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@matookerepublic Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:18:50
Rotary Club of Kampala Early Bird installs I&M Bank's Executive Director- Sam Ntulume as Seventh President
The Rotary Club of Kampala Early Bird has installed IM Bank Executive Director and Chief Operations Officer- Sam Ntulume, as its seventh president, succeeding Victoria Kayagga Kigundu. Ntulume will serve a one-year term, in line with the Rotary tradition that mandates all club presidents at both the local and international levels to hold office for The post Rotary Club of Kampala Early Bird installs I&M Bank's Executive Director- Sam Ntulume as Seventh President first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:24:19
KCCA bolster midfield with signing of Yunus Sibira
Uganda Premier League side KCCA FC have strengthened their midfield ahead of the 2026/27 Uganda Premier League season with the signing of experienced defensive midfielder Yunus Sibira on a two-year contract. The 29-year-old joins the Kasasiro Boys from Kitara FC, where he established himself as one of the leagues most reliable midfielders through his commanding
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@matookerepublic Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:43:00
Speke Resort Munyonyo nominated for Best Luxury MICE Resort at the prestigious Luxe Global Awards 2026
Speke Resort Munyonyo has earned international recognition after being nominated for Best Luxury MICE Resort at the Luxe Global Awards 2026, one of the worlds leading honours for excellence in the luxury hospitality industry. The nomination highlights the resorts reputation as one of Ugandas premier destinations for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE), thanks to The post Speke Resort Munyonyo nominated for Best Luxury MICE Resort at the prestigious Luxe Global Awards 2026 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:13
Muyingo calls for compulsory agriculture education
Jinja, Uganda | URN | The Acting Minister of Education and Sports, Chrysostom Muyingo, is optimistic that making agriculture a compulsory subject in secondary schools will equip young people with the practical skills needed to transform one of Uganda's most important economic sectors. Speaking at the opening of the National Agricultural Education Show in Jinja … The post Muyingo calls for compulsory agriculture education appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:14
Naalya SS student dies in suspected suicide
Kampala, Uganda | URN | A senior four student of Naalya Senior Secondary School, Bweyogerere campus, has died in a suspected case of suicide. Luke Owoyesigyire, the Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy spokesperson, says the incident occurred on Wednesday evening. He explains that the deceased's body was found hanging inside a toilet block in the boys' section. "The … The post Naalya SS student dies in suspected suicide appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:15
Security experts find major gaps in Among investigations
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Fifty-three days after security agencies launched a high-profile money laundering investigation, security experts say fundamental procedural mistakes may have fatally undermined the case, potentially exposing the government to costly legal challenges even if the matter proceeds to trial. The experts argue that investigators departed from established procedures for handling money … The post Security experts find major gaps in Among investigations appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:15
Europe is battling a record‑breaking heatwave
What's making it so severe? COMMENT | ANDREW WATKINS | Sweltering temperatures are shattering records across Europe, as the continent battles a deadly heatwave. On Tuesday (June 23) and Wednesday (June 24), France endured its hottest days in history, with western regions reaching highs of between 39°C and 43°C. Wednesday was the United … The post Europe is battling a record‑breaking heatwave appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:16
From ceasefire to crossfire: How U.S.-Iran tensions spiral in 48 hours
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | U.S. forces launched fresh airstrikes against Iran late Wednesday, prompting Iranian retaliation against U.S. military positions in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar. U.S. President Donald Trump said that he believed the current ceasefire with Iran was "over," declaring he didn't "want to deal with them anymore," after an exchange of attacks between … The post From ceasefire to crossfire: How U.S.-Iran tensions spiral in 48 hours appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@theguardian Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:00:03
Less drugs, less care, less food: how aid cuts have hit Uganda's 2m refugees
Africa's largest refugee population has seen rations and healthcare slashed as funding levels dropThe skies are gloomy over the wattle-and-mud houses of Kiryandongo refugee settlement, home to more than 167,000 people. Spread across an undulating plateau, the crowded camp, 120 miles (200km) north of Uganda's capital, Kampala, draws new arrivals every day as conflicts in Sudan and South Sudan add to the displacement toll. Of nearly 50,000 refugees who have arrived in Uganda since January, more than 1,000 have come to Kiryandongo.Known for its progressive refugee policies, which include granting freedom of movement, land to cultivate, and the right to work and open a bank account, Uganda is home to 2 million refugees – the largest refugee population in Africa – who live in 13 settlements across the country. Continue reading...
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@matookerepublic Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:57:43
NUP Deputy President Muwanga Kivumbi granted bail
The International Crimes Division of the High Court in Wandegeya has released National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy President for Central Uganda and former Butambala County MP Muwanga Kivumbi on bail as he awaits trial on terrorism charges. The court ordered Kivumbi to pay a cash bail of Shs10 million. His co-accused were each granted a The post NUP Deputy President Muwanga Kivumbi granted bail first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:40:28
Gorilla 7s returns to Kabale as regional rugby giants gear up for seventh edition
The Gorilla 7s rugby tournament returns to Kabale this weekend for its seventh edition, bringing together teams from Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi for a three-day celebration of rugby, youth development and sports tourism. The high-altitude sevens tournament, one of the most distinctive events on Uganda's rugby calendar, will feature men's and women's competitions alongside an
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:02
China honors outstanding scientists, sci-tech innovations
BEIJING | Xinhua | Two veteran scientists won China's top sci-tech award for the year 2025 on Wednesday for their groundbreaking contributions to the fields of lithium batteries and radar technology, respectively, as the country honored 258 projects and 11 experts for scientific and technological achievements. Chen Liquan, 86, a researcher at the Institute of … The post China honors outstanding scientists, sci-tech innovations appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:03
Uganda is latest in Africa's destination branding boom
Uganda's latest push to promote the Pearl of Africa abroad reflects a wider African trend, with governments increasingly using national brands to drive tourism, investment, trade, and international partnerships SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Uganda's latest "Explore Uganda, The Pearl of Africa" campaign has turned buses in France into moving billboards, the … The post Uganda is latest in Africa's destination branding boom appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:04
UPSETS, COMEBACKS: How round of 16 reshaped World Cup title race
The World Cup quarter finals lineup July 9, 23:00 : ???????? France vs ???????? Morocco July 10, 22:00 : ???????? Spain vs ???????? Belgium July 12, 00:00 : ???????? Norway vs ???????????????????????????? England July 12, 04:00 : ???????? Argentina vs ???????? Switzerland NEW YORK | Xinhua | The World Cup title race is down to eight teams after a … The post UPSETS, COMEBACKS: How round of 16 reshaped World Cup title race appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:04
Public urged to donate blood as Housing Finance Bank hosts lifesaving drive tomorrow
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandans have been urged to turn up in large numbers tomorrow, July 10, to donate blood during Housing Finance Bank's fifth annual blood donation drive as the country continues to grapple with a shortage of lifesaving blood supplies. The exercise, organised in partnership with Universal M. Enterprises Affordable Housing … The post Public urged to donate blood as Housing Finance Bank hosts lifesaving drive tomorrow appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:56:07
Police arrest suspected serial robber linked to violent attacks in Kiwatule
Police have arrested a man believed to be behind a series of violent robberies that have left residents of Kiwatule in Kampala living in fear. The suspect, identified as Joel Nkwasibwe, had reportedly been on the police watch list over allegations that he was involved in repeatedly attacking and robbing people in the area, particularly The post Police arrest suspected serial robber linked to violent attacks in Kiwatule first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:24:24
"You're making men hate proposals," Winnie Nwagi tips women on how to respectfully turn down men during public proposals
Singer Winnie Nwagi has weighed in on the growing trend of women rejecting marriage proposals in public, saying such moments should be handled with more kindness and respect. The musician believes that while every woman has the right to decline a proposal, embarrassing a man in front of a crowd is unnecessary, especially if he The post "You're making men hate proposals," Winnie Nwagi tips women on how to respectfully turn down men during public proposals first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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