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@matookerepublic Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:03:25
Who Is Nkanyiso Mncwabe, the New Nile Breweries Managing Director?
Nile Breweries Limited has appointed Nkanyiso Mncwabe as its new Managing Director, with effect from January 1, 2026. The announcement was made on January 5 in Kampala. Mncwabe succeeds Adu Rando, who stepped down on December 31, 2025, after steering the company through a period of strong performance. Nile Breweries credited Rando with strengthening operations, The post Who Is Nkanyiso Mncwabe, the New Nile Breweries Managing Director? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:14:12
"She Did Her Best for My Music" — Rickman gives Sheila Gashumba her flowers
Ugandan rapper Rickman Manrick has publicly given credit to media personality Sheila Gashumba for playing a pivotal role in shaping his music journey, praising her guidance, belief, and behind-the-scenes influence during his formative years in the industry. Speaking candidly, Rickman revealed that Sheila motivated him to push harder creatively and musically at a time when The post "She Did Her Best for My Music" — Rickman gives Sheila Gashumba her flowers first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:20:26
Uganda approves twice-yearly HIV Prevention injection Lenacapavir
Uganda's National Drug Authority (NDA) has approved Lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention injection developed by US pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences, in a significant boost to the country's fight against HIV/AIDS. Announcing the decision, the NDA described the approval as a major step forward in HIV prevention. Lenacapavir is taken just twice a year and is The post Uganda approves twice-yearly HIV Prevention injection Lenacapavir first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:27:34
Algeria, DR Congo set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 showdown
Algeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo will lock horns in a highly anticipated Round of 16 clash at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, when they meet on Tuesday at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat. With both teams in impressive form, the encounter promises intensity, quality and a
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:28:29
Uganda Premier League returns as KCCA, Vipers face crucial matchday 12 tests
The StarTimes Uganda Premier League resumes this Tuesday after an 18-day festive break, with matchday 12 serving up decisive fixtures at both ends of the table. Three games headline the return, including outings for title contenders KCCA FC and Vipers SC as the race for supremacy intensifies. League leaders KCCA FC make the short journey
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@theScribeUganda Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:01:02
PRESIDENT MUSEVENI COMMISSIONS NEW ST. JOHN'S CHURCH BUILDING IN ENTEBBE
His Excellency, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, together with the First Lady amp; Minister of Education amp; Sports, Maama Janet Kataaha Museveni, today commissioned the newly constructed St. John's Church in Entebbe, before proceeding to attend a campaign rally in Entebbe Municipality. Upon arrival at St. John's Church, the President and the First Lady were received by the Vicar, Reverend Canon Rocky Sendegeya, who led them on a guided tour of the new church building. The tour showcased the progress and features of the completed structure, which stands as a testament to collective Christian sacrifice and partnership. Addressing selected members of the
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@matookerepublic Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:15
Eddy Kenzo confirms wife Phiona Nyamutoro is expecting
Big Talent boss and award-winning musician Eddy Kenzo has confirmed that his wife, State Minister of Energy and Mineral Development Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro, is pregnant. Speculation about Nyamutoro's pregnancy began after a video circulated online showing fellow musician Desire Luzinda helping her adjust a saree, with her baby bump clearly visible. Speaking to journalists, Kenzo The post Eddy Kenzo confirms wife Phiona Nyamutoro is expecting first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:26:47
"NRM HAS DELIVERED DEVELOPMENT IN BUGANDA," PRESIDENT MUSEVENI TELLS RUBAGA VOTERS
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, also the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer for the 2026 general elections, has today dismissed claims that the ruling party has neglected Buganda, saying such assertions are not true. Speaking to thousands of supporters during a campaign rally at Kitebi Primary School playgrounds in Rubaga division, President Museveni who was accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Kataaha Museveni, emphasized that the development in Buganda would not have been possible without peace ushered in by the NRM government. "When NRM brought peace, development followed. In Rubaga, we now have
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 21:19:11
Amid Global Geopolitical Chaos, Remember Uganda's Battle to Unseat an Authoritarian
[Daily Maverick] In Uganda, an opposition is attempting against all odds to unseat an authoritarian who has held firmly on to the reins of power for nearly 40 years.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:39:03
Mafabi Pledges Palace Reconstruction, Compensation for 2016 Victims
[Nile Post] The presidential candidate of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), Nathan Nandala Mafabi, has pledged to reconstruct the Omusinga wa Rwenzururu's palace and fully compensate individuals affected by the 2016 clashes between government forces and the Rwenzururu Kingdom.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:39:03
Victoria University and Mubs Lecturer Found Dead in Bed
[Nile Post] Police at Kira Road Division have launched investigations into the sudden death of Dr.L Tom Patrick Mugizi, a lecturer at Victoria University and Makerere University Business School (MUBS).
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@sportsOceanUganda Mon, 05 Jan 2026 22:09:52
Nigeria cruise, Egypt survive as AFCON quarter-final line-up takes shape
Nigeria and Egypt booked their places in the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 on Monday, but they did so in contrasting fashion, with the Super Eagles cruising comfortably while the Pharaohs were pushed to extra time.Nigeria produced one of their most convincing displays of the tournament, sweeping aside Mozambique
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@diaryOfAMuzungu Thu, 02 Oct 2025 22:04:00
Kampala City Festival – Tips for enjoying the Festival [UPDATED]
Diary of a Muzungu's tips on how to enjoy the Kampala City Festival, Uganda The post Kampala City Festival Tips for enjoying the Festival [UPDATED] appeared first on Diary of a Muzungu.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:28:51
Jobs Are Here At Home, Youths Dont Need to Go Abroad - Museveni
[Nile Post] President Museveni has said Uganda already has enough opportunities to create wealth and jobs for its young people, arguing that the problem is not lack of work but a failure by many youths to understand where real wealth comes from.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:28:51
We Have a Bigger Plan for Creatives - Says Museveni
[Nile Post] President Museveni has said the government is deliberately sequencing Uganda's development, arguing that support for creatives and local innovation is part of a broader, long-term plan rather than an omission.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:31:12
Museveni Pledges Second Constituency for Buvuma, Addresses Key Island Issues
[Independent (Kampala)] Buvuma, Uganda -- President Yoweri Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential candidate, has made significant pledges for the development of Buvuma Island, including the establishment of a second constituency to better represent the district in Parliament.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:01:14
Ambassador Ogwang Chronicles Uganda's Socio-Economic Transformation Since 1986 in New Book
[Nile Post] Ambassador Dickson Ogwang Okul has launched his latest book, Uganda Since 1986: The Socio-Economic Transformation Journey of Uganda Through the Eyes of a Foreign Service Officer, offering a detailed account of the country's modern history and development trajectory.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:01:14
Iuiu Cancels Mature Entry Certificate for NRM Flag Bearer for Kitagwenda
[Nile Post] The Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) has cancelled a Mature Age Entry certificate that had been issued to Kitagwenda County National Resistance Movement (NRM) parliamentary aspirant Robert Mugabe after investigations established that the documents he used to qualify for the examination were fraudulently obtained.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:01:16
Buvuma to Be Connected to National Electricity Grid Very Soon - Museveni Assures
[Nile Post] Residents of Buvuma Island have all reason to smile after President Museveni assured them that they will soon be connected to the national electricity grid.
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@sportsOceanUganda Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:17:54
NEC's Mustapha Kizza Joins Nairobi United in mid-season move
Ugandan international left-back Mustapha Kizza has completed a move to Kenyan Premier League side Nairobi United in the January transfer window.The experienced defender joins the Nairobi-based club from Uganda Premier League side NEC FC, bringing with him vast top-flight and continental experience. Nairobi United confirmed the signing in a statement, describing Kizza as a proven
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