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@matookerepublic Sun, 16 Nov 2025 23:59:54
Azawi explains why she can never be seen at political campaign rallies
Singer Azawi has drawn a firm line between her music career and partisan politics, saying she prefers to stay neutral and will not be dragged into political mobilisation. Speaking during an interview, the Swangz Avenue star said taking sides in politics would undermine her credibility and contradict the values she wants her brand to represent. […] The post Azawi explains why she can never be seen at political campaign rallies first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Nov 2025 03:39:57
Speke Resort Munyonyo welcomes the festive season with Christmas Tree Lighting
Speke Resort Munyonyo officially kicked off the holiday season on Saturday with a charming Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony that drew families, children, and guests to an evening of warmth and celebration. The resort transformed into a festive haven, treating visitors to live choir performances, signature holiday cocktails, Christmas tree decorating, and a special movie night […] The post Speke Resort Munyonyo welcomes the festive season with Christmas Tree Lighting first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:08:05
KISOBA League: Galaxy FC crowned first-ever Invincibles as season finale delivers thrills
Galaxy FC completed a season for the ages over the weekend, becoming the first ever Invincibles in the Kitabi Seminary Old Boys Association (KISOBA) League history and celebrating their second championship in style at a vibrant Guinness-powered season finale held at Kalanoga Resort in Busabala. Galaxy, the class of 2014-19, had already sealed the title […]
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@theScribeUganda Sat, 15 Nov 2025 03:59:14
Where Power Defines Liberty: The Kizza Besigye Case
By Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe For twelve uninterrupted months, veteran opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide, Hajj Obeid Lutale, have remained in detention on treason charges whose substance has yet to be tested in open court. A full year of liberty extinguished, not by a conviction, not by a judicial finding, but by the slow, silent suffocation of due process. Uganda has witnessed the detention of political opponents before, but each repetition deepens the wound and sharpens a question that every citizen must ask: What becomes of a republic when political opponents are held indefinitely under the heavy shadow […]
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@theScribeUganda Sun, 16 Nov 2025 23:24:48
KAGENYI LUKKA: Why Museveni is the best leader of contemporary modern world
When he was asked what he likes about President Yoweri Museveni, the former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party president, Dr. Kizza Besigye said the chairman of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) thinks long term and in a strategic sense. For a man who has for over a decade opposed Museveni, these words were, in my view, candid and correct. In post-independence Uganda, we have not seen a leader who thinks long term and in a strategic sense. And when he said on 29th January, 1986, that: "Nobody should think that what is happening today is a mere change […]
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@theScribeUganda Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:16:52
PRESIDENT MUSEVENI RALLIES BUGISU NRM LEADERS TO GUARD AGAINST OPPOSITION LIES, PRIORITIZE WEALTH CREATION
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged the National Resistance Movement (NRM) leaders in Bugisu sub-region to remain steadfast, reject what he described as lies and distortions from opposition politicians, and instead champion government priorities of wealth creation, industrialization, and value addition. Speaking to 17,725 NRM leaders gathered at Mbale Secondary School grounds on Sunday, November 16, 2025, President Museveni, who is also the NRM national chairman, accused the opposition of spreading misinformation, misunderstanding national planning frameworks, and prioritizing issues such as salaries and allowances at the expense of strategic investments that stimulate long-term economic transformation. "NRM has no problem. Our […]
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@sqoop Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:02:28
Iryn Namubiru calls out schools over excessive nursery school graduation costs
As the school year winds down, several nursery schools across the country are preparing for end of year graduation ceremonies. But singer Iryn Namubiru has criticised what she calls the growing commercialisation of these events, accusing some schools of turning a simple celebration into an expensive venture for parents. Namubiru, known for hits such as […] The post Iryn Namubiru calls out schools over excessive nursery school graduation costs first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:10:09
Events promoter Biggie Events freed after week in Luzira over loan dispute
Events promoter Mariam Mutakubwa, widely known as Biggie Events, has been released from Luzira prison after spending a week on remand following a long running dispute over a loan worth Shs70 million. Biggie is said to have secured the loan from David Tumusiime Amooti, intending to inject the funds into one of her major events. […] The post Events promoter Biggie Events freed after week in Luzira over loan dispute first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:22:34
Bryan White returned to hospital as court fails to proceed over his condition
Socialite Bryan Kirumira, commonly known as Bryan White, was on Friday returned to hospital after appearing before the Makindye Chief Magistrates Court in visibly severe pain. Kirumira, who is the lead suspect in a case involving the death of 25 year old Caroline Nalubwama, was brought to court lying on a mattress with his feet […] The post Bryan White returned to hospital as court fails to proceed over his condition first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:33:47
Among Blames Technical Officers for Poor Road Maintenance Despite Government Funding
[Nile Post] The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Second National Vice Chairperson (Female), Anitah Among, has criticised technical officers in local governments for the continued poor state of district roads despite receiving funds from the central government.
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@allafrica Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:33:48
Rubongoya Prioritises Urgent Urban Reforms As He Launches Kampala Central Campaign
[Nile Post] National Unity Platform (NUP) MP aspirant David Lewis Rubongoya has officially launched his campaign for Kampala Central, setting out urgent reforms aimed at transforming urban services, expanding economic opportunities, and improving governance in the capital.
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@allafrica Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:33:48
Mafabi Urges Focus On Agriculture to Lift West Nile Out of Poverty
[Nile Post] Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate Nathan Nandala Mafabi has called for urgent government intervention in West Nile, urging authorities to prioritise agriculture as a tool for economic growth and job creation in the neglected sub-region.
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@allafrica Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:33:50
Airtel Money Partners With Juba Express to Launch Seamless Cross-Border Transfers
[Nile Post] Airtel Money has announced a landmark partnership with Juba Express, a licensed international payment service provider, to launch seamless cross-border money transfer services directly accessible via the Airtel Money wallet.
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@allafrica Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:33:51
NRM Pushes for Unity, Grassroots Mobilization in Kampala
[Nile Post] The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) is intensifying preparations for the 2026 general elections in Kampala, emphasizing reconciliation and unity among party members.
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@allafrica Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:33:51
Stanbic Bank Donates Computers Worth Shs 30m to Boost Digital Learning in Tororo
[Nile Post] In a move to bridge the digital divide in rural Uganda, Stanbic Bank Uganda has donated modern computers worth Shs 30 million to Petta Community Secondary School in Tororo District.
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@allafrica Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:34:41
Young Innovators Bag Sh1.7 Billion From I-Upshift Program
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The National I-UPSHIFT Youth Social Innovation Summit 2025 took place in Kampala, culminating in a major award ceremony where over sh1.7 billion in seed funding was awarded to outstanding youth-led ventures. The awards supported the most innovative social enterprises developed through the i-UPSHIFT program, empowering young people to create sustainable change in their communities.
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@sqoop Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:54:25
Azawi blasts NRM aligned artistes and parliament in fiery interview teaser
Singer Azawi has ignited debate after a sneak preview of her upcoming interview on Kasuku Live showed her taking aim at NRM aligned singers and Members of Parliament, accusing them of cowardice, greed, and abandoning the public they claim to represent. In the clip, Azawi makes it clear that she is not supporting any political […] The post Azawi blasts NRM aligned artistes and parliament in fiery interview teaser first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:20:40
Airtel Money Partners With Juba Express to Boost Seamless Cross-Border Money Transfers
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Airtel Money has announced a landmark partnership with Juba Express, a licensed international payment service provider, launching seamless cross-border money transfer services directly accessible via the Airtel Money wallet.
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@sqoop Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:30:17
Guys, muve ku SOW banange – Katikkiro
You know, trends change faster than boda boda riders change lanes in Kampala, and love is no exception. Lately, the dating scene has a new headline, Slightly Older Women, or SOWs, are officially winning. Yes, the women with a few more candles on their cake are suddenly the hottest commodity for young men and honestly, […] The post Guys, muve ku SOW banange – Katikkiro first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:55:35
Dexta Rapper explains why he no longer performs with Mzee Kawato
Dexta Rapper has dismissed claims that his split from Mzee Kawato was caused by the two allegedly dating the same woman. The duo—famous worldwide for their electrifying "Inna wa wa wa" waist-whining dance routine—had become a viral sensation, performing across countries and captivating audiences with their father-and-son chemistry. However, the pair recently hit an unexpected […] The post Dexta Rapper explains why he no longer performs with Mzee Kawato first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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