43 Ugandan students evacuated from Iran return home

A group of 43 Ugandan students who were evacuated from Tehran following rising tensions in the Middle East have safely returned to Uganda. The students were first moved to Istanbul on Saturday before boarding a flight back home. They arrived at Entebbe International Airport on 05 March. Upon arrival, the students were received by the The post 43 Ugandan students evacuated from Iran return home first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Uganda Airlines to resume London and Mumbai flights after aircraft repairs

Uganda Airlines has announced that it will restart its long-haul flights to London and Mumbai on March 7, 2026, after several weeks of suspension caused by aircraft maintenance. The national carrier had temporarily halted the routes after grounding its two wide-body aircraft for unscheduled repairs. The disruption affected passengers travelling on the airline's intercontinental services. The post Uganda Airlines to resume London and Mumbai flights after aircraft repairs first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Susan Magara Murder Trial Resumes With Suspect Raising Concerns Over Defence Representation

[Nile Post] The murder trial of former Bwendero Dairy Farm accountant Susan Magara resumed on Thursday with the defence presenting two more witnesses before the Criminal Division of the High Court in Kampala.

I Was Rigged and I Have Evidence but Won't Go to Court, Says MP Luttamaguzi

[Nile Post] Outgoing Nakaseke South Member of Parliament, Paulson Luttamaguzi Ssemakula, has said he will not challenge the results of the parliamentary elections held in Nakaseke South on January 15th in court, despite claiming he has evidence that the election was rigged.

Tayebwa Warns MPs Against Letting Social Media Dictate Parliamentary Leadership

[Nile Post] The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has cautioned Members of Parliament seeking the positions of Speaker and Deputy Speaker in the upcoming 12th Parliament against being swayed by social media commentary, warning that leadership decisions should not be dictated by online popularity.

Rukungiri Deploys 210 Health Extension Workers to Strengthen Grassroots Healthcare

[Nile Post] The Ministry of Health Uganda has commissioned 210 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) in Rukungiri District in a move aimed at bridging the gap between communities and health facilities while strengthening disease prevention at the grassroots level.

138 Newly Trained Health Extension Workers Deployed in Mbarara to Transform Rural Healthcare

[Nile Post] In a major step to strengthen rural healthcare system, 138 newly trained Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWS) have been deployed in Mbarara, bringing medical services closer to households and bridging the gap between communities and health facilities.

Rwanda's Element Eleeh set to headline up star-studded Comedy Store Eid show

Rwandan music sensation Element Eleeh will headline the Comedy Store's special Eid Day edition this March 2026, leading a star-studded lineup set to light up Kampala as Muslims celebrate the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. The celebrated producer and performer will share the stage with some of Uganda's biggest music stars including The post Rwanda's Element Eleeh set to headline up star-studded Comedy Store Eid show first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Vanquish unveils Black Card Sundays with star hosts and top DJs

Party lovers in Kampala have a new Sunday experience to look forward to as Black Card Sundays makes its debut at Vanquish Bar, located at Acacia Mall (formerly Illusion). The weekly event launches on March 8, promising a vibrant nightlife experience with free entry for revelers looking to unwind in style. The night will be The post Vanquish unveils Black Card Sundays with star hosts and top DJs first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Minister of Finance Meets Sudanese Voluntary Return Committee Delegation in Uganda

[SNA] - Minister of Finance, Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim, met with a delegation from the High Committee for the Voluntary Return of Sudanese Refugees in the Republic of Uganda, who fled due to the attacks by the country's rebel militias. The minister reviewed the conditions of Sudanese citizens in Uganda, affirming the government's commitment to supporting their return by coordinating with airlines and domestic transport companies to arrange their journey home.

COSASE Demands Comprehensive Inventory of Departed Asians' Properties

Members of Parliament on the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) have directed the Departed Asians Property Custodian Board (DAPCB) to produce a comprehensive and verified list of all properties under its management within weeks. The instruction followed a tense review of the Auditor General's report for the financial year ending June The post COSASE Demands Comprehensive Inventory of Departed Asians' Properties first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Ruparelia Foundation to Hold Free Eye Camp in Bukedea in Memory of Rajiv

The Ruparelia Foundation will host a three-day free eye care camp at Bukedea Teaching Hospital from March 27 to 29, offering critical eye treatment services to communities across eastern and northern Uganda. The outreach is being organised in honour of the late Rajiv Ruparelia, celebrating his vision of service and the legacy of compassion he The post Ruparelia Foundation to Hold Free Eye Camp in Bukedea in Memory of Rajiv first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Uganda on Tuesday marked the 8th United Nations World Wildlife Day at the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, with ministers warning that key medicinal plant species face extinction from unregulated harvesting even as the tourism sector posted its strongest recovery since the Covid-19 pandemic. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja represented President Yoweri Museveni at the ceremony held under the theme "Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods" in Entebbe Municipality. Delivering the President's message, Ms Nabbanja said government is in the final stages of implementing several flagship tourism projects aligned with Vision 2040. "The government is prioritising strategic investments that will

A verse worth Shs15M: Viboyo's "Mr DJ" miracle that bought him his first car

For many artists, a hit song brings fame. For Viboyo, a verse brought four wheels and a reminder that art still has the power to move strangers in ways that statistics cannot measure. The "Mr DJ" verse, delivered with the smooth confidence that defined Viboyo's early career, travelled further than he ever imagined. Somewhere out The post A verse worth Shs15M: Viboyo's "Mr DJ" miracle that bought him his first car first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Museveni Urges Balance of Faith, Effort to Drive National Development

[Nile Post] President Museveni has called on Ugandans to balance faith and personal effort, saying both are crucial for national development and the country's continued progress.

Govt, World Bank Call for More Suppliers to Boost Fuelwood Support in Kyangwali Refugee Settlement

[Nile Post] Government and World Bank officials have called for more private suppliers to join the fuelwood supply chain under a major climate-smart project supporting refugees in Kyangwali Refugee Settlement, warning that increased participation is critical to meeting distribution targets.

Speaker, Deputy Should Be Judged On Core Mandate, Not Peripheral Matters - Tayebwa

[Nile Post] The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has strongly defended the performance of the 11th Parliament, asserting that the leadership under Speaker Anita Annet Among has excelled in executing its constitutional mandate.

Nyendo-Mukungwe MP-Elect Meets Leader of Opposition to Strengthen Parliamentary Coordination

[Nile Post] The Member of Parliament-elect for Nyendo-Mukungwe, Lubowa Ssebina Gyaviira, has held a strategic meeting with the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, in what he described as a deliberate step toward strengthening institutional coordination and accountable representation.

I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns with Shs 796m boost and an exciting new format

The fourth edition of the IM Bank Katogo Golf Series was officially launched today- Tuesday, March 3rd, at a press briefing held at the IM Bank head office at Kingdom Kampala. The 2026 season received a financial boost of Sh796m from partners, marking a Sh146m increase from the 2025 sponsorship package. The tournament will tee

I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns with Shs 796m boost and an exciting new format

The fourth edition of the IM Bank Katogo Golf Series was officially launched today- Tuesday, March 3rd, at a press briefing held at the IM Bank head office at Kingdom Kampala. The 2026 season received a financial boost of Sh796m from partners, marking a Sh146m increase from the 2025 sponsorship package. The tournament will tee The post I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns with Shs 796m boost and an exciting new format first appeared on Matooke Republic.