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@matookerepublic Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:38:49
The Role Of Technology In Bringing Banking Closer
For many years, access to banking services depended largely on where one lived. If you were based in a major town or city, opening and managing a bank account was straightforward. However, for millions of people in rural and hard-to-reach areas, banking often meant long journeys, transport costs, and hours—or even a full day—lost just The post The Role Of Technology In Bringing Banking Closer first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:59:02
Toolits Third Time Lucky: NRM Candidate Claims Kitgum District Throne
This win comes after his previous unsuccessful bids in 2016 and 2021, where he lost to Jackson Omona (an independent candidate) and Arwai Christopher Obol, respectively. Toolits victory is viewed as a significant shift in the districts political landscape.
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@sqoop Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:13:43
Mobile Money was useless for a bit there
Mobile money might be back but what on earth was that ? After almost a full week of suspense, stress, and character development. Ugandans, I mean those who had some funds left after that detty December, have been reunited with their money, the same money that never moved anywhere, by the way, just went silent The post Mobile Money was useless for a bit there first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:34:42
NUP Deputy President Muwanga Kivumbi charged with terrorism
National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy President for Buganda Region Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, who is also the outgoing Member of Parliament for Butambala County, has appeared before the Butambala Chief Magistrate's Court following his arrest over election-related violence in the district. Kivumbi was arrested on 22 January and held at Kira Road Police Station in Kampala The post NUP Deputy President Muwanga Kivumbi charged with terrorism first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:36:47
Bebe Cool pardons TikToker Luwilight after controversial arrest
Bebe Cool has stepped in to pardon TikTok creator Luwilight, who was recently arrested and remanded to Luzira Prison on charges of misinformation and hate speech. During a phone interview with Kasuku, Bebe Cool, shared his decision to forgive the controversial content creator, offering her a second chance to rebuild her character. He revealed that The post Bebe Cool pardons TikToker Luwilight after controversial arrest first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:25:02
How the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations became one of the most exciting in history
The tournament in Morocco will be remembered for a long time: it gave us incredible matches and proved that African football has become tactically mature and in line with global trends. Sports betting site 1xBet, the official partner of CAF and the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, sums up the exciting tournament. Goals are back The post How the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations became one of the most exciting in history first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:06:09
SuperSport's unrivalled AFCON coverage sets new global standard as Senegal claims continental glory
From the electric tension of the opening group stage fixtures to the breathtaking extra-time drama that unfolded in Rabat on Sunday night, SuperSport stood as the definitive heartbeat of the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). By positioning itself at the very epicentre of the action, Your World of Champions translated the raw
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@sqoop Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:26:35
Canary Mugume on secret playlists, internet bans and life off camera
Ever wondered what your favourite people do away from the socials; which song they secretly listen to while driving, who is up on their know-who list, etc? In this section, Gloria Haguma gets personal and a little nosy with media personality Canary Mugume. No filter, no script, just a peek into his untapped side. You The post Canary Mugume on secret playlists, internet bans and life off camera first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:46:32
Declaration of Councillors' Results Halted in Nansana and Nabweru
[Nile Post] The declaration of councillors' election results in Nansana and Nabweru sub-counties, Wakiso District, was on Tuesday halted following protests from candidates who disputed the tallying process.
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@allafrica Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:47:00
Adjumani Is Bigger Than Politics - - Anyama Concedes Defeat
[Nile Post] The incumbent Adjumani District Local Council Five (LCV) Chairperson, Ben Anyama, who ran as an independent candidate, has formally conceded defeat and congratulated Anyanzo John Ambayo on his victory.
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@allafrica Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:47:12
Doctors Congratulate Museveni, Express Concern Over Besigye's Health
[Nile Post] The Uganda Medical Association (UMA), the umbrella body for doctors in Uganda, has congratulated President Museveni on his seventh re-election following the January 15 polls, in which he secured 71.6 percent of the vote.
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@allafrica Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:46:46
Putin Congratulates Museveni On Re-Election, Promises Strengthened Uganda-Russia Ties
[Nile Post] Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on his re-election, reaffirming Moscow's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Uganda.
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@allafrica Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:19:21
Balimwezo Leads Early in Kampala Lord Mayor Race As Tallying Continues
[Nile Post] KAMPALA -- National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Ronald Nsubuga Balimwezo has taken an early lead in the Kampala Lord Mayor race, according to provisional results from the Electoral Commission tallying centre at Makerere University Business School (MUBS).
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@allafrica Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:20:12
Heavy Security At Butambala Court As Kivumbi Expected Amid Election Violence Probe
[Nile Post] Heavy security has been deployed at the Butambala Chief Magistrate's Court ahead of the expected appearance of Butambala County legislator and National Unity Platform (NUP) Buganda deputy president, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi.
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@theguardian Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:00:12
'We need change, not just as young people but as a country': Uganda's youth on 40 years of Museveni
This month the president was reelected for his seventh term, devastating the hopes of many who fear a future of stagnation and unemploymentWhen Uganda's electoral commission declared President Yoweri Museveni the winner of the 2026 general election this month, there was little surprise among the country's younger voters. Those aged under 35 make up more than three-quarters (78%) of Uganda's population – the second youngest population in the world – and for many, the news of Museveni's victory confirmed what they had expected. For some, it also crushed the fragile hope inspired by the rise of the opposition leader, Robert Kyagulanyi, known as Bobi Wine.Sarah Namubiru, 21, a university student hoping to be a teacher, says she did not vote for Museveni because of the low salaries in the teaching profession. Continue reading...
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@sqoop Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:01:15
Dancehall artiste Simon Bunks 13 drops new banger dubbed "Party"
Rising Ugandan artist Simon Bunks 13 is back on the music scene with his latest single Party produced by Rico. The track continues the artist's streak of energetic releases that get fans moving and clubs buzzing. Known for previous hits like Zange, More, Sampolo and Dear God, Simon Bunks has built a reputation for delivering feel-good The post Dancehall artiste Simon Bunks 13 drops new banger dubbed "Party" first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sportsOceanUganda Fri, 23 Jan 2026 02:23:00
Villa seek table summit in tricky away test against BUL
SC Villa travel to the Fufa Technical Centre in Njeru on Friday, January 23, 2026, to face BUL FC in a Uganda Premier League encounter that could see the Jogoos climb to the top of the table. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:00pm, and it will be the only league fixture played on Friday. Villa head
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@matookerepublic Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:02:58
Winnie Nwagi opens up on how age and motherhood have reshaped her view of success
Swangz Avenue star Winnie Nwagi says she has entered a new chapter of life—one guided less by impulse and more by purpose. Speaking in a recent interview, the singer revealed that growing older and becoming a mother has reshaped how she views success. At 36, Nwagi says the thrill of fame and nonstop fun now The post Winnie Nwagi opens up on how age and motherhood have reshaped her view of success first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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