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The Food and Drug Administration recently approved the drug company's first-of-its-kind mRNA flu vaccine for adults over 50.

Kampala Parents’ School (KPS) marked the close of the second term with a vibrant Culture & Future Day that celebrated Uganda’s rich diversity and global connections. The event brought together pupils in a colourful showcase of heritage, music, dance and tradition drawn from every corner of the country and beyond. Representations of cultures from Uganda’s […] The post Culture & Future Day Lights Up Kampala Parents’ Sc

Rising back-to-school prices are forcing families nationwide to hunt for deals or buy cheap alternatives as they prepare the new school year.

The escalation shows how a recall can become more serious after products have already been pulled.

The Midwest has been America’s best deal in housing for more than a century

Movit Africa wins Best Exhibitor – Manufacturing at Rwanda International Trade Fair 2026 PML Daily

Airlines are competing for the fanciest business class following the boom in premium travel, but new suites require rigorous certification testing.

The pilot had reported a "cabin fire in the back" of American Airlines Flight 2398, which landed safely.

World of Ubwiza earns Movit Africa Best Exhibitor award – Manufacturing at Rwanda International Trade Fair 2026 Kigali, Rwanda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Movit Africa has been named best exhibitor in manufacturing at the 2026 Rwanda International Trade Fair, recognizing the beauty and personal care company’s standout exhibition and engagement with consumers and … The post Movit Africa wins top award at Rwanda Internation

Facing stiffer competition from rivals, Tesla’s updated Model Y relies on its street-savvy software to maintain an edge

Toyota's first mass-market EV, the bZ got a full facelift for 2026. It's great, but loves to act like your overbearing parent.

Uganda’s economy is about to be tested by its biggest opportunity in a generation. With commercial oil production approaching and coffee exports at record highs, the country’s growth story is shifting from promise to delivery. Speaking at an Equity Bank Uganda trade and investment webinar on Wednesday, economist Stella Otieno laid out the numbers behind […] The post Uganda eyes double-digit growth as oil nears, coffe

In Georgia, it’s more like ‘finders weepers.’ The consequences of finding someone's lost money could be more intense than you think.

Tesla's recall of nearly 3 million vehicles in China involves door handles that may trap occupants after severe collisions if low-voltage systems fail.

California, New York and Texas are home to 8 of the 10 wealthiest U.S. suburbs, according to a new ranking.

Kampala, Uganda | URN | For residents living along Hoima Road in Nansana, crossing from one side of the road to the other has become one of the most dangerous parts of daily life. A routine trip to a shop, church or taxi stage can mean waiting for up to 15 minutes for a break … The post Crossing Hoima Road: The daily gamble facing Nansana pedestrians appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

Kampala came alive with African fashion and creativity on Friday, August 21, as the inaugural Bold Fashion Week brought together designers, creatives, fashion enthusiasts and industry players for an evening celebrating the continent’s evolving fashion landscape. Held at Motiv in Bugolobi, the runway showcased 10 African designers, bringing together established Ugandan labels, emerging talent and […] The post Johnnie

By Denis Edema The 155 Marine Battalion, an enforcement unit of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has intensified operations against illegal fishing on Lake Victoria, shifting its focus from fishermen to the bosses financing and supplying illegal fishing activities. The marine unit says it will now pursue employers who provide fishermen with prohibited fishing […] The post Buvuma District Authorities, UPDF 1

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (UGEITI) will release its fifth report on September 23 in Kampala, officials announced on Thursday. The report is expected to provide updated information on Uganda’s oil, gas and mining sectors, including revenues, production, corporate participation and the contribution of extractive resources to the … The post UGEITI to rel

Stanbic Bank, Rotary Sign Shs 600 Million Partnership to Support Maternal and Child Health ChimpReports

Beyond Cotton, Silk, How emerging fibers of Banana, Bamboo, Bagasse and Sisal Can Power Uganda's $500 Billion Economy PML Daily

Africa is young, ambitious and increasingly entrepreneurial. Across the continent, young people are creating businesses, developing digital solutions, innovating in agriculture, building creative enterprises and finding new ways of earning a living in economies where formal employment opportunities have struggled to keep pace with the growing working-age population. But there is a question we cannot […] The post FATU

Ugandan diplomat Olara Otunnu has made a significant gain in the race to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations, increasing his “encourage” votes from two to five in the second informal straw poll conducted by the UN Security Council on Friday. Otunnu received five “encourage”, five “discourage” and five “no opinion” votes among […] The post Amb Olara Otunnu Gains Ground in Second UN Secretary-Genera