🇺🇬 The Independent Uganda
Uganda · EN · https://www.independent.co.ug
About The Independent Uganda
The Independent Uganda is privately owned by its founder, Andrew Mwenda, a Ugandan journalist. Mwenda maintains full control over the publication's operations, and it is not affiliated with larger media conglomerates or state entities.
Founded in 2007 by Andrew Mwenda, a journalist known for advocating press freedom, The Independent Uganda aims to provide independent current affairs analysis in a media environment marked by government pressures. Mwenda himself has faced harassment, arrests, and criminal prosecutions for his critical reporting, including openly criticizing President Yoweri Museveni's spending practices. The publication focuses on in-depth analysis, opinions, and reporting on Ugandan politics, business, and East African regional issues. The provided headlines reflect a critical stance on governance, economic issues, and corruption within Uganda. Uganda's press freedom environment is challenging, with Reporters Without Borders ranking it 128th in 2024 and 133rd in 2023, and Freedom House classifying the country as 'Not Free,' citing intimidation, violence, and legal harassment against journalists.
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Uganda confirms new Ebola case linked to Congolese national
- Uganda has confirmed a new Ebola case, bringing the total to twenty and linking it to a Congolese national. - The Ministry of Health describes the outbreak as under control, with no local community …
Concern grows over Anita Among’s health
- Concerns are mounting over the health of former Ugandan Speaker of Parliament Anita Among. - Reports suggest she is experiencing significant health issues, including swollen feet. - A local MP has c…
Burundi to host World Swahili Day celebration as AI shapes regional language push
- Burundi will host the World Swahili Language Day celebrations and a conference on Kiswahili's future in the age of AI. - The event aims to discuss the role of African languages in emerging technolog…
Ainamani wins MTN Pro Tees Golf Series opener; Bagalana records hole-in-one
- Abraham Ainamani won the inaugural MTN Pro Tees Golf Series Leg 1 at Entebbe Club. - Ainamani finished with a 4-under par 280, securing a 2-stroke victory and the largest share of the prize money. -…
Uganda transport union launches affordable sanitary pads campaign
- Uganda's transport sector Union has launched 'Kili Clear,' a campaign to make sanitary pads accessible and affordable. - The initiative aims to address barriers faced by girls and women in accessing…
Uganda's Union launches 'Kili Clear' sanitary pads for greater accessibility
- Union, a Ugandan transport sector alliance, has launched 'Kili Clear,' a new line of affordable and high-quality sanitary pads. - The initiative aims to address the persistent challenge of menstrual…
Justice Madrama defends Law Development Centre standards
- Justice Christopher Madrama defended the Law Development Centre's (LDC) stringent academic standards, emphasizing their importance for Uganda's legal profession. - He stated that lowering standards …
Africa CDC: Nearly 90% of DRC Ebola contacts untraceable
- Nearly 90% of contacts traced in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak are untraceable, according to the Africa CDC. - Major gaps in contact tracing systems are hindering containment eff…
Integrating indigenous knowledge in District Climate Change Action Plans strengthens climate justice
- Integrating indigenous knowledge into District Climate Change Action Plans is crucial for climate justice. - Traditional beliefs, like warnings against sitting at doorways during rain, offer insight…
Makerere University again loses bid to reclaim Katanga Land
- Makerere University lost a bid to reclaim land in Kampala's Katanga informal settlement. - The High Court ruled the university's suit was an abuse of process, as it was similar to an ongoing appeal.…
Xi’s visit set to deepen China-DPRK ties
- Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea from June 8-9 at the invitation of Kim Jong Un. - The visit aims to strengthen ties and chart a new course for relations between the two countries…
Solar Energy transforming education in Kilulu-Mbale
- Good Journey Nursery and Primary School in Mbale, Uganda, has installed a solar power system to overcome frequent electricity outages. - The solar system enables students, particularly Primary Seven…
Matia Kasaija's Colorful Legacy as Finance Minister
- Matia Kasaija is retiring after a decade as Uganda's Finance Minister, leaving a legacy of colorful remarks and economic stewardship. - Known for his candid and often humorous public statements, Kas…
Uganda breaks ground on Kidepo International Airport to boost Karamoja tourism
- Construction of Kidepo International Airport has begun in Uganda's Karamoja sub-region. - The airport aims to boost tourism, attract investment, and create jobs, with over 1,600 Ugandans already emp…
Why Uganda’s Ebola fight will be won in communities
- Uganda's Ebola response relies heavily on community-based interventions rather than solely on border controls. - The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola lacks an approved vaccine, making prevention, early de…
Winning The Arteta - Arsenal Way: A Tribute to Frank Muthusi
- This is a tribute to Frank Muthusi, a devoted Arsenal fan who passed away before seeing his team win the Premier League. - The author, Shirley Birungi, writes this piece in memory of Muthusi's passi…
Uganda records three new Ebola cases, total now five
- Uganda has recorded three new cases of Ebola virus disease, bringing the total confirmed cases to five. - The new cases include a Ugandan driver who died, a health worker, and a Congolese woman who …
Uganda's Oil Boom: Opportunity Knocks, But Will Local Firms Have the Cash to Answer?
- Uganda is on the verge of producing 230,000 barrels of oil per day, shifting its narrative from future potential to present production. - Local Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) face significant f…
Coca-Cola Uganda partners with Joe Walker Foundation for road safety campaign
- Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has partnered with the Joe Walker Foundation to support the 2026 Joe Walker Road Safety Campaign. - The collaboration will fund nationwide road safety activities in…
MAKANO: More like a Basquiat ‘protégé’
- Ugandan artist MAKANO, aged 25, is showcasing his debut solo exhibition, "Red Flags 2026," in Zambia. - The artist, compared to Jean-Michel Basquiat for his style, draws inspiration from his experie…
Joint US-Ugandan Committee to Steer Multi-Billion Dollar Health Support
- The U.S. and Uganda launched a Joint Health Steering Committee to oversee a five-year, $2.3 billion health partnership. - The committee, co-chaired by the U.S. Ambassador and Uganda's Health Ministe…
Uganda Airlines’ Airbus returns to London after repairs
- Uganda Airlines' Airbus A330-800neo has resumed its London Gatwick route after nearly three months of maintenance. - The aircraft underwent unscheduled maintenance due to Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engi…
Visually impaired student’s journey and the impact of girls empowering programme
- Joseline Namutebi, a visually impaired student in Uganda, had her education transformed by the Girls Empowering Girls (GEG) program. - The program provided financial assistance for her school fees a…
