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@allafrica Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:24:01
Kisizi Hospital Gets New Board
[Nile Post] The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt Rev Onesimus Asiimwe, has appointed Dr Madard Bitekyerezo as Chairperson and Isaac Atukunda as Vice Chairperson of the Church of Uganda Kisizi Hospital Board of Governors.
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@allafrica Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:23:17
Court Restricts Attendance At Kivumbi Bail Hearing Over Ebola Concerns
[Nile Post] The leadership of the International Crimes Division (ICD) Court has agreed with both the defence and prosecution teams to reduce the number of people attending proceedings in the terrorism case involving Muwanga Kivumbi and 23 co-accused persons.
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@allafrica Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:23:51
Kivumbi Appears Before ICD Court for Bail Hearing in Terrorism Case
[Nile Post] Opposition politician Muwanga Kivumbi has appeared before the International Crimes Division (ICD) of the High Court in Kampala for the hearing of his bail application in a terrorism case arising from the aftermath of the January 2026 presidential elections.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:08:00
Equity Bank pledges stronger support for SACCOs, micro businesses
Equity Bank Uganda has promised to deepen its support for SACCOs, micro businesses, and local entrepreneurs with custom loans, free financial training, and green financing options. Speaking Friday at the Uganda Central Co-operative Financial Services Ltd Annual General Assembly at Silver Springs Hotel, Bugolobi, bank officials said their focus remains on financial inclusion. They pointed The post Equity Bank pledges stronger support for SACCOs, micro businesses first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:40:08
Paul Kafeero's remains exhumed for DNA test to settle 20-year paternity dispute
The remains of legendary musician Prince Paul Kafeero have been exhumed for DNA testing to resolve a paternity dispute that has lasted over 20 years. Outgoing Youth and Children Affairs Minister Balaam Barugahara confirmed the exhumation happened this morning. The move aims to settle claims by more than 20 young people who say the late The post Paul Kafeero's remains exhumed for DNA test to settle 20-year paternity dispute first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:10:10
Chameleone cancels his concert, gives up date and venue to King Saha
Legendary singer Jose Chameleone has called off his "Chameleone Unlimited" concert that was set for December 4, 2026, at Lugogo Cricket Oval. Chameleone, real name Joseph Mayanja, said he had already booked and fully paid for the venue. But in a statement, he confirmed he is giving up the date to allow fellow artist King The post Chameleone cancels his concert, gives up date and venue to King Saha first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:45:11
Gov't scraps allowances for medical interns as training becomes part of university degree
Medical interns will stop receiving government allowances starting August, 2026, as a new policy folds internship into the formal university education system. The change, approved by Cabinet in October 2024, means students will now complete their internship before graduating. That extends medical training to six years total. Dr Ronnie Bahatungire, Commissioner for Clinical Services at The post Gov't scraps allowances for medical interns as training becomes part of university degree first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:51:49
BoU approves Absa Bank's acquisition of Standard Chartered's Wealth and Retail Banking business
Absa Bank Uganda Limited has received regulatory approval from the Bank of Uganda for Absa Bank Uganda Limited to acquire the Wealth and Retail Banking (WRB) business of Standard Chartered Uganda. The approval marks an important milestone for Uganda's banking sector and reflects continued confidence in the strength, stability, and regulatory oversight of the country's The post BoU approves Absa Bank's acquisition of Standard Chartered's Wealth and Retail Banking business first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:25:38
Chameleone's 'Unlimited' concert postponed again amid Lugogo venue clash
A letter circulating online and attributed to Ugandan music legend Jose Chameleone has sparked fresh conversation in the entertainment industry after the singer reportedly released his booking of Lugogo Cricket Oval Stadium, paving the way for another event to take place at the venue. In the letter dated May 26 and bearing the official branding The post Chameleone's 'Unlimited' concert postponed again amid Lugogo venue clash first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:11:13
UPDF Female Soldiers in Somalia Urged to Pursue Personal and Professional Growth
[Nile Post] Uganda Contingent Administration Officer serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), Colonel Hamza Kasajja, has urged female Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers to set clear personal and professional goals aimed at improving their careers and livelihoods.
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@allafrica Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:10:53
Semuto Leaders Urge Parents to Prioritise Education After Oath Drama
[Nile Post] There was drama in Semuto Sub-county, Nakaseke District, after a councillor representing Kikyusa Parish reportedly struggled to read the oath of office in English during a swearing-in ceremony for newly elected local government leaders.
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@allafrica Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:17:18
Bishop Katumba Condemns MPs' Alleged Reliance On Witchcraft, Urges Integrity in Leadership
[Nile Post] Retired Bishop of West Buganda, Henry Katumba Tamale, has strongly condemned politicians who allegedly rely on witchcraft and sorcery to gain political power, warning that such practices erode genuine leadership and contradict faith-based values.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:57:06
Here are the 10 Police Directors who vacated office as contracts expired, awaiting Museveni's renewal decision
Half of the Uganda Police Force's top leadership is now vacant after the contracts of 10 directors expired and are yet to be renewed. The 10, all at the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police, were appointed on two-year terms in May 2024. With those contracts now lapsed, they have handed over their offices The post Here are the 10 Police Directors who vacated office as contracts expired, awaiting Museveni's renewal decision first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:00:04
On Museveni's support to industrialists
What Uganda can learn from countries that enjoyed industrial transformation THE LAST WORD | ANDREW M. MWENDA | My friend, Ellison Karuhanga, wrote a brilliant defense of President Yoweri Museveni's policy of allocating state benefits to private companies in pursuit of Uganda's industrial development. He argued that the president's critics focus on procedural technicalities and … The post On Museveni's support to industrialists appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:00:05
Journalist Gerald Tenywa and his long fight for Bugoma forest
SPECIAL FEATURE | Long before Bugoma Forest became a national political issue, Gerald Tenywa was writing about it. Through years of encroachment, contested land titles, illegal logging and institutional hesitation, the veteran journalist refused to abandon the story. Today, as the government moves to convert the tropical forest into a national park, his decades-long … The post Journalist Gerald Tenywa and his long fight for Bugoma forest appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:00:05
EAC health ministers to convene meeting over Ebola outbreak
DAR ES SALAAM | Xinhua | The East African Community (EAC) will convene an extraordinary virtual meeting of health ministers from June 1 to 2 to coordinate a regional response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak affecting parts of East Africa, the regional bloc said in a statement on Sunday. The meeting will focus on strategies … The post EAC health ministers to convene meeting over Ebola outbreak appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:00:06
DRC Ebola outbreak exposes community health gaps
SPECIAL FEATURE | As the DRC battles a rapidly growing Ebola outbreak, investment in community health surveillance is critical, writes Githinji Gitahi, Group CEO of Amref Health Africa. Since the World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on 17 May, the disease … The post DRC Ebola outbreak exposes community health gaps appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@theScribeUganda Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:01:34
COMMISSIONER HELLEN SEKU, "PATRIOTISM TRAINING KEY TO SHAPING RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS,"
The Commissioner of the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC), Ms. Hellen Seku, has emphasized the importance of patriotism training in schools, describing it as a critical tool for sharpening the ideological consciousness of young Ugandans and preparing them to become responsible citizens committed to national development. Speaking during the pass-out ceremony of patriotism trainees at King's College, Budo today, Ms. Seku urged students to embrace positive values, discipline, and love for their country. "It is our time to be ideologically sharpened, change our mindset to positive thinking, and be responsible, hardworking at all times, and avoid harmful behaviors like
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@matookerepublic Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:01:24
From Kibuli slums to big dreams: How Equity Bank is transforming Reagan's future through education
For many young Ugandans, success can seem out of reach because of the challenges they face growing up. But for Reagan Tumusiime Gibril, a student from God Cares High School in Wakiso District, determination, curiosity and hard work helped him turn adversity into opportunity. Today, Reagan is one of the beneficiaries of the Equity Leaders The post From Kibuli slums to big dreams: How Equity Bank is transforming Reagan's future through education first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:18:39
Gov't scraps public funding for national celebrations, President to address nation via radio, TV
The government has announced that it will stop spending public funds on organising most national celebration events as part of efforts to cut expenditure and redirect resources to priority programmes. According to Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Dr Ramathan Ggoobi, government-funded commemorations such as International Women's Day, Labour Day, Heroes Day and Independence The post Gov't scraps public funding for national celebrations, President to address nation via radio, TV first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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