The event underscored art’s ability to inspire, connect communities, and foster meaningful cross-cultural dialogue, offering a glimpse into the future of global creative exchange

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s BPO industry stands for significant growth. Having established a dedicated policy framework, the country now has the opportunity to capitalize on its inherent advantages.

KAMPALA, Uganda — Uganda discharged on Tuesday the last eight patients who recovered from Ebola , health authorities reported, and there were no other positive cases in the outbreak declared last month. World Health Organization described the recoveries as a milestone that “reflects the power of Uganda’s quick and coordinated response.”

Uganda on Saturday launched mpox vaccination campaign targeting high-risk populations in Kampala, the Ugandan capital, the current epicenter of the virus outbreak in the east African country. Charles Olaro,

Uganda on Tuesday discharged eight patients who have been receiving treatment for Sudan Virus disease-(belongs to same family as Ebola virus disease), after two negative tests carried out 72 hours apart.

The Commonwealth called on Tuesday for Uganda, a member of the 56-nation group, to release opposition politician Kizza Besigye, saying his detention undermined democracy and human rights.

UDP, valued at $566 million (Shs2.1 trillion), is already funding road projects in Kira Municipality, Wakiso District, and Mukono Municipality

Ugandan authorities should release from prison former opposition presidential candidate Kizza Besigye, whose health has deteriorated as the result of a hunger strike, his lawyer, and others who are in detention by reason of the rulings from military courts.

A prominent opposition figure jailed in Uganda for allegedly threatening state security is unwell and in need of urgent medical care.

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Buhweju County lawmaker Francis Mwijukye confirmed that Kizza Besigye had been rushed to a clinic in Uganda's capital Kampala over his deteriorating health

While speaking at the award ceremony, the UNHCR representative in Uganda Mr. Mathew Crentil commended the government of Uganda for its progressive refugee policy that is evidenced by it hosting over 1.8 million refugees. He called on the refugees to optimally use this opportunity to improve their livelihood.