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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:06:53
NUP Kicks Off Party Vetting Process, Ssebagala Explains Ticket Requirements
[Nile Post] The National Unity Platform (NUP) has commenced its party vetting process, marking a crucial step in the selection of candidates for the 2026 general elections.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:06:54
Munyagwa Calls for Fresh NRM Primaries Free of Firearms
[Nile Post] Former Kawempe South MP Mubarak Munyagwa has called for the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) to organize fresh primary elections--this time in a peaceful environment devoid of intimidation and firearms.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:06:55
Mwanza Nears Completion of Regional Maritime Rescue Coordination Center for Lake Victoria
[Nile Post] Mwanza, Tanzania -- -- Construction of the Regional Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (RMRCC) in Mwanza is nearing completion, marking a major milestone in efforts to enhance maritime safety across the Lake Victoria Basin.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:06:56
Malende Donates Shs10m As NUP Launches Vetting for Kampala Flag Bearers
[Nile Post] Kampala Woman Member of Parliament Shamim Malende has donated Shs10 million to the National Unity Platform (NUP) as the party launched its week-long vetting exercise for parliamentary flag bearers across Kampala.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:06:56
Police Admit, Guns Recovered in Foiled Shs50m Kyotera Coffee Factory Robbery Belong to Force
[Nile Post] Police have admitted that the two guns recovered from armed thugs who had robbed shs50 million from a coffee factory in Kyotera belong to the force.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:06:57
Luweero Leaders Decry Poor School Infrastructure, Calls for Govt Support
[Nile Post] Leaders in Luweero District have raised serious concerns over the poor state of infrastructure in government-aided schools, urging the central government to intervene and address the chronic shortage of classrooms, staff quarters, and pit latrines which continue to hinder academic performance.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:06:58
NRM to Elect 2026 Presidential Flag Bearer At National Conference in August
[Nile Post] The National Resistance Movement (NRM) will hold its 4th National Conference from August 27 to 28, 2025, at Kololo Independence Grounds, where the party is expected to elect its presidential flag bearer for the 2026 general elections.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:06:58
Mubaje Launches Drive to Support Needy Students
[Nile Post] The Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, has launched a nationwide resource mobilization campaign aimed at supporting financially disadvantaged students and strengthening infrastructure at the Islamic Call University College (ICUC).
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@kfm Tue, 29 Jul 2025 08:53:59
Police issues traffic advisory ahead of CHAN
By Mike Sebalu The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has issued a traffic advisory ahead of CHAN 2024 tournament in Uganda. This tournament is co-hosted with two other reginal countries including Kenya and Tanzania. With the tournament set to commence on 2nd-30th August, police expects a heavy traffic around Kampala, Entebbe and all key venues due to team movements, training sessions, and matches. Michael Kananura, the Directorate’s spokesperson says some road junctions will be diverted effective 2nd August. He cites the Naalya junction where trucks will be diverted to Kyaliwajjala–Ssonde. At Seeta junction, trucks will be redirected to Namugongo, at Kinawattaka, no truck will be allowed to access Kireka and at Bweyogerere, vehicles will be re-routed to Kinawataka Rd […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 28 Jul 2025 23:03:00
Tanqueray sets the stage for Kampala Style and Fashion Brunch return with exclusive cocktail tasting
After a six-month hiatus, the Kampala Style and Fashion Brunch is set to make its grand comeback on August 3rd at Noni Vie. In a glamorous prelude to this anticipated return, Tanqueray hosted an exclusive cocktail tasting experience at Noni Vie to give the tastemakers and trendsetters a first taste of what to expect. The […] The post Tanqueray sets the stage for Kampala Style and Fashion Brunch return with exclusive cocktail tasting first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:47:55
18-year-old Congolese national arrested for kidnapping 2-year-old boy in Kampala, initially demanding Shs30 million ransom before lowering it to Shs20k
A joint operation by Crime Intelligence and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has led to the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect accused of kidnapping a two-year-old boy in Kampala and demanding a ransom that shockingly dropped from Shs30 million to just Shs20,000. The suspect, Amani Justa, a Congolese national from Ruchuru District in the […] The post 18-year-old Congolese national arrested for kidnapping 2-year-old boy in Kampala, initially demanding Shs30 million ransom before lowering it to Shs20k first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:36:08
Rwashande Denies Claims of Military Interference in Lwemiyaga Primaries
[Nile Post] Brig Gen Emmanuel Rwashande has dismissed allegations of military interference in the recently concluded NRM parliamentary primaries in Lwemiyaga County.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 29 Jul 2025 03:36:55
When and how Ugandans in the diaspora can renew their national IDs
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has confirmed the launch of a national ID renewal exercise for Ugandans living abroad, set to begin next month. This follows the successful rollout of the mass registration and renewal exercise within Uganda, which began in May and has so far registered over five million citizens. NIRA says […] The post When and how Ugandans in the diaspora can renew their national IDs first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 02:00:49
Murari Denies Insulting Mbarara Residents in Viral Screenshot
[Nile Post] Former Mbarara City mayoral aspirant Seith Murari has disowned a viral screenshot circulating on social media that appears to show him insulting the people of Mbarara, describing it as the work of impostors trying to tarnish his name.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 29 Jul 2025 02:30:00
CHAN Shs37.2 billion prize money: How much will each team get?
Preparations are in full swing as 19 national teams gear up for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), a prestigious tournament exclusively reserved for players active in their domestic leagues. Set to run from 2 to 30 August 2025, CHAN 2024 will be co-hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, marking a historic collaboration in East […] The post CHAN Shs37.2 billion prize money: How much will each team get? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:01:53
How police tracked down and arrested panga-wielding thugs behind a robbery spree in Mukono and Wakiso
Police in Mukono have arrested three suspects involved in a violent overnight robbery spree that stretched across several villages in Goma Division, Mukono District, and parts of Wakiso. According to a police statement, the incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning at around 3:00 am, when a group of criminals armed with pangas […] The post How police tracked down and arrested panga-wielding thugs behind a robbery spree in Mukono and Wakiso first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:17:58
Golfers to honor Brian Toolit in two-day memorial tournament at Uganda Golf Club
Brian Toolit, a former professional golfer and coach who passed away in March this year at the age of 37 after a battle with cancer, will be honored with a memorial golf tournament. The event will be held over two days, Tuesday 29th July and Wednesday 30th July, at Uganda Golf Club in Kitante, Kampala, […] The post Golfers to honor Brian Toolit in two-day memorial tournament at Uganda Golf Club first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:00:30
Parliament Resumes Amid Concerns of Low Attendance and Post-Primary Fallout
[Nile Post] Parliament is set to resume its sittings on Tuesday, July 29, after a two-month recess dominated by political party primaries--but concerns are mounting over potentially low attendance as many MPs continue to grapple with the aftermath of bruising intra-party contests.
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