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@allafrica Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:37:45
FAO Sounds Alarm Over Agrifood Investment Gaps in Uganda
[Nile Post] At a time when global financial aid to developing nations is shrinking, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has made an urgent call for Uganda to embrace innovative and alternative financing solutions to unlock the full potential of its agrifood systems.
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@allafrica Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:37:46
40 Countries Still Lack Basic Tobacco Protection Laws - WHO
[Nile Post] The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised alarm over persistent weaknesses in global tobacco control, despite more than 6.1 billion people now being covered by at least one of its flagship anti-tobacco measures.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 25 Jun 2025 07:01:09
“Stop waiting to be chosen, prepare to marry your own man,” Mbidde gives his perspective on why love gets harder for women above 30
Renowned lawyer and former Member of Parliament Mukasa Mbidde has shared a unique perspective about women, age, and marriage. Speaking during a recent interview on a local radio station, Mbidde expressed his views on what women over 30 should prioritize when it comes to relationships and settling down. According to Mbidde, once a woman turns […] The post “Stop waiting to be chosen, prepare to marry your own man,” Mbidde gives his perspective on why love gets harder for women above 30 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:09:16
NUP EC Reveals Over 50,000 Expressions of Interest, Faces Vetting Challenges
[Nile Post] The National Unity Platform (NUP) Electoral Commission has acknowledged a surge in interest from all those seeking leadership positions under its flag, with over 50,000 individuals having submitted expressions of interest ahead of the 2026 general elections.
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@allafrica Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:09:17
Former Rwampara East MP Charles Ngabirano Eyes Comeback in NRM Race
[Nile Post] Former Rwampara East County Member of Parliament, Dr. Charles Ngabirano, has formally declared his political comeback after being nominated to contest in the forthcoming National Resistance Movement (NRM) party primaries.
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@allafrica Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:09:29
Former Kikuube RDC Tumusiime Nominated
[Nile Post] The former Resident District Commissioner of Kikuube district Amlan Tumusiime has been nominated by the NRM Electoral commission Chairman Tanga Odoi after fulfilling all the necessary requirements to contest in the NRM Primaries in Bugahya Constituency in Hoima District.
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@allafrica Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:09:30
NUP Extends Nomination Period to July 25 Amid Dispute Over Document Re-Verification
[Nile Post] The National Unity Platform (NUP) has extended its nomination process for party aspirants ahead of the 2026 general elections. The deadline for submitting expression of interest forms is now July 25, following the initial closure on Monday.
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@allafrica Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:09:31
Govt Hands Over Business Toolkits to 1,417 Informal Sector Workers
[Nile Post] Government has distributed business toolkits and equipment to 66 Jua-Kali groups comprising 1,417 beneficiaries as part of ongoing efforts to transition informal sector workers into the formal economy.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:50:05
Equity Bank Uganda donates Shs50 million to support Benny Hinn miracle crusade
Equity Bank Uganda has extended a donation of Shs50 million to Pastor Robert Kayanja of Miracle Centre Ministries to support a highly anticipated three-day crusade featuring internationally renowned evangelist Benny Hinn. The donation was formally handed over on Tuesday afternoon by Catherine Psomgen, Equity Bank Uganda’s Director of Public Sector and Social Investments. The event […] The post Equity Bank Uganda donates Shs50 million to support Benny Hinn miracle crusade first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:00:00
Who is the 33-year-old Ugandan who could become New York City mayor?
Zohran Kwame Mamdani, a 33-year-old politician born in Kampala, Uganda, is quickly becoming one of the top candidates to be the next mayor of New York City. He has gained strong support from working-class people because of his plans to make life more affordable, provide free public transport, and fight government corruption. According to Polymarket, […] The post Who is the 33-year-old Ugandan who could become New York City mayor? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:58:50
Sanyuka TV and Busoga Royal Radio Light Up Mayuge With Entertainment
[Nile Post] Saturday was full of excitement in Mayuge as Sanyuka TV, together with Busoga Royal Radio, brought a fun-filled day of music, sports, and culture to the town.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:58:51
Sodo Gets Mawogola North On Its Feet
[Nile Post] The political landscape in Mawogola North has shifted decisively following the withdrawal of Shartsi Musherure Kutesa from the 2026 parliamentary race--clearing the way for National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer Godfrey Aine Kaguta, widely known as Sodo, to consolidate support in the constituency.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Jun 2025 16:55:47
Serie B Relegation Play-Off Between Sampdoria and Salernitana Abandoned
[Nile Post] The second leg of the Serie B relegation playoff between hosts Salernitana and Sampdoria was abandoned on Sunday after home fans threw smoke bombs and seats onto the pitch.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:13:04
Fundamentalists of All Types, Islamic or Christian, Are a Danger to Humanity - Museveni
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The chairman of the Non Aligned Movement (NAM) President Yoweri Museveni has called for a two states solution to help resolve the Palestine-Israel issue, and end wars in the Middle East.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:02:06
Museveni Urges Iran, Israel to End Hostilities, Calls for Two-State Solution
[Nile Post] President Museveni has called for a return to principled diplomacy in the Middle East, appealing to both Iran and Israel to end their mutual hostilities and embrace a two-state solution to the long-running conflict.
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@kfm Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:26:12
Women’s movement urged to embrace global solidarity for greater gains
By Winfred Watenya As Uganda joins in commemorating the International Day for Women Diplomacy, the women’s movement is asked to use the day to create a buzz about the value of global solidarity. Addressing women leaders under the Uganda Women’s Network in Kampala recently, Sarah Mukasa, a board member of the Center for African Philanthropy and Social Investments, said global solidarity cannot be built with strong narratives. She said there’s power in having powerful narratives that tell what women have done and what they continue to do in the global policy formulation. Mukasa challenged the women of Uganda to tell the story of what they have achieved and how it has helped this nation. The power of building narratives is […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:35:41
Mpuuga is my close friend, and that will not change- Joyce Bagala
Mityana Woman Member of Parliament, Joyce Bagala, has said that she has been a close friend of Mathias Mpuuga—and that will not change. Speaking in an interview on the NBS FaceOff show, Bagala emphasized that she is not a pretentious person who abandons friends because of political affiliations. She stated that Mpuuga is her friend […] The post Mpuuga is my close friend, and that will not change- Joyce Bagala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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