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@allafrica Wed, 11 Jun 2025 02:44:08
Katikkiro Urges Butambala to Abandon Outdated Practices, Embrace Education
[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged residents of Butambala District to prioritize education and abandon outdated practices that deprive children of formal learning--particularly the habit of sending them to slaughter animals instead of attending school.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Jun 2025 02:22:18
Lawyer Male Mabirizi to sue government over ‘illegal’ traffic fines, says it must refund with interest
Outspoken human rights lawyer Male Mabirizi has announced plans to take legal action against the government, accusing it of unlawfully enforcing traffic penalties under the Electronic Penalty System (EPS). Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, Mabirizi argued that the EPS fines lack legal standing because they were never published in the Uganda Gazette, as […] The post Lawyer Male Mabirizi to sue government over ‘illegal’ traffic fines, says it must refund with interest first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:02:16
MP Joyce Bagala says she will seek reelection in Mityana District on NUP ticket
Joyce Bagala, the Mityana Woman Member of Parliament, has confirmed her intention to contest for re-election in 2026 on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket, despite a history of strained relations with the party. Sources close to the party reveal that Bagala quietly picked up NUP’s nomination forms earlier this month—a move that signals her […] The post MP Joyce Bagala says she will seek reelection in Mityana District on NUP ticket first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:31:53
New York Red Bulls promote former Uganda Cranes captain Ibrahim Sekagya to first team assistant coach
The New York Red Bulls have officially promoted Ibrahim Sekagya to a full-time role as Assistant Coach for the First Team, the club announced on Tuesday. “We’re excited to welcome Ibra [Sekagya] to our first team coaching staff on a full-time basis,” said Jochen Schneider, Head of Sport. “He’s played a key role in developing […] The post New York Red Bulls promote former Uganda Cranes captain Ibrahim Sekagya to first team assistant coach first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:52:00
How I Saved President Museveni From a Plane Crash in 1995 - Capt Mukula
[Nile Post] Flight Captain George Michael Mukula, the former presidential pilot and current NRM Vice Chairman for Eastern Uganda, has shared a dramatic account of how he averted a near-fatal plane crash involving President Museveni on September 30, 1995.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:51:59
Govt to Review Express Penalty System After Public Backlash
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Works and Transport has announced a review of the Automated Express Penalty System (EPS) following widespread public concerns over its implementation.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:51:58
Public Outcry Forces Govt to Review Express Penalty System
[Nile Post] The government has confirmed it is reviewing the implementation of the Automated Express Penalty System (EPS) following widespread public backlash over speed and red-light enforcement measures.
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@sqoop Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:29:52
Valentino Kabenge to represent Uganda through dance
Ugandan dancer Valentino Kabenge is going to be touring nine cities across the United Kingdom at the Viva Carnival with Strictly Come Dancing’s Oti Mabuse this June. The Viva Carnival is a touring dance spectacle across nine major UK cities, including Manchester, Blackpool, and Birmingham, among others, with the grand finale in the West End […] The post Valentino Kabenge to represent Uganda through dance first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:57:27
aBi Development hosts stakeholder meeting to empower young women entrepreneurs in agriculture through coffee
aBi Development Ltd, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, hosted a stakeholder engagement at the Kampala Serena Hotel to align efforts towards empowering young women entrepreneurs in agriculture through coffee. The meeting brought together leaders from government, the private sector, producer organisations, development partners, and financial institutions to explore a […] The post aBi Development hosts stakeholder meeting to empower young women entrepreneurs in agriculture through coffee first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:05:00
PHOTOS: Bakiga Nation celebrates 10 years of culture and heritage with Pilsner Lager
The Millennium Grounds came alive with the spirit of Bakiga Nation on Sunday as the standout celebration of culture, heritage and togetherness marked its 10th anniversary. As the proud sponsor, Pilsner Lager elevated the festivities, adding its bold, authentic energy to this milestone event. From the moment guests streamed into the venue, it was clear […] The post PHOTOS: Bakiga Nation celebrates 10 years of culture and heritage with Pilsner Lager first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Jun 2025 06:12:40
Uproar Over Kenyan Teacher Who Died in Police Custody
[Independent (Kampala)] Nairobi -- More security personnel were sent to the City Mortuary on Tuesday, ahead of a planned autopsy on the body of slain Homa Bay teacher Albert Omondi Ojwang.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:49:45
Rotary International President-Elect Mário César Martins De Camargo Resigns Ahead of Term
[Nile Post] Mário César Martins de Camargo, the 2025-26 Rotary International President-elect, has officially stepped down from his role, citing personal reasons and professional obligations.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:50:14
Mbarara Distributor Reaches New Heights Through Partnership With Coca Cola
[Nile Post] Peter Rwabunyegera, an Official Coca-Cola Distributor (OCCD) with Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), is celebrating a remarkable journey of growth and resilience as he marks a decade of operation in Mbarara.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:52:08
New automated traffic fine system sparks public outcry and safety concerns
The recently launched Automated Electronic Penalty System (EPS) has triggered widespread frustration among motorists, with many accusing it of being punitive, exploitative, and dangerously impractical. Powered by advanced Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras, the system automatically issues fines for traffic violations such as speeding, red-light running, and lane infractions. But while the government promotes […] The post New automated traffic fine system sparks public outcry and safety concerns first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Jun 2025 03:04:33
Life begins at 40: Denis Onyango extends Sundowns stay to mark 20 legendary years in South African football
Veteran Ugandan goalkeeper Denis Onyango has penned a one-year contract extension with South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns, cementing his legacy with an incredible 20 consecutive seasons in the Premier Soccer League (PSL). The 40-year-old shot-stopper, who celebrated his milestone birthday in May, continues to defy expectations with his enduring presence at the top level. His illustrious […] The post Life begins at 40: Denis Onyango extends Sundowns stay to mark 20 legendary years in South African football first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:09:00
INTERVIEW: How Dr. Emma Naluyima is transforming piggery farming through innovation, education and dfcu Bank support
Dr. Emma Naluyima, a renowned Ugandan veterinary doctor, agripreneur, and 2025 judge for the dfcu Bank–Vision Group Best Farmers Competition, is widely celebrated for transforming a small plot of land into a thriving, integrated farm and for inspiring youth and women to see agriculture as both profitable and transformative. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in […] The post INTERVIEW: How Dr. Emma Naluyima is transforming piggery farming through innovation, education and dfcu Bank support first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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