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@allafrica Tue, 27 May 2025 10:02:42
Housing Finance Bank Boosts Back-to-School Season for Parents
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- As the new school term gains momentum, Housing Finance Bank is offering timely support to parents, guardians, and school administrators with tailored financial solutions designed to ease the expenses of the back-to-school season.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 27 May 2025 10:29:37
Mpuuga says the new party, Democratic Front, is only for logical thinkers and progressive minds
Former Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Nyendo-Mukungwe MP, Mathias Mpuuga, has unveiled a new political party, the Democratic Front (DF), ahead of the 2026 general elections, under the slogan “Real Change, Act Now.” According to a certificate from the Electoral Commission, DF is the result of renaming the Green Partisan Party. Speaking at the launch […] The post Mpuuga says the new party, Democratic Front, is only for logical thinkers and progressive minds first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 27 May 2025 09:21:33
Uganda Cuts Military Ties With Germany Over Diplomatic Row
[Radio Dalsan] Kampala, Uganda - The government of Uganda has officially severed its military cooperation with Germany, following allegations that the German Ambassador to Uganda, Mathias Schauer, was involved in activities described as "interference" and "a threat to national security."
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@theguardian Tue, 27 May 2025 09:00:23
Uganda accused of ‘state bigotry’ and attacks on LGBTQ+ people
Report from Human Rights Watch criticises Museveni regime for arbitrary arrests and detentions, violence and extortion since draconian new law enactedThe Ugandan authorities have “unleashed abuse”, perpetrating widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTQ+ people in the two years since the world’s harshest anti-gay laws were enacted, according to a new report by Human Rights Watch (HRW).The government’s policies in Uganda had encouraged attacks and harassment against people and organisations seen as being supportive of gay rights, said researchers from the rights group. Continue reading...
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@matookerepublic Tue, 27 May 2025 06:49:50
Diamond Platnumz reveals upcoming music collaboration with Chameleone
Tanzanian music star Diamond Platnumz has publicly declared his admiration for Ugandan music icon Jose Chameleone, revealing that a musical collaboration between the two East African stars is finally in the works. Speaking during his performance in Ntungamo District, Diamond thrilled the crowd not only with his own hits but also with a tribute performance […] The post Diamond Platnumz reveals upcoming music collaboration with Chameleone first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 27 May 2025 05:44:23
MP Nalukoola to appeal ruling nullifying Kawempe North Election victory
Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola has officially filed a notice of appeal, contesting a recent High Court ruling that annulled his election as Member of Parliament for Kawempe Division North and called for a new vote. The appeal notice, received by the Court of Appeal Registry on Monday, May 26, was filed through his legal representatives at […] The post MP Nalukoola to appeal ruling nullifying Kawempe North Election victory first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 27 May 2025 05:47:00
What you need to know about Kadiba Ground, a project set to be officially opened this Saturday; It will host training sessions for CHAN and AFCON 2027
Kadiba Ground, a project overseen by the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), is set to be officially opened on Saturday, May 31 during the Uganda Cup final between Vipers Sports Club and KCCA Football Club. Originally scheduled for completion in 2023, the facility faced delays due to funding challenges. However, construction is now complete, […] The post What you need to know about Kadiba Ground, a project set to be officially opened this Saturday; It will host training sessions for CHAN and AFCON 2027 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Mon, 26 May 2025 15:52:07
GN Trybe: A safe space for young people
Facilitated by trained youth educators and local influencers, the GN Trybe aims to create safe spaces where students explore critical issues such as mental health, sexual health and personal development. Reach A Hand Uganda has introduced the GN Trybe, a community of empowered young people aimed to address the prevalent adolescent issues ranging […] The post GN Trybe: A safe space for young people first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 26 May 2025 15:29:09
As usual, Suuna Ben steals show at Poate
Suuna Ben’s session did not last more than 40 minutes but it left everyone, including the ‘bazungu’ possessed, with people seen tying sweaters and scarfs around their waists to enable them pull off interesting dance moves. Even after Salvado’s warning of preserving the environment by not breaking trees earlier in the day, somehow […] The post As usual, Suuna Ben steals show at Poate first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 26 May 2025 12:20:44
Can you really separate the art from the artist?
Ultimately, individuals must decide how they approach this issue and how they choose to interact with art in relation to the artist who created it. Suppose you were well aware that your favourite artist sang your all-time favourite song while hacking to death an innocent child, would you still say such things as “separating art […] The post Can you really separate the art from the artist? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 26 May 2025 14:09:49
Uganda’s jobless youth drown in alchol
Young people are the biggest voting bloc. However, bar owners across Uganda are holding sway, deciding on whether to make profits or to fuel social decay among the youth. In a country where opportunities are scarce and time is abundant, alcohol is both an escape and a trap. It is now an inseparable part of […] The post Uganda’s jobless youth drown in alchol first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 26 May 2025 04:06:00
A spirited celebration as Uganda Waragi & Suuna Ben shut down 2025 Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo
If there’s one thing that defines Uganda, it’s our ability to party hard. The 2025 Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) festival was no exception with Uganda’s iconic gin, Uganda Waragi and the infectious beats of Suuna Ben’s ebinyanya that got the crowd in a frenzy. As the sun set on the final day, the […] The post A spirited celebration as Uganda Waragi & Suuna Ben shut down 2025 Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 26 May 2025 06:34:00
Ngo League returns for Season 5, promises its most competitive season yet
The much-anticipated Season 5 of the Guinness-sponsored Ngo League officially kicked off yesterday at the league’s new home, Kings Park Arena in Bweyogerere. The league, which brings together alumni of Namilyango College every last Sunday of the month, returned with a bang, promising its most competitive season yet, featuring 20 teams all eyeing the coveted […] The post Ngo League returns for Season 5, promises its most competitive season yet first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 26 May 2025 12:18:03
UK-based Nigerian media personality Adesope Olajide jets in for Bebe Cool’s Break The Chains album release this Thursday
Celebrated Nigerian media personality Adesope Olajide, aka Shopsydoo / Energy Gawd, is on his way to Uganda to attend music star Bebe Cool’s highly anticipated Break The Chains album release, slated for this Thursday, May 29, at Noni Vie. Adesope is a renowned Nigerian UK-based radio and television personality, talk show host, and podcaster, best […] The post UK-based Nigerian media personality Adesope Olajide jets in for Bebe Cool’s Break The Chains album release this Thursday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 26 May 2025 10:18:25
Court nullifies Kawempe North MP Elias Nalukoola’s election victory
The High Court in Kampala has nullified the election of Erias Nalukoola Luyimbazi as the Kawempe North Member of Parliament. The court has ordered a fresh by-election. This follows a successful petition by the National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) Faridah Nambi Kigongo. This story is being updated. The post Court nullifies Kawempe North MP Elias Nalukoola’s election victory first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 26 May 2025 09:12:34
Guinness Matchday on Tour closes Premier League season with epic fans experience at UMA
The 2024/2025 Premier League season wrapped up on Sunday night and Kampala football fans had front-row seats to all the action, thanks to Guinness Matchday on Tour. The final stop of this electric nationwide fan experience brought the house down at UMA Showgrounds, Lugogo, in a celebration that proved once again why Guinness is the […] The post Guinness Matchday on Tour closes Premier League season with epic fans experience at UMA first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 26 May 2025 07:20:27
Woman drags husband to police for wanting to use their only Shs8k to buy alcohol instead of food for their children
A 30-year-old woman in Kenya has reported her husband to authorities after a domestic disagreement over 300 Kenyan shillings (approximately Shs8,500) escalated into physical violence. Scholastica Jeptoo, a mother of two, told police that her husband, Abel Keter, assaulted her after the two argued over how to spend the modest sum. Jeptoo had intended to […] The post Woman drags husband to police for wanting to use their only Shs8k to buy alcohol instead of food for their children first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 26 May 2025 04:01:00
Stella Nyanzi barred from returning to Germany
Dr. Stella Nyanzi, a renowned Ugandan academic, poet, and outspoken human rights activist living in exile, has been blocked from re-entering Germany. In a series of social media posts on May 24, Nyanzi revealed that she was denied boarding her flight at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi by a representative of the German Embassy, […] The post Stella Nyanzi barred from returning to Germany first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 26 May 2025 06:07:48
Here is how to use NIRA’s new online portal to register or renew your national ID
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has launched an online pre-registration portal on its website, enabling Ugandans to begin the national ID registration or renewal process from any location with internet access. This self-service option is available for both first-time applicants and those renewing expired ID cards. After submitting an application online, users will […] The post Here is how to use NIRA’s new online portal to register or renew your national ID first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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