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@matookerepublic Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:31:19
AFCON to expand from 24 to 28 teams
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is planning a major expansion of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with the tournament set to grow from 24 to 28 teams in the near future. CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced the proposal on Sunday, describing it as a significant move aimed at strengthening African football and giving The post AFCON to expand from 24 to 28 teams first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:34:35
Completed Kagera Bridge Lies Idle in Tororo Over Land Dispute
[Nile Post] A completed bridge at Kagera in Kyaminula Village, Tororo Municipality, intended to provide safe access to Rubongi Army Secondary School, remains unused due to a land dispute, leaving residents and schoolchildren frustrated.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:34:48
Bishop Jjumba Urges Guidance On Internet Use
[Nile Post] The Bishop of Masska Diocese, Rt. Rev. Serverus Jjumba, has called on teachers and parents to take a more active role in guiding children on the proper use of computers and the internet to shield them from harmful influences.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:35:07
Sembabule Residents Call for Revival of Govt Goat Project
[Nile Post] Residents of Sembabule District are calling on the government to revive and reinvest in a goat farming project that once transformed livelihoods, warning that its continued decline could push many households back into poverty.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:35:45
Skilling Uganda's Youth Key to Unlocking Demographic Dividend, Says Kagina
[Nile Post] The Chairperson of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Council, Allen Kagina, has reaffirmed Uganda's commitment to transforming its youthful population into a skilled and employable workforce through strengthened technical and vocational education systems.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:36:04
KCB Bank Strengthens Uganda-China Business Ties At Exclusive Dinner
[Nile Post] KCB Bank Uganda has hosted an exclusive Chinese Dinner at Arirang Restaurant, bringing together key Chinese clients, business leaders, and partners for an evening focused on strengthening relationships, celebrating shared success, and advancing Uganda-China economic collaboration.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:32:19
Busia District Faces Staffing Crisis Despite Development Gains
[Nile Post] Comprising eighteen administrative units, Busia District at the befitting of 2025/26 passed a budget of Shs. 55.3 billion. Of this, 53 percent ( Shs.29.4 billion) was allocated to wages, while over shs.20 billion went to operational and development expenditures. So far, the district has received 75 percent of the total budget.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:34:16
Fugitive Kiboga Prison Shooting Suspect Returned, Placed Under Tight Guard
[Nile Post] Police in the West Nile Region have confirmed that Warder Moses Anguyo, the prime suspect in last month's fatal shooting at Kiboga Government Prison, has been transferred to Kiboga District under tight security for further management.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:32:20
Refugees in Uganda Benefit From Empowerment Initiatives
[Nile Post] Uganda's refugee communities are set to benefit from two major projects designed to promote self-reliance, economic stability, and psychosocial support, the AVSI Foundation has announced.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:04:53
Women encouraged to take lead in business and careers at 2026 Dominate Conference
On Saturday, all roads led to Lugogo Cricket Oval, as a section of elite women from Kampala and neighboring areas gathered to "drink from the cup of knowledge," shared by speakers at the 2026 Dominate Conference, hosted by socialite Manuella P. Mulondo. The conference, powered by IM Bank Uganda, brought together women from different walks The post Women encouraged to take lead in business and careers at 2026 Dominate Conference first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:18:08
'Vehicles Are Not Personal' - Magyezi Warns Politicians Who Lost Elections Over Govt Fleet Abuse
[Nile Post] Local Government Minister Raphael Magyezi has directed district and city accounting officers to report on vehicles and motorcycles given to political leaders, amid claims of misuse by some politicians who lost elections.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:18:12
Sovereignity Bill Not Necessary, Says Munyagwa
[Nile Post] Former Common Man's Party presidential candidate Mubarak Munyagwa Sserunga has questioned the necessity and intent behind the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2025, describing actions by the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) decision to back the proposed legislation as puzzling.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:18:12
Mukasa Mbidde Criticises Parliament Over 'Redundant' Sovereignty Bill
[Nile Post] Former East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament and Democratic Party (DP) Vice President Fred Mukasa Mbidde has sharply criticised Parliament's legislative focus, warning that lawmakers risk wasting valuable time on redundant proposals instead of addressing urgent national needs.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:18:13
Ssemujju Dismisses 'Behind-the-Scenes' Opposition-Government Talks As 'Welfare Issues Aimed At One Party'
[Nile Post] Outgoing Kira Municipality Member of Parliament and Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda, who also serves as the spokesperson for the People's Front for Freedom (PFF), has raised concerns over what he described as opaque and informal political engagements in Uganda, calling for structured and public dialogue to address the country's post-election tensions.
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@allafrica Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:18:13
Kyagulanyi Demands Answers Over Disappearance of Aide's Wife After Alleged Military Abduction
[Nile Post] Ugandan opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu has raised alarm over the disappearance of Fauzia Nattabi, also known as Maama Kyeyune, in a statement shared on his official social media platforms.
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