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@matookerepublic Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:07:40
Singer Geosteady set to bring all feels this Valentine's Day with V&A
If comebacks had a nationality, Uganda would be it. We are a nation defined by resilience, where setbacks do not signal the end, but the beginning of a stronger comeback. Geosteady's journey reflects that enduring spirit of rising above adversity. George William Kigozi aka Geosteady, has chosen to rise above all the odds life has The post Singer Geosteady set to bring all feels this Valentine's Day with V&A first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:24:51
Muhoozi appoints Brig. Gen. Pande Kajuba as the new Armoured Division Commander
The Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Brigadier General Jackson Pande Kajuba as the new Commander of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Armoured Division based in Masaka. The announcement was confirmed by Acting UPDF spokesperson Colonel Chris Magezi. Brig. Gen. Pande Kajuba takes over from Major General Deus Sande, who died The post Muhoozi appoints Brig. Gen. Pande Kajuba as the new Armoured Division Commander first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:01:12
NUP Puts Bobi Wine's Safety First As Party Marks His 44th Birthday
[Nile Post] The National Unity Platform (NUP) marked the 44th birthday of its president, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, with a low-key ceremony at the party headquarters in Kavule, as leaders reiterated that his safety remains their top priority.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:01:11
Uganda, Japan Join Forces to Rebuild Bridges in Climate and Refugee-Hit Regions
[Nile Post] The Government of Uganda, in partnership with Japan, has launched a project to reconstruct and maintain bridges in climate-vulnerable and refugee-hosting sub-regions, including West Nile, Sebei, and Buliisa.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:01:08
Millions in Rural Uganda Still 'Working for Stomach,' Museveni Says
[Nile Post] Despite decades of government programs aimed at boosting rural livelihoods, President Museveni has acknowledged that millions of Ugandans remain in subsistence-level farming, or what he described as "working for the stomach."
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@sqoop Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:34:19
Kampala Street Dance Faceoff launches search for Uganda's best crew
On Wednesday night, Wandegeya Junction turned into an electric stage of neon lights, pounding music and high energy as dancers brought traffic and passersby to a standstill. What started as a social media rivalry between two popular urban dancers, Basset Fame and Uncle Mayani, quickly spilled onto the streets in true Step Up style. The The post Kampala Street Dance Faceoff launches search for Uganda's best crew first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:32
Lukwago Demands Commonwealth Audit of Elections
[Nile Post] People's Front for Freedom (PFF) President and Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has called on the Commonwealth to conduct an independent audit of Uganda's recent elections, rejecting the declared results and alleging widespread irregularities.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:33
Bruno K Joins the Cast for Ugandan Telenovela, Loving Beyond
[Nile Post] Pearl Magic Prime viewers are in for an exciting twist as celebrated Ugandan musician Bruno K (Bruno Kiggundu) joins the cast of the hit drama series Loving Beyond, starting Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:33
Busoga Kingdom Launches Boxing Championship to Revive Regional Talent
[Nile Post] Busoga Kingdom has officially launched a new boxing competition designed to revitalize the sport across the region, signaling a renewed commitment to developing local talent and restoring the Kingdom's prominence in boxing.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:33
Buvuma Farmers Ask Katikkiro to Help Set Up One-Stop Agricultural Input Centre
[Nile Post] Farmers in Buvuma District have appealed to the Buganda Kingdom government to establish a one-stop agricultural input facility on the islands, saying access to genuine farm inputs remains a major bottleneck to productivity and income growth.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:34
Prof Barigayomwe Says Mao's Speakership Bid Is a Bargaining Tool
[Nile Post] Lawyer and political analyst Professor Rogers Barigayomwe has cast doubt on Democratic Party (DP) President Norbert Mao's bid for the Speakership of Uganda's Twelfth Parliament, suggesting it is intended more as a bargaining tool than a serious contest for the position.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:34
Lukwago Warns Museveni Meeting Could Fracture Opposition
[Nile Post] People's Front for Freedom (PFF) President and Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has warned that a recent State House meeting between opposition MPs and President Museveni could weaken opposition cohesion and distract public focus from pressing governance challenges in Uganda.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:34
North Kigezi Bishop Calls for Teacher Dedication and Equal Support for Boys
[Nile Post] As the first school term of 2026 begins, the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, has urged teachers to remain dedicated to their duties, warning that rising absenteeism--particularly in government schools--is negatively affecting learners.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:35
Bamwine - Parties Failing to 'Offer Solutions'
[Nile Post] Fred Bamwine, a commissioner in the Office of the President, has criticised political parties in Uganda for failing to provide solutions to national challenges, warning that they often resort to promoting hate speech and, at times, violence.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:35
Bulambuli MP Biara Defends Deputy Speaker Bid
[Nile Post] Bulambuli County MP Emmanuel Biara has defended his candidacy for Deputy Speaker in the upcoming 12th Parliament, emphasizing his commitment to community empowerment, people-centred leadership, and constructive democratic competition.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:36
Ssebagala Defends Opposition Meeting With Museveni
[Nile Post] Former Kawempe North Member of Parliament Latif Ssebagala Ssengendo has defended the recent meeting between President Museveni and a group of opposition legislators, describing it as a conscious effort to promote open political dialogue and address sensitive national issues, including the fate of political detainees.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:36
Munyagwa Urges Museveni to Rise Above NRM Politics and Embrace National Dialogue
[Nile Post] Former Common Man's Party presidential candidate Mubarak Munyagwa Sserunga has called on President Museveni to rise above partisan interests and initiate broad national dialogue, arguing that Uganda faces mounting political tensions that require urgent and inclusive engagement.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:29:36
Namugga Questions Museveni Engagement, Flags Collapse of Formal Dialogue Platforms
[Nile Post] Mawokota South Member of Parliament and Opposition Leader in Parliament, Gorreth Namugga, has expressed concerns over a recent meeting between President Museveni and a group of opposition MPs, saying such engagements threaten established channels for structured political dialogue.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:49:09
If Luxury Is Your Love Language; Speke Apartments Is Your Spot for Valentine's
For some couples, Valentine's Day is about roses and handwritten notes. For others, it's about curated experiences, indulgent comfort and unforgettable moments wrapped in elegance. If luxury is your love language, Speke Apartments is speaking to you fluently this season. This Valentine's, the property is rolling out a romantic package designed for couples who appreciate The post If Luxury Is Your Love Language; Speke Apartments Is Your Spot for Valentine's first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:23:58
Akena Accuses Army of Election Interference, Urges Stronger Democratic Safeguards
[Nile Post] Uganda People's Congress (UPC) President General Jimmy Akena has accused the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) of interfering in past elections, describing such involvement as unlawful and a threat to democratic governance.
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