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@allafrica Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:09:43
Parliament Approves Shs 313.2billion Pre-Financing for Kayunga-Galiraya Road Upgrade
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Parliament has approved a Shs313.2 billion proposal to pre-finance the design and construction of the Kayunga-Bbaale-Galiraya Road (87km), clearing the way for the upgrade of the gravel road to paved standard by China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC).
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@allafrica Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:31:35
Uganda Celebrates Women Peacebuilders, Showcases Gender Equality Achievements
[Nile Post] Uganda has reaffirmed its position as a regional and global champion on the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda during the Women Uganda 2025+ Exhibition and Knowledge Fair, held to commemorate 25 years of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:45:32
Guinness Matchday On Tour heads to Jinja this Saturday with Premier League thrills and live entertainment
The Guinness Matchday On Tour returns this Saturday, December 20, 2025, promising yet another unforgettable football and entertainment experience at Ruck Yard Sports Club in Jinja City. The iconic Guinness Matchday Truck will roll into town, set to give fans a full-blown Premier League experience in a vibrant outdoor setting. The Matchday truck will transform […] The post Guinness Matchday On Tour heads to Jinja this Saturday with Premier League thrills and live entertainment first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:47:00
Guinness Matchday On Tour heads to Jinja this Saturday with Premier League thrills and live entertainment
The Guinness Matchday On Tour returns this Saturday, December 20, 2025, promising yet another unforgettable football and entertainment experience at Ruck Yard Sports Club in Jinja City. The iconic Guinness Matchday Truck will roll into town, set to give fans a full-blown Premier League experience in a vibrant outdoor setting. The Matchday truck will transform […]
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@uplandMedia Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:12:21
Kitgum Receives Healthcare Boost with 165 CHEWs
The CHEWs completed a six-month training program at Kitgum Technical Institute. Their graduation ceremony took place at the Kitgum District Headquarters, and the Ministry of Health conducted the training with financial support from The AIDS Support Organisation (TASO).
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@sqoop Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:03:27
"I can do worse than jail" Full Figure warns TikTokers after Shalom Kaweesi arrest
Outspoken NRM mobiliser and presidential adviser Jennifer "Full Figure" Nakangubi has broken her silence with a fiery warning to online content creators she accuses of persistently provoking and harassing her, in remarks that come amid the ongoing legal saga involving YouTuber Shalom Kaweesi. Full Figure is the complainant in the case that has seen Kaweesi […] The post "I can do worse than jail" Full Figure warns TikTokers after Shalom Kaweesi arrest first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 18 Dec 2025 07:26:11
How biometric machines will be used in the 2026 elections
The Electoral Commission (EC) plans to introduce biometric voter verification in the 2026 general elections, marking a major shift in how voters will be identified and results processed. A total of 60,000 biometric voter verification kits will be deployed nationwide to make voting faster, more accurate and more transparent. Why biometric verification? According to the […] The post How biometric machines will be used in the 2026 elections first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:33:20
Hoima City Stadium set for grand opening on December 24
The new Hoima City Stadium will be officially opened on 24 December 2025 by President Yoweri Museveni, marking a major milestone in preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The stadium, which has a seating capacity of 20,000, was constructed at a cost of USD 129 million (about Shs490.2 billion). It is one […] The post Hoima City Stadium set for grand opening on December 24 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:03:00
AFCON 2025: A look at how 24 teams will share the Shs114 billion prize money
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is raising the bar ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with bigger cash rewards and a renewed push to elevate African football on and off the pitch. Under the leadership of Dr Patrice Motsepe, CAF has steadily increased investment in its competitions, recognising that stronger tournaments drive […] The post AFCON 2025: A look at how 24 teams will share the Shs114 billion prize money first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:45:25
"SEND ME PEOPLE WHO UNDERSTAND MY GUIDANCE SO THAT WORK CAN MOVE FASTER," PRESIDENT MUSEVENI TELLS MITYANA AS HE CONCLUDES GREATER MUBENDE CAMPAIGN TRAIL
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged voters in Mityana District to rally behind the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and elect leaders who understand and support his approach to governance, warning that poor leadership choices have slowed development in some parts of the country. Addressing a massive campaign rally at Ssaza Grounds in Mityana today, President Museveni said the pace of development in the district has been undermined by leaders who prioritise personal benefits over national development goals. The rally marked the conclusion of his campaign tour in Greater Mubende as he seeks re-election as NRM presidential flagbearer for the 2026 […]
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@allafrica Thu, 18 Dec 2025 04:51:13
Priest Reported Missing Since December 3 Arrested Under Unconstitutional Circumstances
[Agenzia Fides] Kampala -- The Uganda Catholic Lawyers Society (UCLS) has denounced the arrest of Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, a Catholic priest from the Diocese of Masaka, who had been missing since December 3, as a violation of the constitution and a disregard for fundamental human rights. Nearly two weeks after his disappearance, on December 14, the Ugandan Ministry of National Defence issued a statement admitting that Father Ssekabira had been arrested by security forces on charges of participating in "violent subversive
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@allafrica Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:01:16
Mao Urges Shift to Out-of-Court Dispute Resolution to Ease Court Backlogs
[Nile Post] Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister Norbert Mao has called on Ugandans to embrace alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms, arguing that courts are overwhelmed by disputes that could be settled outside the formal justice system.
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@allafrica Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:01:17
Govt Moves to Formalise Artisanal Mining, End Informal Gold Trade
[Nile Post] Government has announced new measures to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining sector, aimed at improving market access, transparency and fair pricing for an estimated 300,000 miners operating across the country.
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@allafrica Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:09:19
Museveni Urges Mityana Voters to Back NRM for Faster Development
[Nile Post] NRM presidential flag bearer Museveni has called on voters in Mityana District to reassess their political choices ahead of the 2026 general elections, warning that electing opposition Members of Parliament could slow down development in the area.
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@allafrica Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:09:19
Govt Orders Early December Salary, Pension Payments Ahead of Festive Season
[Nile Post] The government has announced early payment of December salaries and pensions for public officers and pensioners, directing that all payments be processed by December 23, 2025, ahead of the festive season.
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@allafrica Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:06:26
Sex Workers Warn of Rising Killings As Uganda Marks Day Against Violence
[Nile Post] Sex worker organisations in Uganda have marked the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers by warning that attacks and killings remain a daily reality, driven by criminalisation, stigma and a lack of protection.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 17 Dec 2025 05:09:00
MultiChoice Talent Factory opens applications for 2026 Intake
Pan-African film and television training institution the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) has opened applications for its 2026 intake. All African graduates who aspire to become directors, filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers can now apply for fully-funded courses at the industry-leading network of academies. Having recently become part of CANAL+, MultiChoice has rededicated itself to […] The post MultiChoice Talent Factory opens applications for 2026 Intake first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:35:57
AFCON 2025: A look at how 24 teams will share the Shs114 billion prize money
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is raising the bar ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with bigger cash rewards and a renewed push to elevate African football on and off the pitch. Under the leadership of Dr Patrice Motsepe, CAF has steadily increased investment in its competitions, recognising that stronger tournaments drive […] The post AFCON 2025: A look at how 24 teams will share the Shs114 billion prize money first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 17 Dec 2025 07:24:53
Guinness Smooth "Make It Yours" Experience heads to Cask Lounge Kololo this Friday
After a standout launch at Fox Lounge last Thursday, the Guinness Smooth "Make It Yours" Experience is set to light up Cask Lounge in Kololo this Friday, December 19, as the brand continues its bold journey of turning bars into immersive creative playgrounds. True to its promise of self-expression and individuality, Guinness Smooth is taking […] The post Guinness Smooth "Make It Yours" Experience heads to Cask Lounge Kololo this Friday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 17 Dec 2025 07:55:01
IGP rewards two private security guards with Shs500k each for refusing a bribe
The Inspector General of Police, Abbas Byakagaba, has recognised two private security guards in Kazo District for their integrity and bravery after they rejected a bribe linked to a cattle theft incident. Each guard received Shs500,000 for their role in helping police arrest the suspects and recover the stolen animals. The guards — Paul Okongo […] The post IGP rewards two private security guards with Shs500k each for refusing a bribe first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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