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@sqoop Fri, 11 Jul 2025 08:31:56
Stecia Mayanja unveiled as president of National Peasants Party
In a move that has sent ripples through Uganda’s political and entertainment circles, celebrated singer and actress Stecia Mayanja has been unveiled as the new President of the National Peasants Party (NPP), formally marking her dramatic entry into active politics. Once best known for her emotive ballads like “Equalizer” and “Kawompo”, as well as her […] The post Stecia Mayanja unveiled as president of National Peasants Party first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Fri, 11 Jul 2025 07:26:29
Bank of Africa Executive Director Sees New Budget As Inclusive
[Independent (Kampala)] The Shs 72.1 trillion budget for FY2025/26 sends a powerful signal that Uganda is open for business, and this time, the private sector is not just participating but leading the transformation.
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@allafrica Fri, 11 Jul 2025 07:25:16
Equity Bank Disburses Equi-Green Credit Facility Worth Sh22 Billion in 3 Years
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Equity Bank is emerging as a key driver of clean energy access through its transformative Equi-Green credit facility. Since its launch in 2022, the Bank has disbursed an Equi-Green credit facility worth over sh22 billion.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Jul 2025 06:06:36
Bebe Cool pushes for East African collaboration and use of collective numbers to take over the world musically
When music star Moses Ssali, popularly known as Bebe Cool, announced a media tour to promote his new album Break The Chains, many assumed he would simply visit media houses in Kenya and Tanzania to discuss the songs on his album and similar topics. However, the outspoken singer has proven that his mission was much […] The post Bebe Cool pushes for East African collaboration and use of collective numbers to take over the world musically first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Fri, 11 Jul 2025 04:42:12
Most Well-Off East Africans Revealed
[Independent (Kampala)] African countries, however, fare very badly on life evaluation and Uganda, which is the best in East Africa, is ranked at 112 globally out of 140 countries. Ethiopia, whose mean life evaluation is 5.68, is ranked globally at 114, Kenya is next at global rank 115, Tanzania 136, and DR Congo is at 139 out 140 countries with an average life evaluation of 4.78.
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@sqoop Fri, 11 Jul 2025 04:00:42
The broth my brother made and Kampala’s renaissance men
See, me I do not know how to care for humans. My speciality is to care for things, for places. And I accept my failings. But my brother belongs to that tribe of Kampala’s renaissance men. I have a hate and love-affair with eulogies. There is a part of eulogies that is over-compensatory. That part […] The post The broth my brother made and Kampala’s renaissance men first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 10 Jul 2025 23:00:00
One shot dead, another arrested in foiled mobile money robbery in Kitintale
A suspected armed robbery targeting mobile money agents in Kitintale, a suburb of Kampala, was foiled on Thursday, leaving one suspect dead and another arrested According to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Patrick Onyango, two armed men attacked mobile money operators Ibrahim Ssebanenya and Rashid Kyeyune at the Kitintale trading centre, making off with an undisclosed […] The post One shot dead, another arrested in foiled mobile money robbery in Kitintale first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Jul 2025 03:28:19
State Prosecutor found dead at her home in Kasangati
Police in Kasangati, Wakiso District, have launched an investigation into the death of Senior State Attorney Fatuma Bbuye Nabiwemba, whose body was discovered inside her home in Wampeewo on Thursday evening. Nabiwemba, 47, served as an Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). She was reportedly last […] The post State Prosecutor found dead at her home in Kasangati first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:19:20
Jacob Kiplimo shines at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked as new Galaxy Watch 8 launches
At Samsung’s latest Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday, all eyes were not only on the tech giant’s newest gadgets—but also on Uganda’s long-distance star, Jacob Kiplimo. The World Half Marathon Record Holder made a special appearance to endorse Samsung’s latest wearable, the Galaxy Watch 8. Taking to the stage, Kiplimo praised the new watch for […] The post Jacob Kiplimo shines at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked as new Galaxy Watch 8 launches first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:39:09
Winnie Nwagi vows to keep slapping fans who touch her without consent
Singer Winnie Nwagi has once again sparked controversy after a video of her slapping a male fan during a performance in Rukungiri went viral. In the clip, widely shared on social media, the Swangz Avenue star is seen striking a reveller in the crowd. Addressing the incident in an interview with Mr. Henrie, Nwagi admitted […] The post Winnie Nwagi vows to keep slapping fans who touch her without consent first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 10 Jul 2025 23:55:20
Opposition Parties Vow Legal Battle Over Financing Freeze
[Nile Post] Opposition parties are protesting a new directive barring the Electoral Commission from disbursing government funds to political parties with representation in Parliament--an amendment they say threatens the future of multiparty democracy and undermines fair political competition.
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@allafrica Thu, 10 Jul 2025 23:35:59
Minister Kyofatogabye Warns Kampala Voters Against Electing Absentee Councilors Ahead of 2026 Polls
[Nile Post] The State Minister for Kampala, Kabuye Kyofatogabye, has cautioned Kampala city residents to critically assess the candidates they choose in the upcoming 2026 elections, urging them to avoid electing councilors who abandon their duties for personal gain abroad.
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@allafrica Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:46:14
Nambooze Calls for Structured Dialogue With President Museveni
[Nile Post] Mukono Municipality Member of Parliament Betty Nambooze has stated that the National Unity Platform (NUP) is open to dialogue with President Museveni, but emphasised the need for a structured and transparent approach.
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@allafrica Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:46:15
Imam Kasozi - Ipod Driven By Money, Not Dialogue
[Nile Post] Academic and political analyst Imam Idi Kasozi has criticised the Inter-Party Organisation for Dialogue (IPOD), claiming the platform is more about financial gain than meaningful political engagement.
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@allafrica Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:17:20
UN Women, AU, Launch African Girls Can Code Initiative in Fort Portal
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- UN Women, in partnership with the Government of Uganda and the African Union Commission, has launched the third phase of the African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI) at Mountains of the Moon University in the Mid- Western Region of Uganda.
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@allafrica Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:17:48
Ncba Launches Inaugural Parent & Child Golf Tournament At Uganda Golf Club
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- NCBA Bank Uganda hosted its inaugural Parent and Child Golf Tournament at the Uganda Golf Club last weekend, bringing together parents and their aspiring young golfers for a memorable fun day filled with friendly competition, skill-sharing, and quality family bonding on the greens.
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@allafrica Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:18:39
Mark & Friends Charity Foundation Rallies Community to Collect Supplies for Pupils in Kanungu
[Independent (Kampala)] Kanungu -- On July 5, 2025, what began as a simple call to action; "Everybody Deserves to Be Smart", turned into a remarkable display of generosity and shared purpose. Through the Mark & Friends Charity Drive, dozens of community members came together to donate school uniforms, clean clothes, and sanitary products in support of pupils at Nyakabungo Equatorial Primary School in Kanungu District.
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@allafrica Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:48:08
Absa Business Club Relaunched With Strategic Partners to Drive Trade, Innovation and SME Resilience
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Absa Bank Uganda today officially relaunched its flagship Absa Business Club, an enhanced platform designed to accelerate the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through holistic business support, strategic networking, and access to regional and international markets.
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