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@sqoop Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:28:56
The song, The money, The lesson: Inside Cindy and Omega 256's 'See You Tonight' saga
What started as one of the biggest female collaborations in recent Ugandan music has become an unlikely lesson in contracts, copyright and the business behind hit songs. Although Cindy Sanyu and Omega 256 appear to have moved towards resolving their disagreement after agreeing on a revenue split, the controversy surrounding See You Tonight has already The post The song, The money, The lesson: Inside Cindy and Omega 256's 'See You Tonight' saga first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:20:00
Ugandan-English teenager Divine Mukasa signs new Manchester City deal to 2030 after breakthrough season
Ugandan-English teenager Divine Mukasa has signed a new long-term contract with Manchester City that will keep him at the club until June 2030. The 18-year-old midfielder impressed while on loan at Leicester last season. He played 15 Championship matches in the second half of the campaign and contributed two goals and three assists. Mukasa also The post Ugandan-English teenager Divine Mukasa signs new Manchester City deal to 2030 after breakthrough season first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:07:00
Kampala's Most Unlikely Theme Night – 'Useless Mondays' Celebrates First Anniversary With Don Julio
Mondays have a reputation. For most people, they are the day to survive- filled with back to back meetings, overflowing mail boxes, and a quiet wish for the week to move a bit faster. But Mezo Noir, Kololo's most frequented hangout, has been steadily rewriting that script each Monday. And on Monday, June 8th, Heroes's The post Kampala's Most Unlikely Theme Night – 'Useless Mondays' Celebrates First Anniversary With Don Julio first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:15:57
Parliament rejects job applications from MPs who lost their seats in the 2026 elections
Several former members of parliament who lost their seats in the 2026 general elections applied for jobs at Parliament and were allegedly rejected. According to Clerk to Parliament Adolf Mwesige, the former MPs did apply for positions in the Parliamentary Service but none of them was hired, except one who was appointed on President Museveni's The post Parliament rejects job applications from MPs who lost their seats in the 2026 elections first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:33:39
Do you think I went for a burial gig? — Karole Kasita responds to critics
Singer Karole Kasita has defended her presence at the burial of late dancer Hustle Quin after videos from the ceremony sparked debate on social media. Hustle Quin, a member of Ugandas dance fraternity, died in a tragic road accident, leaving friends, family and fellow entertainers mourning her untimely passing. However, footage from the burial quickly The post Do you think I went for a burial gig? — Karole Kasita responds to critics first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:21:59
Museveni Pushes for Faster Integration in Meeting With EAC Secretary General
[Nile Post] President Museveni has urged East African Community member states to strengthen cooperation and fast-track regional integration programmes aimed at boosting trade, infrastructure development and economic transformation.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:33:57
"I must first be accountable": Oboth-Oboth vows to lead fight against corruption, cuts Speaker's office budget by Shs24 billion
Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oboth-Oboth has promised to lead the fight against corruption in Parliament, starting with his own office. Speaking at a thanksgiving event hosted by Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja at her home in Makerere-Kavule, Oboth said he has already written to the Clerk of Parliament. He instructed him to slash the Speaker's office The post "I must first be accountable": Oboth-Oboth vows to lead fight against corruption, cuts Speaker's office budget by Shs24 billion first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:23:10
Julius Kyazze names Vinka as the best investment of his career
With successful ventures spanning entertainment, media, events, hospitality and technology, many would expect Julius Kyazze to point to one of his companies when asked about the best investment he has ever made. Instead, the Swangz Avenue co-founder and Live54+ CEO chose a person. Speaking during an interview on Play It Loud, Kyazze described singer Vinka The post Julius Kyazze names Vinka as the best investment of his career first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:38:23
Police hunt boda boda gang that robbed two men at Nsambya traffic lights
Kampala Metropolitan Police are hunting for boda boda riders who attacked and robbed two men at Nsambya traffic lights on May 6 2026. Footage from a police CCTV camera of the attack resurfaced on social media on June 9 2026 and went viral. The video shows a group of assailants on motorcycles targeting two victims The post Police hunt boda boda gang that robbed two men at Nsambya traffic lights first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:06:46
Uganda Mark's 37th Heroes Day in Scaled Down Ceremony as Babalanda Calls for Renewed National Commitment
By Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe Kampala June 9, 2026 Uganda observed its 37th Heroes Day on 9th june in a sombre but purposeful ceremony held at State Lodge Nakasero, with the traditional mass public gathering shelved for the second time in recent years, this time in response to the ongoing Ebola virus outbreak gripping parts of the country. The celebrations were moved to State Lodge Nakasero with attendance strictly capped at just 25 VIP guests, a decision announced by the Minister for the Presidency, Hon. Milly Babalanda, on June 4, as a preemptive measure to prevent the mass spread of
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@matookerepublic Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:00:21
V&A Sherry Keeps the Hunt for Love Alive on Hello Mr. Right
Omuntu agyewa laavu? — Where does one find love? Its the question whispered between single friends whenever they spot a couple glowing with something real. Love, for all its beauty, rarely arrives without a few wrong turns. And on Hello Mr. Right, Ugandas popular reality dating show, those wrong turns have never been more entertaining. The post V&A Sherry Keeps the Hunt for Love Alive on Hello Mr. Right first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:00:06
Dr Diana Atwine
Uganda's technocrat in the eye of an Ebola and economic storm COVER STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | Over the last decade, every time Uganda has had an Ebola outbreak, it has always found Dr Diana Atwine, Uganda's Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Health, waiting for it. From the terrifying uncertainty of the 2019 … The post Dr Diana Atwine appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:00:07
Govt to merge UNEB with NCDC
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Education and Sports is planning to merge the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) and the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) into a single institution. The proposed merger is among the key reforms contained in the forthcoming Curriculum, Assessment and Admissions Bill, one of the education sector laws recently … The post Govt to merge UNEB with NCDC appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@allafrica Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:44:40
Beautiful Chaos, Dancing Zombies As Kampala Neon Raves Crown New Champions
[Nile Post] The lights went out, the music turned up, and for several hours on Saturday night, Supremacy Lounge in Nakulabye became a stage for one of Kampala's most energetic dance competitions.
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@theScribeUganda Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:27:20
Minister Musasizi Begins Tenure on Heroes' Day, Pledges Collaborative Economic Push Ahead of National Budget
By Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe Kampala, Uganda. In a symbolic start to his leadership at the helm of Uganda's economy, Hon. Henry Musasizi, the newly appointed Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, officially reported for duty on National Heroes' Day, June 9, 2026. The day, which commemorates the sacrifices of Ugandans during the 1981-1986 Bush War that ushered in the current NRM government, provided a poignant backdrop for Musasizi's first official engagement. Heroes' Day serves as a powerful reminder of service, sacrifice, and national commitment, values the minister said will guide his stewardship of the country's finances. Musasizi, who represents
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@sqoop Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:01:52
Kasuku under fire over remarks about late Sydney Gongodyo's widow
Media personality and YouTuber Isaac Daniel Katende, popularly known as Kasuku, has come under criticism following comments he made about the widow of slain rugby player Sydney Gongodyo. Gongodyo, a 27-year-old forward for the Uganda Rugby Cranes and Stanbic Black Pirates, died on June 5, 2026, after he was allegedly attacked by a mob in The post Kasuku under fire over remarks about late Sydney Gongodyo's widow first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:08:43
Boda Boda Leaders Condemn Killing of Rugby Player Gongodyo, Pledge Support in Hunt for Suspects
[Nile Post] Leaders of boda boda riders across Uganda have strongly condemned the mob attack that led to the death of national rugby player Sydney Gongodyo and pledged full cooperation with police investigations to ensure all those responsible are brought to justice.
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@theScribeUganda Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:06:17
Minister Milly Babalanda Pays Tribute to The Bush War Heroes For Liberating Uganda
Marking Uganda's 37th Heroes' Anniversary at State Lodge Nakasero today, the Minister In-charge of the Presidency and Member of Parliament for the Budiope West Constituency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, honoured men and women whose courage, sacrifice, and selflessness have shaped the Uganda we proudly call home. She noted that Heroes Day reminds us that our nations progress was never handed to us on a silver platter; it was earned through sacrifice. "We pay special tribute to the heroes of the NRM liberation struggle who, under the visionary leadership of Gen. Rtd. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni rescued Uganda from political
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