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@allafrica Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:05:23
NWSC Managing Director Inspects Kagera Water Project, Calls for Quality and Collaboration
[Nile Post] The Kagera Water Project is nearing completion, with National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) Managing Director Dr. Eng. Silver Mugisha urging patriotism and collaboration to ensure the project is delivered on schedule by June.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:46:09
10 arrested in downtown Kampala for altering expiry dates on HIV test kits
The National Drug Authority (NDA) has urged the public to exercise caution when purchasing HIV test kits following an investigation that uncovered the sale of expired diagnostics in downtown Kampala. According to NDA Public Relations Officer Abiaz Rwamwiri, an enforcement operation over the weekend led to a raid on several shops along Wilson Street, resulting […] The post 10 arrested in downtown Kampala for altering expiry dates on HIV test kits first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:55:55
Uganda Rolls Out Historic Malaria Vaccine to Combat Deadly Disease
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Health is set to launch the nationwide rollout of the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine, a historic breakthrough after more than three decades of global efforts to develop an effective vaccine against the disease.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:05:05
Hillary puts presidential traffic on spot
Hillary Okello’s Uganda Must Laugh show at the National Theatre at the weekend, curated his content around the sad facts about Uganda. Art is rightfully supposed to mirror society; it is through the power of imagination and creativity that people manage to reflect on what is going on around them. Yet, in a country […] The post Hillary puts presidential traffic on spot first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Mar 2025 09:37:19
Smirnoff Fiesta returns with bold vibes and a celebration of togetherness
The Smirnoff Fiesta is back, and this year’s edition promises to be bigger, bolder, and bursting with creative energy. Set for May 31, 2025 at the Sheraton Gardens, the highly anticipated event is poised to celebrate individuality, community, and the unstoppable force of togetherness. The announcement came during an exclusive networking media and influencer mini-fiesta, […] The post Smirnoff Fiesta returns with bold vibes and a celebration of togetherness first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:23:00
PHOTOS: Thousands defy rain to support girl child education at 2025 Absa KH3 7 Hills Run
The 2025 edition of the Absa KH3 7 Hills Run witnessed another impressive turnout as over 6,000 running enthusiasts defied the morning downpour to support the cause of keeping the girl child in school. Flagged off by the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director, alongside senior Absa Bank Uganda Interim Managing Director and KH3 […] The post PHOTOS: Thousands defy rain to support girl child education at 2025 Absa KH3 7 Hills Run first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:48:00
Smirnoff Fiesta Returns: A celebration of creativity, community, and vibrancy
The Smirnoff Fiesta is back, promising a wholesome celebration of creativity through the unstoppable force of togetherness. The announcement was made during a networking media and influencer mini-fiesta experience, which offered a sneak peek into the new and vibrant world of Smirnoff, featuring show-stopping decor, expertly crafted Smirnoff cocktails, trendy music mixes, and more. Set […] The post Smirnoff Fiesta Returns: A celebration of creativity, community, and vibrancy first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:04:36
“I didn’t understand the results,” independent candidate Moses Nsereko, who got 32 votes in the Kawempe by-election, to go to court to challenge the results
Independent candidate Moses Nsereko has announced plans to challenge the results of the recently concluded Kawempe North parliamentary by-election, citing discrepancies in the vote tally. The by-election, held on Thursday, saw National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Elias Nalukoola emerge victorious in a race that was marred by reports of violence and alleged vote rigging. Nalukoola […] The post “I didn’t understand the results,” independent candidate Moses Nsereko, who got 32 votes in the Kawempe by-election, to go to court to challenge the results first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Mar 2025 06:51:56
The return of Chairman’s
In a spectacular launch event held at Onomo Hotel in Nakasero, beer enthusiasts, media, and industry stakeholders gathered to witness the return of a once-popular brew. On the unveiling of Charman’s ESB, guests got into an interactive tasting session, where they got chance to savour the beer that returns with the tagline ‘Make Way for […] The post The return of Chairman’s first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:43:47
Kevin Colgan calls it a wrap on St. Patrick’s Day
Government officials, civil society representatives, diplomats and other invited guests joined the Irish community in Uganda last Thursday evening at the Irish Ambassador’s residence in Kololo to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The Guest of Honour was the eputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa while other notable guests included Foreign Minister Henry Okello Oryem, Minister of […] The post Kevin Colgan calls it a wrap on St. Patrick’s Day first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 14 Mar 2025 10:35:22
dfcu Bank, Ayitah Charity Foundation partner to feed over 200 families in Kasokoso and Katanga slums
dfcu Bank has extended a helping hand to over 200 underprivileged families in the Kasokoso and Katanga slums through a Ramadan food drive in partnership with the Ayitah Charity Foundation. With a Shs30 million contribution from the bank, the initiative aimed to provide essential nourishment and relief, embodying the values of generosity and empathy that […] The post dfcu Bank, Ayitah Charity Foundation partner to feed over 200 families in Kasokoso and Katanga slums first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:11:00
Interview: Understanding digital lending, which is instant, flexible, and available for all kinds of customers
dfcu Bank has introduced the Mobi Loan, a fully digital lending solution designed to provide quick financial relief in urgent situations. To learn more about this innovative product, its benefits, and how customers can access it, we spoke with Gloria Kunihira Mujuni, Head of Retail Products at dfcu Bank. What is the dfcu Mobi Loan, […] The post Interview: Understanding digital lending, which is instant, flexible, and available for all kinds of customers first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:53:11
Woman sets teenage niece on fire over her missing Shs400k
Nakaseke district police have arrested a woman accused of setting her 16-year-old niece on fire after suspecting her of stealing 400,000 Ugandan shillings. The suspect, identified as Selina Nalukwago, allegedly carried out the attack on Bridget Akello on the evening of Thursday, March 13, at her home in Kyondo village, Kapeeka sub-county. According to Savannah […] The post Woman sets teenage niece on fire over her missing Shs400k first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:19:17
EACOP Conducts Orbital Trainings in Uganda
[Independent (Kampala)] Kikuube, Uganda -- EACOP together with its tier One Contractor for Line Pipe- Chu Kong Petroleum and Natural Gas Steel Pipe Holdings Limited (PCK) through their National Content implementing partner in Uganda, Avanti Energy Services Limited (Avanti ESL) have carried out orbital welding trainings at Uganda Industrial Research Institute.
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@allafrica Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:43:11
CSOs Urged to Engage in Advancing Respect for Human Rights By Businesses
[Nile Post] The monitoring, documentation, and reporting will feed into the Management Information System (MIS) being set up by MoGLSD as well as the State of Business and Human Rights Report that Resource Rights Africa produces annually to partly inform deliberations during the Annual Symposium on Business and Human Rights.
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@sqoop Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:15:03
Stay dry during this wet season
Here is how you can stay stylish while keeping dry and warm in the unpredictable Kampala weather We can all agree that we need a national celebration for having survived the February heat! If you were in town during the peak of the season, you know how relentless the sun was, turning cars into mini […] The post Stay dry during this wet season first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:23:51
Bagaya: Miss Interact using her reign to inspire, create change
Victoria Bagaya has tried her hands on different responsibilities in and outside school. The reigning Miss Interact at the Horizon Campus of St Lawrence Schools, says it has all been a ‘God-did-it’ experience. From being underestimated in her early high school days to becoming a symbol of confidence and leadership at the Horizon Campus of […] The post Bagaya: Miss Interact using her reign to inspire, create change first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:41:17
Lloyd Lutara’s The Rope to debut on the big stage
In 2022, Lloyd Lutara’s play The Rope premiered at Alliance Francaise de Kampala; it was a great moment for a play to go through the whole process of workshopping to the stage. Directed by Kaya Kagimu Mukasa, the show was produced by Deborah Asiimwe who put together a stellar cast for the two weekend shows […] The post Lloyd Lutara’s The Rope to debut on the big stage first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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