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@sqoop Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:36:05
Sheilah Gashumba says she has never smoked or used drugs despite nightlife career
Media personality and nightlife host Sheilah Gashumba has dismissed assumptions that working in Ugandas entertainment scene means she smokes or uses drugs, saying she has never been interested in either. Speaking during an interview on Kasuku Live, Gashumba revealed that despite spending years hosting events and working as a nightlife ambassador, she has deliberately stayed The post Sheilah Gashumba says she has never smoked or used drugs despite nightlife career first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:30:19
UPDF begins third phase of 2026 recruitment exercise: Here's What You Need to Know
The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has started the third phase of its 2026 recruitment exercise, with shortlisted candidates undergoing physical fitness tests and medical examinations across the country. The exercise is also aimed at verifying candidates' academic and personal documents as the force moves closer to selecting those who will join the military. The The post UPDF begins third phase of 2026 recruitment exercise: Here's What You Need to Know first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:45:24
Miss Uganda Elle Trivia Muhoza turns the page with memoir ahead of Miss World
For many beauty queens, winning the crown becomes the defining chapter of their story. For Miss Uganda 2025/26 Elle Trivia Muhoza, however, it is merely the chapter the public got to see. The chapters that came before—those shaped by pain, healing and personal growth—are the ones she is finally ready to share. Over the weekend, The post Miss Uganda Elle Trivia Muhoza turns the page with memoir ahead of Miss World first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:00:22
Battle lines drawn as Uganda Premier League unveils first-round showdowns
New Season Sparks Excitement as Uganda's Heavyweights Prepare for Early Tests Kampala, Uganda | The anticipation is building. The Uganda Premier League fixtures for the upcoming 20|26/27 season have been released, and what we have in store is yet another blockbuster campaign full of tantalizing rivalries, promotion exuberance, and clubs itching to hit the … The post Battle lines drawn as Uganda Premier League unveils first-round showdowns appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:00:23
Nyerere's Sainthood bid advances to witness interrogation amid criticism
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Catholic Church's process to have Tanzania's founding president, Julius Kambarage Nyerere, recognised as a saint is moving forward, with officials now interrogating witnesses about his life, faith and conduct as they gather evidence about his reputation for holiness. Bishop Henry Mchamungu, Auxiliary Bishop of Dar es Salaam and the … The post Nyerere's Sainthood bid advances to witness interrogation amid criticism appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:00:23
Olara Otunnu: Uganda's 30-year-late gamble for UN top job
After three decades of waiting, Uganda has finally put its weight behind the man it once might have backed when his moment was at its brightest COVERY STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | On Saturday, Aug. 8, Olara Otunnu boarded a plane to the United States, headed for New York and the corridors of power … The post Olara Otunnu: Uganda's 30-year-late gamble for UN top job appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:23:54
Rachael Magoola calls for greater investment in filmmakers
Ex legislator Hon. Rachael Magoola has called for greater investment in Uganda's young storytellers, arguing that the country's emerging filmmakers need stronger support if Uganda is to build a competitive film industry. Magoola made the call as Pearlwood unveiled nominees for the 2026 Pearlwood Film Awards at the Uganda National Cultural Centre in Kampala on The post Rachael Magoola calls for greater investment in filmmakers first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 10 Aug 2026 01:38:41
Former Army Commander General Katumba Wamala who has served for 47 years among high-ranking officers set to retire this month
Former Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Katumba Wamala is among 1,591 Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) personnel scheduled to retire this month after decades of service. Katumba, who currently serves as Minister of Public Service, marked the end of his 47-year military career on 31 July 2026. In a message shared on his social The post Former Army Commander General Katumba Wamala who has served for 47 years among high-ranking officers set to retire this month first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 10 Aug 2026 01:17:06
Ugandans raise Shs24 million in a day to save Spire Ssentongo from jail after court orders him to pay Shs30 million
Ugandans have rallied behind academic and cartoonist Jimmy Spire Ssentongo, raising Shs24 million in less than 24 hours to help him meet a Shs30 million court order and avoid three months in civil prison. The fundraising drive was launched over the weekend following Ssentongo's legal dispute with Kampala International University (KIU), attracting contributions and support The post Ugandans raise Shs24 million in a day to save Spire Ssentongo from jail after court orders him to pay Shs30 million first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:53:48
Minister Babalanda Calls on Religious Leaders to Preach Wealth-Creation Alongside the Gospel to Combat Poverty
NAMAYINGO: The Minister for the Presidency, Member of Parliament for Budiope West Constituency and Director for Busoga SDA Women field, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, yesterday officiated at the closure of a one-week Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Camp Retreat in Namayingo District. Speaking to hundreds of worshippers, Minister Babalanda conveyed greetings from H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Mama Janet Kataha Museveni, the Permanent Secretary Office of the President, Hajji Yunus Kakande, and the entire staff of the Office of the President. The Minister expressed gratitude to the organizers of the retreat
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@theScribeUganda Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:02:06
Kayunga Women Endorse Faridah Kibowa for Second Term as National Women Council Chairperson
By Denis Mukisa Women leaders in Kayunga District have endorsed Hajjati Faridah Kibowa's bid for a second term as National Chairperson of the Women Council. The endorsement followed ward-level women's council elections, during which Prossy Matovu, the newly elected chairperson of the Women's Council in Nazigo Ward, announced plans to launch a nationwide campaign in support of Kibowa's re-election. Matovu said the campaign would mobilise delegates from different districts to back Kibowa when national delegates gather to elect the next chairperson. Speaking after the local elections, Matovu praised Kibowa's leadership, saying her tenure had increased the visibility and influence of
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@theScribeUganda Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:02:46
PRESIDENT MUSEVENI ORDERS CRACKDOWN ON HEALTH-SECTOR ABSENTEEISM, PDM CORRUPTION
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has ordered a fresh crackdown on corruption, absenteeism, and drug shortages in public health facilities, warning that government workers who fail to serve citizens will be replaced by younger professionals. Addressing members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus on Friday, August 7, 2026 at Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, President Museveni, who is also the National Chairman of the ruling party, said he had picked several concerns from the electorate during his recent countrywide campaigns that require immediate government attention. The President singled out the health sector, corruption, the Parish Development Model (PDM), crime,
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@matookerepublic Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:45:36
Baileys and Tusker Cider Serve Up the Sweet Side of Nostalgia at The Millennials Picnic
For once, Kampala's millennials followed the dress code. On Saturday afternoon at Canary Gardens, white and khaki dominated the grounds as thousands turned up for the Millennials Picnic powered by Baileys and Tusker Cider. For a generation that has spent years treating dress codes as polite suggestions, the commitment to the theme was almost as The post Baileys and Tusker Cider Serve Up the Sweet Side of Nostalgia at The Millennials Picnic first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:14
XI: Bringing a personal touch to Chinese diplomacy
BEIJING | Xinhua | "Friendship stands by a meaningful thing — a world of peace must be a world of friendship." Chinese President Xi Jinping once quoted a foreign friend to illustrate the preciousness of friendship. In his view, people-to-people friendship is the foundation for stable and sustained international relations, an inexhaustible driving force for … The post XI: Bringing a personal touch to Chinese diplomacy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:42
Museveni warns MPs on corruption, absenteeism in public service
Kampala, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on NRM Members of Parliament to strengthen oversight of government programmes and take a leading role in fighting corruption and improving public service delivery. Museveni made the remarks during the 3rd NRM Parliamentary Caucus of the 12th Parliament at Speke Resort Munyonyo, where he urged … The post Museveni warns MPs on corruption, absenteeism in public service appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Sun, 09 Aug 2026 08:04:15
Glamour and style at Balix prom
Unique: Spicing the celebration was the inclusion of a select group of Old Boys and Old Girls, particularly recent years, who were invited to share in the memorable occasion alongside the candidates. For one evening, St Balikuddembe Secondary School Kisoga (Balix) traded classrooms for royalty as students stepped into a world inspired by The post Glamour and style at Balix prom first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:11:05
The Sound of the Forest: How Binyaanyaanya is rewriting Uganda's party culture
Phenomenon. Binyaanyaanya is not a genre in the traditional sense. It is a methodology, a way of performing that prioritises immediacy, participation and live adaptation. Tony Mbaziira walks to the stage, microphone in hand, as the 1998 Bookshelf riddim fills the air. It is a familiar sound – the kind that birthed Sean The post The Sound of the Forest: How Binyaanyaanya is rewriting Uganda's party culture first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 09 Aug 2026 08:30:41
Bebe Cool, Santa Anzo call for greater investment in Uganda's creative economy ahead of the return of Uganda International Fashion Week
What began as an online discussion about fashion and music quickly evolved into a national conversation on jobs, innovation and the future of Ugandas economy, as legendary musician Bebe Cool joined Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW) Founder and President Santa Anzo for an engaging X Space hosted by award-winning journalist Canary Mugume. Held under the The post Bebe Cool, Santa Anzo call for greater investment in Uganda's creative economy ahead of the return of Uganda International Fashion Week first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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