Trump envoy calls for Sudan-wide arms embargo as drone attacks escalate

A wider arms embargo would require a UN Security Council vote - and Russia and China oppose the move.

King Saha hits back after Viboyo questions his first family ties

King Saha has hit back at fellow musician Viboyo, dismissing his recent remarks and accusing him of struggling with mental health issues. In a strong response, Saha urged the public not to take Viboyo's statements seriously, while saying he would instead try to help him.a "There's a guy called Viboyo; he is mentally disturbed, please. The post King Saha hits back after Viboyo questions his first family ties first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

American singer Tyrese Gibson in Uganda to promote coffee, tourism

American actor and RB singer Tyrese Gibson is in Uganda, where he is exploring the country's coffee industry as part of efforts to promote coffee tourism to international audiences. The Fast Furious and Transformers star is getting a closer look at Uganda's coffee journey, from the farms where the beans are grown to the The post American singer Tyrese Gibson in Uganda to promote coffee, tourism first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Inside Vinka's Live & Loud Concert: Music, Fashion, Dance and Fireworks

Vinka finally gave her fans the concert they had been waiting for, turning her maiden Live Loud show into a high-energy night filled with music, dance, fashion and spectacular moments. After nearly a decade of entertaining partygoers with hit songs, the singer took centre stage last Friday and proved why she remains one of The post Inside Vinka's Live & Loud Concert: Music, Fashion, Dance and Fireworks first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Miss Tourism Uganda unveils 35 contestants

The race for Uganda's tourism crown has officially begun, with 35 young women and nine men unveiled as contestants for the 2026 Miss Tourism Uganda and Man of Tourism competitions. The contestants were introduced to the public over the weekend at Kampala Serena Hotel in a colourful ceremony that turned the pageant into a celebration The post Miss Tourism Uganda unveils 35 contestants first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Bad Black taught me that wealth can attract the wrong friends, Says Spice Diana

According to singer Spice Diana, Bad Black's dramatic journey from lavish wealth to financial struggles carries a lesson that goes far beyond celebrity gossip. The singer says the socialite's experience shows how quickly relationships can change when money disappears, particularly when some of the people who once benefited from your success are no longer around The post Bad Black taught me that wealth can attract the wrong friends, Says Spice Diana first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Angel Liz Murungi crowned Miss Uganda West 2026

The Miss Uganda 2026 regional tour has crowned its latest queen, with Angel Liz Murungi emerging winner of the Western Region leg after a weekend that blended beauty, entertainment and community support. The Western Region finale, held at Motiv in Bugolobi, brought together contestants, fans, content creators and entertainment personalities as the young women competed for The post Angel Liz Murungi crowned Miss Uganda West 2026 first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Drunkenness, Mistrust Among Families Fueling GBV in Northern Uganda

John Segawa blames Chameleone for son Abba Marcus' troubles

Actor and filmmaker John Segawa has sparked debate over the recent troubles involving Jose Chameleone's son, Abba Marcus Mayanja, arguing that the singer should take responsibility for the foundation laid during his son's formative years. Speaking in a recent YouTube interview, Segawa questioned why blame should be placed on the United States, where Abba has The post John Segawa blames Chameleone for son Abba Marcus' troubles first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Anita Among to be released from house arrest

Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has said President Yoweri Museveni has ordered the release of former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among from house arrest. Muhoozi made the announcement on his X account, saying Museveni had instructed him to release Among. "Mzee has also instructed me to release AAA from house arrest. We shall The post Anita Among to be released from house arrest first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Dilapidated "Taxis" flood Kampala roads at night after daytime crackdown

Kampala, Uganda | URN | Commuter taxis in dangerous mechanical condition returned to Kampala roads late in the evening, after largely avoiding a daytime police operation targeting vehicles unfit for the road. Most drivers of the old and worn-out taxis, locally known as Gganyegenya, stayed off the main routes during the day. They left their … The post Dilapidated "Taxis" flood Kampala roads at night after daytime crackdown appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

NSSF reaches deal to end 18-year Tamangalo land dispute

Wakiso, Uganda | URN | The nearly two-decade dispute between the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) and businessman Amos Nzeyi over land at Temangalo, Wakiso District is about to be resolved. The two sides have reportedly agreed on a settlement that will see NSSF receive ten acres of alternative land while Nzeyi retains his home … The post NSSF reaches deal to end 18-year Tamangalo land dispute appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

COMMENT: If we do not fix the pipeline that produces DMC taxis, impounding them will not solve anything

  COMMENT | RONALD AMANYIRE | The crackdown on taxis labelled as being in dangerous mechanical condition has produced the entirely predictable outcome: passengers stranded across the city and an immediate surge in boda‑boda use. That alone exposes a simple truth which is that even in their poor state, these taxis were filling a critical … The post COMMENT: If we do not fix the pipeline that produces DMC taxis, impounding them will not solve anything appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

Jason Arday and the new politics of plagiarism

Accusations of plagiarism have become a potent way to undermine someone's credibility, and if a claim is substantiated, the plagiarist is seen as dishonest   COMMENT | ROGER J. KREUZ | After a meteoric rise to the top ranks of British academia, scholar Jason Arday was found dead at his London home on Aug. 14, 2026. … The post Jason Arday and the new politics of plagiarism appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

COSASE questions UHRC Complaints Director over multiple roles, case closures

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Director of Complaints, Investigations and Legal Services at the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Pauline Nansamba Mutumba, has come under scrutiny over her rapid rise within the commission, multiple responsibilities and the handling of human rights complaints. As Mutumba appeared before the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State … The post COSASE questions UHRC Complaints Director over multiple roles, case closures appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

PRAU At 50 Celebrations

  ???????? Five decades of PR excellence. One historic celebration. Join us for the PRAU At 50 Celebrations and the 10th PRAU Excellence Awards from 20th–23rd October 2026 at Source of the Nile Hotel, Jinja City.????????♂️ Secure your participation through the PRAU Secretariat. #PRAUAt50 Share on: WhatsApp The post PRAU At 50 Celebrations appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

V&A Sherry celebrates Western Region's Finest Young Women at Miss Uganda Regionals

The road to the Miss Uganda crown 2026, rolled into the Western region with beauty, ambition and celebration on full display, as Murungi Angel Liz emerged winner Miss Uganda West 2026. This happened over the weekend where competition, music, and community support brought together contestants, fans and cultural tastemakers from across the region. Held at The post V&A Sherry celebrates Western Region's Finest Young Women at Miss Uganda Regionals first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Sudhir earns Shs2.25 billion Bank of Baroda dividend

Business magnate Dr Sudhir Ruparelia has received a dividend of Shs2.25 billion from Bank of Baroda Uganda, where is the second-largest shareholder and its biggest individual shareholder. The dividend cheque, presented to Sudhir on Monday, August 24, relates to the bank's financial year ended December 31, 2025. Bank of Baroda Uganda declared a dividend of The post Sudhir earns Shs2.25 billion Bank of Baroda dividend first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Police issues new guidelines for national cleaning day; here are the categories of people exempted from cleaning

The Uganda Police Force has issued new guidelines ahead of the National Cleaning Day scheduled for Saturday, 29 August 2026, urging members of the public to take part in cleaning their homes, neighbourhoods, workplaces and public spaces. The nationwide exercise is intended to promote cleaner, healthier and safer communities. As part of the exercise, the The post Police issues new guidelines for national cleaning day; here are the categories of people exempted from cleaning first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Guinness gets Uganda into the Premier League Matchday spirit

The jerseys are out, the WhatsApp groups are noisy again and, after a weekend of Premier League action, Ugandan football fans already have enough ammunition to tease their friends. Matchday One of the 2026/27 Premier League season started on Friday last week and comes to an end tonight when Chelsea travel to Fulham. In between, The post Guinness gets Uganda into the Premier League Matchday spirit first appeared on Matooke Republic.