Kyeeyo initiative an umbrella Association for Ugandan working abroad has dismissed rumors that Ms Ajok who is acused of murdering a Syrian Actor is dead. A montage of Vicky Ajok and her deceased boss. “As the entity with the powers of attorney over her status quo and legal representation, we hereby affirm to the general public that Ms Ajok Vicky …
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By Kayiira Jackson Janan Secondary School Bombo has expressed full preparedness to host the 2026 USSSA Elite Schools Championship, with the head teacher, Mukwaya Joseph, assuring stakeholders that the institution is ready in all aspects to stage the prestigious tournament slated for February 26th to March 1st, 2026. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Voice of Bugerere, Mukwaya confidently stated …
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NRM’s Justine Nameere in court with her lawyers. NUP lawyers want Judg Simon Peter Kinobe to recuse Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Lawyers have asked Acting High Court Judge Simon Peter Kinobe to excuse himself from hearing the application for judicial review against the contested Masaka City Woman MP election vote recount. National Unity Platform’s candidate for the Masaka District Woman …
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Goretti Masadde, Chief Executive Officer of UIBFS (left) looks on as Grace Muwanguzi, Head of Learning and Development at Stanbic Bank moderates the session The series introduces the Throwback 2025 Challenge to deepen financial literacy Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS) has officially launched the 2025–2026 Banking and Financial Services Awareness …
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by AdminFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 20260 Share0 By Robert Segawa Residents of Masaka City woke up in shock this morning following the sudden death of Maj. Gen. Deus Sunday, Commander of the Armored Division Brigade based in Kasijjagirwa, Masaka District. Maj. Gen. Sunday’s passing comes just days after the death of Maj. Gen. Francis …
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Kampala– The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, today officially opened a one-day intensive training programme on advanced legal research for Magistrates Grade One (Research) at the Court of Appeal Conference Hall, reaffirming the Judiciary’s commitment to strengthening research capacity as a cornerstone of quality adjudication. Principal judge, Jane Frances Abodo (in middle) with Justice Mike Chibita (Left) In her …
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Mukono, Uganda- Situation at Uganda Christian University (UCU) based in Mukono is in sombre mood as they mourn their beloved colleague, sister, and friend, Dean of Students UCU, Pamela Tumwebaze. “Her life was brutally cut short by thugs who broke into her home last night and attacked her. Despite efforts to save her, she succumbed to her injuries this morning in …
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KAMPALA — Chief Justice Justice Dr Flavian Zeija on Tuesday met a delegation from the International Development Law Organisation (IDLO) and the Netherlands Embassy at the Court of Appeal building in Kampala to review their long-standing partnership and discuss future priorities for justice reform in Uganda. Chief Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija (in middle) with his visitors (courtesy photo) The meeting, …
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WHO staff conducting a community engagement activity during the Marburg virus disease outbreak. One of the clearest signs of progress is the growing transformation of district data systems NEWS ANALYSIS | THE INDEPENDENT | Across the winding corridors of district health offices in Uganda, a quiet but profound transformation is taking place. It is not marked by grand announcements or sweeping …
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Uganda’s anti-LGBTQ+ law exposes systemic failures The German publication Deutsche Welle reports: A gay couple in Uganda, where public displays of same-sex affection are dangerous. (Brian Inganga photo courtesy of AP and DW.com) A justice system strained by political pressure, public fear and inconsistent enforcement By Michael Oti [On Feb. 3], a court in Uganda dismissed the first case brought under …
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Reverend Father Deusidedit Ssekabira, standing Masaka High Court dock during hearing of his bail application Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Masaka High Court has granted a 15-million shillings cash bail to Reverend Father Deusdedit Ssekabira, the Masaka-based Catholic priest who has been in detention for over two months on charges of money laundering. The ruling comes after the …
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By Mukembo Wilfred Amolatar’s political landscape has been left unsettled following claims that Uganda’s Ambassador to France, Amule Doreen Ruth, took an active and controversial role in campaigning against ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidates during the January 15 and 22, 2026 general elections. Instead of remaining focused on her diplomatic responsibilities abroad, Ambassador Amule returned to her home district …
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Masaka High Court has granted bail to Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, who is charged with money laundering involving Shs500 million. Rev Fr. Ssekabira. In her ruling, the presiding judge found that all the sureties presented by the Reverend Father were substantial and met the legal requirements. She also overruled the State prosecution’s submission that the court lacked jurisdiction to hear …
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Managing Director of Vivo Energy, Joanita Mukasa Menya handing over Toyota passenger vans to Richard Atiku from Masindi and Ismail Mulumba from Gayaza. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda has wrapped up the Shell FuelSave Diesel ‘Omunene W’ekkubo’ promotion, which was a nationwide effort to recognise, support, and reward Uganda’s public transport drivers. The campaign concluded with …
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This photo taken on March 31, 2024 shows a city view of Kampala, Uganda. (Xinhua/Li Yahui) Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s economic growth has strengthened markedly in recent years, rising from below 3 per cent in 2020 to an estimated 7 per cent today, supported by some of the strongest macroeconomic indicators on the continent. While these gains …
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