Equity Group AGM Approves Kshs. 16bn Dividend and New Directors

[Nile Post] Equity Group Holdings Plc has approved a Kshs. 16 billion dividend payout and cleared key governance and expansion resolutions during its 21st Annual General Meeting (AGM) held virtually.

June Edition of the Daycation Brunch X Don Julio a Heavy Feast

[Nile Post] There are few better ways to close out a weekend than with good music, great food, stylish company, and a glass of something premium in hand. That was the exact vibe this past Sunday at Silo Lounge as the June edition of the Daycation Brunch unfolded in full flair, once again sponsored by luxury tequila brand Don Julio.

Equity Group Expands Beyond Africa With New UAE Representative Office

[Nile Post] Equity Group has received shareholder approval to establish a Representative Office in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), signalling a major step in its strategic expansion beyond the African continent.

Uvtab, State House Team Up to Certify Skilling Hub Trainees Under New Tvet Act

[Nile Post] The top leadership of the Presidential Industrial Skilling Hubs, led by Eng. Raymond Kamugisha, Director of Presidential Projects and Industrial Hubs, has held a strategic meeting with the Uganda Vocational and Technical Assessment Board (UVTAB) to align training and assessment of skilling beneficiaries with the new Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Act 2025.

17 Remanded Over Terrorism As Govt Tightens Noose Around Electricity Infrastructure Vandalism

[Nile Post] A total of 17 people have been remanded to Luzira on terrorism charges after being arrested over electricity infrastructure vandalism.

Bugerere Rally Returns to Kayunga With Boost for Local School

[Nile Post] The Eastern Motor Club (EMC) has announced a major community initiative alongside the launch of the Bugerere Stabex Rally, pledging to construct classroom blocks for a struggling primary school in Kayunga District.

NRM Boasts of Unity, Mocks Disorganised Opposition Ahead of 2026 Polls

[Nile Post] The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has lashed out at opposition parties, accusing them of lacking organisation and clear political direction, as Uganda inches closer to the 2026 general elections.

Russian hand-thrown grenade detonated at Alien Skin’s construction site

Police on July 1, 2025, conducted a controlled detonation of a suspected explosive device at singer Patrick Mulwana alias Alien Skin’s home in Makindye, Kampala. The news of the incident which largely went viral on Tik Tok on Tuesday evening has been confirmed by the Police Force today. According to Kampala Metropolitan Spokesperson Patrick Onyango,police […] The post Russian hand-thrown grenade detonated at Alien Skin’s construction site first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

UPDF helicopter crashes near Mogadishu Airport, killing five people

A Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mi-24 helicopter, aircraft tail number AUO-015, has crashed near Mogadishu International Airport in Somalia, killing five of the eight people on board. The incident occurred at around 7:30 a.m. while the helicopter was conducting a routine combat escort mission. According to a statement released by the UPDF, the aircraft […] The post UPDF helicopter crashes near Mogadishu Airport, killing five people first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Uganda, Burundi Struggle With Oldest Trucks in the Region

[Nile Post] Uganda and Burundi are falling far behind their East African neighbours in tackling vehicle emissions, with a shocking average truck age of 37 years, a new study has revealed. Experts warn this trend is fuelling air pollution, road fatalities, and rising health crises.

StakeHolders unite to Strengthen Uganda’s Cyber Leadership IT  Kampala – As Uganda advances its digital transformation, cyber threats are rising at an alarming rate. Government institutions, financial services, telecoms, and critical infrastructure providers are increasingly targeted by sophisticated cybercriminals, putting national systems at serious risk. To address this, Milima Cyber Academy (MCA) has partnered with the European Cyber Security Initiative (ECSI) and the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV) to build cybersecurity capacity among Uganda’s top leaders. “Uganda’s critical information infrastructure remains a growing concern,” said Emmanuel Chagara, CEO of Milima Cyber Academy. “Despite progress in policy and awareness, many organizations still lack coordinated, robust cybersecurity frameworks.” The urgency is underscored by the Uganda Police Force Annual Report, which shows […]

Nile Breweries ,Uru Meet South African Envoy Ahead of Rugby Africa Cup and Webb Ellis Trophy Tour

[Nile Post] In a significant show of partnership and pan-African unity, a joint delegation from Nile Breweries and the Uganda Rugby Union (URU) paid a courtesy visit to the South African High Commission in Kampala ahead of two landmark events: the Rugby Africa Cup 2025 and the Webb Ellis Cup Tour.

Uganda Plots Cleaner Fuel Future Under New Energy Plan

[Nile Post] Uganda is intensifying efforts to combat energy-related emissions and modernize its fuel systems as the country prepares to implement its Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV), set to run from 2025/26 to 2029/30.

Ushindi Gears for 25-Year Milestone Celebrations With Road Walk

[Nile Post] Ushindi Primary and Secondary School kicked off celebrations marking 25 years of academic and spiritual excellence with a colourful road walk on Tuesday.

Gen Rwashande Denies Ordering Army to Shoot Ssekikubo Supporters in Lwemiyaga

[Nile Post] Brigadier-General Emmanuel Rwashande has denied ordering soldiers to open fire during a violent confrontation in Lwemiyaga last week that left one man, Fred Ssembusi, dead and others injured--including his political rival, Theodore Ssekikubo.

Tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia to deliver keynote speech at 2025 UK-Africa Investment Summit in London

Ugandan business magnate Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia is among the prominent keynote speakers confirmed for the 15th Annual UK-Africa Investment Summit, set for September 12, 2025, at The Royal Horseguards Hotel & One Whitehall Place in London. Recognised as the UK’s flagship platform for trade and investment with the African continent, the summit will bring together […] The post Tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia to deliver keynote speech at 2025 UK-Africa Investment Summit in London first appeared on Matooke Republic.

NRM supporters sent to prison over street robbery during Museveni’s nomination event

Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court has remanded 16 youth supporters of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) to Luzira Prison on robbery charges. The group, aged between 16 and 28, appeared before Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate Winnie Nankya Jatiko on Tuesday, where they were formally charged with one count of robbery. All pleaded not […] The post NRM supporters sent to prison over street robbery during Museveni’s nomination event first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Ministry of Health Commissions 134 Community Health Workers in Kyotera

[Nile Post] The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Diana Atwine, has commissioned 134 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) who successfully completed six months of training in Kyotera District.

Experts Urge Investment in Reproductive Rights As Fertility Preferences Shift in Uganda

[Nile Post] As the global conversation on fertility shifts from population numbers to personal rights, experts in Uganda are calling for increased investment in reproductive agency to address what is now being described as the "real fertility crisis."

Govt to Avail Water for Irrigation in the Hilly Areas of Rubanda ,Minister Musasizi Reveals

[Nile Post] The state Minister of finance Henry Musasizi has Revealed that Government Plans to avail Water for irrigation in Hilly Areas of Rubanda District.