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@matookerepublic Sat, 17 May 2025 11:01:52
CID officer attached to parliament Charles Twiine reportedly goes missing from Police headquarters
Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Charles Twiine has been reported missing since Wednesday, but several reports indicate that he was handed over to the elite Special Forces Command (SFC). Twiine, formerly the spokesperson for the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), has been serving as a CID officer attached to Parliament following his reassignment from CID headquarters […] The post CID officer attached to parliament Charles Twiine reportedly goes missing from Police headquarters first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Sat, 17 May 2025 10:19:39
Chris Brown charged over alleged assault at London club
U.S. singer Chris Brown has been arrested and charged with inflicting grievous bodily harm in connection with an alleged assault in February 2023, British authorities said on Thursday. Brown is slated to be presented before a magistrates’ court on Friday, London’s Metropolitan Police and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said in separate statements. The arrest […] The post Chris Brown charged over alleged assault at London club first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 May 2025 17:00:11
All set for The Ben’s “Plenty Love” live concert
Rwandan music sensation The Ben is set to thrill Ugandan fans with a much-anticipated live performance at the Kampala Serena Hotel this tomorrow, Saturday, May 17, as part of his ongoing “Plenty Love” world tour. The award-winning star arrived at Entebbe International Airport on Thursday evening. During a press conference held earlier today, he promised […] The post All set for The Ben’s “Plenty Love” live concert first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 May 2025 18:22:27
What if Lydia Jazmine took our fashion tip?
Lydia Jazmine is undeniably one of Uganda’s most talented female artistes. Her strong vocals and electrifying stage presence have earned her a place at the top of the music game, with her current single Kindekere being the love anthem of Kampala at the moment. But while her music continues to soar, her fashion choices often […] The post What if Lydia Jazmine took our fashion tip? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 May 2025 17:02:59
KCCA goes hard on this smart city thingie
Ugandans really are a special breed of resilient, creative, and stubbornly lawless in equal measure. For years, we have turned gazetted green areas into shortcuts, lounges, parking spots, and boda boda runways. First, boda riders casually hijack pavements, forcing pedestrians to seek refuge on the grass. But let’s be honest, even when the pavement […] The post KCCA goes hard on this smart city thingie first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 May 2025 16:39:14
Son of Abraham… or not
You remember that good old Sunday school anthem, “Father Abraham had many sons, I am one of them and so are you…”? Well, one of the sons is representing boldly. The good Apostle recently announced his plan to build a $55m church. For context, Elon Musk bought Twitter (now X) for $40b, and even then, […] The post Son of Abraham… or not first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 May 2025 16:53:51
I blocked him before breakfast — and ordered extra bacon
Dear Diary, Some endings do not come with fireworks or dramatic exits. No yelling. No late-night monologues. Just a quiet, sharp click — block. And suddenly, peace has a ringtone. It is crazy, right? The way life hands you some lessons before 9am — and if you are lucky, you are awake enough to catch […] The post I blocked him before breakfast — and ordered extra bacon first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 May 2025 14:26:26
How far will you go for a perfect proposal?
Our society is embracing a certain snobbishness that looks at unbridled romance as nothing but calculated “simping”. I stand in passionate defence of publicly flaunting true, unadulterated love. But I draw the line at public proposals. For as far as I remember, my freedom-loving self has viewed public proposals as coercive events that use […] The post How far will you go for a perfect proposal? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 May 2025 09:19:14
In K’la, you either scam or be scammed
Kampala is a city of paradoxes. You can have money but without a thing to spend it on. You will buy a ka shirt for 400K at Acacia and find the same shirt in the Naalya market for 20K. By Ian Ortega Something came over me in the past weeks, it must have been the […] The post In K’la, you either scam or be scammed first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 May 2025 13:18:02
When female clients exploit boda boda men
Before Kagaba encountered this incident, he was always happy carrying female customers because according to him, they were safer bets for after-dark rides as they posed much less risk compared to male clients. But that one ride from Lubowa to Mpelerwe is one he still lives to tell. Last week, we ran a story […] The post When female clients exploit boda boda men first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Fri, 16 May 2025 10:25:15
Success Story - How Mulaliira Grew From Local Vendor to Official Coca-Cola Distributor
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- When David Mulaliira first weighed the risks of launching a softdrink distribution business, he knew he needed a partner whose reputation spoke for itself.
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@allafrica Fri, 16 May 2025 10:26:44
Court Drops Two Nalukoola Witnesses in Kawempe Election Case
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The High Court in Kampala has expunged from its records two affidavits of witnesses whom the Kawempe North Member of Parliament, Elias Nalukoola Luyimbazi, had presented to defend his election victory.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 16 May 2025 10:15:55
How dfcu Bank and Japan’s World Navi are making vehicle ownership more affordable for Ugandans
In partnership with World Navi Company Limited, a renowned Japan-based motor vehicle dealership, dfcu Bank has unveiled a Vehicle and Asset Financing solution. This initiative is intended to offer accessible, reliable, and affordable vehicle financing for individuals and businesses. The launch event, held at dfcu Bank’s headquarters in Nakasero, signaled a new era for customers […] The post How dfcu Bank and Japan’s World Navi are making vehicle ownership more affordable for Ugandans first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 16 May 2025 08:44:21
I.T entrepreneur and author Mushabe to headline Victoria University Career Readiness Workshop
As part of its ongoing commitment to producing well-rounded, industry-ready graduates, Victoria University is set to host a powerful installment of its “Career Readiness and Employability” workshop series. Themed “Start Where You Are: From Passion to Paycheque”, the workshop aims to inspire students to channel their passions into meaningful, income-generating ventures — transforming them from […] The post I.T entrepreneur and author Mushabe to headline Victoria University Career Readiness Workshop first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 16 May 2025 06:34:17
Karole Kasita opens up about how she has been chasing collaboration with Tiwa Savage for the last three years
For three years and counting, singer Karole Kasita has had one goal in mind — landing a music collaboration with Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage. But despite her persistence, the dream project remains just out of reach. During an interview on Galaxy FM, Karole opened up about the uphill battle she’s faced trying to make the […] The post Karole Kasita opens up about how she has been chasing collaboration with Tiwa Savage for the last three years first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 16 May 2025 05:32:27
Speke Resort Munyonyo staff champion life saving with a blood donation drive
Speke Resort Munyonyo, Uganda’s premier resort, is extending its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts, as resort staff actively participated in a blood donation exercise last week. The initiative saw employees patiently queue up to donate blood, recognizing that it directly saves lives and helps maintain a stable supply for various medical needs. Donated […] The post Speke Resort Munyonyo staff champion life saving with a blood donation drive first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 16 May 2025 05:51:08
Social media ‘investigators’ dig into Frank Gashumba’s fiancée’s past as old photos resurface
As outspoken social commentator Frank Gashumba took a major step in his relationship by visiting the parents of his fiancée, Patience Mutoni Malaika, the internet was already buzzing — not just with congratulations, but with scrutiny. Online ‘detectives’ wasted no time doing what they do best: digging up the past. Within hours, old photos of […] The post Social media ‘investigators’ dig into Frank Gashumba’s fiancée’s past as old photos resurface first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 15 May 2025 15:16:11
Double Win for Absa Bank Uganda At 2025 Global Banking and Finance Awards
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Absa Bank Uganda has been honoured with two prestigious accolades, "Best CSR Bank Uganda" and "Best Community Engagement ESG Initiative in Uganda", at the 2025 Global Banking and Finance Awards.
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@sqoop Thu, 15 May 2025 15:07:05
Recho Rey opens up about motherhood, and embracing her ‘sexy gangster’ era
Rapper and singer Reachel Mirembe, popularly known as Recho Rey, has candidly opened up about her thoughts on motherhood and her transformation from a tomboy to a style icon. In a recent interview, the “Guma Bakunyige” star revealed that she is not ready to embrace motherhood just yet. Despite being in an industry where many […] The post Recho Rey opens up about motherhood, and embracing her ‘sexy gangster’ era first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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