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@uplandMedia Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:19
Movit Foundation builds classroom block in Bunyangabu, skills 78 in new brick technology
Bunyangabu, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | More than 78 residents of Bunyangabu District secured employment and practical construction skills through a Movit Foundation education infrastructure project that has culminated in the handover of a five-classroom block at Kadindimo Primary School. Officials said the project demonstrated an approach to corporate social investment that combines … The post Movit Foundation builds classroom block in Bunyangabu, skills 78 in new brick technology appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:19
Jason Derulo Team initiates content partnership with digital creator Majorboy
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | In a move that underscores the growing influence of East African digital talent on international pop culture, the management team of multi-platinum global pop star Jason Derulo has initiated direct outreach to digital creator and creative director Majorboy for a strategic content collaboration. The partnership centers on driving … The post Jason Derulo Team initiates content partnership with digital creator Majorboy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:19
WHO declares Uganda Ebola-free after 42 days without new case
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda has been re-declared Ebola-free by the World Health Organization after completing the required 42-day period without recording a new confirmed case. The declaration was made on Wednesday by Dr Kasonde Mwinga, the WHO Representative in Uganda, almost a month after the Ministry of Health had earlier declared the country … The post WHO declares Uganda Ebola-free after 42 days without new case appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:31:00
Captain Morgan Takeover set to shake up MUBS this weekend
The best time to have a good time at campus is the beginning of semester and Captain Morgan is making that happen in Nakawa this Saturday the 29th of August at the Akamwesi Hostel parking lot. As Amapiano dominates the Gen Z party scene, the captain said hold my cup!!. Get ready for a complete The post Captain Morgan Takeover set to shake up MUBS this weekend first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:22:41
Socialite Don Chris arrested after over a year on the run in Shs2 billion job scam
Socialite Asiimwe Christian, popularly known as Don Chris, has reportedly been arrested after returning to Uganda, more than a year after going into hiding amid investigations into allegations that hundreds of job seekers were defrauded of more than Shs2 billion through his travel company, Skypins Tours and Travel. Asiimwe, who served as the company's director, The post Socialite Don Chris arrested after over a year on the run in Shs2 billion job scam first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:11:00
Zambia's Chalwe fires bogey-free round to take Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open lead on Day 2
Zambian golfer Gilbert Chalwe produced the round of the tournament so far, firing a bogey-free seven-under-par 65 to seize the lead during day two of the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open on Wednesday, August 26 at Uganda Golf Club. Chalwe was in complete control throughout his round on the par-72 course, rolling in seven The post Zambia's Chalwe fires bogey-free round to take Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open lead on Day 2 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:04:52
How government paid Shs893 million for land with allegedly fake graves to pave way for Nakawuka road construction
A government inspection of the Kisubi-Nakawuka-Mpigi road project has uncovered alleged fraud in the compensation of people whose properties fall within the road reserve, including a case in which Shs893 million was reportedly paid for graves that investigators found to be empty. The discovery was made on Wednesday when Works and Transport Minister Fred Byamukama The post How government paid Shs893 million for land with allegedly fake graves to pave way for Nakawuka road construction first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:14:02
This is not 'Kutomera': Museveni defends Balaam, Nameere anti-corruption inspection, demands swift prosecution
President Yoweri Museveni has thrown his weight behind the anti-corruption inspection campaign led by Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara and State Minister Justine Nameere, saying the ministers are responding to genuine public concerns rather than simply going out to hunt for wrongdoing. The President also wants the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to assign a The post This is not 'Kutomera': Museveni defends Balaam, Nameere anti-corruption inspection, demands swift prosecution first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:00:39
Uganda Amateur Golf Open set for thrilling Day 3
Zambians Chalwe, Musonda turn on screw as Open reaches critical bend Kampala, Uganda | UGU MEDIA | If a Ugandan is going to lift the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Golf Open, he will have to do better than a pair of Zambian golfers who eviscerated the par-72 course at Kitante after a day of … The post Uganda Amateur Golf Open set for thrilling Day 3 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:00:40
Museveni backs Balam, Nameere anti-corruption inspection
Kampala, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Museveni has defended the anti-corruption inspection tours being conducted by Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara and State Minister Justine Nameere, dismissing concerns that the ministers could be "Kutomera" or blindly searching for wrongdoing. Museveni says the inspections are responding to longstanding complaints from citizens about corruption, including alleged … The post Museveni backs Balam, Nameere anti-corruption inspection appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:00:40
More South Sudanese refugees arrested over imvepi riots
Terego, Uganda | URN | Over forty South Sudanese refugees have been arrested and detained in Terego District in connection with Tuesday's riots at Imvepi Refugee Settlement that left offices belonging to the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), UNHCR and police damaged or burnt. The violence followed a dispute over the Refugee Welfare Council … The post More South Sudanese refugees arrested over imvepi riots appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:52:06
Five arrested, 12 motorcycles recovered as Police bust gang targeting new boda bodas in Kampala
Police in Kampala have arrested five suspects and impounded 12 suspected stolen motorcycles following an intelligence-led operation targeting a network believed to be behind a series of motorcycle thefts in the city. The operation was carried out on 25 August 2026 at around 5pm in Ndeeba, Katwe Division, following growing public concern over the increasing The post Five arrested, 12 motorcycles recovered as Police bust gang targeting new boda bodas in Kampala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:11
Western Uganda local leaders heading to Kyankwanzi for NRM Manifesto implementation retreat
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Regional local government leaders across the Western Region are convening August 31-September 04 at the National Institute of Leadership in Kyankwanzi District in a major programme by the Manifesto Implementation Unit (MIU) to equip them with the knowledge and capacity to understand and implement the National Resistance Movement … The post Western Uganda local leaders heading to Kyankwanzi for NRM Manifesto implementation retreat appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:00:46
Western Uganda local leaders in Kyankwanzi for NRM Manifesto implementation team retreat
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Regional local government leaders across the Western Region are convening this week at the National Institute of Leadership in Kyankwanzi District in a major programme by the Manifesto Implementation Unit (MIU) to equip them with the knowledge and capacity to understand and implement the National Resistance Movement (NRM) … The post Western Uganda local leaders in Kyankwanzi for NRM Manifesto implementation team retreat appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:00:47
Zambians take charge at Uganda Amateur Golf Open
Kampala, Uganda | PHILLIP CORRY | Zambia's Gilbert Chalwe upped his game on Wednesday to control Day 2 at the 94th Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open. His fiery 7-under 65 over 36 holes gave him a one-shot lead over day-one leader Joseph Kasozi at the Uganda Golf Club. The towering golfer had a flawless round … The post Zambians take charge at Uganda Amateur Golf Open appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:59:59
'Make Uganda your second home,' Gen Muhoozi tells Tyrese Gibson
Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has welcomed American superstar Tyrese Gibson to Uganda, encouraging him to consider the country a second home and help attract more African Americans to visit. Gen Muhoozi shared the message after meeting Gibson, who is in Uganda for engagements touching on the country's creative arts and tourism sectors. The post 'Make Uganda your second home,' Gen Muhoozi tells Tyrese Gibson first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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