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@uplandMedia Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:00:09
Tooro Prime Minister defends concealing King Oyo's health information
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister Calvin Armstrong Rwomire has defended his decision not to publicly inform top officials in the Kingdom that King Oyo was out of the country for treatment. He had originally stated that late Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV was abroad for studies. Rwomire has, however, … The post Tooro Prime Minister defends concealing King Oyo's health information appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:00:10
Pearl Magic to broadcast Miss World 2026 Finale Live
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandan audiences will have a front-row seat to the world's biggest beauty pageant competition this Saturday as Pearl Magic exclusively broadcasts the Miss World 2026 competition in Uganda at 3:00 p.m. Taking place in Vietnam, this year's competition brings together contestants from across the world for an exciting showcase … The post Pearl Magic to broadcast Miss World 2026 Finale Live appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:30:53
King Saha fires back at Bebe Cool over concert comparisons
King Saha has taken a pointed swipe at veteran musician Bebe Cool, drawing a sharp distinction between their respective concerts while questioning whether every event should be judged by the same standards. Speaking to Crysto Panda, King Saha argued that Bebe Cool's event and his own concert were fundamentally different, particularly when it came to The post King Saha fires back at Bebe Cool over concert comparisons first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:33:52
Dread Lazer Turn Up: FOMO and hype as performer line-up is unveiled
Linus Tattoo Studio was buzzing with excitement and pumping with music as some of Kampala's top DJs and artists were unveiled for the second edition of Dread Lazer Turn Up, set for tomorrow, September 4, at Kati Kati Grounds. The performer line-up was revealed at Linus Tattoo Studio in Bukoto recently during a lit pre-game The post Dread Lazer Turn Up: FOMO and hype as performer line-up is unveiled first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:45:33
Fashion, music to headline JRS Uganda Open Days
Fashion, African cuisine, arts, crafts and cultural performances will take centre stage as refugees and members of their host communities gather for the inaugural Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Uganda Open Days in Kampala. Scheduled for September 25 and 26, 2026, the two-day event will transform the JRS offices on St Augustine Road in Nsambya into The post Fashion, music to headline JRS Uganda Open Days first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:49:15
Golden era prom, where three generations will meet on one dance floor
What if you could go back to your school days, put on the outfit you always wished you had worn to prom, reunite with your generation and dance the night away without actually being a student? That is the nostalgia behind the Golden Era Prom 2026, a new adult-themed celebration designed to bring together three The post Golden era prom, where three generations will meet on one dance floor first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:53:56
Ssuna Ben, Spice Diana to headline World Tourism Day celebrations in Mbale
Ugandan entertainers Ssuna Ben, Spice Diana, Fik Fameica and Ykee Benda are set to headline the national celebrations for World Tourism Day 2026, which will be held in Mbale City on September 27. The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities announced the entertainment line-up as preparations gather pace for the celebrations, which will combine tourism, The post Ssuna Ben, Spice Diana to headline World Tourism Day celebrations in Mbale first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:54:00
Calabash Spa unveils weekly wellness offers for Speke Resort and Speke Apartments guests
Guests staying at Speke Resort Munyonyo and Speke Apartments Wampewo can now enjoy a series of special spa deals under a new weekly promotion by Calabash Spa. The promotion offers guests an opportunity to relax, recharge and enjoy a range of wellness treatments at reduced prices or with added complimentary services. The weekly offers include The post Calabash Spa unveils weekly wellness offers for Speke Resort and Speke Apartments guests first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:38:00
Rugumayo, Olapade deadlocked at Johnnie Walker Uganda Professionals Open halfway mark
Uganda's Ronald Rugumayo and Nigeria's Sunday Olapade are locked at the top of the leaderboard after two rounds of the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Professionals Open at Uganda Golf Club. Rugumayo, who led after Wednesday's opening round, carded a one-over 70 on Thursday to reach five-under-par 139 for the championship. He was joined at the The post Rugumayo, Olapade deadlocked at Johnnie Walker Uganda Professionals Open halfway mark first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:34:26
Rickman scores on Express debut as he and his girlfriend, Gia Nina steal the spotlight in Kampala Derby
Musician-turned-footballer Rickman and his girlfriend, popular TikTok dancer and influencer Gia Nina, stole the spotlight on Thursday evening as Express FC defeated rivals KCCA FC in the Kampala derby at Hamz Stadium. It was a memorable night for Rickman, who marked his competitive debut for Express by scoring as the Red Eagles secured a 2-0 The post Rickman scores on Express debut as he and his girlfriend, Gia Nina steal the spotlight in Kampala Derby first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:06:40
King Oyo: Here's How the nine days of mourning and funeral will unfold
The body of the late Tooro King, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, is expected to return to Uganda this morning, September 4, 2026, setting in motion nine days of mourning and funeral rites before his burial on September 12. The King, who died in the United States on August 27 at the age of The post King Oyo: Here's How the nine days of mourning and funeral will unfold first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:07
Museveni pays Oyo's medical, repatriation costs
Kampala, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Museveni paid the medical and repatriation costs for the remains of the late Omukama of Tooro, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, from the United States to Uganda. The Minister for the Presidency, Milly Babalanda, told Parliament on Thursday that the President provided the resources for the medical … The post Museveni pays Oyo's medical, repatriation costs appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:07
STILL SHINING: Uganda Waragi lauds Racheal Magoola's timeless legacy
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Legendary Afro-fusion superstar Racheal Magoola has got the full support of Uganda's iconic Spirit as she prepares to celebrate six decades of life and four decades of binding music. The announcement was made Thursday during an official courtesy visit by Racheal Magoola and her team to the Uganda … The post STILL SHINING: Uganda Waragi lauds Racheal Magoola's timeless legacy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:00:11
Lujja, Moore sink hole-in-ones on day of drama, Nigerian Olapade level with Mayo
T1 ???????? Sunday Olapade 72 67 139 T1 ???????? Ronald Rugumayo 69 70 139 3 ???????? Phillip Kasozi 71 69 140 T4 ???????? Dismas Indiza 72 69 141 T4 ???????? Samuel Kato 71 70 141 T6 ???????? Nuru Mollel 71 71 142 T6 ???????? Rodell Gaita 70 72 142 Kampala, Uganda | UGU … The post Lujja, Moore sink hole-in-ones on day of drama, Nigerian Olapade level with Mayo appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:00:11
Wakiso Dance Kids revive Kakalabanda tale in new dance theatre show
✳️ National Theatre Kampala Show 1 September 9 ✳️ Kavumba Recreation Centre Wakiso Show 2 September 12 Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A piece of central Uganda's boarding-school folklore is being turned into dance. Batalo East and the Wakiso Dance Kids are staging Kakalabanda, a 60-minute dance theatre production drawn from the old tale … The post Wakiso Dance Kids revive Kakalabanda tale in new dance theatre show appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:13:00
Uganda Waragi celebrates Racheal Magoola's 40-year musical legacy
Uganda's iconic Spirit is joining forces with legendary Afro-fusion superstar Racheal Magoola to celebrate six decades of life and four decades of binding music. The announcement was made today during an official courtesy visit by Racheal Magoola and her team to the Uganda Breweries Limited headquarters in Luzira. Magoola's Still Shining show is set for The post Uganda Waragi celebrates Racheal Magoola's 40-year musical legacy first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:23:46
Refugee talent to take centre stage at Nsambya exhibition
Refugees and members of their host communities will display businesses, creative products and vocational skills at a public exhibition in Kampala later this month. The two-day event, organised by the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Uganda, will be held on September 25 and 26, 2026, at the organisation's offices on St Augustine Road in Nsambya. Organised The post Refugee talent to take centre stage at Nsambya exhibition first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:00:29
It is turning into Rugumayo versus Nigeria's Sunday Olapade
Nigeria's Sunday Olapade and Rugumayo share lead at Johnnie Walker Uganda Pro Open T1 ???????? Sunday Olapade 72 67 139 T1 ???????? Ronald Rugumayo 69 70 139 3 ???????? Phillip Kasozi 71 69 140 T4 ???????? Dismas Indiza 72 69 141 T4 ???????? Samuel Kato 71 70 141 T6 ???????? Nuru Mollel 71 … The post It is turning into Rugumayo versus Nigeria's Sunday Olapade appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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