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Smallholder farmers to get relief from Equity Group

Access to climate adaptation finance remains a significant challenge for smallholder farmers and rural businesses across Africa, with available capital often failing to reach those who need it most. To help bridge this financing and delivery gap, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Equity Group last Friday, kicked off the Africa Rural Climate […] The post Smallholder farmers to get relief f

The Observer · 13 Sept 2026

Miss Tourism East Africa Delegates Tour Kasubi Tombs, Buganda Heritage Sites Ahead of Kampala Grand Finale

From Buganda Royal Heritage and Kasubi Tombs to Cultural Lectures and Marriott Training, the Queens Discover That Tourism Is More Than a Crown By Brian Mugenyi KAMPALA, UGANDA — Leaving behind their rehearsal rooms at the Kampala Marriott Hotel, the Miss Tourism East Africa contestants embarked on an immersive journey into the heart of Uganda’s […] The post Miss Tourism East Africa Delegates Tour Kasubi Tombs, Bugand

Watchdog Uganda · 13 Sept 2026

Ambassador Ababu Namwamba Rallies Miss Tourism East Africa Delegates to Promote Region’s Hidden Gems

By Brian Mugenyi mugenyijj@gmail.com KAMPALA — When Kenya’s High Commissioner to Uganda, Ambassador Ababu Tawfiq Pius Namwamba, received the Miss Tourism East Africa delegation in Kampala, his message extended far beyond beauty, crowns, and pageantry glamour. For the seasoned diplomat, the young women standing before him represented a strategic opportunity for East Africa to project […] The post Ambassador Ababu Namw

Watchdog Uganda · 13 Sept 2026

Zam Zam Godana Crowned Miss Tourism East Africa As Uganda’s Shakira Okoobah Claims Runner-Up Spot

High Commissioner Namwamba calls Kampala finale a memorable celebration of East African beauty, culture, and tourism diplomacy By Brian Mugenyi KAMPALA, UGANDA — The crown found its queen, Uganda found its moment, and East Africa unveiled a powerful new platform for regional promotion when Zam Zam Godana was crowned the inaugural Miss Tourism East Africa. […] The post Zam Zam Godana Crowned Miss Tourism East Africa A

Watchdog Uganda · 13 Sept 2026

From Karamoja to West Nile: Salva Two and Sundiata Mok redefining Ugandan comedy

There was a moment at the National Theatre earlier last month when comedy seemed less about Kampala and more about where Uganda comes from. Sylvesto Lokorio, better known as Salva Two, and Ismail Mansur, who performs as Sundiata Mok, shared the stage for a double comedy special. One came from Karamoja; the other from Arua in […] The post From Karamoja to West Nile: Salva Two and Sundiata Mok redefining Ugandan comedy

Sqoop Uganda · 13 Sept 2026

NAMEERE ORDERS MASAKA CITY TO TURN SERVICE DELIVERY GAPS INTO ACTION

Minister challenges political and technical leaders to make Masaka a model of accountable local governance By Brian Mugenyi MASAKA CITY, UGANDA — The Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has challenged Masaka City’s political and technical leadership to close service-delivery gaps and position the city as a model of effective local […] The post NAMEERE ORDERS MASAKA CITY TO TURN SERVI

Watchdog Uganda · 13 Sept 2026

Why Uganda’s crude oil was named ‘Pearl Sweet’

NEWS ANALYSIS | URN | The decision by the government to name its crude oil “Pearl Sweet” has generated debate, with some questioning why the crude oil to be produced from the Albertine Graben needs a name as the country approaches first oil. The debate has gained traction on social media sites as well as … The post Why Uganda’s crude oil was named ‘Pearl Sweet’ appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

The Independent Uganda · 13 Sept 2026

FR LAZAR ARASU: The “God Business” exposing how prosperity preachers profit off the faithful

All human beings desire prosperity. It is an ongoing pursuit for every man and woman to improve their finances, health, and well-being. However, the drive for wealth leads many to go to extreme lengths, often resorting to questionable means. For those inclined toward faith, recourse is sought through “godly” avenues to achieve riches. Unfortunately, naive […] The post FR LAZAR ARASU: The “God Business” exposing how p

Watchdog Uganda · 13 Sept 2026