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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:08:24
Chaapa League returns for season 11 with expanded lineup
The Chaapa League, powered by Guinness, is back for Season 11, promising a bigger and more vibrant experience for all the Mbarara High School alumni and their supporters.The new season was launched on Tuesday, February 24, at Kati Kati Restaurant in Lugogo, Kampala, by its key stakeholders.After a five-month off-season, the campaign is set to
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:13:00
World Bartender Day: A toast to the hands behind the toast
There is a lot that goes into crafting a well-designed cocktail: the balance of sugars and juices, the careful garnish, the right glassware. But what truly defines a drink, especially a signature creation, is the spirit at its core. And that is where bartenders come in. Behind every memorable cocktail stands a professional whose choice The post World Bartender Day: A toast to the hands behind the toast first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:33:05
Uncertainty As Besigye, Lutale Return to Court On Treason Charges
[Nile Post] Veteran opposition figure Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Hajj Obed Lutale are expected to return to court today, February 24, 2026, to face treason charges, a month after the case was adjourned.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:36:02
Court awards Shs190m to man kept on ARVs for seven years after wrong HIV diagnosis
The High Court in Jinja has awarded Shs190 million in compensation to John Wataka after finding that The Aids Support Organisation (Taso) wrongly diagnosed him as HIV-positive and kept him on antiretroviral drugs for seven years. In a ruling delivered by Justice Joanita Bushara, the court concluded that Wataka was negligently tested at Taso's Jinja The post Court awards Shs190m to man kept on ARVs for seven years after wrong HIV diagnosis first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:40:24
Women Elite League new season set to kick off this weekend
The 2025/2026 season of the Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Elite League will officially kick off this Saturday, February 28, 2026, with matches played simultaneously across various parts of Uganda. Last season's competition was won by St Noa Girls FC, who earned promotion to the Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League following an impressive
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:20:14
Minister Mao officially declares bid for Speaker of the 12th Parliament
Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister Norbert Mao has officially declared his candidacy for Speaker of the 12th Parliament. Speaking to the media this morning at the Democratic Party headquarters in Kampala, Mao noted that the initial consultation phase had successfully concluded, and he had resolved to contest the position against the incumbent Speaker, Anita Among. The post Minister Mao officially declares bid for Speaker of the 12th Parliament first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:56:13
Resurfaced Gen Saleh clip sparks debate, Toniks cautions against generalising musicians
Musician Allan Toniks has publicly appealed to Gen Salim Saleh, urging the decorated general to reconsider what he describes as a sweeping judgment against the country's musicians. Toniks' plea followed the resurfacing of an old video clip of Gen Saleh, the Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation, in which he expressed visible frustration with artists. The post Resurfaced Gen Saleh clip sparks debate, Toniks cautions against generalising musicians first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@theScribeUganda Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:05:16
Makerere University Kicks Off 76th Graduation Ceremony in 2026
Makerere University officially launched its 76th Graduation Ceremony Today, February 24th, 2026, at the university's iconic Freedom Square. The four-day event marks a significant milestone in the institution's long-standing history of academic achievement and excellence. The ceremony began with students from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, College of Computing and Information Sciences, College of Education and External Studies, and the School of Law taking to the stage to receive their degrees. A total of 16,795 students are set to graduate this year, including 213 PhDs, 2,503 Masters degrees, 206 Postgraduate Diplomas, 6,343 Undergraduate Degrees, and 30 Undergraduate Diplomas.
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@theScribeUganda Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:52:13
Alumni Rejections and Protests: A New Trend in Ugandan Schools
Kampala, Uganda: In recent years, Uganda has witnessed a rising trend of old boys and girls protesting against school headteachers and management. What was once considered an internal matter has now become a notable feature of the countrys educational landscape, sparking debates about governance, accountability, and alumni influence. Across various prominent schools, alumni associations are increasingly vocal, demanding transparency, good governance, and effective leadership from school administrators. Some protests have led to the outright rejection or removal of head teachers, highlighting a shift in how former students view their role in shaping the future of their alma maters. Why
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@theScribeUganda Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:14:58
Uganda Media to Boost Coverage on Standards and Consumer Safety through New Capacity-Building Initiative
Uganda's media sector has a unique opportunity to boost its coverage of standards, quality infrastructure, and consumer safety through a new capacity-building initiative. Ultimate Multimedia Consult (UMC), in partnership with the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has announced a call for applications for a comprehensive media training scheduled for early March 2026. The training is supported by TradeMark Africa (TMA). The training aims to equip journalists, editors, digital content creators, and social media influencers with practical knowledge on critical topics such as product certification, compliance, fair trade, and consumer protection. As Uganda increasingly engages in regional, continental, and international
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:21:13
Kashushu: The Digital Visionary set to headline the Guinness Smooth Creators Lab this Friday
At the heart of Kampala's fast-evolving creative culture, the Guinness Smooth Creators Lab continues to position itself as more than just an event series; it is becoming a living ecosystem where talent, culture, and opportunity intersect. This Friday, the platform boldly steps into the digital future with its Digital Art Edition, and at the centre The post Kashushu: The Digital Visionary set to headline the Guinness Smooth Creators Lab this Friday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:39:30
From Miss Uganda crown to guild race? Hannah Karema eyes Makerere presidency
From the glittering Miss Uganda stage to the charged atmosphere of campus politics, Hannah Karema may be preparing for her boldest spotlight yet. The former Miss Uganda 2023/24 queen is considering a run for the 92nd Guild Presidency at Makerere University. If she formally enters the race and clinches victory, Karema would succeed the current The post From Miss Uganda crown to guild race? Hannah Karema eyes Makerere presidency first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:44:33
FIFA wants injured players to stay off for one minute to curb time-wasting
Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) is pushing for a new rule that would require injured players to stay off the pitch for one minute after receiving medical treatment, in a move aimed at cutting time-wasting and keeping matches flowing. The proposal will be tabled at the upcoming annual meeting of the International Football Association The post FIFA wants injured players to stay off for one minute to curb time-wasting first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:25:51
Tension Mounts in Nsowe Forest As Investors Clash With Pastoralists
[Nile Post] Tension is escalating in Nsowe Central Forest Reserve following violent clashes between licensed tree-planting investors and groups of pastoralists accused of illegally occupying government forest land.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:27:01
Why School Fees Shouldn't Be a National Crisis
[Nile Post] Three times a year, Uganda rehearses the same distressing ritual: long queues outside bursars' offices, whispered negotiations for "one more week," and children sent home over partial payments. EDUCATION, our most reliable ladder out of poverty, turns into a termly liquidity crisis.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:48:41
Don't Ruin Your Retirement Over School Fees, Mayiga Warns Parents
[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has cautioned parents against sacrificing their long-term financial security to enroll their children in "Ivy League" schools, warning that no level of academic success can compensate for old-age financial instability.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:48:41
Museveni Sought Probe Before Besigye Prayer Mass, Says Byanyima
[Nile Post] The Executive Director of UNAIDS, Winnie Byanyima, has said President Museveni requested an investigation into the intentions behind a planned prayer Mass for detained opposition leader Kizza Besigye before it could take place.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:09:09
Uganda Tightens Grip On Governance Deals With Donors
[Nile Post] The government has barred accounting officers across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) from entering into governance-related agreements with development partners without prior approval from Cabinet, in a move set to centralise oversight of donor-funded programmes.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:06:29
Uganda launches Shs15 billion drive for first bone marrow transplant centre
Uganda has taken a major step towards treating sickle cell disease and other complex blood disorders with the launch of a national campaign to raise more than Shs15 billion for the country's first bone marrow transplant centre. The facility will be built at the Joint Clinical Research Centre headquarters in Lubowa, a move expected to The post Uganda launches Shs15 billion drive for first bone marrow transplant centre first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:53:40
High Court blocks bank from selling late Cedric Babu's Kololo home
The High Court in Kampala has temporarily stopped Kenya Commercial Bank (Uganda) Limited from selling a Kololo condominium owned by the late Cedric Ndilima Babu until a main case over the property is fully heard. In a ruling delivered on 23 February 2026, Assistant Registrar Mulondo Mastula issued an interim injunction blocking the bank, its The post High Court blocks bank from selling late Cedric Babu's Kololo home first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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