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@matookerepublic Sat, 20 Sep 2025 02:35:32
UWA offers free access to five Ugandan protected areas
The Uganda Wildlife Authority has announced Open Park Days for the year 2025. The three days will run from September 25th to September 27th 2025. This initiative was first introduced in October 2024. It was the first one of its kind in Uganda. A similar initiative has been present in South Africa since 2006. This […] The post UWA offers free access to five Ugandan protected areas first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 20 Sep 2025 02:44:59
Seven die in Lake Kyoga boat accident
A boat accident on Lake Kyoga in Amolatar District has claimed the lives of seven people after their vessel capsized near Kiryanga Village in Acii Sub-county. According to the territorial maritime police in Amolatar, the incident occurred at around 11:00 a.m. on Friday when the boat, carrying 36 passengers, struck a stationary tree stump about […] The post Seven die in Lake Kyoga boat accident first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:34:36
Old School and vibe brunch set to bring nostalgia to Ugandan audience
After three successful editions in Kenya and Tanzania, the Old School and Vibe Brunch makes its Ugandan debut this Saturday at Macheda Palm Resort, Buyala. Originally launched as Cocktails in the Park, the event rebranded to Old School and Vibe Africa after a group of young organizers sought to create a nostalgic experience for audiences […] The post Old School and vibe brunch set to bring nostalgia to Ugandan audience first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:56:53
Gashumba is a daddy… again!
Frank Gashumba has finally given Kampala a headline that does not involve politics, hustling abroad, or lecturing youth about sente z’abazungu. “I am pleased to announce the arrival of our newborn child,” he declared with the same seriousness he usually reserves for government critiques. Months of speculation, sparked during their Kukyala and traditional wedding, have […] The post Gashumba is a daddy… again! first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 19 Sep 2025 03:48:46
The bag you chase might be empty
We keep chasing the bag, but it might be empty. Ugandans are back in the international news again, and this time it is not for good reasons. BBC’s Celine Runako dropped an investigation early this week that feels like one of those WhatsApp forwards we used to laugh off only now, it is painfully real. […] The post The bag you chase might be empty first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 19 Sep 2025 03:55:01
Big toast to Ykee, as Sasi’s beauty wows Xizens
Congratulations Ykee, Nsasiirwe! No, not as a couple… Read again. First up, the man from Kireka, the singer Wyclif Tugume, aka Ykee Benda, cemented his decision to retire from the streets and become a family man. Over the weekend, he was introduced by his fiancée, Emily Nyawira. Now, the girls from Kireka asking how their […] The post Big toast to Ykee, as Sasi’s beauty wows Xizens first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:05:04
Nnalongo AAA represetin’
In Uganda, marriage season is permanent. Every weekend there is a new couple trending, amidst all this pressure, some OGs remain unmoved, and we salute them as true heroes. The King himself is in no rush. Just as Manchester United win when they want, he the King will marry when he wants. At Omukama Oyo’s […] The post Nnalongo AAA represetin’ first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 19 Sep 2025 03:35:11
V&A brings purpose to pageantry as Miss Uganda finale nears
With only days left to the Miss Uganda 2025/26 grand finale slated for this Saturday, September 20, at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel, the city’s conversations have shifted from politics and football to gowns, crowns, and the ideals of the modern Ugandan woman. At the center of the pageant is V&A, not just as a sponsor, […] The post V&A brings purpose to pageantry as Miss Uganda finale nears first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 19 Sep 2025 05:58:41
SFC to guard all 2026 Presidential Candidates
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has confirmed that all presidential candidates in the 2026 elections will be placed under the protection of the Special Forces Command (SFC), an elite force responsible for the security of the President of Uganda. Electoral Commission (EC) spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi announced that nominations for presidential candidates are scheduled for […] The post SFC to guard all 2026 Presidential Candidates first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 19 Sep 2025 08:53:53
Comedian Salvado announces Africa Laughs Season 7 with I&M Bank as lead sponsor
Comedian Patrick Idringi aka Salvado, yesterday announced the return of his Africa Laughs comedy experience, with Season 7 slated for October 25th, at the Kingdom Kampala parking lot. Africa Laughs promises a night of unforgettable comedy, big laughs, top-tier entertainment, and moments you’ll be talking about long after the show. The rib-tickling event, organized by […] The post Comedian Salvado announces Africa Laughs Season 7 with I&M Bank as lead sponsor first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:07:34
NUP Schedules Kampala Rallies Upon Bobi Wine Nomination
[Nile Post] The National Unity Platform (NUP) has announced plans to stage two rallies in Kampala on September 23, 2025, shortly after the nomination of its presidential aspirant Robert Kyagulanyi, better known as Bobi Wine.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:38:15
UAE Envoy dismisses reports of visa ban on Ugandans
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) ambassador to Uganda, Abdalla Hassan AlShamsi, has dismissed reports claiming that his country has imposed a visa ban on Ugandan nationals. Speaking to the New Vision, AlShamsi said there has been no official communication from Abu Dhabi regarding any such restrictions. “What is circulating out there is false,” he clarified. […] The post UAE Envoy dismisses reports of visa ban on Ugandans first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:45:28
Forest Cottages unveils special fares for extended stay packages for September and October
Forest Cottages has rolled out a new range of special accommodation packages designed to give guests more value the longer they stay. The offer will run until end of October, 2025. Tucked away in the lush greenery of Naguru, this peaceful urban retreat is perfect for romantic getaways, solo escapes, or laid-back holidays—and now, visitors […] The post Forest Cottages unveils special fares for extended stay packages for September and October first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:07:18
Old boys return home for Chaapa League season finale
All is set for an action-packed matchday as the Chaapa League, powered by Guinness, climaxes with a grand finale this Saturday, September 20, at Mbarara High School. After kicking off in February, the Chaapa League, now in its 10th season, will bring together former students of Mbarara High School for a memorable celebration of sportsmanship, […] The post Old boys return home for Chaapa League season finale first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:47:33
UGEFA and I&M Bank Launch Strategic Partnership to Catalyse Green Enterprise Finance in Uganda
The Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator (UGEFA) and I&M Bank Uganda, are delighted to announce the beginning of a dynamic new partnership, focused on accelerating Uganda’s shift to a resilient, low-carbon, and inclusive economy. This marks the first collaboration between UGEFA and I&M Bank, uniting both organisations’ commitment to supporting the next generation of green […] The post UGEFA and I&M Bank Launch Strategic Partnership to Catalyse Green Enterprise Finance in Uganda first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:54:50
After nine concerts, the 10th had to break the mould—Navio speaks about upcoming concert
Hip Hop artsite Daniel Kigozi Jr, popularly known as Navio, is set to hold his 10th concert — #NavioOrchestraLive — scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Kampala Serena Hotel. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Navio said the landmark show is meant to celebrate artistry, culture, and innovation while offering fans something they […] The post After nine concerts, the 10th had to break the mould—Navio speaks about upcoming concert first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:26:48
Religious Leaders Call for Peaceful, Inclusive Elections Ahead of 2026 Polls
[Nile Post] Religious leaders in Uganda have urged faith communities, political actors, and citizens to uphold peace, unity, and inclusiveness as the country prepares for the 2026 general elections.
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@allafrica Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:19:37
Bobi Wine Questions Why No Arrests After BBC Dubai Sex Trafficking Report
[Nile Post] National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, has criticised the Ugandan government for what he says is failing to take action following a BBC documentary exposing the trafficking of Ugandan women to Dubai for sexual exploitation.
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@allafrica Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:53:10
Heifer Partners With Agri-Tech Company for Tractor Financing Model to Farmers
[Nile Post] Farm equipment company , Hello Tractor has partnered with Heifer International to use technology to bring new ideas and disruptive innovations that will improve farming, increase food supply, and create jobs along the agricultural chain.
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