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@allafrica Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:59:13
Unpredictable Rains, Landslides, Droughts in Uganda
[Independent (Kampala)] Comment -- When daily news reports on the impact of yet another disruptive flood in Kampala, or the rising cost of matooke due to prolonged droughts, it raises public concern and frustration. Yet the effects of climate change, such as severe floods, droughts, landslides, and cyclones, are a reality in countries across eastern Africa, and Uganda is no exception. The recently launched Uganda Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR), prepared by the World Bank Group in concert with the government and other actors
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@allafrica Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:59:16
President Ruto Announces SGR Extension to Kampala, Rwanda and DR Congo to Begin in Early 2026
[Capital FM] Kampala, Uganda -- President William Ruto has announced that construction of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) extension from Naivasha to Kampala -- and onwards to Rwanda and the border of the Democratic Republic of Congo -- will begin early next year.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:56:00
Guinness Matchday Truck to bring Premier League action to SMACK League this Sunday
This Sunday, November 23, 2025, the SMACK League fans get more than just thrilling local fixtures, as the Guinness Matchday Truck is set to transform the IUEA Sports Ground in Kansanga, Kampala, into the ultimate Premier League hub. Fans can watch live Premier League action on the big screens, featuring the highly anticipated clashes: Arsenal […] The post Guinness Matchday Truck to bring Premier League action to SMACK League this Sunday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Sun, 23 Nov 2025 07:32:21
King Saha shuts down Cricket Oval… Again!
King Saha is officially in his own league. The singer has made Lugogo Cricket Oval his home turf after pulling off a second fully-packed concert at the same venue within a single year. His first showdown was in January. Ten months later, he returned — same venue, same energy, same madness and the fans showed […] The post King Saha shuts down Cricket Oval… Again! first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sat, 22 Nov 2025 02:43:51
Guinness Matchday Truck to bring Premier League action to SMACK League this Sunday
This Sunday, November 23, 2025, the SMACK League fans get more than just thrilling local fixtures, as the Guinness Matchday Truck is set to transform the IUEA Sports Ground in Kansanga, Kampala, into the ultimate Premier League hub. Fans can watch live Premier League action on the big screens, featuring the highly anticipated clashes: Arsenal […]
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:07:24
Uganda Targets 1,000 Electric Coach Orders As Grand Trans-Africa Expedition Showcases Made-in-Uganda Innovation
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Uganda has set its sights on securing orders for at least 1,000 electric coaches during the Made in Uganda Grand Trans-Africa Electric Expedition, a milestone 30-day journey covering more than 13,000 kilometres across Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Botswana, Eswatini, and South Africa, government officials said in Kampala today.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:14:11
Museveni Initiates a Fresh Support Drive for Fishing Communities
[Nile Post] President Museveni has dispatched a special team from State House to spearhead an economic empowerment initiative aimed at revitalising livelihoods in fishing communities across the Busoga sub-region.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:14:15
Busoga Vote in 2026 Hinges On Livelihood Strains, Sugarcane Politics and NRM Internal Friction
[Nile Post] The Busoga sub-region, once the undisputed stronghold of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), is emerging as one of the most competitive regions ahead of the 2026 general elections.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:14:16
Poor Roads Expected to Shape Voting Patterns in Jinja City Ahead of 2026 Polls
[Nile Post] The deteriorating state of roads in Jinja City is emerging as a major factor likely to shape how residents will vote in the forthcoming 2026 general elections, with many candidates turning the issue into a core campaign message.
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@allafrica Fri, 21 Nov 2025 03:37:35
Nita-U Drives Digital Transformation With New Government Service Integration Platform
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The National Information Technology Authority (NITA-U) has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming how the Ugandan government interacts with its citizens.
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@sqoop Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:03:42
Inside the spirit of Nyege Nyege: Where music meets mystery
Nyege Nyege is undoubtedly a place where the unexpected happens, and its 10th-anniversary edition is no different. As I wandered through the cultural marketplace in the heart of the festival, I had a chance encounter with a group of traditional healers who were as mysterious as they were intriguing. Seated barefoot in front of a […] The post Inside the spirit of Nyege Nyege: Where music meets mystery first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:39:52
Kabira Country Club hosts inaugural All-Africa Squash Championship
Top squash talent from across Africa has converged on Kampala for the inaugural Squash Federation of Africa (SFA) All Africa Seniors Championship, taking place from 17 to 22 November. The week-long event, organised by the SFA and hosted by the Uganda Squash Rackets Association with support from the National Council of Sports, features both individual […] The post Kabira Country Club hosts inaugural All-Africa Squash Championship first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:31:34
Speke Resort Convention Centre Spotlighted as Uganda Exhibits at IBTM in Barcelona
Uganda made a confident and high-impact return to the international MICE arena at IBTM World 2025, and at the centre of its story was one star attraction: the Speke Resort Munyonyo Convention Centre. The global trade show, held from November 18–20 at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona, became the stage where Uganda reintroduced its upgraded […] The post Speke Resort Convention Centre Spotlighted as Uganda Exhibits at IBTM in Barcelona first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:54:27
NBA returns to SuperSport platforms
MultiChoice, a CANAL+ company, has announced the return of the National Basketball Association (NBA) to SuperSport and its first appearance on Showmax Premier League platforms. For the first time since the 2015-16 season, SuperSport channels will once again carry live NBA games, marking a significant step as the sport’s popularity continues its massive growth trajectory across Africa. This is a celebration […] The post NBA returns to SuperSport platforms first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 21 Nov 2025 03:59:02
Uganda Cranes fall to 85th despite leading East Africa in FIFA Rankings
Uganda Cranes have slipped two places in the latest FIFA World Ranking, dropping from 83rd in October to 85th following the recent international break. The national team recorded mixed results in their two friendlies—beating Chad 2–1 before suffering a heavy 4–0 defeat to Morocco. Despite the slide, Uganda remain the highest-ranked side in East Africa. […] The post Uganda Cranes fall to 85th despite leading East Africa in FIFA Rankings first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:29:08
Uganda tests home-built electric bus on 13,000km Trans-Africa Expedition
Uganda has unveiled the Made in Uganda Grand Trans-Africa Electric Expedition, an ambitious 30-day journey that will stretch more than 13,000 kilometres and cut across six countries: Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Botswana, Eswatini and South Africa. At the centre of the expedition is the Kayoola Electric Coach 13M (Model 2025), a long-distance electric bus built by […] The post Uganda tests home-built electric bus on 13,000km Trans-Africa Expedition first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:47:21
Kigezi leaders argue government to regulate campaign spending
In a bid to promote better service delivery and reduce corruption, opinion leaders in Kigezi subregion are calling on the government to control the amount of money spent during election campaigns. The call was made during a regional dialogue on elections and human rights organized by the Uganda Human Rights Commission at Volcano Hotel in Rubanda district on Thursday. The executive director of Kick Corruption of Uganda, Byamugisha Robert Kakuru, highlighted the dangers of money in elections, stating that excessive spending by politicians could compromise service delivery. “Government should come in to regulate this spending. Why pour in all that […]
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@allafrica Wed, 19 Nov 2025 23:09:39
Museveni Endorses Visa-Free Africa Bid, Boosting Continental Tourism Campaign
[Nile Post] Momentum toward a borderless African travel experience has accelerated after the Trans-Africa Tourism & Unity Campaign secured major backing from President Museveni during a high-level engagement at the Mayuge State Lodge.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:44:46
Uganda, Kenya Ramp Up SGR Land Acquisition After Harmonising Standards
[Nile Post] Uganda and Kenya have agreed on a series of technical and policy positions to ensure a seamless Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) system connecting the two countries, following a three-day bilateral meeting on "SGR interoperability/technical harmonisation" held from November 12-14, 2025.
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