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@sqoop Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:46:34
At the 19th hole, Uganda Open golfers get a lesson in whisky
The Johnnie Walker Uganda Open may have been decided on the golf course, but for some players, the lessons continued long after they had left the fairways. As golfers and guests gathered over the weekend to wind down the month-long tournament, the evening offered a different kind of experience — an introduction to the finer The post At the 19th hole, Uganda Open golfers get a lesson in whisky first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:21:30
Mowzey Radio's death made me rethink life – Mesach Semakula
For veteran musician Mesach Semakula, turning 50 is not simply another birthday. It is a milestone he once wondered whether he would reach and one that has made him reflect on the musicians whose lives ended before they could celebrate it. Semakula will mark his golden jubilee with a concert at Kingdom Kampala on November The post Mowzey Radio's death made me rethink life – Mesach Semakula first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:42:14
Cindy Sanyu calls out 'entitlement' culture in Uganda's music industry
Singer Cindy Sanyu has challenged what she describes as an unwritten rule in Uganda's music industry — the expectation that artistes automatically owe each other lifelong support simply because they have worked together. Cindy argues that collaborating on a song, performing on the same stage or working together in the studio should not create an The post Cindy Sanyu calls out 'entitlement' culture in Uganda's music industry first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:07:59
Kevin Lyttle, Robbo Ranx land in Uganda ahead of Serendipity Summer Splash
International dancehall and soca star Kevin Lyttle and UK dancehall DJ Robbo Ranx have arrived in Kampala ahead of the Serendipity Summer Splash Street Party scheduled for Sunday, September 13. The day-to-night event will take place at the Guvnor Streetside industrial area, with the organisers promising an outdoor celebration running from the afternoon into the The post Kevin Lyttle, Robbo Ranx land in Uganda ahead of Serendipity Summer Splash first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:50:00
Kevin Lyttle arrives in Kampala ahead of Club Guvnor's Serendipity Street Party
International dancehall and soca star Kevin Lyttle and renowned UK DJ Robbo Ranx have arrived in Kampala ahead of the highly anticipated Serendipity Summer Splash Street Party. The all-day and night entertainment event is scheduled for Sunday, 13 September 2026, at the Guvnor Streetside industrial area, bringing together local and international acts for a celebration The post Kevin Lyttle arrives in Kampala ahead of Club Guvnor's Serendipity Street Party first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:12:02
Mesach Semakula partners with I&M Bank for 50 Years of Greatness concert
Music icon 'Sir/ Papa' Mesach Semakula is set to celebrate five decades of life with a highly anticipated concert dubbed Mesach Semakula Live in 50 Years of Greatness, scheduled for November 13, 2026, at Kingdom Kampala. The 50 Years of Greatness concert was announced last evening at the IM Bank atrium, at the bank's headquarters The post Mesach Semakula partners with I&M Bank for 50 Years of Greatness concert first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:49:44
'I could have exposed a lot' — Promoter hits back at Fave over 'poor treatment' claims
Nigerian singer Fave's recent Uganda trip has turned sour after promoter African Simba publicly responded to the singer's allegations that she was poorly treated during her visit. Fave, who performed in Uganda days ago, took to social media to accuse the promoter of making her stay unpleasant despite allegedly booking her for far less than The post 'I could have exposed a lot' — Promoter hits back at Fave over 'poor treatment' claims first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:00:45
Up to 2,790 students approved for government higher education loans
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Only 2,790 students have been approved for government higher education loans for the 2026/27 academic year, leaving thousands of applicants without financial support despite a sharp rise in demand for the scheme. The Ministry of Education and Sports received 10,615 applications, up from 7,125 in the previous academic year, representing a … The post Up to 2,790 students approved for government higher education loans appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:00:45
Ganyegenya taxi crackdown drives up cost of spare parts
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The ongoing crackdown on taxis operating in dangerous mechanical condition (DMC), locally known as Ganyegenya, has driven up the cost of spare parts and repairs, taxi owners and mechanics say. On August 20, the Minister of Works and Transport, Fred Byamukama, announced a 100-day crackdown on taxis operating in dangerous … The post Ganyegenya taxi crackdown drives up cost of spare parts appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:26:37
Joshua Baraka to share his Keep Walking journey with Mbale this Saturday
Music star Joshua Baraka is taking his B'rakaland EA journey to Eastern Uganda this weekend. Baraka will be sharing his music story and how he has kept walking, with his fans in Mbale. The stop is a continuation of Baraka's B'rakaland EA tour, after holding successful stops in Northern Uganda and West Nile, with performances The post Joshua Baraka to share his Keep Walking journey with Mbale this Saturday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:19:00
Kabira Country Club offers squash package with two free passes
Squash enthusiasts can now enjoy more games at Kabira Country Club with a special package that offers two free passes when they purchase 10. The package costs Shs100,000 for adults and Shs80,000 for children, giving players an opportunity to enjoy the club's world-class squash facilities while saving on additional sessions. Located in Bukoto, Kabira Country The post Kabira Country Club offers squash package with two free passes first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:28:00
Whisky gets its own putting green at 2026 Uganda Open Grand Finale
The Johnnie Walker Uganda Open may have been decided on the golf course, but for some of the players, a couple of lessons unfolded at the 19th hole experience. As golfers gathered to celebrate the month-long grueling Johnnie Walker Uganda Open 2026, over the weekend, Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) Reserve Brand Ambassadors- Melanie Kaita and The post Whisky gets its own putting green at 2026 Uganda Open Grand Finale first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 11 Sep 2026 07:00:40
IGAD REPORT: Uganda emerges as a major migration destination, transit hub
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda is emerging as an increasingly important destination and transit country for migrants in the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) region, with more than 1.2 million people arriving in the country and 1.3 million departing in 2022, according to a regional migration report. The IGAD Population and Migration Statistics … The post IGAD REPORT: Uganda emerges as a major migration destination, transit hub appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 11 Sep 2026 07:00:41
Why did U.S. space companies pull out of Paris summit?
PARIS | Xinhua | The first International Space Summit opened on Wednesday, with nearly 120 foreign delegations discussing the future of space, from security and regulation to commercial development. But several major U.S. space companies were absent after reportedly coming under pressure from the U.S. administration. The withdrawals reflect growing competition in the space industry, … The post Why did U.S. space companies pull out of Paris summit? appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:45:57
Police make breakthrough in murder of KIU student dumped in Nabbingo, recover her phone
Kampala Metropolitan Police have made significant progress in investigations into the murder of Patricia Kairu, a student at Kampala International University (KIU), whose body was found dumped in Kiyanja Cell, Nabbingo Ward, Kyengera Town Council, on 4 August 2026. Police have arrested several suspects as investigations continue to establish what happened to Kairu and identify The post Police make breakthrough in murder of KIU student dumped in Nabbingo, recover her phone first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:21:21
Odonga Otto: I doubt I still belong to the opposition — What am I opposing?
Former Aruu County Member of Parliament and vocal opposition figure Odonga Otto has questioned whether he still belongs to Uganda's opposition, saying the political landscape is changing. Otto, who previously subscribed to the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), said he is increasingly questioning what it means to remain in the opposition. "I doubt I still The post Odonga Otto: I doubt I still belong to the opposition — What am I opposing? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:00:46
Ugandan-born social worker brings hope to orphans
How Samalie Kristensen bridges two continents to empower vulnerable children in East Africa. Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | At 52, Samalie Kristensen wears many hats: dedicated social worker, mother of four, active gardener, and passionate humanitarian. Living in Denmark, she balances a full-time career supporting families within the Danish welfare system with an … The post Ugandan-born social worker brings hope to orphans appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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