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@sportsOceanUganda Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:17:49
Uganda junior golfers fired up for All Africa Championship test at Windsor
Uganda's junior golfers are in high spirits as they prepare to tee off at the 2026 All Africa Junior Team Championship (AAJTC), set for Tuesday at the prestigious Windsor Golf Country Club.The Ugandan contingent, featuring both boys and girls teams, will be among 14 nations competing over the demanding 7,100-yard course, widely known for
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@sqoop Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:51:06
Etania Mutoni's story of hustle, happiness and hard-earned perspective
Before the lights, the decks, and the recognition, Etania Mutoni was just a young woman trying to make it through the day with Shs50, 000 in her pocket and a surprisingly full heart. The media personality and DJ has peeled back the layers of her journey, offering what seems to be a refreshingly honest The post Etania Mutoni's story of hustle, happiness and hard-earned perspective first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:03:27
How a rolex inspired A Pass' 'Buwooma' hit
A Pass's latest hit "Buwooma," is currently making waves on TikTok and beyond, but it didn't begin with a deep emotional story or a late-night epiphany. Instead, it started with a creative block. A Pass had the beat. It was solid, infectious even, but the words were nowhere to be found. Each studio session ended the The post How a rolex inspired A Pass' 'Buwooma' hit first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 22 Mar 2026 03:23:58
Lynda Dane, DJ Kas Baby, Azarya, and Timothy Code Unveiled as new Walkers
On Saturday evening, Johnnie Walker Uganda set the tone for what promises to be an exciting season ahead, unveiling its new class of cultural influencers at Silo in Kampala. The carefully curated cohort features dynamic voices shaping Uganda's creative and nightlife scene, including television personality and DJ Lynda Dane, celebrated selector DJ Kas Baby, rising The post Lynda Dane, DJ Kas Baby, Azarya, and Timothy Code Unveiled as new Walkers first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 22 Mar 2026 03:28:46
How Ugandan Communities Are Turning Trees into Livelihoods
For decades, conservation in Uganda was often seen as a strict choice between people and nature. Protect a forest, the old logic went, and you had to keep humans out. Communities living near forests were treated as obstacles rather than allies. For rural families, this often meant losing access to land, firewood, and other resources The post How Ugandan Communities Are Turning Trees into Livelihoods first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:21:56
Ugandan Opposition Leader Bobi Wine 'Ran Away for Safety' to Us
[RFI] The leader of Ugandan opposition party, the National Unity Platform, Bobi Wine has resurfaced in the United States after days of uncertainty over his whereabouts, saying he fled for his life and is now seeking international backing against the government he accuses of repression.
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@allafrica Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:24:46
Kenya, Uganda Open Rail Extension Burdened By Chinese Debt
[RFI] Nairobi (AFP) - The presidents of Kenya and Uganda met near their shared border Saturday to mark the multi-billion-dollar, long-delayed extension of a Chinese-built railway that has left Kenya heavily in debt.
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@sqoop Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:40:51
UCC holds maiden regional film competitions in Arua
Uganda Communications Commission-UCC the regulator of the Telecom and Film Industry has held its maiden edition of regional film competitions in Arua City on Friday evening, calling on youth to explore the countrys lucrative Film Industry. The awards event which was organized in partnership with Ministries of ICT, National Guidance and Multichoice Uganda, attracted Actors, Actresses The post UCC holds maiden regional film competitions in Arua first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:38:56
Kenzo swallows humble pie, admits misunderstanding Copyright law
After being trolled for nearly two days for misinterpreting Ugandas new Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Amendment Bill passed by Parliament on March 17, musician Eddy Kenzo has swallowed a humble pie and admitted ignorance. The globally recognized Ugandan singer, real name Edrisah Musuuza, during one of his interviews with a vlogger described neighbouring rights The post Kenzo swallows humble pie, admits misunderstanding Copyright law first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:30:22
Football academies graded as FUFA finalises registration exercise
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has officially released the categorisation of football academies following a comprehensive inspection process conducted earlier this year.The categorisation covers academies that applied during both the initial and extended registration window, which closed on February 13, 2026. According to FUFA, the academies have been placed under five classifications: Category
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@sqoop Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:21:40
Luck is definitely on my side – Etania
Ever imagined nsenene as sauce? Yuck, right? Well, you cannot tell Etania nothingas in tolina kyomugamba, because in her books, that meal slaps! Today we get personal and a little nosy with the life of the party herself; DJ Etania Mutoni. A random chat aboutrandom stuff. What is the most "Kampala thing" you have The post Luck is definitely on my side – Etania first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:46:00
Legendary action star Chuck Norris dies at 86
Legendary action star Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86, his family has announced. In a heartfelt message shared on his official Instagram page, the family said Norris passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by those closest to him. They described his death as a deeply painful loss, while noting that he was The post Legendary action star Chuck Norris dies at 86 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Fri, 20 Mar 2026 22:08:54
Buffaloes set for cross-border test as Enterprise Cup debut beckons
Uganda's Toyota Buffaloes are set for a defining moment tomorrow, Saturday, as they take on Kenya's Menengai Oilers in their historic Enterprise Cup debut at ASK Showground, famously known as "The Refinery."The Kyadondo-based side held a focused captains' run on Friday at the match venue, fine-tuning preparations ahead of the 3:00 PM kickoff. Having wrapped
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@sqoop Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:29:44
Ragga Dee draws line between private listening and commercial use
As Uganda's creative industry continues to debate the future of copyright and royalties, veteran musician Daniel Kazibwe, popularly known as Ragga Dee, has offered a simple but powerful perspective on how music is consumed—and monetized. Speaking during an interview on NBS TV, Kazibwe drew a clear line between private enjoyment and commercial use of music. The post Ragga Dee draws line between private listening and commercial use first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:34:10
Tony Elumelu Foundation to announce 3,200 African Entrepreneurs, including Ugandans – Each to receive $5,000 non-refundable seed capital
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is set to announce the 12th cohort of its flagship Entrepreneurship Programme on Sunday, March 22, 2026, marking another milestone in its mission to empower young African entrepreneurs across the continent. So far, over 1,000 Ugandan entrepreneurs have benefited from USD 5,000 in seed capital through the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme. The post Tony Elumelu Foundation to announce 3,200 African Entrepreneurs, including Ugandans – Each to receive $5,000 non-refundable seed capital first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:39:49
Deddan takes on Malaika at The Singleton's BBQ Wars
Smoke, fire, and fierce bragging rights are set to take center stage this Saturday as Barbecue Wars return to Sisha Nyama with a high-energy showdown that blends culinary skill, crowd hype, and a touch of whisky sophistication. This edition promises a flavorful twist. Popular hosts Malaika Nyanzi and Deddan will step into the arena, not The post Deddan takes on Malaika at The Singleton's BBQ Wars first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:08:56
Eddy Sendi Schools Kenzo on Copyright law
As celebrations continue across Uganda's music industry following the passing of the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2025, veteran music critic Eddy Sendi has pushed back against claims that the law is already in effect. Sendi took aim at Eddy Kenzo, who has been making media rounds suggesting that the new copyright framework is The post Eddy Sendi Schools Kenzo on Copyright law first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:20:09
Kabanda fires at King Saha in Copyright debate
The debate surrounding Uganda's newly amended Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2025 has escalated into a heated exchange between artists and political leaders. The latest clash involves singer King Saha and Daudi Kabanda, highlighting growing tensions over how the law is being interpreted. The dispute began when King Saha, during an appearance on Spark The post Kabanda fires at King Saha in Copyright debate first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:36:16
How Morocco Is Redrawing Africa's Avocado Trade Map
[Independent (Kampala)] Africa exported roughly 430,000 tonnes of avocados in 2025, but the balance of power moved north. Preliminary 2025 data show a decisive shift in volumes, logistics strategy, and market access, signalling how infrastructure and route stability now matter as much as farm output.
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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:31:12
Women Reshaping Kampala's Cocktail Culture
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- On any given Friday night in Kampala, the lights dim, the music rises and the bar counter becomes a stage. Behind it, bartenders measure, shake and garnish as cocktails slide across polished counters to eager patrons.
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