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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:31:13
UBL, NFA and Rotary Launch 80,000 Tree Restoration Project in Namananga Forest
[Independent (Kampala)] Kayunga, Uganda -- Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), working with the National Forest Authority and Rotary International, has launched a three-year initiative to restore Namananga Central Forest Reserve in Kayunga District by planting 80,000 indigenous trees.
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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:31:13
Housing Finance Bank Supports Gayaza High School
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Housing Finance Bank has strengthened its commitment to sustainable development and community empowerment through a combined initiative at Gayaza High School, focusing on environmental conservation and institutional support.
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@sqoop Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:03:29
Action legend Chuck Norris dies at 86
Hollywood is mourning the loss of legendary action star Chuck Norris, who has died at the age of 86. The family confirmed his passing in an emotional statement shared on his official Instagram account, revealing that he died peacefully surrounded by loved ones. "It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing The post Action legend Chuck Norris dies at 86 first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:17:43
PHOTOS: Celebrities mark Eid al-Fitr in style
Eid al-Fitr, one of the two major Islamic festivals, marks the end of the month-long Ramadan fast from dawn to sunset. Today, social media is filled with photos of celebrities celebrating the day with their families, many dressed in elegant Muslim attire. Here are some of the standout moments: The post PHOTOS: Celebrities mark Eid al-Fitr in style first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:05:58
UBL, NFA and Rotary launch 80,000 Tree Restoration Project in Namananga Forest
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), in partnership with the National Forest Authority (NFA) and Rotary International, has launched a three-year forest restoration initiative that will see 80,000 indigenous trees planted in the Namananga Central Forest Reserve in Kayunga District. The UGX 372 million investment forms part of UBL's 80th anniversary activities and aims to restore sections The post UBL, NFA and Rotary launch 80,000 Tree Restoration Project in Namananga Forest first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:02:38
New FUFA Coaching Badge System introduced under Technical Master Plan
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has approved a new coaching framework aimed at strengthening the technical standards of football in the country.The framework, endorsed during the 36th FUFA Executive Committee meeting, forms part of the broader FUFA Technical Master Plan 2023–2030 and introduces sweeping reforms in the training, certification, and licensing of football
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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:45:09
Forests Are Indispensable, Lets Protect Them
[Independent (Kampala)] Since time immemorial, forests have been a vital pillar for human sustenance. Covering about 32% of the Earth's land surface, or about 4.14 billion hectares, forests provide critical ecosystem services, including food, medicine, fresh water, air purification, and climate regulation, among others. These ecosystems are home to about 80% of global terrestrial biodiversity, including nearly two-thirds of all bird species. Further, 1.6 billion people around the world rely on forests for livelihoods. According
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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:45:49
Icea Lion Injects Shs100m Boost to 8th Ibau Conference As Sector 'Reimagines Trust'
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Over 450 delegates are expected in Mbarara next month as brokers shift focus to SMEs and individuals to expand insurance penetration. The Insurance Brokers Association of Uganda (IBAU) is set to host its 8th Annual Conference with renewed momentum after ICEA LION General Insurance announced a Shs100 million sponsorship as Gold Sponsor for the three-day industry gathering.
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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:56:12
Jinja Regional Referral Hospital Grapples With Severe Staff Shortage
[Nile Post] Jinja Regional Referral Hospital is facing a critical staffing crisis, with only 32% of the required workforce currently in place, according to the hospital's director Alfred Yayi.
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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:57:53
Ubos Report Reveals Uganda Had 3 Million Orphans in 2024
[Nile Post] The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has revealed that Uganda had about 3 million orphaned children below the age of 18 in 2024, according to its latest report on orphans and other vulnerable children.
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@sqoop Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:53:24
"Busoga will dance on" — Rachael Magoola fires back at Alien Skin
Veteran artist and cultural voice Rachael Magoola has stepped into the conversation about Alien Skin's recent remarks that he will never perform in Busoga region again. For all the buzz surrounding Alien Skin's decision, Magoola framed it as exactly what it is: a personal choice, not an industry crisis. "If he doesn't perform," she noted, The post "Busoga will dance on" — Rachael Magoola fires back at Alien Skin first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:34:38
Lawyers Demand Shs1 Billion and apology from Journalist Ndawula Over Claims on UHRC Boss Wangadya
Lawyers representing Mariam Wangadya have demanded a public apology and Shs1 billion in damages from journalist Stanley Ndawula over alleged defamatory statements targeting the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) boss. In a formal notice, Wangadya's legal team accuses Ndawula of the Investigator publishing false and malicious claims that have harmed her reputation and undermined her The post Lawyers Demand Shs1 Billion and apology from Journalist Ndawula Over Claims on UHRC Boss Wangadya first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 20 Mar 2026 03:25:08
Baileys Brings the Ultimate Adult Indulgence to the Old Skool RnB Picnic
As Kampala's kicks off its 2026 social calendar, Baileys has partnered with the Old Skool RnB picnic happening this Sunday the 22nd of March at the Sheraton Hotel Gardens to pair the smoothest RnB classics with the world's most indulgent adult treat. At this soulful pairing the invitation to all tastemakers is very simple. Come The post Baileys Brings the Ultimate Adult Indulgence to the Old Skool RnB Picnic first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 20 Mar 2026 03:33:35
DJ Dash to turn up Mezo Noir's Useless Mondays with the Dash Affair and Don Julio
Kampala's most random luxury theme night Useless Mondays, that happens at the plush Mezo Noir in Kololo every Monday, will have a new exciting twist next Monday, March 23rd, as celebrated disc spinner DJ Dash celebrates his birthday, dubbed the Dash Affair. The Dash Affair, powered by global luxury Tequila brand Don Julio, The post DJ Dash to turn up Mezo Noir's Useless Mondays with the Dash Affair and Don Julio first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:26:25
Residents Demand Ban On Children in Quarry After Deadly Collapse in Mityana
[Nile Post] Residents of Minana Village in Mityana District are calling for strict regulations to stop children below the age of 18 from entering stone quarries after a tragic collapse claimed the lives of two young children.
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@sqoop Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:30:31
Parliament passes Copyright Bill
Congratulations to the artists. But first, I pray that you really understood the detailing of the Bill because gauging from the kind of music some of you make, I highly doubt you picked anything besides the title of the Bill. But also, your salvation is beyond laws, you all need to make better music, otherwise The post Parliament passes Copyright Bill first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:09:19
Local Govt Auditors Launch Sacco to Boost Welfare and Strengthen Anti-Corruption Efforts
[Nile Post] Local government internal auditors from across the greater Masaka region have convened in Masaka City to address challenges affecting their work and explore strategies to improve their welfare.
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@allafrica Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:22:26
Ubos Deepens Partnerships With Cultural Institutions to Strengthen Grassroots Data Systems
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Uganda's national statistics body is moving to formalise its collaboration with cultural institutions as part of a broader strategy to improve data collection, quality and use at the community level.
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@allafrica Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:22:26
Etania - Becoming Life of the Party
[Independent (Kampala)] Entertainment -- For Etania, the road to headlining at Hockey Grounds has been quite the journey. While "Becoming Life of the Party" marks a historic first for female DJs, this moment is, in her eyes, a victory lap for an entire community that refused to let her story end before it began.
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