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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:15:34
New Roads, Old Problems - Uganda's Infrastructure Boom Undermined By Poor Maintenance
[Nile Post] Over the years, the government has invested heavily in improving road infrastructure, increasing the length of paved roads from about 1,000 kilometres in 1986 to 6,306 kilometres by June 2024.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:15:35
Busujju Residents Flock Free Medical Camp At Mukwaya Hospital
[Nile Post] Hundreds of residents from across Busujju County turned up at Malangala Village for a free medical camp organized at Mukwaya General Hospital, where communities received treatment, health screening, and medical education.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:15:36
Ntungamo-Rukungiri Road - Chaos On the Highway As Potholes Threaten Lives
[Nile Post] Motorists, cyclists, and boda boda riders along the Ntungamo-Rukungiri road are facing daily hazards as deep potholes, eroded sections, and gaping gullies make the highway nearly impassable.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:15:37
Fufa Suspends Nine Referees for Three Months Over League Blunders
[Nile Post] The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Referees Disciplinary Panel has suspended nine match officials for three months after a series of costly errors in recent Uganda Premier League matches.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:01:38
The Dash Affair lights up Mezo Noir
You've heard people talk about him; you have also watched him on The Beat, on NTV, or have vibed and grooved to his mixes across top bars and events in Kampala. DJ Dash is a man not only celebrated for his mixes but also for his flamboyant personality, the elegance, the luxury, and for being The post The Dash Affair lights up Mezo Noir first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:05:34
South Africa's Uncool MC to headline Silo 15's Two-Year Anniversary Celebrations
Kansanga has bars; in fact, there was a time it was considered Kampala's dancing capital. Then there was Wandegeya, right next to Uganda's most renowned university. And of course Kololo- where our leaders, diplomats and the affluent stay. All these places have built a reputation; none seem to have the catch and finesse of Bandali. The post South Africa's Uncool MC to headline Silo 15's Two-Year Anniversary Celebrations first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:10:47
Uganda International Fashion Week Returns This June After Six-Year Hiatus
After more than two decades of shaping Africa's fashion landscape, Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW) is set to return this June, 22nd –27th, at the prestigious Kampala Serena Hotel, reaffirming its position as one of the continents and Uganda's most influential platforms, spotlighting fashion as a business. The 2026 Edition marks an exciting new chapter The post Uganda International Fashion Week Returns This June After Six-Year Hiatus first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:01:56
Queen of Katwe actress Esteri Tebandeke dies at 41
Uganda's creative industry is in mourning following the death of filmmaker, actress, and visual artist Esteri Tebandeke, who has passed away at the age of 41. Tebandeke, known for her role in the international film Queen of Katwe and her appearance as a vixen in Bobi Wine's hit song Singa, was a multifaceted creative whose The post Queen of Katwe actress Esteri Tebandeke dies at 41 first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:41:00
The Observer Media, Watchdog Communications, Fined Shs50m for Defamation
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- High Court Judge Collins Acellam has fined Observer Media Ltd, publishers of The Observer newspaper, and Watchdog Communication Ltd, owners of the Watchdog news website, a total of 50 million shillings for publishing a defamatory article against a former employee of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:42:45
12 Ugandans Among Beneficiaires in First Batch of 2026 Tony Elumelu Foundation Program
[Nile Post] Uganda has been represented among the beneficiaries of the 2026 Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme, with 12 entrepreneurs selected in the first batch of 1,951 winners announced across the continent.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:43:44
Isaiah Katumwa Returns With 'New Days,' a Soulful Reflection On Renewal and Hope
[Nile Post] Uganda's celebrated jazz saxophonist Isaiah Katumwa has released a new single titled "New Days," marking a fresh chapter in his enduring musical journey.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:44:08
Five Visually Impaired Youth Among 90 Graduates At Ggaba Vocational Centre
[Nile Post] Five visually impaired learners were among 90 youth who graduated on Monday from the Ggaba Community Project Vocational Training Centre in Makindye Division.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:38:04
Northern Bypass Attacks - Police Arrest 78 in Rubigi Hideout
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Heavy traffic caused by road maintenance on the Namungoona-Bwaise section of the Kampala Northern Bypass has created opportunities for thugs to target motorists, leading to the detention of at least 78 suspects at Natete Police Station. The Ministry of Works and Transport began repairs on this stretch in February, closing part of the dual carriageway. The resulting congestion has motorists stuck for hours between Busega and Bwaise, providing a lucrative environment for criminals.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:40:35
Musenero - Katebe Farm Transformation Showcases Power of Science and Innovation in Uganda's Dairy Sector
[Independent (Kampala)] Lyantonde -- Minister of Science, Technology, and InnovationDr Monica Musenero Masanza has hailed the transformation taking place at Katebe Farm in Lyantonde District, saying the effort is a real-world example of how innovation and science can directly improve livelihoods and spur economic growth.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:32:54
Pathologists Demystify Autopsies, Costs, and Delays At Mulago Mortuary
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Senior pathologists have stepped forward to clear the air following a wave of public concern regarding the management of the Mulago National Referral Hospital mortuary.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:33:25
Uganda's Tuberculosis Response Goes Digital, but Not Yet Decisive
[Independent (Kampala)] For years, Uganda's TB response has relied heavily on symptom-based screening. It is a low-cost approach, but one that experts increasingly describe as blunt and inadequate
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@sqoop Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:01:56
Ugandan filmmaker Esteri Tebandeke dies at 41
Uganda's creative industry is in mourning following the death of filmmaker, actress, and visual artist Esteri Tebandeke, who has passed away at the age of 41. Tebandeke, known for her role in the international film Queen of Katwe and her appearance as a vixen in Bobi Wine's hit song Singa, was a multifaceted creative whose The post Ugandan filmmaker Esteri Tebandeke dies at 41 first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:01:27
UBA Foundation donates books to 600 students, sanitary pads to over 300 girls in Mbale school outreach
UBA Uganda, through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm—the UBA Foundation—has strengthened its commitment to supporting young people and education with an outreach visit to Mbale Comprehensive High School. A team from the bank, led by Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications Hoziana Niyonsaba Ssemanda, Head of Institutional Banking Charity Ngabirano, and Mbale Branch Manager Ivan The post UBA Foundation donates books to 600 students, sanitary pads to over 300 girls in Mbale school outreach first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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