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@matookerepublic Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:22:08
What you should expect at the Guinness Matchday on Tour in Mukono this Sunday
For many Premier League fans in Uganda, blockbuster matches, especially Super Sunday clashes, are best experienced together with fellow football lovers. Traditionally, local fans have flocked to 'kafundas' and other small spaces to watch the beautiful game, often missing out on the full atmosphere of a live match. This Sunday, March 1st, the Guinness Matchday The post What you should expect at the Guinness Matchday on Tour in Mukono this Sunday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:28:53
Captain Morgan Muck Pit Melon Splash; a new flavorful rum hits the Ugandan market
Captain Morgan rum has introduced a new Captain Morgan variant called Morgan Muck Pit Melon Splash whose unique flavor profile will expand its offering to cater for new occasions and evolving consumer trends. The new Captain Morgan Muck Pit is a blend of the Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold, combined with ripe honeydew, and watermelon The post Captain Morgan Muck Pit Melon Splash; a new flavorful rum hits the Ugandan market first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:30:07
Redemption, rebrands and rivalries ignite Cricket Uganda's 2026 50-Over League opener
The 2026 Cricket Uganda Men's 50-Over League begins this weekend with anticipation building across the Gold, Silver, and Bronze categories. After months of preparation, transfers, and structural shifts, clubs now turn their focus to the field, where new identities will be tested and old ambitions revived. Matchday One arrives heavy with narrative. Relegated sides are
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@matookerepublic Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:56:07
OPINION: 'Is his money, our money?'
One question has dominated social media and daily conversations in Uganda for the longest time; 'Is his money, our money?' What began as a debate about daily spending and traditional gender roles has shifted to financial security. For generations, the financial script was simple, men provided, women nurtured. A man's income paid the bills, secured The post OPINION: 'Is his money, our money?' first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:24:46
Developing Immunity in Children Under 5 Years
By Dr. Mary Nabatanzi, Paediatric Specialist at UMC Victoria Hospital The first five years of life are critical for building a strong immune system that protects a child from infections and disease. Introduction Children under five are more vulnerable to infections because their immune systems are still developing. Frequent colds, coughs, fevers, and stomach upsets The post Developing Immunity in Children Under 5 Years first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:59:20
Winnie wa Mummy confident her music career can thrive beyond TikTok
For a while, Winnie wa Mummy, born Winnie Nakafeero, has been christened the "TikTok artist," a label born from her explosive rise on TikTok, where her comedic skits and dance videos first earned her a loyal audience. But today, the Ugandan content creator turned musician insists her artistry has grown far beyond the algorithm that The post Winnie wa Mummy confident her music career can thrive beyond TikTok first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:16:45
Johnnie Walker Uganda Sets the Stage for the First-Ever Afro Exchange Takeover
After igniting the creative scene with the landmark Afro Exchange Creative Summit late last year, Johnnie Walker Uganda is officially set to take Afro Exchange to the next level with its first-ever Afro Exchange Takeover, slated for Sunday, April 12th. The takeover marks the evolution of Afro Exchange from a powerful creative summit into a The post Johnnie Walker Uganda Sets the Stage for the First-Ever Afro Exchange Takeover first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:41:58
FUFA's Ronnie Kalema to benchmark FIFA World Cup 2026 operations in the USA as Uganda gears up for AFCON
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has announced that Executive Committee Member Ronnie Kalema will participate in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) in the United States, a high-level benchmarking initiative focused on organizing mega sporting events and FIFA World Cup 2026 venues. Running from February 28 to March 22, 2026, the programme, themed
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@matookerepublic Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:08:50
Café Javas ordered to pay a customer Shs2 million for sending unsolicited marketing SMS
Kenya's data protection regulator has ordered Café Javas to pay compensation to a customer who received marketing messages without giving permission. The decision was made by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner after a complaint from Steve Onwonga Omwenga. He said the restaurant began sending him promotional SMS alerts in September 2025 even though The post Café Javas ordered to pay a customer Shs2 million for sending unsolicited marketing SMS first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:46:30
Kasuku to jazz with Museveni again
Content creator Isaac Katende, commonly known as Kasuku, is preparing for another chat with President Yoweri Museveni after his first appearance on Jazz with Jajja drew wide attention online. Kasuku first featured on the president's digital talk show on January 4. During that interview, Kasuku asked clear and direct questions about jobs for young people, The post Kasuku to jazz with Museveni again first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:09:30
Kasuku – Museveni second face-off
When Isaac Katende, popularly known as Kasuku, first took a seat on President Yoweri Museveni's "Jazz with Jajja" show on January 4, few expected the conversation to ripple as widely as it did. The former Dembe FM presenter did not tiptoe around power. In a digital space often accused of trading depth for clicks, Kasuku The post Kasuku – Museveni second face-off first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:48:41
Doreen Nasasira continues to draw admirers
In an industry where attention shifts as quickly as trending hashtags, media personality Doreen Nasasira has managed to remain a constant headline. The KFM presenter is not just commanding airwaves; she is commanding hearts, and suitors are lining up publicly. Over the years, public figures have openly declared admiration for Nasasira. From outspoken events promoter The post Doreen Nasasira continues to draw admirers first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:00:53
SONG REVIEW: Navio and Flex D'Paper drop danceable track "Amnesia"
Ugandan hip hop star Navio teams up with rapper Flex D'Paper on "Amnesia," a high-energy track built for the club and late-night playlists. From the first beat, the song feels lively and nostalgic. It mixes an old-school hip hop groove with a modern Afro-dancehall rhythm, creating a sound that is easy to dance to and The post SONG REVIEW: Navio and Flex D'Paper drop danceable track "Amnesia" first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:28:14
Beaten, Abandoned, Then Charged: The Ordeal of Fredrick Namara Karuhanga Under the Shadow of UPDF's Major Mark Wanyama
For days, Fredrick Namara Karuhanga lay unconscious after a brutal assault that nearly claimed his life in March 2023. Severely beaten, abandoned along the lakeshores of Mbeya Island in Mukono District, and stripped of his property, Namara survived only after marine soldiers intervened and rushed him for medical attention. He later opened a criminal case, now under court file 1324/2024, seeking justice for attempted murder, aggravated robbery, and assault. But in a twist that has shocked residents in Mukono and raised serious legal questions, Namara himself was arrested on February 10 this year in connection with a matter he insists
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@sqoop Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:19:01
Big Eye calls out 'no pay, no play' culture
Ugandan artist Big Eye has stirred fresh conversation in the music industry after weighing in on the long-standing culture of tipping radio presenters, music directors, and DJs. The singer says he has no problem with artists appreciating media personalities who support their music. In fact, he believes gratitude, even in the form of a tip, The post Big Eye calls out 'no pay, no play' culture first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:20:56
How a Shs 800,000 Lifeline From Finca Kept Ayilo Women's Businesses Alive
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- When one member of the Anyawi Amami Business Group quietly left Ayilo 1 Refugee Settlement for Juba, South Sudan, she left behind more than memories. She left a loan balance of Shs 800,000 -- and six anxious group members wondering whether years of hard work were about to crumble.
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@allafrica Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:26:50
Nsibambi Says 80 Political Prisoners Set to Be Freed Following Talks With Museveni
[Nile Post] Yusuf Nsibambi, the outgoing Member of Parliament for Mawokota South, revealed that about 80 political prisoners are expected to be released in the coming days following direct talks with what he described as "the Executive."
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@allafrica Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:28:05
Mob in Kazo Critically Injures Suspected Shoplifter
[Nile Post] Residents of Kazo village in Nansana Municipality descended on a suspected thief, leaving him critically injured after he was allegedly caught stealing merchandise from a local supermarket.
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@allafrica Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:28:43
You Build a Mansion but Traffic Raised Your Children
[Nile Post] There is a quiet irony playing out across Kampala and its outskirts, and many of us are too busy sitting in traffic to notice it. People work relentlessly. They grind. They sacrifice. They build magnificent houses in Kampala outskirts. Massive gates. Tall perimeter walls. Marble floors. Backup generators. Solar panels. The works.
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