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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:56:24
Zari Hassan announces split from husband Shakib Lutaaya
Socialite and businesswoman Zari Hassan has announced that she and her husband, Shakib Cham Lutaaya, have ended their relationship after five years together. In a statement shared with her followers, Zari revealed that the pair had mutually agreed to go their separate ways, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason behind the decision. She described the The post Zari Hassan announces split from husband Shakib Lutaaya first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:37:08
UPRS Distributes Shs 216m in Royalties Amid Artist Concerns Over Low Earnings
[Nile Post] The Uganda Performing Rights Society (UPRS) has announced a royalty distribution of Shs 216 million to music rights holders, while acknowledging continued concerns from artists over low earnings despite growing consumption of Ugandan music.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:37:09
Ibanda Youth Urged to Embrace Entrepreneurship Over Job-Seeking
[Nile Post] Youth leaders in Ibanda District have been urged to shift focus from pursuing leadership positions to creating employment opportunities and building sustainable livelihoods through entrepreneurship and productive ventures.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:25:00
Why La Cabana Is Kampala's Ideal Spot for a Business Lunch
When it comes to sealing deals, hosting clients or simply stepping away from the office for a working meal, the venue matters as much as the agenda. Speke Apartments Wampewo, part of the renowned Speke Group of Hotels, has quietly become one of Kampalas most compelling choices for the discerning business lunch. The propertys La The post Why La Cabana Is Kampala's Ideal Spot for a Business Lunch first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:59:51
What Uganda's Shs84.4 trillion budget means for you
The government has unveiled Uganda's Shs84.39 trillion budget for the 2026/27 financial year, the biggest in the country's history. While the figure sounds huge, many Ugandans are wondering what it actually means for their daily lives. A large portion of the money will come from within Uganda. The government expects to collect about Shs45.96 trillion, The post What Uganda's Shs84.4 trillion budget means for you first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:11:27
Court gives Muhoozi seven days to file defence over threats to hang Besigye
The High Court has ordered Chief of Defence Forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba and four other respondents to file their responses within seven days to an application brought by jailed opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye. The directive was issued on Thursday by Justice Emmanuel Baguma of the Criminal Division of the High Court. The judge instructed The post Court gives Muhoozi seven days to file defence over threats to hang Besigye first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:03:41
Great Lakes Men's T20 set to bowl off at Lugogo with Uganda's top talent on display
The Great Lakes Men's T20 tournament is set to get underway on Thursday, June 12, 2026, at the Lugogo Cricket Oval, bringing together some of Uganda's finest cricket talent in a competition designed to strengthen the country's player development pathway. The opening fixture will see Victoria Strikers take on Bunyonyi Warriors, before Kyoga Avengers face
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@uplandMedia Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:00:05
Arts teachers receive salary enhancement in 2026/2027 Budget
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The government has increased the budget for education, skills development, and sports in the 2026/27 financial year, with a small upward adjustment from the previous allocation. Currently, primary classroom teachers earn a minimum of 499,684 shillings per month regardless of their qualification, while secondary classroom teachers (arts) receive a minimum … The post Arts teachers receive salary enhancement in 2026/2027 Budget appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:00:06
How first oil evaded 5 Energy, 4 Finance Ministers
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda's oil journey has been defined less by extraction than by expectation — a revolving door of ministers, shifting deadlines, and a promise of "first oil" that has survived nearly two decades of political optimism and policy delays. In 2013, Irene Muloni, then Minister for Energy and Mineral Development, was upbeat at … The post How first oil evaded 5 Energy, 4 Finance Ministers appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:22:43
Prisons Confirms 93 Inmates On Death Row, Says No Executions Since 1999
[Nile Post] The Uganda Prisons Service has confirmed that the country currently has 93 inmates on death row, while reiterating that no executions have been carried out since 1999.
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@sportsOceanUganda Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:29:14
Three red cards as Mexico defeat South Africa 2-0 in explosive World Cup curtain-raiser
Mexico made a winning start to their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory over South Africa in an eventful Group A opener at the iconic Azteca Stadium on Thursday night.The co-hosts thrilled a packed home crowd of more than 80,000 fans, with Julian Quiñones scoring the tournaments first goal before Raul
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@sqoop Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:39:46
Budget blinks red light for drinkers
Ugandans should brace for higher prices on a range of consumer goods after the government announced new and increased taxes as part of the 2026/27 national budget. Presenting the budget before Parliament, Finance Minister Henry Musasizi revealed that Parliament had approved several tax measures under Value Added Tax (VAT), excise duty and stamp duty aimed The post Budget blinks red light for drinkers first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:37:09
Parliament Approves Shs710bn Loan for Solar-Powered Irrigation Project
[Nile Post] Parliament has approved a government request to borrow up to 168.98 million (approximately Shs 710 billion) from UKEF and Citi Bank to finance Phase II of the Solar Powered Irrigation Systems Project aimed at boosting coffee production and mitigating the effects of climate change.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:37:09
UPC's Akena Warns of Rising Debt Pressure, Urges Fiscal Discipline
[Nile Post] Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC) President Jimmy Akena has raised concerns over what he described as growing fiscal pressure, warning that rising borrowing levels and weak domestic revenue collection could push the country into an unsustainable economic position.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:37:10
Buganda Kingdom Leads Major Cleanup of Kabaka's Lake Ahead of Environment Day
[Nile Post] Residents and officials under the leadership of the Buganda Kingdom have carried out a major cleanup exercise at Kabaka's Lake as part of preparations for the Kingdom's Environment Day celebrations.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:37:11
Investor Protection Unit Links 50 Agencies, Records Shs544 Billion Inflows
[Nile Post] The head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, has revealed that the unit has facilitated investments worth approximately Shs 544 billion through its electronic investor protection system since its establishment in 2023.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:37:11
Minister Jonard Asiimwe Unveils Drive to Accelerate Innovation for Vision 2040
[Nile Post] Minister in the Office of the President in Charge of Science, Technology and Innovation, Eng. Jonard Asiimwe has pledged to use science, technology and innovation (STI) as a key driver of production, manufacturing and economic transformation as Uganda pursues its Vision 2040 goals.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:37:12
Alupo Calls for Review of Medical Internship Policy Amid Rising Concerns
[Nile Post] Vice President Jessica Alupo has called for a review of the newly introduced medical internship policy following growing concerns from medical interns and health sector stakeholders who fear the changes could disrupt training and worsen staffing gaps in the country's health system.
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