MTN Uganda, WWF launch youth climate innovation challenge

MTN Uganda, WWF launch youth climate innovation challenge

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda has officially launched the Pachi Panda Innovation Challenge in partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), a programme designed to support young people in creating business solutions that tackle food, energy, and water security challenges. The initiative, which began in Zambia in 2022 and has … The post MTN Uganda, WWF launch youth climate innovation challenge appeared first on The Independent Uganda: .

ARAPAPA by Santa Anzo to headline Pearl of Africa Night at UNAA

ARAPAPA by Santa Anzo to headline Pearl of Africa Night at UNAA

New Orleans, US | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s premier fashion house, ARAPAPA by Santa Anzo, will take center stage at the 37th Annual UNAA Convention & Trade Expo. Hosted at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans, the event runs from today, Friday, August 29, to September 1. The collaboration with Inspire Africa Group (IAG), formalized … The post ARAPAPA by Santa Anzo to headline Pearl of Africa Night at UNAA appeared first on The Independent Uganda: .

Uganda to bid for chairmanship of the Universal Postal Union

Uganda to bid for chairmanship of the Universal Postal Union

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has briefed the Diplomatic Corps in Kampala about Uganda’s decision to submit her candidature for the chairmanship of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) Council of Administration for the 2025–2029 cycle. The event, presided over by Amb. John L. Mugerwa, head of the International Legal … The post Uganda to bid for chairmanship of the Universal Postal Union appeared first on The Independent Uganda: .

Can anyone stop Tanzania’s Olomi at Uganda Open

Can anyone stop Tanzania’s Olomi at Uganda Open

Lugazi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT @ UGU MEDIA  | Championships are not won on the opening day of the competition. But they can be lost. Tanzania’s day one leader Neema Olomi will not quite pop champagne yet. In taking a four-stroke lead into today’s second day at the par-71 course, Olomi is right to take … The post Can anyone stop Tanzania’s Olomi at Uganda Open appeared first on The Independent Uganda: .

Nile Rapids put their competition on notice after Entebbe 7s victory

Nile Rapids put their competition on notice after Entebbe 7s victory

The Nile Rapids officially announced their resurgence at the Entebbe 7s, going unbeaten on the two days of play, serving a game of the day performance against fellow Jinja side, the Walukuba Titans, and foreshadowing the final’s result by edging the Avengers 20-17 in the group stages, then coming from behind against the same team […] The post Nile Rapids put their competition on notice after Entebbe 7s victory appeared first on Kawowo Sports .

Works Minister commissions Foton Motors assembling plant at Namanve

Works Minister commissions Foton Motors assembling plant at Namanve

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Works and Transport, General Katumba Wamala, has commissioned a Foton Motors assembling facility at the Foton Motors showroom in Namanve. Foton Motors, a subsidiary of Sunbelt Motors and globally recognised in the automotive manufacturing sector, launched the assembling facility in Uganda with an initial fleet of … The post Works Minister commissions Foton Motors assembling plant at Namanve appeared first on The Independent Uganda: .

Johnnie Walker to host a She Walks experience at the Uganda ladies open 19th hole experience

Johnnie Walker to host a She Walks experience at the Uganda ladies open 19th hole experience

Lugazi, Uganda –Lugazi Hills Golf and Country Club will this Saturday not only host the grand finale of the 2025 Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open, but also an unforgettable She Walks Sip Over celebration- thanks to Johnnie Walker Uganda. A signature event under Johnnie Walker’s She Walks Mentorship Program, the Sip Over is dedicated to […] The post Johnnie Walker to host a She Walks experience at the Uganda ladies open 19th hole experience appeared first on PML Daily .

Seven deportees arrive in Rwanda from the US

Seven deportees arrive in Rwanda from the US

Kigali, Rwanda | BBC | Seven migrants deported from the US have arrived in Rwanda, the first of 250 expected to be taken in by the African state under a deal reached with President Donald Trump’s administration. “The first group of seven vetted migrants arrived in Rwanda in mid-August,” Rwandan government spokesperson Yolande Makolo said. … The post Seven deportees arrive in Rwanda from the US appeared first on The Independent Uganda: .

AMDA’s 11th annual caravan commences in high gear of empowering communities

AMDA’s 11th annual caravan commences in high gear of empowering communities

KAMPALA – The Archdiocese of Mbarara Development Association – AMDA’s 11th annual caravan has commenced on Friday, August 29th in parishes of Kibona and Nyamitanga in Mbarara district. With its annual caravan, AMDA aims to bring empowerment and hope to those in need especially the less privileged. This year’s caravan is anticipated to be the […] The post AMDA’s 11th annual caravan commences in high gear of empowering communities appeared first on PML Daily .