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@allafrica Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:07:14
Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda Empowers University Students
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- University students across Uganda have been equipped with financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills through a programme called Campus Version 2025, supported by Coca- Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) and Family Uplift.
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@allafrica Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:27:31
Museveni to Launch CHAN 2024 Uganda Chapter At Kololo
[Nile Post] President Museveni is expected to officiate the launch of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) Uganda Chapter on Friday, July 25, at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, as Uganda steps up preparations to co-host the continental football tournament.
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@kfm Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:25:48
CSOs urged to build awareness, support Network
By Barbra Anyait Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have been asked to build strong awareness and support networks by providing continuous local training, sharing digital safety resources, and creating peer-support systems for rapid response. Ms. Freda Nalumansi a Research and Advocacy Lead at the UNWANTED WITNESS organization, emphasizes the importance of developing and sharing accessible digital safety resources and guidelines. She also highlights the need to establish peer-support networks and rapid response teams to provide assistance during digital threats, attacks, or security breaches. “We are able to establish that as a result of these unchecked threats that come inform of general surveillance and also infiltration using different spyware technology, have tended to create fear, self-censorship amongst human rights defenders and some […]
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@sqoop Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:13:28
Madoxx Sematimba urges Bebe Cool to transition to industry leadership role
Veteran and legendary musician Madoxx Sematimba has come out and advised Bebe Cool to concentrate on a new field rather than being in active singing. The Namagembe artiste called out the Hidden Agenda artist to put his efforts in industry leadership rather than in active performance. “If Bebe Cool could go back to school and […] The post Madoxx Sematimba urges Bebe Cool to transition to industry leadership role first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:36:51
Bobi Wine body guard Noah Mutwe granted Shs5m cash bail
By Ruth Anderah The Buganda Road Court Chief magistrate Ronald Kayiizi has released on bail Noah Mitala commonly known as Noah Mutwe after clocking the mandatory 60 days on remand without trial. Mutwe is charged with inciting violence and spreading hate speech against several members of the first family including the president and his son Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba. The magistrate has ordered Mutwe to pay a cash bail of 5 million shillings and his sureties to execute a non cash bond of 50 million shillings each to ensure his return to court for trial. Mutwe, a private body guard to National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobiwine has also been prohibited from travelling out of Uganda without the […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:10:16
All Set For Evolve Group’s Debut Women in Marketing Summit & Honors tomorrow
Evolve Group Africa, a leading brand marketing and communications outfit, is set to host the marketing fraternity to the inaugural Women in Marketing Summit & Honors 2025. Slated for tomorrow-Thursday, July 24th, at the Kampala Serena Hotel’s Turaco Hall, the Summit will convene industry trailblazers, thought leaders, and change-makers, to have a conversation under the […] The post All Set For Evolve Group’s Debut Women in Marketing Summit & Honors tomorrow first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:02:33
Man arrested in Nakasongola with friend’s head, says he was taking it to Kampala for sale
Police in Nakasongola District have arrested a man accused of beheading his friend and attempting to sell the severed head in Kampala for suspected ritual purposes. The suspect, John Isoke, was intercepted by residents of Kyandigita-Bujumbula Village in Nabiswera Sub-county while fleeing with the head wrapped in a brown polythene bag. Savannah Region Police Spokesperson […] The post Man arrested in Nakasongola with friend’s head, says he was taking it to Kampala for sale first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 23 Jul 2025 06:02:55
Five armed thugs attack coffee factory manager, steal Shs50 million
Police in Kyotera are hunting for armed thugs who attacked the manager of Mazima Bugaga Coffee Factory. According to a police statement, five armed robbers attacked the factory manager on Tuesday, stealing Shs50 million. Officers quickly responded and pursued the suspects along the Kyotera–Masaka road. The chase ended in Kizigo Village, where a confrontation occurred. […] The post Five armed thugs attack coffee factory manager, steal Shs50 million first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 23 Jul 2025 06:47:55
How NIRA will register school-aged children and What parents need to know
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is set to begin the nationwide registration of school-aged children later this month, as part of efforts to close the identity gap among Ugandans. This drive targets millions—particularly minors—who have never been registered. Although 5.3 million national ID renewals have been completed since May 2025, first-time registrations remain […] The post How NIRA will register school-aged children and What parents need to know first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:26:56
Farm Worker Beheaded in Gruesome Nakasongola Murder
[Nile Post] Police in Nakasongola District have launched a homicide investigation following the gruesome beheading of 26-year-old farm worker Herbert Ameir in the early hours of Tuesday. The shocking incident has rattled residents of Kyanigita Village, Nabiswera Sub-county.
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@allafrica Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:26:56
Kitagwenda Gears Up for Crucial NRM District Chairperson Primaries Amid Tightened Security
[Nile Post] The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party in Kitagwenda District has finalized preparations for the upcoming party primaries for district chairperson and district councilors, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 24.
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@allafrica Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:32:53
Low-Income Workers in Lubaga Praise President Museveni for Youth Wealth Creation Support
[Nile Post] Low-income earners in Lubaga Division have lauded President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his continued support through the Youth Wealth Creation Program--a government initiative aimed at empowering small-scale entrepreneurs and informal workers with startup assistance to improve their livelihoods.
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@allafrica Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:33:59
MPs Summon Defence Minister Over Air Cargo Planes Deal
[Nile Post] The Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has dismissed officials from Uganda Air Cargo, led by Lt. Gen. (Rtd) James Lakara, and summoned the Minister of Defence, Oboth Oboth, over allegations surrounding a questionable deal involving seven air cargo planes.
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@allafrica Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:38:19
NRM Tribunal - a Sham or a Shield for Flawed Primaries?
[Nile Post] The newly formed tribunal to hear disputes from the NRM primaries has come under immediate fire, with critics questioning its legitimacy, structure, and capacity to deliver justice in a system many describe as fundamentally broken.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:42:50
Mulago doctors conduct four successful kidney transplants
Doctors at Mulago National Referral Hospital have successfully performed four kidney transplants in the past week, marking a major milestone in Uganda’s growing capacity to handle such complex medical procedures. These latest surgeries bring the total number of transplants conducted at Mulago to nine since the hospital carried out its first operation in December 2023. […] The post Mulago doctors conduct four successful kidney transplants first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 22 Jul 2025 17:26:01
Kadaga Urges Peaceful Coexistence Between Refugees and Host Communities At Kampala Marathon
[Nile Post] First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs Rebecca Kadaga has called for stronger ties between refugees and host communities, describing the Urban Refugee Marathon as a unifying platform that promotes peaceful coexistence.
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@sqoop Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:17:42
Celebrating growth with a beat: Vinka, Ghetto Kids set to rock Oqata anniversary
Uganda’s pop sensation Vinka and the internationally acclaimed Ghetto Kids are set to light up the stage at the Oqata Wellness Solutions 1-Year Anniversary, a two-day extravaganza celebrating “One Year of Growth – A Future of Possibilities.” The event, taking place July 24 and 25 at UMA Multipurpose Hall in Kampala, promises more than corporate […] The post Celebrating growth with a beat: Vinka, Ghetto Kids set to rock Oqata anniversary first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:23:00
South Africa’s DJ Milo to headline August Edition of Tanqueray Rise & Brunch
Get ready for an unparalleled sensory experience as the highly anticipated Rise & Brunch returns for its second edition on Saturday, August 3rd, 2025, at the stunning Mestil Hotel & Residences gardens. This exclusive day-to-night affair is set to elevate Kampala’s social scene with an exquisite fusion of gourmet delights, high fashion, and an evolving […] The post South Africa’s DJ Milo to headline August Edition of Tanqueray Rise & Brunch first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:17:30
Africa grappling with rising cases of Syphilis
BY Moses Ndhaye Health experts meeting in Kampala for the inaugural Africa Triple Elimination Conference has raised the red flag over the rising cases of Syphilis infections on the continent. They say that with the exception of Namibia and Botswana, the rest of the countries must act now to reverse this dangerous trend. Addressing delegates at opening of the conference in Munyonyo, Kampala on July 21, 2025, health minister Dr. Jane Aceng said in Uganda the Syphilis prevalence stands at 2.1% among adults, the Uganda Population HIV impact assessment survey indicates and infection rate of 4.1% among adults, while 0.6% of the children are infected with Hepatitis B. Specifically Dr Aceng says in Africa, 8 million adults are infected with […]
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