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@allafrica Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:24:26
Are Parents Paying for Grades? Muganga Questions the Value of Uganda's Education System
[Nile Post] As schools reopen and parents grapple with rising tuition fees, a deeper question is emerging: are families paying for quality education--or simply buying grades?
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@allafrica Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:24:26
Cabinet Approves Household Support for Northern Uganda
[Nile Post] Uganda's Cabinet, chaired by President Yoweri Museveni, has approved a government plan to support households in Northern Uganda, aiming to restore livelihoods in areas affected by the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) insurgency.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:40:17
Strictly Soul returns with a Lovers' edition and Johnnie Walker Blonde this Friday
This Friday, on Valentine's Day eve, love will take centre stage, not just in hearts, but on the dancefloor. Johnnie Walker Blonde has partnered with Strictly Soul to deliver a Lover's Edition of the experience, a special Valentine's Day special designed to celebrate love in all its forms, from romance and friendship to self-love and The post Strictly Soul returns with a Lovers' edition and Johnnie Walker Blonde this Friday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:27:01
Ministry of Gender to Upgrade Kitgum Matidi Market under GROW Project
Bernard Okuyo, the Construction Engineer for the GROW Project, announced that the market will receive a variety of upgrades. These include new stalls, improved lighting, power supply, water access, paved walkways, shaded areas, and sanitary facilities, among other enhancements.
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@allafrica Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:02:56
Doctors Sound Alarm Over Rising Attacks On Health Workers
[Nile Post] The Uganda Medical Association (UMA) has warned of an increasing wave of verbal and physical attacks against health workers, saying the growing hostility is threatening morale within the profession and undermining the country's healthcare system.
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@sqoop Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:16:31
Tell the truth – Lillian Mbabazi fires back at MC Kats over Fille support claims
A few weeks ago, MC Kats came out and accused the Uganda National Musicians Federation of failing to support singer Fille Mutoni during her time in rehabilitation. Now, singer Lillian Mbabazi has responded. In a strongly worded statement, Lillian, speaking on behalf of the Uganda National Musicians Federation, pushed back against the claims, accusing MC The post Tell the truth – Lillian Mbabazi fires back at MC Kats over Fille support claims first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:10:15
Museveni Summons NRM District Leaders for Post-Election Strategy Meeting
[Nile Post] President Museveni is set to meet National Resistance Movement (NRM) district and city chairpersons at State House Entebbe this Friday, in what is expected to be a high-level post-election strategy session following the party's victory in the recently concluded general elections.
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@allafrica Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:10:17
Government, Stanchart Sign Shs 2.747tn Infrastructure Financing Deal
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The Government of Uganda and Standard Chartered Bank Uganda have signed financing agreements worth EUR 641.1 million (Shs 2.747 trillion) to fund three major infrastructure projects aimed at supporting the country's Ten-Fold Growth Strategy and expanding the economy to USD 500 billion by 2040.
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@sqoop Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:36:19
Fefe Bussi tells artists to focus on performance, not outfits during concerts
Rapper Fefe Bussi has shared a word of advice for fellow artists in the entertainment industry, urging them to strike a balance when it comes to fashion and stage presentation. Speaking about performance culture, the singer emphasised that while appearance does matter in show business, it should never overshadow the music itself. "Too much of The post Fefe Bussi tells artists to focus on performance, not outfits during concerts first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:45:04
Dancer Calls Out Social Media's Dance Dynasty
In the relentless scroll of Instagram Reels and TikTok feeds, where every beat and body earns a shot at virality, one video landed on Monday afternoon. A dancer known only by his handle, Basset, stirring, confident, unfiltered, posted a reel with a message that slapped hard: Let's say Basset was disrespectful in many ways that The post Dancer Calls Out Social Media's Dance Dynasty first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:56:27
A Music Master Class set for the Guinness Smooth Experience at Paradigm this Friday
Guinness Smooth is keeping the momentum high, continuing its mission to bring the Make It Yours spirit directly to the heartbeat of Uganda's creative scene. Following a high-octane takeover at Silo last month, the journey moves to Paradigm Kansanga this Friday, February 13, for an evening dedicated to the craft behind the hits. The Make The post A Music Master Class set for the Guinness Smooth Experience at Paradigm this Friday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:53:00
MultiChoice Talent Factory opens 2026 applications for Ugandan storytellers
MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) East Africa has opened applications for its 2026 intake, inviting aspiring Ugandan filmmakers to apply before the February 27 deadline. MTF is a fully structured, year-long training programme in film and television aimed at equipping young creatives with practical skills and industry experience. The initiative was created to address the shortage The post MultiChoice Talent Factory opens 2026 applications for Ugandan storytellers first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:29:56
Joshua Baraka teams up with Jamaican star Shenseea for 'Morocco' remix
Singer Joshua Baraka is set to take his song Morocco to the global stage with a remix featuring Jamaican dancehall star Shenseea. The original track has already surpassed two million views on YouTube, cementing its place as one of Baraka's biggest releases so far. Rumours of a collaboration between the two artists had been circulating The post Joshua Baraka teams up with Jamaican star Shenseea for 'Morocco' remix first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:04:22
Another senior UPDF officer dies en route to colleague's funeral
The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) is mourning the sudden death of Major General Deus Sande, the Commander of the Armoured Division based in Masaka. UPDF spokesperson Colonel Chris Magezi said Maj Gen Sande died in the early hours of Monday at about 3:45 a.m. in Mpigi District. According to the army, the senior officer The post Another senior UPDF officer dies en route to colleague's funeral first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:38:49
Climate Change Straining National Budgets, Musasizi Tells Global Finance Ministers
[Nile Post] The Minister of State for Finance, Henry Musasizi, has said climate change is increasingly straining national budgets across the world, calling for collective global action to develop practical and sustainable responses.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:38:56
MPs, Social Protection Advocates Push for Shs18bn to Fund Child Disability Program
[Nile Post] Members of Parliament, disability advocates, and UNICEF have urged Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa to include Shs18 billion in the 2026/27 national budget to implement the National Child Disability Assistance Programme, which targets 37,634 children with disabilities across Uganda.
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@sqoop Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:58:44
My Wife owns my home, Daddy Andre opens up on marriage and respect
Singer and producer Daddy Andre, born Andrew Ojjambo, over the weekend took a major step toward marriage after being introduced to the parents of his fiancée, Sylvia Suubi, in Busia. The colourful traditional ceremony saw the singer deliver dowry and formally ask for Sylvia's hand in marriage, marking another milestone in the couple's love journey. The post My Wife owns my home, Daddy Andre opens up on marriage and respect first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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