Tag Archives: Uganda

From L-R: Equity Group Chairman Prof. Isaac Macharia, Group Managing Director and CEO, Dr. James Mwangi and Director Equity Group Foundation Operations, Dr. Joanne Korir, during the FY 2025 Investor Briefing event. Equity Group records historic results reporting a 55% growth in profit after tax of Kshs 75.5 billion, underscoring the success of its strategic transformation. Nairobi, Kenya | THE …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda on Tuesday launched a phased relocation of southern white rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park in the country’s northeast, marking their return more than 40 years after disappearing from the area. The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) said in a statement that the first two rhinos were successfully translocated from Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in central …

The Journalists and NLGRB Officials pose for Group Photo Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | More than 7,000 illegal gaming machines worth Shs8.8 billion have been seized across Uganda over the past five years in operations aimed at curbing unlicensed gaming and protecting the public from exploitation. The enforcement operations, conducted from the 2021/2022 financial year to date, targeted unlicensed gaming …

Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine said he has temporarily left the country after two months in hiding in the wake of ​a presidential election in January that kept long‑time leader Yoweri ‌Museveni in office. Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, disputed the outcome of that contest, alleging fraud, and had been in hiding since fleeing his ​home in Uganda’s …

By Kabuye Ronald Opposition leader and former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, has announced that he is temporarily leaving Uganda to carry out what he described as “important work” with international allies. In a brief video message shared Saturday, the leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP) said his departure would be short-term and aimed at …

Opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, reportedly left Uganda and entered a neighbouring East African country about a week ago, according to officials familiar with the situation. Sources indicate that Kyagulanyi quietly departed the country following several days of heightened political tension. One official, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that authorities had received information suggesting …

By Julius Muhumuza Members of the National Tobacco Control Committee have signed a No Conflict-of-Interest Declaration aimed at safeguarding public health policies from interference by the tobacco industry. The declaration was signed during a meeting held at the Ministry of Health headquarters in Kampala. The National Tobacco Control Focal Point at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Hafsa Lukwata, said the …

Tanzania–Uganda Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) The Agreed Minutes of the 5th Session of the Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) between the United Republic of Tanzania and the Republic of Uganda have been officially signed in Dar es Salaam. The signing marks the successful conclusion of the 5th JPC, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and advancing shared priorities across …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Uganda’s digital economy gathers pace, MTN Uganda says demand for connectivity and digital financial services continued to drive growth in 2025, underlining the expanding role telecommunications companies now play in the country’s economic life. For the year ended December 31, the telecoms operator reported service revenue of Shs3.6 trillion, a 13.4% increase from the …

The Republic of Uganda has taken an important diplomatic and economic step toward global engagement with the signing of its Participation Contract for Expo 2027 Belgrade in Belgrade, an international gathering expected to convene nations, innovators, and policymakers around ideas shaping the future of sustainable development, culture, and economic cooperation. The agreement formalizes Uganda’s commitment to take part in the …