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.

Uganda International Fashion Week Opens with a Push to Turn Talents into Jobs

Uganda's fashion industry is being challenged to move beyond creativity and the runway to become a stronger engine for business, employment and economic opportunity for young people today. This was the central message as the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW)- 2026 was officially opened yesterday, on August 31, at the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) Multipurpose The post Uganda International Fashion Week Opens with a Push to Turn Talents into Jobs first appeared on Matooke Republic.

How Vurra Secondary School is building for a growing future

In the heart of West Nile, Vurra Secondary School is growing faster than its infrastructure can keep up. More students are seeking admission, but classrooms and accommodation are becoming increasingly stretched. For the school's leadership, the challenge is no longer simply about attracting learners. It is about creating enough space to accommodate them and giving The post How Vurra Secondary School is building for a growing future first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Stella Nante bows out of NTV's Mwasuze Mutya after two years

Television viewers tuning in to NTV Uganda's Mwasuze Mutya will no longer be seeing Stella Nante on the popular morning show. The television host has announced her departure from Nation Media Group, ending a two-year journey that saw her become one of the familiar faces waking up Ugandans every morning. Nante confirmed her exit on The post Stella Nante bows out of NTV's Mwasuze Mutya after two years first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Old School Picnic Turns One, Proving Good Music Never Gets Old

By midday on Sunday, the gardens of Sheraton Kampala Hotel were already beginning to look less like a hotel garden and more like a giant Sunday living room. People walked through the gates carrying mats, ready to claim their little patches of grass, while others arrived in groups, dressed for an afternoon of music, food, The post Old School Picnic Turns One, Proving Good Music Never Gets Old first appeared on Matooke Republic.

V&A Sherry joins Lydia Jazmine For 'The One And Only' Concert

Lydia Jazmine was midway through rehearsing at Eno Beats Studio in Makindye today, September 2, 2026, when the music stopped, and VA Sherry Brand Manager Roy Ronald Tumwizere ambushed her with an unexpected rendition of her song, 'Cherie'. The light-hearted moment, which caught the singer by surprise, became the announcement of VA Sherry's partnership with The post V&A Sherry joins Lydia Jazmine For 'The One And Only' Concert first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Kiboga Prison Warder sentenced to death over murder of four people

High Court has sentenced prison warder Moses Anguyo to death after finding him guilty of murdering four people, including two public servants and a one-and-a-half-year-old child. The sentence was handed down after Anguyo was convicted on four counts of murder. In addition to the death sentence, the court imposed further penalties on Anguyo for other The post Kiboga Prison Warder sentenced to death over murder of four people first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Uganda name new-look Cricket Cranes squad for ILT20 Continental Cup title defence

Uganda have unveiled a youthful, new-look Cricket Cranes squad as the two-time champions prepare to defend their ILT20 Continental Cup title in Kigali, Rwanda, from September 1–13. The squad combines established international players with emerging talent as Uganda look to retain the continental crown while building towards the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional

European football giants headline packed SuperSport schedule

SuperSport on DStv and GOtv presents the best football in the world, with cracking action from the Premier League, Ligue 1, La Liga and Serie A lighting up your screens from Tuesday 25 to Monday 31 August. European football takes centre stage this week with a packed schedule across La Liga, the Premier League, Serie

Kasozi sets early pace with 68 as Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open enters day two

Joseph Kasozi produced a confident opening round on Tuesday, August 25, to take a one-shot lead at the Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open at Uganda Golf Club. The national team player carded a four-under-par 68 on the opening day, setting the pace with six birdies on the first, fifth, eighth, 10th, 14th and 15th holes.

Zambia's Chalwe fires bogey-free round to take Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open lead on Day 2

Zambian golfer Gilbert Chalwe produced the round of the tournament so far, firing a bogey-free seven-under-par 65 to seize the lead during day two of the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open on Wednesday, August 26 at Uganda Golf Club. Chalwe was in complete control throughout his round on the par-72 course, rolling in seven

Zambia's Dominic Musonda six shots clear as Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open reaches climax

Zambia's Dominic Musonda tightened his grip on the Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open on Thursday, producing a commanding display at Uganda Golf Club, Kitante, to move six strokes clear of his nearest challenger, compatriot Gilbert Chalwe, who was day two leader. Musonda heads into Friday's final round firmly in the driving seat, with the title

Zambia's Musonda dominates field to win the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open title

Dominic Musonda completed his Uganda Open redemption on Friday, August 28, turning last year's runner up finish into victory, after a brilliant third round propelled him to the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Amateur Championship, at Uganda Golf Club. The Zambian from Nkana Golf Club, carded rounds of 72, 68, 64 and 75 to finish

NEC stun KCCA in Uganda Premier League opening weekend

NEC FC made a strong statement on the opening weekend of the 2026/27 StarTimes Uganda Premier League season after defeating KCCA FC 2-0 at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo, on Saturday. Richard Basangwa gave NEC FC an early lead before Pius Obuya sealed the victory with a late strike, leaving KCCA FC to rue missed

Kawempe Muslim Ladies break new ground for Uganda on African stage

Kigali was the setting for a moment Ugandan women's football will remember for years to come. On Monday night, Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC made history, becoming the first Ugandan club to qualify for the CAF Women's Champions League after edging Kenya Police Bullets 1-0 in a tense final of the CAF Women's Champions League CECAFA

Johnnie Walker Afro Exchange adds flavour to Uganda Amateur Open's 19th hole experience

The five-day Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open found a different rhythm away from the golf course, as the event's 19th hole experience, held on Saturday, August 29, at Uganda Golf Club, turned into an Afro Exchange of music, fashion, food and fellowship. With the main competition concluded a day earlier, golfers and guests gathered for

‎Four lady golfers add fresh dimension as the Johnnie Walker Uganda Professionals Open Tess off this Wednesday

‎‎Tanzania's Angel Eaton is set to make a return to the Uganda Golf Club tomorrow- Wednesday, September 2, joining three leading Ugandan female professionals, for the tee off of the Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open.‎‎The tournament, running up to Saturday, September 5, has attracted a strong professional field, that will be competing for a

MP Calls for Clear Boundary Definition for Kidepo Park as Wildlife Invades Kitgum Farms

Algeria president seeks death penalty for arsonists after deadly forest fires

President Abdelmadjid Tebboune says he is not ruling out foul play after 100 wildfires were recorded.

MTN Uganda expands cashless payments as EBus Xpress adds three Kira routes

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda is expanding cashless payment and internet connectivity services on EBus Xpress as the electric-bus operator adds three new routes serving commuters in Kira Municipality. The new routes, which started operating on August 28, connect Ntinda to Nakwero through Najjera, Kira, Kitukutwe and Kiwologoma; Ntinda to Sonde through … The post MTN Uganda expands cashless payments as EBus Xpress adds three Kira routes appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.