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Kid Fox returns after 16 years in Japan
After spending 16 years away from Uganda, veteran musician Kid Fox is back home, hoping to reopen a chapter of his musical journey. The singer, who left Uganda for Japan at a time when his career was facing challenges, says his return has been driven largely by a renewed love for music. I missed music. The post Kid Fox returns after 16 years in Japan first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:47:20
Prynce Atiku showers wife Cindy Sanyu with praise in birthday message
Okuyo Prynce Joel Atiku has publicly celebrated his wife, singer and actress Cindy Sanyu, with a glowing birthday message, praising her as a woman of purpose, strength and remarkable grace. In a post shared on Facebook, Prynce described Cindy as an extraordinary wife and his love, reflecting on the many roles she has taken on. The post Prynce Atiku showers wife Cindy Sanyu with praise in birthday message first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:57:49
Grace Nakimera recalls pressure to cancel concert on same day as Goodlyf
For Grace Nakimera, staging a concert on the same day as Goodlyf was never simply about competing dates. It became a defining moment that tested her resolve. Years later, the singer has opened up about the pressure she faced before the concert, revealing that several influential figures tried to convince her to move the show. The post Grace Nakimera recalls pressure to cancel concert on same day as Goodlyf first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:09:00
From the World's Youngest King to Tooro's Long-Serving Monarch: The Extraordinary Life of King Oyo
For nearly 31 years, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV has been the face of Tooro Kingdom. He ascended to the throne at just three years old, grew up in the full glare of the country and the world, and eventually took full responsibility for one of Uganda's most prominent traditional institutions. King Oyo The post From the World's Youngest King to Tooro's Long-Serving Monarch: The Extraordinary Life of King Oyo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:59:01
"How unfair life can be!" Museveni mourns King Oyo, confirms he left behind a young son
President Yoweri Museveni has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Tooro Kingdom's Omukama, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, describing his passing at the age of 34 as a painful and unfair loss. In a condolence message issued on Saturday, Museveni said King Oyo had endured tragedy from an early age after losing his The post "How unfair life can be!" Museveni mourns King Oyo, confirms he left behind a young son first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:41:00
The Dugout launches in Kampala, promises a new home for sports lovers
Kampala's sports and entertainment scene has received a new addition with the official launch of The Dugout, a premium venue bringing live sports, interactive games, food, drinks and entertainment together under one roof. Located on Plot 28, Luthuli Rise in Bugolobi, The Dugout was officially unveiled during a colourful launch that attracted sports enthusiasts, celebrities, The post The Dugout launches in Kampala, promises a new home for sports lovers first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:14
How Musonda led Zambian 1-2 finish at Open
Cwinya-ai finished the final two days stronger, climbs to third Kampala, Uganda | UGU MEDIA | Dominic Musonda didn't play his best game in the fourth and final round of the Uganda Open. But that was largely because he didn't need to. At one point, midway through the front nine, he was coasting … The post How Musonda led Zambian 1-2 finish at Open appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:14
Heat, drought expose Britain's vulnerability to extreme weather
LONDON | Xinhua | There is a long tradition of Britons complaining about the grey, rainy summers. However, that reality is now changing, as an extended spell of extreme heat and drought has swept across the country. FARMING UNDER PRESSURE In the fields of Leicestershire in England, heat scorched the parched, cracked earth, and the … The post Heat, drought expose Britain's vulnerability to extreme weather appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:14
Public Service Commission fails to meet deadline for District Commissions
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Public Service Commission has admitted that it will not meet the August 30 deadline set by Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara for all districts and cities without functional service commissions to have them established. The admission came on Friday as the Public Service Commission appeared before the Committee on … The post Public Service Commission fails to meet deadline for District Commissions appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:14
Tooro covers lion sculptures in mourning ritual for King Oyo
Fort Portal, Uganda | URN | Lion sculptures across Tooro Kingdom have been covered in bark cloth as part of traditional mourning rites following the death of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV. The sculptures, including those at Karuzika Palace, the palace gate and other public places, have been draped in bark cloth to signify the … The post Tooro covers lion sculptures in mourning ritual for King Oyo appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Tooro Kingdom begins 9-day mourning for King Oyo
Fort Portal, Uganda | URN | The Tooro Kingdom has entered nine days of traditional mourning following the death of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, with cultural rites already underway to mark the end of his reign and prepare for the burial of the monarch. The King died on Thursday evening in the United … The post Tooro Kingdom begins 9-day mourning for King Oyo appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:00:14
Boda boda rider shot dead during National Cleaning Day enforcement in Ndejje
Kampala, Uganda | URN | A 38-year-old boda boda rider has been shot dead in Kanaaba, Ndejje, in Makindye Ssabagabo, during enforcement of restrictions on movement for the second National Cleaning Day. The deceased has been identified as Ronald Kizito Jjuuko. Witnesses said Jjuuko was shot shortly after 7:00 am as police began enforcing the directive … The post Boda boda rider shot dead during National Cleaning Day enforcement in Ndejje appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:56:33
Life can be unfair – President Museveni mourns King Oyo
President Yoweri Museveni has directed that the late Omukama of Tooro, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, be accorded an official burial following his death at the age of 34. READ: King Oyo dies at 34 after 31 years on Tooro throne In a condolence message, Museveni described the death of the Tooro monarch The post Life can be unfair – President Museveni mourns King Oyo first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:00:25
Karole Kasita, DJ Vans to headline entertainment at the Johnnie Walker Amateur Open 19th hole experience
The Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open teed off on Tuesday, August 25th, bringing together some of the continent's finest amateur golfers for another exciting chapter of the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open. But as the competition unfolds on the course, Johnnie Walker has set the stage for what promises to be one of the most The post Karole Kasita, DJ Vans to headline entertainment at the Johnnie Walker Amateur Open 19th hole experience first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:13:59
Police officer arrested after shooting boda boda rider dead during national cleaning exercise
A boda boda rider has been shot dead by a police officer during the National Cleaning Day exercise in Ndejje, Kampala, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The incident happened at around 7:30 a.m. on Saturday at Ndejje Kanaaba in Katwe Police Division, where security personnel had been deployed to maintain order The post Police officer arrested after shooting boda boda rider dead during national cleaning exercise first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:00:06
Museveni hails Otema as torchbearer for peace in Northern Uganda
Gulu, Uganda | URN | Four decades of military service, sacrifice and leadership have come to an end for retired Lieutenant General Charles Otema Awany, with leaders in Northern Uganda calling on him to turn his experience to the task of rebuilding and transforming the Acholi community. President Yoweri Museveni described Gen Otema as one … The post Museveni hails Otema as torchbearer for peace in Northern Uganda appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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When King Oyo fasted to defend Tooro's borders and Museveni's sharp reply
Fort Portal, Uganda | URN | In the middle of 2014, Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro Kingdom announced that he would fast in protest against what he described as the division of his ancestral territory. The trigger was the formal recognition of two new cultural institutions of Obusinga Bwa Rwenzururu in … The post When King Oyo fasted to defend Tooro's borders and Museveni's sharp reply appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:00:03
Uganda Airlines CEO rules out mass layoffs, projects break-even by 2030
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda Airlines Chief Executive Officer Girma Wake has ruled out mass dismissals at the national carrier, saying the ongoing restructuring is intended to strengthen the workforce and address critical staffing gaps. Wake made the remarks while appearing before Parliament's Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) on Thursday … The post Uganda Airlines CEO rules out mass layoffs, projects break-even by 2030 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:00:03
Kampala's Ganyegenya crackdown triggers rush to repair taxis
Kampala, Uganda | URN | A crackdown on poorly maintained taxis has triggered a surge in demand for vehicle repairs in Kampala's Kisenyi area. The surge has left some garages with backlogs as owners race to rehabilitate their vehicles and return them to the road. The crackdown on taxis in dangerous mechanical condition, commonly … The post Kampala's Ganyegenya crackdown triggers rush to repair taxis appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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