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@sqoop Mon, 04 May 2026 02:22:18
Fashion meets film at elevated cinema experience in Kampala
It was a fitting way to usher in a new month, an evening where cinema met high fashion, far removed from the usual popcorn-and-slushies routine. At Century Cinemax, the space was transformed into an editorial-inspired runway, awash with deep emerald tones reminiscent of Tanqueray London Dry Gin. The ambience struck a balance between luxury and The post Fashion meets film at elevated cinema experience in Kampala first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 04 May 2026 00:28:00
DJ Maphorisa, Don Julio turn up as Aura Lounge celebrates second anniversary
On Saturday, May 2, Aura Lounge in Kololo had a different spark from the usual, as the hangout celebrated its second anniversary. Revelers packed up the bar, as the world's most iconic tequila brand- Don Julio, and renowned South African DJ and producer- DJ Maphorisa took centre stage to give partygoers a celebration to remember. The post DJ Maphorisa, Don Julio turn up as Aura Lounge celebrates second anniversary first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 01:41:44
Busoga Bids Farewell to Chief Prince Henry Woira Kitimbo
[Nile Post] Busoga Kingdom is mourning the death of Prince Henry Woira Kitimbo, the former Isabalangira (Chief Prince) of Bugabula BB Chiefdom, who was laid to rest on Saturday at his ancestral home in Buyingo, Namwendwa Parish, Namwendwa Town Council, Kamuli District.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 04 May 2026 00:07:00
Tanqueray steps into the spotlight with fashion-inspired editorial showcase
I guess this was the perfect start to a new month. An elevated cinema experience away from the popcorn and slushies. Century Cinemax was transformed into an editorial inspired runway complimented with deep emerald hues of the classic Tanqueray London Dry Gin that added a colorful contrast to the runway experience. As you strolled into The post Tanqueray steps into the spotlight with fashion-inspired editorial showcase first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 04 May 2026 00:41:15
Who is Eng. Joselynne Rwabwogo Rwakakooko, UEDCL's new Acting Managing Director?
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has placed a seasoned insider at the helm, appointing Joselynne Rwabwogo Rwakakooko as its Acting Managing Director effective May 2, 2026. The move positions a career utility professional at the center of one of Uganda's most critical infrastructure transitions. Rwakakooko is not new to the system she now leads. The post Who is Eng. Joselynne Rwabwogo Rwakakooko, UEDCL's new Acting Managing Director? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 04 May 2026 01:02:08
Is Uganda ready to carry out executions again? Inside the law, process and debate after Christopher Okello Onyum's death sentence
Uganda's renewed public debate on the death penalty has brought fresh attention to how executions would actually happen if they were carried out today. The discussion was triggered by the sentencing of Christopher Okello Onyum, but the bigger question many people are asking is simple: is the country still in a position to enforce a The post Is Uganda ready to carry out executions again? Inside the law, process and debate after Christopher Okello Onyum's death sentence first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:24:32
NARO Seeks Shs 600billion to Build Vaccine City, Museveni Pledges Support
[Nile Post] The National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) has requested Shs 600 billion from President Museveni to establish a vaccines and pharmaceutical city aimed at strengthening local vaccine production and reducing Uganda's dependence on imports.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:08:36
Survivors Recount Horror of River Nkuse Boat Tragedy
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Survivors of the River Nkuse boat tragedy have painted a harrowing picture of the final moments before an overloaded canoe overturned, plunging dozens into the water and leaving many dead.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:11:53
Govt Proposes Pre-Internship Exams, Delays Medical Graduation
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The government is set to roll out a new policy that will introduce a pre-internship examination and require medical students, along with other health trainees, to complete their mandatory internship before graduation.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:17:40
Cattle Grazing in Karamoja Conservation Areas Fuels Wildlife Exodus, Tourism Losses
[Independent (Kampala)] Moroto, Uganda -- Continuous grazing of cattle inside protected areas in Karamoja is driving wildlife out of conservation zones and threatening the region's tourism potential, alarming officials from the Uganda Wildlife Authority. The most affected areas include Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve and Bokora-Matheniko Wildlife Reserve, where pastoralists have pushed large herds into the reserves. The influx of livestock is forcing wild animals to relocate, leaving tourists frustrated.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:17:42
Why Uganda's Agricultural Future Is Being Rewritten From the Ground Up
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Uganda's agricultural transformation will not be driven by policy statements alone, but by whether farmers can access knowledge, markets, insurance, and organization to turn farming into a viable business. That reality framed the 2026 Annual Stakeholders Workshop organized by the Sasakawa Africa Association not just as a meeting of policymakers, but as a convergence of farmers, cooperatives, insurers, and development partners shaping a new agricultural direction.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:17:46
When Survival Is Criminalised - Is It the People Failing or the System?
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Across Uganda's urban centres, especially in the densely populated informal settlements of Kampala, a troubling question is emerging: are we witnessing a rise in criminal minds -- or a rise in desperate survival instincts?
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:24:33
MP Kwizera Slams Sovereignty Bill As Ill-Timed, Constitutionally Unsound
[Nile Post] Bufumbira County East Member of Parliament Eddie Kwizera has described the timing of the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026 as unsuitable and its formulation as fundamentally flawed. He has urged the government to withdraw the legislation for further consultation and to ensure it is properly aligned with the Constitution.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 04 May 2026 00:28:41
Black & White Quiz Night Gives Kampala the Perfect Slow Start into May
As April came to an end and Kampala stepped into the Labour Day holiday weekend, many city dwellers traded loud parties and crowded dance floors for something far more refreshing; a relaxed evening of laughter, teamwork, cocktails and brain-teasing fun. As more people embrace calmer, experience-driven nights that encourage genuine connection and relaxation, quiz nights The post Black & White Quiz Night Gives Kampala the Perfect Slow Start into May first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:26
Cabinet Meets Today to Finalise Sovereignty Bill Ahead of Crucial Parliamentary Readings
[Nile Post] Government Chief Whip Denis Hamson Obua has stated that Cabinet will meet today to conclude the harmonization process of the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, ahead of its second and third readings in Parliament scheduled for Tuesday.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:28
28 Arrested in Kisoro Illegal Mining Crackdown, 25 Rwandan Nationals Among Suspects
[Nile Post] Police in Kisoro District have arrested 28 people in an intelligence-led operation against illegal mining at Kirwa Wolfram Mines, with 25 of the suspects identified as Rwandan nationals accused of entering Uganda through porous border points.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:29
Munyagwa Dismisses Sovereignty Bill As 'Unnecessary,' Urges Amendment of Existing Law
[Nile Post] Former Common Man's Party presidential candidate Mubarak Munyagwa Sserunga has described the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, as "unnecessary," arguing that Uganda already has the Anti-Money Laundering Act to address related concerns.
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@allafrica Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:30
Kabbyanga Defends Sovereignty Bill, Says Uganda Will Not Allow Foreign Interference
[Nile Post] The Minister of State for Information, Communications Technology (ICT) and National Guidance, Godfrey Baluku Kabbyanga, has defended the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, stating that the legislation is intended to safeguard Uganda's national interests and prevent foreign interference in domestic affairs.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sun, 03 May 2026 11:44:00
Tusker Lite strengthens presence in Uganda's race scene at Kyambogo Ultra Run
Hundreds of runners and fitness enthusiasts took part in the 2026 edition of the Kyambogo Ultra Run on Saturday, May 2nd, at Kyambogo University grounds.The race once again brought together people of different abilities and experience levels in a strong display of community and determination. This year's focus also included a stronger push for inclusion,
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