Why Uganda’s private sector is squeezed out of credit market?

Uganda’s private sector was pushed to the periphery of the credit market in the first quarter of 2025, even as the government tapped heavily into the local lending basket for funds.   Data also shows that local telecommunications firms absorbed significant …

Uganda Moves in Force Against Illegal Gambling Market

The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has intensified its efforts to uproot illegal operators that continue to target the country’s citizens by bombarding them with gambling advertisements and tailored offers. Denis Mudene Ngabirano, …

In Uganda, an affordable alternative to dirt floors is a big boost to human health

JINJA, Uganda — (AP) — Simon Tigawalana dreamed for years of doing something about the dirt floors in his small house, blaming them for making his family sick. But in a rural area in one of the world's poorest countries, making them over with concrete …

In Uganda, an affordable alternative to dirt floors is a big boost to families’ health

In Uganda, an affordable alternative to dirt floors is a big boost to human health

Violence Against Journalists Rises as Uganda Heads Into General Elections

KAMPALA, UGANDA — It was a local election, and, for most of the day, it was peaceful, says Huzaifa Mugerwa, a young journalist covering voting for the first time. But as the day of voting wrapped up, Mugerwa says, a masked man kicked a ballot box. The …

Mbiko Parish: A decade of hospitality to Uganda Martyrs’ pilgrims

Some of the pilgrims making prayers on arrival at St. Charles Lwanga, catholic parish, Mbiko. Buikwe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | St. Karoli Lwanga, Mbiko Parish, has over the past 10 years positioned itself as a one-stop hospitality center, offering meals, …

Annual "Chinese Bridge" language competition held in Uganda

KAMPALA, June 1 (Xinhua) -- Learners of the Chinese language in Uganda showcased their skills during the 2025 "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition, held in the central Ugandan district of Luwero on Saturday. Secondary and college …

Indian faith leader Jayramgiri Bapu visits Uganda

Indian faith leader Jayramgiri Bapu visits Uganda Indian faith leader Jayramgiri Bapu has arrived in Uganda for a five-day visit aimed at promoting cattle-related trade and fostering collaboration between Uganda and India. Bapu is the 14th successor of a …

Over 3,000 farmers attend Northern Uganda Agribusiness expo

Over 3,000 farmers attend Northern Uganda Agribusiness expo Over 3,000 farmers from northern and eastern Uganda are taking part in an agribusiness expo, with over 45 exhibitors showcasing innovations in agro-inputs, mechanization, post-harvest technologies …