Tariffs could brew trouble for Americans’ daily cup of coffee

Tariffs could brew trouble for Americans’ daily cup of coffee

NEW YORK, the United States | Xinhua | For many Americans, the day doesn’t begin without a cup of coffee. But a new round of tariffs on coffee imports may soon make that daily ritual cost more. Coffee prices in the United States jumped 14.5 percent in July from a year earlier, with the average … The post Tariffs could brew trouble for Americans’ daily cup of coffee appeared first on The Independent Uganda: .

Uganda aims for $20B in agricultural exports with UK collaboration

Uganda aims for $20B in agricultural exports with UK collaboration

KAMPALA, Uganda — The Minister of State for Trade, Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, said Wednesday that Uganda aims to increase its annual agricultural export earnings to $20 billion by 2040 through a closer partnership with the United Kingdom. Mbadi made the comments at the inaugural UK-Uganda Agro-Industrialization Forum held at Serana Hotel in Kampala. He highlighted […] The post Uganda aims for $20B in agricultural exports with UK collaboration appeared first on PML Daily .

Victoria Pearls take on Rest Of Africa for spot at T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers

Victoria Pearls take on Rest Of Africa for spot at T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers

The Victoria Pearls head to Namibia seeking a third Global World Cup Qualifiers showpiece appearance if they can get out a Group B, which is full of East African enemies. Uganda will compete against Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda, with the top two sides in the group moving to the semifinals, and the two finalists earning […] The post Victoria Pearls take on Rest Of Africa for spot at T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers appeared first on Kawowo Sports .

ROGERS WADADA: Why do I think Rebecca Kadaga won the race but lost the election to Anita Among?

ROGERS WADADA: Why do I think Rebecca Kadaga won the race but lost the election to Anita Among?

KAMPALA – The contest for the position of NRM first National Vice Chairperson- Female between the current Speaker Anita Among and her predecessor in title Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga will take some time to fade from our minds. The race overshadowed all the other positions to the Central Executive Committee of the NRM, one would think […] The post ROGERS WADADA: Why do I think Rebecca Kadaga won the race but lost the election to Anita Among? appeared first on PML Daily .

Mastercard intensifies digital payments push in East Africa

Mastercard intensifies digital payments push in East Africa

Mastercard is stepping up its efforts to transform digital payments and the flow of remittances across Uganda and wider East Africa. The global payments giant is leveraging strategic partnerships and new solutions to tap into the region’s economic potential. Shehryar Ali, Mastercard’s Senior Vice President and Country Manager for East Africa and Indian Ocean Islands, […] The post Mastercard intensifies digital payments push in East Africa appeared first on PML Daily .

The Bloomberg Philanthropies Initiative for Global Road Safety Announces Winners of Inaugural Speed Challenge

The Bloomberg Philanthropies Initiative for Global Road Safety Announces Winners of Inaugural Speed Challenge

August, 2025 | New York, NY – Bloomberg Philanthropies announced today the eight winners of the first-ever Initiative for Global Road Safety Speed Challenge. From June 2023 to March 2025, cities and states within the Initiative were called on to adopt the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended speed limits – under 50 kilometers per hour (km/h) in […] The post The Bloomberg Philanthropies Initiative for Global Road Safety Announces Winners of Inaugural Speed Challenge appeared first on PML Daily .

Ssegujja Ivan: Ugandan young entrepreneur transforming carpentry, media, and sports

Ssegujja Ivan: Ugandan young entrepreneur transforming carpentry, media, and sports

KAMPALA – At just 25 years old, Ssegujja Ivan has made a name for himself as a furniture entrepreneur, television professional, and football club founder. From humble beginnings to leading one of Uganda’s fastest-growing furniture brands, Ivan’s journey is an inspiration to many. From Roadside Carpentry to Furniture Empire Ivan’s Nsambya Furniture Workshop has grown […] The post Ssegujja Ivan: Ugandan young entrepreneur transforming carpentry, media, and sports appeared first on PML Daily .

Speaker Anita Among secures landslide victory in NRM CEC elections with 92%

Speaker Anita Among secures landslide victory in NRM CEC elections with 92%

KAMPALA – Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has emerged victorious in the NRM Central Executive Committee (CEC) elections for the female vice chairperson seat, garnering an overwhelming 92% of the votes. Among secured 11,680 votes, while her closest rival, former Speaker Rebecca Kadaga, managed 902 votes. Among’s victory was not limited to specific regions; she […] The post Speaker Anita Among secures landslide victory in NRM CEC elections with 92% appeared first on PML Daily .

Over 82,000 people reported missing across Africa

Over 82,000 people reported missing across Africa

NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said Wednesday that more than 82,000 people are currently missing across Africa due to armed conflict and violence. “This figure represents just a small fraction of those who have disappeared,” ICRC Regional Director for Africa Patrick Youssef said in a statement issued … The post Over 82,000 people reported missing across Africa appeared first on The Independent Uganda: .

Jovia Nakagolo extends stay at Kawempe Muslim

Jovia Nakagolo extends stay at Kawempe Muslim

FUFA Women’s Super League side Kawempe Muslim has confirmed a contract extension for forward, Jovia Nakagolo. Ahead of the upcoming campaign, Nakagolo has put pen to a three-year employment contract that will keep him at the club until 2028. The development was confirmed via the official club’s official social media platforms. “The future is secured. […] The post Jovia Nakagolo extends stay at Kawempe Muslim appeared first on Kawowo Sports .

Vipers pull out of Kagame Cup, replaced by NEC

Vipers pull out of Kagame Cup, replaced by NEC

Uganda’s representatives in the CAF Confederation Cup will play at the Cecafa Kagame Cup 2025 and not league champions Vipers SC as earlier stated. The Venoms, currently in Kigali, Rwanda for a pre-season tour haven’t been part of the draws made at Pacific Hotel, Nairobi on Thursday ahead of the tournament that kicks off early […] The post Vipers pull out of Kagame Cup, replaced by NEC appeared first on Kawowo Sports .