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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:26:35
Busoga Kingdom,UN Engage School-Going Children in Dialogue On Teenage Pregnancy
[Nile Post] The Busoga Kingdom, in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), held a high-level dialogue with school-going children to address the root causes of teenage pregnancy in the region.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:20:45
Third Term - Let It Not Be Business As Usual
[Nile Post] As the third school term approaches, many parents and guardians are preparing to send their children back to school. Unlike previous terms, the upcoming third term is promotional, meaning it comes with heightened intensity.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:26:32
Byanyima Eager for Free-Besigye Peaceful Walk
[Nile Post] UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima has pledged to join a peaceful walk in solidarity with detained opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye, whose prolonged imprisonment without bail has drawn widespread criticism and fueled accusations of political persecution.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:21:17
Expect More Independents As Parties Fail On Internal Democracy, Says Muguzi
[Nile Post] The Executive Director of the Alliance for Finance Monitoring, Henry Muguzi, has warned that Uganda is likely to witness heightened levels of political violence and unchecked campaign spending in the upcoming elections, similar to or worse than those experienced in 2021.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:21:38
Govt to Save Over Shs2.6tn With Energy Efficiency Bill By 2030 - Minister Okaasai
[Nile Post] KAMPALA - Uganda is positioning energy efficiency at the heart of its development strategy as government projections show that the upcoming Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill, 2024, could save the economy more than $682 million (Shs2.6 trillion) by 2030.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:23:52
Govt Boosts Greater Luweero Farmers With Agricultural Inputs
[Nile Post] LUWEERO -- The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has delivered agricultural inputs worth millions of shillings to farmers in the Greater Luweero region as part of the Agricultural Value Chain Project.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:24:10
Esa Blue Economy Platform to Consolidate Ecofish Legacy
[Nile Post] The EU-funded ECOFISH Programme, which has been implemented by the Indian Ocean Commission in partnership with COMESA, EAC, IGAD, and SADC, is set to conclude on September 12, 2025.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:26:42
NRM to Submit Presidential Nomination Signatures to Electoral Commission
[Nile Post] The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) is set to present signatures backing its presidential bid to the Electoral Commission (EC), as part of the nomination process ahead of the 2026 general elections.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:27:50
Naaki - Pebuu Unveils Comic Book to Simplify Financial Literacy in Uganda
[Nile Post] Pebuu Africa has unveiled Naaki: The Chronicles of a Bank Agent, a comic book designed to bring financial literacy to entrepreneurs and communities across Uganda in an engaging, relatable, and entertaining way.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 11 Sep 2025 23:00:00
UBA pledges $150 million to Kenya’s infrastructure as CEO leads high-level talks with President Ruto
The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Oliver Alawuba, on Tuesday led a high-powered delegation on a working visit to the Kenyan President and other top government functionaries, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to accelerating investment and supporting inclusive growth in the country and the whole region. The Kenyan President, […] The post UBA pledges $150 million to Kenya’s infrastructure as CEO leads high-level talks with President Ruto first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:12:11
Namboole Stadium to undergo new phase of renovation that will see the facility’s seating capacity rise to 60,000
Mandela National Stadium, popularly known as Namboole, has officially shut its gates once again to pave the way for the third and most ambitious phase of renovations. This latest upgrade is set to transform Uganda’s largest sporting facility into a modern, world-class arena. The works will expand the stadium’s seating capacity from just over 40,000 […] The post Namboole Stadium to undergo new phase of renovation that will see the facility’s seating capacity rise to 60,000 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:23:56
Court allows men to take their wives’ surnames
South Africa’s Constitutional Court has struck down a law that prevented men from taking their wives’ surnames, declaring it discriminatory and unconstitutional. The judges ruled that the ban had no valid government purpose and unfairly reinforced gender inequality. They explained that while the law directly restricted men, it was even more harmful to women because […] The post Court allows men to take their wives’ surnames first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:28:44
Rema laughs off breakup rumours with Dr. Hamzah
Singer Rema Namakula has finally addressed swirling rumours that her marriage to Dr. Hamzah Ssebunya was on the rocks. For days, gossip circles buzzed with claims that the couple had split following alleged infidelity, with some even suggesting that Rema had already packed her bags and walked out of their marital home. But the lovebirds […] The post Rema laughs off breakup rumours with Dr. Hamzah first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:23:57
World Bank Calls for Urgent Action As Uganda Launches Climate Change Strategies
[Nile Post] The World Bank has urged Uganda to step up implementation of its climate change strategies, warning that inaction could result in devastating economic and social consequences for millions of people.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:42:24
Johnnie Walker Uganda Open leads the way in golf’s future through green preservation
The 2025 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open has brought new life to Lugazi Hills Golf and Country Club, a par-71 course, now buzzing with the energy of golfers, fans, and visitors from across the region and beyond. For many, this is their first time experiencing the sweeping valleys, forest edges, and sugar-green hills that make Lugazi […] The post Johnnie Walker Uganda Open leads the way in golf’s future through green preservation first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 11 Sep 2025 23:01:00
Kabira Country Club expansion in full swing as photos reveal major progress
The much-anticipated expansion and extension works at Kabira Country Club in Bukoto are now in full swing, with recent photos from the site showcasing remarkable progress. Vcon Construction Uganda Limited, owned by tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia—the facility’s proprietor—is spearheading the upgrade, which is expected to be completed very soon. The expanded facility will feature a shopping […] The post Kabira Country Club expansion in full swing as photos reveal major progress first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:31:27
PHOTOS: Inside The Ultimate Don Julio 1942 Experience
Last night at Mezo Noir was that one night you wished you hadn’t missed. And yes, I’m talking about the Don Julio Mezo Noir Takeover that lit up the luxurious Kolo hangout. Now I know some of you will say, “I didn’t score an invite.” I get it, it was strictly invite-only. So please, allow […] The post PHOTOS: Inside The Ultimate Don Julio 1942 Experience first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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