Kumi Activists Call for Lasting Solutions to GBV As 16 Days of Activism Campaign Concludes

[Nile Post] Activists, local leaders, and community members in Kumi District have renewed calls for permanent solutions to end gender-based violence (GBV) against women and young girls, as the global 16 Days of Activism campaign concludes across the country.

Ibanda Authorities Demarcate Kabobo Wetland to Halt Encroachment

[Nile Post] Authorities in Ibanda District, led by the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) and the District Natural Resources Department, have demarcated Kabobo Wetland to curb human encroachment and restore the fragile ecosystem.

Masaka Mayor Namayanja Hits Back At Rival Mulindwa Over Alleged Sale of City Property

[Nile Post] Masaka City Mayor Florence Namayanja, who is seeking re-election under the National Unity Platform (NUP), has criticised her rival Micheal Mulindwa Nakumusana for allegedly spreading claims that she sold city property.

MP David Muhumuza Withdraws From Mwenge North County Race

[Nile Post] David Muhumuza, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Mwenge North County, Kyenjojo District, has officially withdrawn his candidacy for the upcoming parliamentary elections.

BNI Uganda Launches 15th Chapter As Membership Surpasses 600 Entrepreneurs

[Nile Post] BNI Uganda has marked a major milestone with the launch of its 15th chapter, BNI Pearl.

Contractors Warned Against Delays As Wakiso Signs Multi-Billion Road and Market Contracts

[Nile Post] Contractors awarded major road and market rehabilitation projects in Wakiso District have been cautioned against delaying or abandoning their work, with government officials warning that non-performance will lead to strict accountability.

OPM Launches New Strategy to Boost Efficiency and Accountability in Government Service Delivery

[Nile Post] The government has unveiled a new Service Delivery Strategy aimed at improving efficiency, accountability and coordination across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).

Four Candidates Step Up Campaigns for Adjumani West MP Seat

[Nile Post] The contest for the Adjumani West County parliamentary seat has intensified, with four contenders positioning themselves strongly ahead of the 2026 general elections.

King Olarker to Attend Alur Cultural Gala in Arua

[Nile Post] The King of Alur, Phillip Rauni Olarker, will preside over the three-day Alur Cultural Gala in Arua, an event aimed at celebrating heritage, strengthening unity among West Nile communities, and promoting cultural exchange through exhibitions, performances and tourism showcases.

All you need to know about Afcon 2025: favourites, format and players to watch

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is set to bring the continent to a standstill as Morocco hosts the tournament from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026. The opening match will feature the hosts, Morocco, against Comoros in Rabat. Tournament format AFCON 2025 will follow the 24-team format introduced in 2019. There will […] The post All you need to know about Afcon 2025: favourites, format and players to watch first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Irene Namubiru falls in love with Karamoja during homestay visit

Singer Irene Namubiru recently traded the city lights for the sun-kissed plains of Karamoja and the experience left her completely enchanted. During her visit, Namubiru immersed herself in the daily life of a Karamojong community, sharing that she spent the day moving with them through their routines before retiring to a traditional hut for the […] The post Irene Namubiru falls in love with Karamoja during homestay visit first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

UPL: Under the floodlights, KCCA seek separation at the summit in NEC showdown

The Uganda Premier League (UPL) serves up two key fixtures today as KCCA and Kitara return to home action in matches that could influence the early title picture. The main spotlight will be on the MTN Omondi Stadium in Lugogo, where KCCA host NEC under the floodlights at 8pm, while Kitara welcome Maroons earlier in […]

"Anyone who has been stealing should stop and work with their own hands," Pastor Bugembe speaks out after his car is vandalised

Thugs have vandalised a vehicle belonging to gospel singer and pastor Wilson Bugembe, just a day after his annual Worship Night. The incident happened in Bulenga along Mityana Road. While preaching at Worship House Church in Nansana, Bugembe recounted the incident with humour and disbelief, saying the thieves confidently removed all the lights from his […] The post "Anyone who has been stealing should stop and work with their own hands," Pastor Bugembe speaks out after his car is vandalised first appeared on Matooke Republic.

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Is this determined by the temperament of the people involved or political tactics and strategies that are doomed?

By Namanya Boaz From the time the Boona Bageigahare Nyekundire Group first emerged on the scene with an organized campaign by Hon. Peace Rugambwa, the Senior Presidential Advisor on Agriculture and Local People to foster poverty eradication, inclusiveness, and empowerment of the marginalized communities in south western Uganda, until now, there’s been a rift. Gen. Jim K. Muhwezi, the Minister of Security, has been at the helm and been the object of public derision with countless attempts to erase the association, including torturing the founder Hon. Peace Rugambwa. Hon. Rugambwa said she was attending a church event in Kakindo when […]

Uganda Sets Bold New Targets As Regulators Push for Greater Water Efficiency

[Nile Post] Uganda has announced ambitious new targets to strengthen water and sanitation services nationwide, following the closing of the 2025 Water Utilities Regulators Conference in Kampala.

A Nation Without Virtue Cannot Defeat Corruption

By Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe We have largely abandoned the language of moral character and civic virtue. What was once condemned as corruption is now rationalized as "smart politics," and the use of public office for private enrichment has quietly become an acceptable path to prosperity. Our public conversation has shifted so dramatically that what used to shame leaders now earns applause, while those who insist on integrity are dismissed as naïve or unrealistic. This is not merely a political problem; it is a moral one. Uganda is a living proof that no constitutional framework, however beautifully crafted or institutionally sound, […]

Kayunga Beneficiaries Rally Behind Museveni, Hail Emyooga as Economic Lifeline

Kayunga, Uganda – In a vibrant display of grassroots fervor, hundreds of residents in Uganda’s Kayunga district threw their unequivocal support behind President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for a potential seventh term, crediting his flagship Emyooga initiative with pulling them from the clutches of exploitative moneylenders and igniting household prosperity. The endorsements, delivered amid chants and ululations at the launch of the Greater Mukono Emyooga Forum in Kiwangula village, Ntenjeru South constituency, underscored the program’s role as both an economic anchor and a political flashpoint. The event, attended by local Emyooga beneficiaries from diverse trades including saloon operators, boda boda riders, […]

Kayunga Beneficiaries Rally Behind Museveni, Hail Emyooga as Economic Lifeline Amid Endorsement Frenzy

Kayunga, Uganda – In a vibrant display of grassroots fervor, hundreds of residents in Uganda’s Kayunga district threw their unequivocal support behind President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for a potential seventh term, crediting his flagship Emyooga initiative with pulling them from the clutches of exploitative moneylenders and igniting household prosperity. The endorsements, delivered amid chants and ululations at the launch of the Greater Mukono Emyooga Forum in Kiwangula village, Ntenjeru South constituency, underscored the program’s role as both an economic anchor and a political flashpoint. The event, attended by local Emyooga beneficiaries from diverse trades including saloon operators, boda boda riders, […]

Kitgum High Court Dismisses Bid to Block Okol's Chief Coronation

In her ruling, Suzanne Aisia Musooli, the Deputy Registrar, emphasized that the application should have been filed earlier, not just hours before the coronation, especially since Ogik's faction had already incurred expenses for the preparations.