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@sqoop Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:25:26
Producer Washington hints at what failed Goodlyf
Goodlyfe Crew, the iconic duo of Mowzey Radio and Weasel were not just hitmakers. They were a cultural force. Their melodies floated across borders, their harmonies stitched themselves into weddings and heartbreaks, and their songwriting raised the standard of East African pop. And yet, according to Producer Washington, they were powerful but not structured. "Goodlyfe The post Producer Washington hints at what failed Goodlyf first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:31:21
"I'm busy chasing my dream"— Feffe Bussi speaks out on the Federation
Ugandan rapper Feffe Bussi has broken his silence on the much-discussed artists' federation spearheaded by Eddy Kenzo. While being hosted on KFM's Superstar Friday, Feffe made it clear that he holds no ill will toward the initiative. However, he admitted he doesn't fully understand what the federation actually does or how it directly involves artists The post "I'm busy chasing my dream"— Feffe Bussi speaks out on the Federation first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:43:41
Persuade, Dont Impose, Museveni Advises Leaders
Speaking at the 49th St. Janani Luwum Day commemoration in Kitgum district, Museveni highlighted the importance of winning people's hearts and minds through good deeds and effective persuasion.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:17:05
Police arrest 166 in crackdown on crime hotspots
Police in the Kampala Metropolitan Area have arrested 166 people during coordinated night operations targeting criminal gangs and high-risk areas. The operations were carried out on 15 February 2026 between 8:00pm and 1:30am, according to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Racheal Kawala. She said the raids are part of an intelligence-led campaign to curb rising crime The post Police arrest 166 in crackdown on crime hotspots first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:53:59
Why Pretty Nicole walked away from music after just one song
When Pretty Nicole stepped into the music scene with her debut single Detergent, she carried the kind of excitement that comes with finally living out a long-held dream. Born Nicole Musiimenta, she was not just experimenting. Music, for her, had always been something more personal, more intentional. And when she finally crossed over from content The post Why Pretty Nicole walked away from music after just one song first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:20:28
Valenteenz Summit - Teens Urged to Lead With Purpose, Love and Self-Awareness
[Nile Post] Schools from across Uganda gathered at Next Media Park over the weekend for the Valenteenz Summit Uganda, a youth-centred event that sparked honest conversations about love, leadership, ambition and identity.
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@sqoop Mon, 16 Feb 2026 02:11:53
From candlelight dinners to concert nights V&A owns Valentine's
Valentine's Day came wrapped in its usual language of roses, candlelight and soft music. But this year, across Kampala and beyond, love felt a little more alive, a little more shared, and a lot more intentional, with VA quietly weaving itself into the rhythm of the celebration. From quiet dinner tables to buzzing nightlife spots, The post From candlelight dinners to concert nights V&A owns Valentine's first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 16 Feb 2026 02:21:53
Geosteady's return turns Valentine's night into a story of love, healing and redemption
After six months away from the spotlight, Geosteady returned not just as a performer, but as a man reborn. The soulful singer, who recently spent half a year in rehabilitation addressing drug addiction and mental health challenges, chose the most fitting stage for his comeback, a Valentine's concert dedicated to love, connection, and second chances. The post Geosteady's return turns Valentine's night into a story of love, healing and redemption first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:42:29
An exquisite Valentine's experience with dance and Opera
If you thought Valentine's Day was the usual; flowers and "two-tops", leading global luxury tequila brand- Don Julio, changed that, spicing things up with an exotic experience. Don Julio teamed up with Mediterraneo to host the 'Love is in the air' Dinner experience, which brought together guests that were looking for a transcendent Valentine's Dinner. The post An exquisite Valentine's experience with dance and Opera first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:52:54
A runway of wisdom, Threads of Legacy celebrates life beyond youth
In Lungujja, it wasn't just about roses and romance last Saturday. It was about honour, dignity, and the quiet resilience of age. In a refreshing shift from its well-known Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) advocacy for young people, Reach A Hand Uganda turned its attention to an often-overlooked generation. The organisation hosted Threads The post A runway of wisdom, Threads of Legacy celebrates life beyond youth first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:26:14
Strictly Soul Lovers edition: A Soul, RnB and blonde affair
There is something about music which has turned twenty years old. It is powerful, surreal, and in more ways has the power to stop and rewind time. For instance, when Ginuwine's 1997 hit- Same Ol G, a soundtrack from the film Dr Dolittle, plays, there's a sense of nostalgia. The song may not be a The post Strictly Soul Lovers edition: A Soul, RnB and blonde affair first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:32:24
"Kampala was one chapter in my struggle for justice," Lukwago reveals next plans
After 15 years as Kampala's Lord Mayor, Erias Lukwago says he is now turning his focus back to legal practice, human rights advocacy and political organising following his defeat in the 2026 mayoral election. Lukwago, 55, lost the race to National Unity Platform's Ronald Balimwezo and finished third on the People's Front for Freedom ticket The post "Kampala was one chapter in my struggle for justice," Lukwago reveals next plans first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:02:00
Our history: Remembering Janani Luwum
Today marks 49 years since Anglican archbishop Janani Luwum was murdered by the Amin Regime. In 2015, February 16 was declared a public holiday by President Museveni. The service for the 49th commemoration of St Janani Luwum Day is taking place in his hometown of Mucwini, Kitgum District, under the theme: "Anchored in Christ for The post Our history: Remembering Janani Luwum first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:01:34
Police officer killed after speeding car crashes into a checkpoint
A police officer has died after a speeding vehicle rammed into a security checkpoint in Katakwi District on Sunday night. The crash happened at around 8:30pm at Getom checkpoint. The deceased has been identified as 24-year-old Police Constable Enock Kilobi. According to Mike Longole, spokesperson for the Police Anti-Stock Theft Unit (ASTU), a Toyota Mark The post Police officer killed after speeding car crashes into a checkpoint first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:28:31
Museveni Defends BVV Machines As Key to Credible Polls, Says Technology Closed Opposition's 'Cheating Lifeline'
[Nile Post] President Museveni has strongly defended the use of Biometric Voter Verification (BVV) machines in the recently concluded elections, arguing that the technology curtailed electoral fraud and strengthened transparency, while framing the broader vote within the National Resistance Movement's historical narrative of stability, economic recovery and mass-oriented reforms.
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@allafrica Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:29:01
Govt Shuts Tin Mining Depot in Isingiro
[Nile Post] ISINGIRO -- Artisanal tin miners in Rukurijo Village, Kikagate Sub-county, Isingiro District, are facing severe hardship following the sudden closure of their mining depots by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development.
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@allafrica Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:29:06
Vice President Alupo Calls for UN Security Council Reforms At AU Summit
[Nile Post] ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA -- Vice President Jessica Alupo addressed the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) in Addis Ababa on Saturday, urging accelerated reforms of the United Nations Security Council to ensure Africa achieves equitable representation and tangible outcomes.
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@allafrica Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:55:56
Odonga Otto Calls for National Dialogue, Says Opposition Must Check Government - Not Museveni
[Nile Post] Former Aruu County Member of Parliament Odonga Otto has called for renewed national dialogue and a shift toward issue-based opposition politics, urging political actors across the divide to prioritise national stability over personal antagonism.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:16:23
Love At Every Sip – V&A Owns Valentine's
Valentine's is day couples celebrate love, but this year was even more special as the day itself got a partner in VA, Uganda's Favourite Sherry. Just like red roses have traditionally been synonymous with the day, VA has also found a place in lovers' hearts as the brand went all out to ensure this year's The post Love At Every Sip – V&A Owns Valentine's first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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