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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:23:45
Police arrest 78 suspects over traffic jam robberies on Northern Bypass
Police have arrested at least 78 suspected criminals following a surge in robberies targeting motorists along the Kampala Northern Bypass. The crackdown comes after numerous complaints from drivers who reported being attacked while stuck in heavy traffic, particularly between Busega and Bwaise. Authorities say the congestion—caused by ongoing road works on the Namungoona–Bwaise section—has created The post Police arrest 78 suspects over traffic jam robberies on Northern Bypass first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:38:55
Uganda secures slots in 2026 TEF Programme, each beneficiary to receive Shs19 million boost
Uganda has secured a place among the beneficiaries of the 2026 Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme, with 12 entrepreneurs named in the first group of winners. The announcement was made at an event in Abuja, Nigeria, where 1,951 entrepreneurs were unveiled as part of a larger group of 3,200 Africans set to receive support The post Uganda secures slots in 2026 TEF Programme, each beneficiary to receive Shs19 million boost first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Mar 2026 06:09:20
Four injured in explosion at scrap workshop after dropped object detonates
Four people are receiving treatment after an object they were handling exploded at a scrap workshop in Mbale City. The incident happened on 17 March 2026 as workers were offloading scrap metal. According to police, the group accidentally dropped an unfamiliar metal object, which detonated on impact and left them injured. All four victims were The post Four injured in explosion at scrap workshop after dropped object detonates first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:59:08
KAGENYI LUKKA: The Paradigm Shift: How New Public Management Reforms Have Revolutionized Public Service Delivery in Uganda
The traditional public administration model, characterized by bureaucratic tendencies and red tape, has long been criticized for hindering efficiency and effectiveness in public service delivery. In response, the New Public Management (NPM) reforms emerged, emphasizing market-oriented approaches, decentralization, and customer-centricity. This article examines how African countries, including Uganda, have adopted NPM doctrines, such as projectized management and contracts, to improve public service delivery. Focusing on Uganda's experience, we demonstrate how these reforms have led to significant gains in efficiency and effectiveness The traditional public administration model, rooted in Weberian bureaucracy, has been criticized for its rigidity, inefficiency, and lack of
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:38:55
Uganda secures 12 slots in 2026 TEF Programme, each beneficiary to receive Shs19 million boost
Uganda has secured a place among the beneficiaries of the 2026 Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme, with 12 entrepreneurs named in the first group of winners. The announcement was made at an event in Abuja, Nigeria, where 1,951 entrepreneurs were unveiled as part of a larger group of 3,200 Africans set to receive support The post Uganda secures 12 slots in 2026 TEF Programme, each beneficiary to receive Shs19 million boost first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:11:19
Ntungamo Municipality Charts Roadmap for Growth Amid Land Challenges
[Nile Post] Urban development in Ntungamo Municipality is gradually advancing, guided by a comprehensive physical development plan and expanding infrastructure aimed at transforming the town into a vibrant commercial and administrative hub.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:11:18
Mityana Municipality Cracks Down On Street Vendors to Restore Order and Improve Sanitation
[Nile Post] Authorities in Mityana Municipality have stepped up efforts to restore trade order and improve sanitation by removing vendors from streets and enforcing stricter regulations for business operators.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:11:19
MPs Recalled From Recess to Elect Two New EALA Representatives
[Nile Post] Members of Parliament have been recalled from their short recess to participate in the election of two representatives to fill vacant slots in the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA).
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:11:20
Community-Led Tree Planting Initiative Targets Forest Loss in Adjumani District
[Nile Post] Refugee-hosting Adjumani District has intensified efforts to address rapid forest depletion, with the rate of forest cover loss now reported to be twice that of replanting.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:45:12
Tororo Municipality Faces Planning Crisis As Illegal Structures Undermine City Status Bid
[Nile Post] Tororo Municipality, comprising the Eastern and Western Divisions, covers approximately 30.79 square kilometres and has a population of over forty-one thousand people.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:45:13
Soldier Found Dead in Kabale Home After Five Days Missing
[Nile Post] Police in Kabale have launched investigations into the sudden death of a Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier whose body was discovered in his home after he had been missing for several days.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:38
Muhoozi Slams Bobi Wine's International Tour, Says Uganda Is a Sovereign Nation
[Nile Post] The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, on Sunday issued a strong rebuke directed at Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, in response to the opposition figure's ongoing international engagements.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:40
Deputy Speaker Tayebwa Urges Transformational Leadership and Industrial Growth in West Nile
[Nile Post] The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has called for visionary and service-oriented leadership in West Nile as he joined residents and local leaders in Arua City to celebrate the election victory of Mayor-elect, Lawrence Alionzi, popularly known as Dangote.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:40
Rukungiri School Gets Relief As Centenary Bank Donates Water Tanks
[Nile Post] Centenary Bank's Rukungiri Branch has donated two 5,000-litre water tanks worth Shs2.5 million to Our Lady of Good Counsel Nursery and Primary School to help address persistent water shortages.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:41
Kashenyi Ends Title Drought, Wins Rukungiri Boys' Football Championship
[Nile Post] Kashenyi Secondary School has emerged as champions of the Rukungiri District boys' football competition under the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA), after defeating Makobore High School in a thrilling final held at Rukungiri Main Stadium.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:41
Juma Witonze Seeks MPs' Support for EALA Seat
[Nile Post] Juma Witonze has appealed to Members of Parliament to entrust him with the responsibility of representing Uganda in the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), citing his strong credentials, experience, and commitment to regional integration.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:41
Police Arrest Four Over Phone, Bag Snatching Along Kampala-Masaka Highway
[Nile Post] Police in Nsangi have arrested four suspects in connection with a series of robberies reported along the Kampala-Masaka Highway, particularly within the Busega-Kyengera swamp corridor.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:42
Beauty Meets Climate Action As Youth Take Center Stage At Environment Week
[Nile Post] The Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Water and Environment Dr. Alfred Okot Okidi, has challenged young people to take the lead in tackling climate change, describing them as both the most affected and the most powerful force for change.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:42
New Door to the Future Opens As Kiteezi Gets Digital Hub
[Nile Post] A new chapter of hope, learning, and opportunity has begun in Kiteezi with the launch of a modern Digital Hub at the Samaritan Family Life Centre, an initiative of International Samaritan through Kiteezi Samaritan.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:43
Johnnie Walker Unveils New Cultural Influencers Ahead of Afro Exchange Takeover
[Nile Post] Johnnie Walker Uganda on Saturday evening unveiled a new class of cultural influencers at Silo in Kampala, setting the tone for a season of music, fashion and nightlife-driven experiences.
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