around mid-2026 from its large reserves in the Albertine Graben, one of Africa’s largest reserves

Uganda plans to start pumping crude oil around mid-2026 from its large reserves in the Albertine Graben, one of Africa’s largest reserves. Uganda has about 6.5 billion barrels of oil. Over 2.2 billion barrels of oil is ready for use. The...

Cost-Effectiveness of New TB Diagnosis Methods in Uganda

In a groundbreaking study conducted in Uganda, researchers have introduced novel stool processing methods for diagnosing tuberculosis in children under five years of age. Tuberculosis (TB) remains a pressing public health concern globally,...

Jeje Odongo opens Non-Aligned Movement Ministers’ meeting in Kampala

Ambassador Ayebare chairs a NAM ministers session with Foreign Affairs ministers Odongo (left) and Okello (right) Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Minister of Foreign Affairs Gen Jeje Odongo has opened the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) 19th...

Uganda celebrates Kiplimo's Chicago Marathon win

KAMPALA, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) -- Jacob Kiplimo's historic win at the 2025 Chicago Marathon has drawn wide celebrations back home in Uganda. Kiplimo became the first Ugandan ever to claim a World Marathon Major title in Chicago on Sunday. He clocked...

Vivo Energy Uganda launches ‘Powering Your Next Move’ to strengthen commercial sector partnerships

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, has launched a new commercial campaign dubbed “Powering Your Next Move”, an initiative aimed at redefining how...

Martyrs of Uganda Jubilee School celebrates Silver Jubilee

The Martyrs of Uganda Jubilee School (MUJS), in Kumasi, has commemorated its 25 years anniversary of legacy of excellence and growth, under the theme: “Rooted in Faith, Growing in Knowledge”. The occasion, which witnessed the commissioning of an...

Seniors lead humanitarian mission in Uganda

Harvesting fish from a hand-dug pond, so villagers have more protein in their diets Photos courtesy of Global African Village Retirees often pursue the dreams they’ve delayed until they had the time—from writing a novel to traveling to making a...

Absa Bank Uganda partners with GirlCode to empower women in tech at 2025 Hackathon

The winners were rewarded with digital equipment, including laptops, tablets, and earphones. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Bank Uganda, in partnership with GirlCode, has successfully hosted the 2025 GirlCode Hackathon, empowering 50...

Why Uganda’s oil refinery remains behind schedule

An artistic impression of an oil refinery. Uganda hopes to complete construction of a 60,000 barrels/day refinery by 2030. COURTESY IMAGE/PETROLEUM AUTHORITY OF UGANDA. Delayed construction heightens importance of missing piece in fast-advancing...