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@allafrica Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:01:39
Museveni Receives Credentials From Five New Ambassadors
[Nile Post] President Museveni has today received the Letters of Credence from five Ambassadors Designate representing the United Arab Emirates, the People's Republic of China, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the Kingdom of Sweden and the Federal Republic of Germany at State House, Entebbe.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:01:41
Museveni to Name Uganda's Crude Oil Blend
[Independent (Kampala)] Buliisa, Uganda -- President Yoweri Museveni is expected to preside over the naming of Uganda's crude oil blend during a visit to oil development projects in the Albertine Graben, as the country moves closer to commercial production.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:08:21
Boom in Agriculture and Agro-Industrialisation Drives Pearl Bank to Sh1 Trillion Loan Milestone
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Pearl Bank, whose purpose is to foster prosperity for Uganda, has announced that its loan book has crossed the sh1 trillion mark, a major milestone in the Bank's transformation and its growing role in financing Ugandan businesses, households and productive sectors of the economy.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:09:00
Uganda Airlines Recruits Pilots
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Uganda Airlines is recruiting Boeing 737 pilots as it prepares to shift from wet-leased aircraft to dry leases, a move that could cut leasing costs and give the national carrier greater control over its operations.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:14:36
Full List of African Countries Where Cars Are Made
[Vanguard] Africa's automotive industry is often associated with the assembly of cars belonging to international brands, but several African countries have also developed their own vehicle brands and manufacturing operations.
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@sqoop Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:22:20
Kid Fox feared Bebe Cool's offer was a trap
When "Busu" started putting Kid Fox's name on the Ugandan music map, the young musician received an opportunity many upcoming artists would have welcomed without hesitation. Veteran singer Bebe Cool approached him with an offer to take him under his wing and accelerate his career. But Kid Fox was not immediately convinced. At a time The post Kid Fox feared Bebe Cool's offer was a trap first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:03:02
Isaac Serukenya brings Worship Bliss to Kampala Serena
Isaac Serukenya brings Worship Bliss to Kampala SerenaKampala is set for an evening of worship, live music and celebration when singer and worship minister Isaac Serukenya takes the stage at Kampala Serena Hotel on October 10. The concert, dubbed Worship Bliss 2026, will give Serukenya's fans an opportunity to experience his music in a live The post Isaac Serukenya brings Worship Bliss to Kampala Serena first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:33:39
Stella Nante exits NTV, closes two year chapter on Mwasuze Mutya
Television host Stella Nante has announced her departure from NTV Uganda, bringing her two year stint on the popular morning show Mwasuze Mutya to an end. Nante announced her exit on Tuesday, September 1, describing the decision as the close of an important chapter in her career while hinting at new opportunities ahead. In a The post Stella Nante exits NTV, closes two year chapter on Mwasuze Mutya first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:24:16
'A Man Like Sam' brings a powerful story of inclusion home
Upasuaji International premiered its award-winning documentary A Man Like Sam at Century Cinema Acacia over the weekend, bringing to Kampala the inspiring story of Samuel Mugabi, a Ugandan man with Down Syndrome whose journey is challenging societal perceptions about intellectual disabilities. The premiere was hosted by Upasuaji International Founder and executive director Lynsay Balumuka, who The post 'A Man Like Sam' brings a powerful story of inclusion home first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:40:10
The Unforgivable film shines at the Uganda Film Festival
The Unforgivable, shone at the 2026 Uganda Film Festival (UFF) Awards, with two of its team members, Michael Wawuyo Jr. and Simon Agola, taking home individual honours. Wawuyo Jr. won Best Actor in a Feature Film, while Agola won Best Sound Design for his exceptional work on the production. The two wins cap a strong The post The Unforgivable film shines at the Uganda Film Festival first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:11:14
UIFW 2026 challenges fashion industry to turn creativity into business
Uganda's fashion industry is being challenged to look beyond the runway and position itself as a stronger driver of business, employment and Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project for young people. The call was made as the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW) 2026 officially opened on August 31 at the Uganda The post UIFW 2026 challenges fashion industry to turn creativity into business first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:27:54
GNL Zamba's 'Infinity' wins Best Local Short Film at Uganda Film Festival Awards
Ugandan rapper and filmmaker Ernest Nsimbi, popularly known as GNL Zamba, and his creative partner Miriam Tamar have added another milestone to their growing film journey after their musical film Infinity won Best Local Short Film at the 2026 Uganda Film Festival Awards. The win places Infinity among this year's standout local productions, beating a competitive field that included Mfuko The post GNL Zamba's 'Infinity' wins Best Local Short Film at Uganda Film Festival Awards first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:36:24
Grace Nakimera's 'Power of Grace' to blend nostalgia, comeback and giving back
For years, Grace Nakimera's voice has lived in the memories of Ugandans who grew up singing along to her music. Now, after spending time away from the spotlight, the celebrated songbird is preparing to reclaim the stage. Nakimera will return to live performance on Friday, September 11, at Kampala Serena Hotel for The Power of The post Grace Nakimera's 'Power of Grace' to blend nostalgia, comeback and giving back first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:03:17
Don Chris charged with 127 counts over alleged overseas jobs scam
Socialite and businessman Christian Asiimwe, alias Don Chris, has been remanded to Luzira Prison after denying 127 counts of obtaining money by false pretences in connection with an alleged overseas recruitment scam. Asiimwe appeared before City Hall Court Senior Principal Magistrate Grade One Nicholas Aisu on Tuesday, where he denied the charges. He was not The post Don Chris charged with 127 counts over alleged overseas jobs scam first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:15:17
'Music before was better' — Cindy makes her case
For years, the music industry has been fixated on what comes next. New sounds, emerging artists and evolving production styles have dominated conversations, but singer Cindy Sanyu believes audiences are slowly finding their way back to the past. According to Cindy, older music is enjoying renewed relevance as listeners rediscover the depth, writing and storytelling The post 'Music before was better' — Cindy makes her case first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:18:53
Your NIN is now going to be your TIN: What existing TIN holders and businesses need to know
Ugandans will no longer need to maintain a separate Tax Identification Number (TIN) from the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), following a government decision to adopt the National Identification Number (NIN) as the TIN for individual taxpayers. The change was announced by ICT and National Guidance Minister Justine Kasule Lumumba on Tuesday, 1 September 2026, following The post Your NIN is now going to be your TIN: What existing TIN holders and businesses need to know first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:46:00
Big Brother cancels saves, putting 15 housemates on the eviction chopping block
The pressure is back on in the Big Brother Naija house after a dramatic week that has left 15 housemates facing possible eviction. What appeared to be a settled nomination process took an unexpected turn after Big Brother cancelled the saves that had earlier been made by the housemates. The decision followed allegations that the The post Big Brother cancels saves, putting 15 housemates on the eviction chopping block first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:16:00
Miss Uganda Regionals Capped With V&A Sherry Crowning Central Beauty Queens
The regional tour to find the next queen ended over the weekend at Motiv Bugolobi, where Nalumu Shamsa was crowned Miss Uganda Central. Powered by VA Sherry, this leg of the regional tour brought together young women from the central region who chose to represent their communities, hoping to carry their hometowns name onto the The post Miss Uganda Regionals Capped With V&A Sherry Crowning Central Beauty Queens first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:03:42
The Big Meeting gives Kampala another Sunday to remember
For the last Sunday of August, Thrones Bar Lounge in Bugolobi once again became Kampala's meeting point as The Big Meeting brought together food lovers, cocktail enthusiasts and music fans for an afternoon that gradually turned into a lively party. Hosted by Lynda Ddane, the monthly Singleton experience kept its familiar do-it-yourself concept, giving The post The Big Meeting gives Kampala another Sunday to remember first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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