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@matookerepublic Mon, 13 Oct 2025 01:02:31
NUP asked to submit formal request to join IPOD
The Inter-Party Organisation for Dialogue (IPOD) has asked the National Unity Platform (NUP) to submit a formal Expression of Interest before it can be admitted into the dialogue framework — despite the party’s recent announcement of intent to sign the IPOD Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). In a letter dated 10 October 2025, IPOD Executive Director […] The post NUP asked to submit formal request to join IPOD first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:33:25
When MP Chased Voter Over Shs1,000
[Nile Post] It was the campaign season of 2021, and in a dusty trading centre somewhere in eastern Uganda, democracy briefly turned into a running competition. A sitting Member of Parliament--name withheld because, frankly, the embarrassment was enough punishment--had parked his convoy to do what most politicians call "facilitating voters" and what the rest of us simply call "handing out small money."
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@matookerepublic Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:33:00
Hundreds participate in inaugural Annual Disability Run to champion inclusion and empowerment
On Sunday, October 12, hundreds of runners turned up for the inaugural Annual Disability Run, held at Kitebi Primary School, in Kampala. The run, organized by Persons with Disabilities in Business (PIB-UG), in partnership with I&M Bank Uganda, Guvnor, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), Buganda Disability Council, Sign Health Uganda, among […] The post Hundreds participate in inaugural Annual Disability Run to champion inclusion and empowerment first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sun, 12 Oct 2025 14:15:22
Hundreds participate in inaugural Annual Disability Run to champion inclusion and empowerment
On Sunday, October 12, hundreds of runners turned up for the inaugural Annual Disability Run, held at Kitebi Primary School, in Kampala. The run, organized by Persons with Disabilities in Business (PIB-UG), in partnership with I&M Bank Uganda, Guvnor, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), Buganda Disability Council, Sign Health Uganda, among […]
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@matookerepublic Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:17:00
Jacob Kiplimo pockets Shs342 million after winning Chicago Marathon
Uganda’s star long-distance runner Jacob Kiplimo delivered a stunning performance to win the 2025 Chicago Marathon on Sunday, 12 October, clocking 2:02:23 — the second-fastest time ever recorded on the Chicago course. Kiplimo’s time sits just behind the late Kelvin Kiptum’s 2023 world-record run of 2:00:35, cementing the Ugandan’s place among the world’s elite marathoners. […] The post Jacob Kiplimo pockets Shs342 million after winning Chicago Marathon first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:43:03
FUFA Women Super League recap: Naigaga’s late heroics fire Kampala Queens to first win of the season
Kampala Queens FC registered their first victory of the 2025/2026 Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League season with a hard-fought 2–1 comeback win over Makerere University WFC over the weekend at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. Captain Josephine Ndagire gave Makerere University an early lead just three minutes into the game, but goals from […]
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@theScribeUganda Sun, 12 Oct 2025 03:57:18
KYESWA HAKIM: The NUP Manifesto: A Beautiful Blueprint for Failure
Fellow Ugandans, as we navigate our nation’s political landscape, it is our duty to scrutinize the promises made by those seeking our trust. The recently unveiled manifesto by the National Unity Platform (NUP) is, on the surface, a document filled with attractive melodies. It sings of freedom, jobs, and services. But as a patriot who has witnessed the steady, purposeful march of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in building our nation, I feel compelled to ask you to listen more closely. Beyond the sweet melody, there is a troubling lack of substance, a disregard for reality, and a dangerous naivety […]
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@theScribeUganda Sun, 12 Oct 2025 03:11:22
ANDREW BABA: To My Foot Soldier Friend- The Dictator Has Dragged The Pulinsipo to The IPOD Dining Table, Protest Vote Story Ki?
On a radio talk show on Radio 8, where I am usually invited as a panelist every weekend, the moderator sought to know the logic behind the sudden change of heart by the National Unity Platform( NUP) to join the IPOD dining table and eat with the “dictator” despite the years of insults to the ruling government and President Museveni in particular. We had anticipated to be with some high ranking NUP members in the studios for the show but these, some Members of Parliament unexpectedly didn’t turn up. Nonetheless, one foot soldier was there to fill in but glaringly […]
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@theScribeUganda Sun, 12 Oct 2025 02:52:19
President Museveni, First Lady Calls on Nebbi Voters to Support NRM and Maintain Peace
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the NRM Presidential Flagbearer, has energized a massive crowd during a campaign rally today in Nebbi District. He was accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Kataaha Museveni. The rally began with prayers led by His Grace Archbishop Luke Orombi, who asked for a peaceful election period and for the continued unity and prosperity of Uganda. Thousands of excited supporters filled the venue, waving flags, singing, and cheering as the President addressed the crowd. The atmosphere was full of energy as he shared his vision for keeping Uganda peaceful, improving […]
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@matookerepublic Sun, 12 Oct 2025 01:38:52
Gulu City to name major road after Rajiv Ruparelia
Gulu City Council has resolved to name one of its major roads after the late businessman and motorsport enthusiast Rajiv Ruparelia, in honour of his outstanding contribution to Uganda’s sports tourism and community development. The decision was reached during a special council sitting on Saturday, following the successful Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Rally, which drew thousands […] The post Gulu City to name major road after Rajiv Ruparelia first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 11 Oct 2025 07:48:59
SMACK League returns this Sunday as teams seek to build early momentum
The SMACK League, powered by Guinness, returns this Sunday, October 12, for Matchday 2 at the IUEA Sports Grounds in Kansanga, Kampala. Following a thrilling season opener that featured a goal galore across the two groups, live music, and the Guinness Matchday experience, the second weekend of Season 8 promises another exciting outing for fans […] The post SMACK League returns this Sunday as teams seek to build early momentum first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sat, 11 Oct 2025 07:29:50
SMACK League returns this Sunday as teams seek to build early momentum
The SMACK League, powered by Guinness, returns this Sunday, October 12, for Matchday 2 at the IUEA Sports Grounds in Kansanga, Kampala. Following a thrilling season opener that featured a goal galore across the two groups, live music, and the Guinness Matchday experience, the second weekend of Season 8 promises another exciting outing for fans […]
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@theScribeUganda Sat, 11 Oct 2025 06:49:43
Meet Robert Assimwe The NRM Candidate Vying For Kimanya Kabonera MP Seat
The Masaka City aspiring Member of Parliament for Kimanya Kabonera Constituency, Mr. Robert Assimwe, 47 -years-old has promised to work effectively for the people of Masaka City, if elected well as the area Member of Parliament to cub poverty and expand their welfare. Mr. Robert Assimwe was nominated as the frag bearer for Kimanya Kabonera to lead National Resistance Movenment (NRM) and he contested in the past 2021 general elections too. Mr. Assimwe made the remarks on Friday while addressing hundered of the locals in Masaka City in Kimanya Kabonera Consituency and promised to work for the youth, and women […]
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@theScribeUganda Sat, 11 Oct 2025 06:13:32
President Museveni Officiates at the Closure of the Afro-Arab Youth Congress 2025
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officiated at the closure of the Afro-Arab Youth Congress 2025 at Speke Resort Munyonyo, urging young people across Africa and the Arab world to embrace ideology, unity, and innovation as tools for peace and prosperity. The five-day congress, held under the theme: “Amplifying Youth Voices for Peace, Unity and Prosperity,” ran from October 6 to 10, 2025, bringing together youth leaders, government officials, diplomats, and representatives from across Africa and the Arab world to chart a new course for collaboration and progress. The President noted that Africa’s population currently stands at 1.5 billion people and […]
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@matookerepublic Sat, 11 Oct 2025 04:32:43
Government, Equity Bank team up to boost livelihoods through National Oil Palm Project in Busoga
District leaders, councillors, and hundreds of farmers gathered at the Mayuge District Headquarters on Friday for the official launch of the National Oil Palm Project, a major government initiative aimed at transforming livelihoods in the Busoga sub-region. The ceremony was presided over by Hon. Fred Bwino Kyakulaga, Minister of State for Agriculture, Animal Industry and […] The post Government, Equity Bank team up to boost livelihoods through National Oil Palm Project in Busoga first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 11 Oct 2025 04:18:11
CNOOC Uganda marks first harvest of high-yield rice under Innovative Livelihoods Programme
CNOOC Uganda Limited has celebrated the successful first harvest of the high-yield WDR-73 rice variety under its Innovative Livelihood Restoration Programme for Crop Production, marking a major step in boosting food security and restoring livelihoods in the Kingfisher Development Area, Kikuube District. The programme—implemented by the Hoima Caritas Development Organisation (HOCADEO) with technical support from […] The post CNOOC Uganda marks first harvest of high-yield rice under Innovative Livelihoods Programme first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sat, 11 Oct 2025 02:43:55
Title race heats up as Uganda 20-over cricket league enters crucial stage
A thrilling weekend of cricket awaits as Matchday 4 of the Uganda 20-Over Cricket League (UG20) gets underway, with title contenders, debutants, and returning stars all in action across the country’s ovals. With playoff races beginning to take shape, every run and wicket now carries added weight. From Lugogo to Entebbe and Jinja, the stage […]
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@allafrica Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:21:51
UNBS Executive Director Elected As Iso Council Member
[Nile Post] The Executive Director of Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), Eng. James Kasigwa has been elected as a Council member of the International Organization for Standardization
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@allafrica Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:08:07
From Teen Mother to Diplomatic Leader - 20 Year Old Jane Muya Takes Over As British High Commissioner
[Nile Post] In a landmark event ahead of the International Day of the Girl Child, Jane Muya, a 20-year-old peer educator and young mother from Adjumani District, assumed the role of British High Commissioner to Uganda for a day.
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@allafrica Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:08:08
Soroti Youth Rally Behind Museveni Ahead of 2026, Demand Fulfilment of Presidential Pledges
[Nile Post] A wave of youthful energy has swept through Soroti City as hundreds of young people under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) vowed to intensify mobilisation for President Yoweri Museveni and all NRM flag bearers ahead of the 2026 general elections.
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