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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:19
Uganda Not Ready for Burn Disasters As Oil Production Nears, Doctors Warn
[Nile Post] As Uganda moves closer to its long-awaited first oil production in 2026, health experts are raising concerns about the country's preparedness to handle potential industrial burn disasters.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:46:48
UWA Begins Historic Return of Rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park After 43 Years
[Nile Post] Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has commenced the historic reintroduction of rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park, marking the return of the species to the landscape 43 years after the last rhino was sighted in the area.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:16
Belgian Court to Decide On Trial Over 1961 Murder of Patrice Lumumba
[Nile Post] A Belgian court is set to rule on whether a former senior diplomat will stand trial over the 1961 murder of DR Congo's independence leader Patrice Lumumba, in a case that could mark the first prosecution of a Belgian official linked to the assassination.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:59:24
High Court dismisses Gukina's kibanja claim on Speke Hotel's beachfront land
The High Court of Uganda has dismissed key claims by Dr. Peter Musoke Gukiina in a long-running land dispute involving businessman Sudhir Ruparelia and Speke Hotel 1996 Limited, ruling that the plaintiff failed to prove ownership of a kibanja interest beyond his registered land. In a detailed judgment delivered by Justice P. Basaza-Wasswa, the court The post High Court dismisses Gukina's kibanja claim on Speke Hotel's beachfront land first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:58:48
Zari threatens legal action over viral screenshot
Socialite and businesswoman Zari Hassan has strongly dismissed a widely circulated screenshot claiming she had broken up with her husband Shakib Cham, describing it as fake and warning that legal action could soon follow. Over the past few days, social media timelines were flooded with a screenshot allegedly showing Zari announcing the end of her The post Zari threatens legal action over viral screenshot first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:11:00
Chelsea and Manchester City's last chance, a test for Barcelona and Liverpool's revenge: what to expect from the Champions League round of 16 return legs?
The most prestigious tournament in club football will light up the sporting midweek with thrilling clashes between giants. The results of the matches will determine the continent's best 8 teams, who will continue their battle for the title. Be at the heart of the hottest football events with the best sports betting site 1xBet, and The post Chelsea and Manchester City's last chance, a test for Barcelona and Liverpool's revenge: what to expect from the Champions League round of 16 return legs? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:43:32
Police arrest four over robberies targeting bank clients
Police in Nansana have made a major breakthrough in cracking down on a series of robberies targeting bank customers in the area. According to police spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire, four suspects were arrested during operations carried out between 10 and 14 March 2026. The arrests are linked to attacks on people leaving banking halls with cash. The post Police arrest four over robberies targeting bank clients first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:41:09
City tycoon Ruparelia loses millions of shillings in land dispute case
KAMPALA: The High Court in Kampala has awarded Shs81.4 million in compensation to Dr. Peter Musoke Gukiina in a long running land dispute involving businessman Sudhir Ruparelia and Speke Hotel 1996 Limited. In her judgment delivered on Wednesday morning, Justice Patience Basaza Wasswa ruled that Speke Hotel unlawfully encroached on The post City tycoon Ruparelia loses millions of shillings in land dispute case first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:19:05
Diaspora community gears up for Museveni election victory fete
By Karim Muyobo KAMPALA: Preparations are underway for over 2,000 Ugandans in diaspora to celebrate president Museveni's election victory. Ahead of the president-elect's swearing in scheduled for May, Ugandans living abroad are set to converge in Cape Town, South Africa to celebrate the January landslide victory, and also launch a The post Diaspora community gears up for Museveni election victory fete first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@sqoop Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:18:29
5 Key Changes Artistes Need to Know in the Copyright Amendment
Yesterday, parliament passed the, Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Bill 2025, a major reform that is expected to reshape how artists, producers and rights holders earn from their work. While much of the public debate focused on Clause 9, the new law introduces several key changes that creators need to understand. Written contracts are now mandatory The post 5 Key Changes Artistes Need to Know in the Copyright Amendment first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:53:42
Etania's journey to becoming the Life of the Party
For Etania Mutoni, known simply as Etania, headlining at Hockey Grounds isn't just a personal achievement—it's a milestone for the community that has supported her every step of the way. Her upcoming show, Becoming Life of the Party, marks the first time a Ugandan female DJ has taken this stage, but for Etania, it's a The post Etania's journey to becoming the Life of the Party first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:26:10
Senegal takes AFCON 2025 dispute to court after title revocation
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has confirmed it will take legal action following a stunning decision by the Confederation of African Football to strip Senegal of their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 title and award it to Morocco. In a move that has sent shockwaves across African football, CAF ruled that Senegal had effectively forfeited
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:38:37
Govt Cracks Down On PDM Fraud As Kiryandongo Sacco Chairperson Is Charged
[Nile Post] The government has intensified efforts to safeguard the integrity of the Parish Development Model (PDM) by taking firm action against individuals who exploit wananchi through fraudulent schemes.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:38:03
Minister Oryem Says Barbie Torture Footage 'Misleading'
[Nile Post] The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Henry Oryem Okello, has rejected claims that a security operation at the home of former National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu and his family resulted in harm to his wife, Barbie Itungo Kyagulanyi.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:31:26
Woman disguises as medical officer, steals three-day-old baby after giving mother Shs 10k
Police in Kassanda are investigating after a woman, pretending to be a medical officer, abducted a three-day-old baby from Kiganda Health Centre IV. The baby, born to Muhindo Joachim and Nalubowa Ruth of Katosi Cell in Kiganda Town Council, Mukono district, was admitted to the health centre on 12 March 2026 due to complications. She The post Woman disguises as medical officer, steals three-day-old baby after giving mother Shs 10k first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:12:52
How the new Copyright Law is expected to put more money in artists' pockets
Uganda's newly passed Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2025 is expected to significantly change how artists earn money—once it is signed into law by Yoweri Museveni. Here's a simple breakdown of how the new system will work: Payment for public use of music and content Under the new law, any business that plays music The post How the new Copyright Law is expected to put more money in artists' pockets first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:54:30
Muslims urged on timely payment for Zakat al-Fitr
By Sulaina Nakidde As Muslims wrap up the holy month of Ramadhan, they have been asked not let their fasting efforts go to waste by reverting to sinful behavior after Eid celebrations. This comes as Eid al-Fitr 2026 is expected to be celebrated either tomorrow March 19th or Friday March The post Muslims urged on timely payment for Zakat al-Fitr first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@sqoop Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:44:32
Big Eye Starboss puts his music catalog on the market
Ugandan singer Big Eye Starboss has taken a bold business turn, announcing that he is putting his entire music catalog up for sale to the highest bidder but only for a limited time. In a move inspired by the newly enacted Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the singer says he is ready to The post Big Eye Starboss puts his music catalog on the market first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:06:10
Weasel should be a billionaire – Producer Washington
Veteran producer Washington has said singer Weasel should be far wealthier given the dominance of the Goodlyfe Crew over the past decade. For nearly 15 years, the duo of Weasel and the late Moses Radio churned out hit after hit, shaping Uganda's modern sound and dominating airwaves across the region. According to Washington, that level The post Weasel should be a billionaire – Producer Washington first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:22:34
"Our music finally has value"- Eddy Kenzo
The mood among Uganda's creatives has been one of cautious celebration following the passing of the Copyright and Neighboring Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2025 but for Eddy Kenzo, the moment carries something deeper than legislative success. Speaking during an interview shortly after Parliament passed the long-awaited law, the award-winning singer explained that the fight for copyright The post "Our music finally has value"- Eddy Kenzo first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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