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@kfm Mon, 18 May 2026 14:17:31
June 3 is still a public holiday, says government
KAMPALA: Despite President Museveni postponing this year's Martyrs Day celebrations, the government has clarified that June 3 will still be observed as a public holiday. In a statement released yesterday, the Executive Director of the Uganda Media Centre, Mr Allan Kasujja, said the day will still be observed as The post June 3 is still a public holiday, says government first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 09:53:57
Lydia Jazmine reportedly set to hold Nikkah ceremony today
Reports emerging from sources close to the singer suggest that Lydia Jazmine, real name Lydia Nabawanuka, is reportedly preparing to hold her Nikkah ceremony today, sparking excitement and speculation among fans and entertainment watchers. The rumours gained momentum after one of her close friends, Karma Bae, appeared to hint at the occasion through an emotional The post Lydia Jazmine reportedly set to hold Nikkah ceremony today first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 13:53:18
Abba Marcus denies cheating, hitting pregnant girlfriend
Abba Marcus has denied allegations made by his girlfriend Angel after she accused him of cheating and physically abusing her during a recent TikTok live session. The controversy erupted after Angel went live on TikTok and accused the rapper of infidelity, while also alleging that he had physically assaulted her, claims that quickly sparked debate The post Abba Marcus denies cheating, hitting pregnant girlfriend first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:05
Kigo residents say Among's mansion was built in one year
Wakiso, Uganda | URN | Residents of Kakola-Mutungo Kigo in Makindye Ssabagabo Wakiso district say the multi-billion shilling mansion belonging to outgoing Speaker of the 11th Parliament, Anita Among, was built in less than two years. One resident whose name URN has chosen not to reveal for his safety said the land was first owned … The post Kigo residents say Among's mansion was built in one year appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:06
100 million African children are not in school
What's driving the trend and how to reverse it? Many countries across Africa have embraced universal basic education policies in recent decades. But recent data has revealed that more than 100 million children and adolescents remain out of school, out of a total potential population of 469 million. The latest statistics suggest that … The post 100 million African children are not in school appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:07
Uganda targets high export earnings with processed pineapple trade
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Uganda's first commercial export of canned pineapple to China is being presented as more than a ceremonial trade breakthrough. Government officials, investors, and development agencies say the shipment reflects a wider attempt to reposition Uganda from an exporter of raw agricultural commodities to a supplier of processed food … The post Uganda targets high export earnings with processed pineapple trade appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:07
NWSC bets on scale, tech and climate finance in $2.2bn push
The corporation expanded from 258 to 287 towns in five years, with connections rising from 724,000 to over one million NEWS ANALYSIS | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda's National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) is accelerating one of the most ambitious public utility transformation programmes in sub-Saharan Africa, combining large-scale infrastructure expansion with digital water … The post NWSC bets on scale, tech and climate finance in $2.2bn push appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Fri, 15 May 2026 12:38:08
Why Feffe Bussi's concert feels bigger than just a show
Kampala's entertainment industry moved as one on Thursday evening as some of Uganda's biggest stars turned up in full force to back Feffe Bussi during the official 'HipHop Ku Ntiko' press conference ahead of his much-anticipated concert at Lugogo Cricket Oval this Friday. What was expected to be a routine media briefing quickly transformed into The post Why Feffe Bussi's concert feels bigger than just a show first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 11:51:53
Linus Tats breaks silence on Scotts Maphuma's no-show at Lugogo event
A few days after fans were left disappointed by the unexpected absence of South African performer Scotts Maphuma at the recently concluded Linus Tattoo Party, organisers and Linus Tats have finally broken their silence, revealing details surrounding the artist's failure to perform. In an official statement issued following the event held at Lugogo Millennium Grounds, The post Linus Tats breaks silence on Scotts Maphuma's no-show at Lugogo event first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:05
Among allies quiet as corruption probe deepens
Kampala, Uganda | URN | As joint security teams concluded multi-hour searches at the residence of former Speaker Anita Annet Among on Mackinnon Road in Kampala's upscale Nakasero suburb — and reportedly expanded operations to other properties linked to her associates — an equally striking development began unfolding online: a quiet but noticeable digital retreat … The post Among allies quiet as corruption probe deepens appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 11:31:00
Youngins vibe at Linus Tattoo Party
Kampala experienced one of the most immersive events this year at the Linus Tattoo Party at Millennium Grounds on Friday night. Making its second appearance on the social scene, the Linus Tattoo Party proved why it is quickly becoming more than just another party. It fused body art, music, fashion and youth culture into one The post Youngins vibe at Linus Tattoo Party first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Mon, 18 May 2026 10:59:25
Justine Nameere Released, Turns Around to Denounce Among's Speakership Bid
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Justine Nameere Nsubuga, the Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament, re-surfaced after spending hours under what some described as military abduction.
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