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@kfm Tue, 04 Feb 2025 01:00:31
Besigye no show as military deploys at closed Court Martial
By Anthony Wesaka & Juliet Kigongo Will Dr Kizza Besigye be brought back to the Court Martial or will he not? That was the one million dollar question that was being asked following the Supreme Court judgment that stopped the prosecution of civilians before the General Court Martial and military courts in Uganda. Read more
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@kfm Tue, 04 Feb 2025 02:00:57
NIRA official remanded over Bribery
Mr Taremwa Jassy, a 28-year-old official from the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) office on Lumumba Avenue, was arraigned before the Buganda Road Magistrates Court on Monday and remanded to Luzira Prison for soliciting and receiving a bribe. Jassy is accused of obtaining money by false pretense. He allegedly solicited and received Shs250,000 from one Mr Bamwagala Michael on January 30, 2025, promising to expedite the replacement of his lost national identity card within a week. Bamwagala, suspecting corruption, reported the incident to the State House Anti-Corruption Unit. The court heard that Bamwagala had initially paid for a replacement ID at the NIRA Kololo office but had not received it. He then went to the NIRA Lumumba Avenue office […]
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@kfm Tue, 04 Feb 2025 02:30:07
Manchester City the big spenders in January transfer window
By Reuters Manchester City easily topped the spending charts in the January transfer window with the signing of Spanish midfielder Nico Gonzalez on Deadline Day to complete a busy month for the ailing Premier League champions. City have endured a testing time on the pitch and sit fifth in the Premier League table with their hopes of a record-extending fifth successive domestic championship in tatters. But the rebuild appears to have started in earnest with more than 180 million pounds ($223.58 million) spent by Pep Guardiola’s outfit — more than the combined amount paid by the other 19 English top-flight clubs in a relatively quiet window. City’s spending was the second-biggest outlay ever worldwide by a club in the January […]
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@sqoop Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:16:14
Iryn Namubiru’s untold story of betrayal and redemption
Iryn Namubiru’s life has been one of dazzling highs and devastating lows, but what we didn’t know until now is just how deep the wounds of betrayal, deceit, and broken family ties have scarred her. On the latest episode of Tusker Malt Conversessions, the celebrated songstress took us on a raw and emotional journey, […] The post Iryn Namubiru’s untold story of betrayal and redemption first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 03 Feb 2025 17:08:18
Beyonce wins top Grammys prize for first time with ‘Cowboy Carter’
Beyonce scored the top prize at music’s Grammy Awards on Sunday, taking album of the year for the first time in her career with her country record “Cowboy Carter,” at a ceremony that delivered a love letter to wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles. The superstar singer triumphed over Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish and others to claim […] The post Beyonce wins top Grammys prize for first time with ‘Cowboy Carter’ first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:20:24
Mbale City Authorities Stop Relatives From Exhuming Ebola Victim
[Independent (Kampala)] Mbale, Uganda -- Mbale City authorities have denied allegations that the body of an Ebola victim recently buried in their area, was exhumed. Asumin Nasike, the Mbale Resident City Commissioner, stated that reports circulating on social media about the exhumation are false.
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@sqoop Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:06:57
The Ghetto Fabulous music members get new management
Mbarara’s Ghetto Fabulous music crew members, including Prince Emma Wa’Royal, X Raba and Raina Rosie have been signed by the Nabesigwa Real Estate management in a move to help promote and make quality music for the three artistes. The company manager, Aloysius Ainamani said their business was majorly dealing in real estates but has […] The post The Ghetto Fabulous music members get new management first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:15:01
The Big Meeting with Nonso Amadi
A couple of years ago, Nigerian artistes had turned Uganda into their safe space. In fact someone online once joked that Uganda is a venue while some people had started stating that for any burgeoning Nigerian artiste to make it internationally, they had to first perform in Uganda. But the last two years, the […] The post The Big Meeting with Nonso Amadi first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:40:58
Dan Lubega: Former deejay turned pastor
Dan Lubega commonly known as DJ Western, a former celebrated radio DJ and presenter, transitioned to being a pastor who many come to, seeking spiritual healing and counselling. Dan Lubega, established Vega Counselling Ministries four years ago. He started as a mobile person hiring places, gardens, and hotels to meet his congregation until […] The post Dan Lubega: Former deejay turned pastor first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 03 Feb 2025 12:35:51
Christine Nampeera secures lucrative deal with Social Gems
Ugandan influencer Christine Nampeera has landed a major win, signing a high-value contract with Social Gems, an influencer platform owned by Tek Juice. This strategic move not only reinforces her dominance in the industry but also hints at a game-changing shift in influencer-brand collaborations. The official contract signing took place at Tek Juice’s offices on […] The post Christine Nampeera secures lucrative deal with Social Gems first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 03 Feb 2025 12:25:48
Alks crowned champions as Guinness backed SMACK League concludes
The SMACK League reached its climax over the weekend, with Alks emerging champions after a hard-fought battle against the Knights. The Guinness sponsored league concluded with a dramatic goal from a throw-in during the closing minutes, which saw Alks seal a 1-0 win and claiming the coveted Champion’s Shield. While Alks lifted the ultimate prize, […] The post Alks crowned champions as Guinness backed SMACK League concludes first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 03 Feb 2025 10:48:39
Parliament Faces Crucial Task - Amending UPDF Act After Landmark Ruling
[Nile Post] In an open letter, President Museveni expressed his dissatisfaction with the ruling, arguing that civilians who illegally arm themselves should fall under military jurisdiction.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 03 Feb 2025 09:05:09
Besigye’s lawyers to march to the office of the Commissioner General of Prisons to demand his release
The leadership of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), led by interim president Erias Lukwago, has announced plans to march to the office of the Commissioner General of Prisons, demanding the immediate release of Dr. Kizza Besigye and Obeid Lutale. Their demand follows last Friday’s landmark Supreme Court ruling, which annulled the trial of civilians […] The post Besigye’s lawyers to march to the office of the Commissioner General of Prisons to demand his release first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:01:00
OPINION: Why Scientific Scrutiny Matters
By Dr. Matthias Magoola, Founder and Managing Director, Dei BioPharma, Uganda Self-proclaimed Zimbabwean inventor Maxwell Chikumbutso is once again making headlines after being hosted by President Emmerson Mnangagwa at State House, Harare, on January 28. Chikumbutso claims to have developed a vehicle powered by radio frequency (RF) waves—a notion that defies the fundamental principles of […] The post OPINION: Why Scientific Scrutiny Matters first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 03 Feb 2025 06:32:08
NCS seeks Shs379 billion for AFCON 2027 preparations
The National Council of Sports (NCS) has requested Shs379 billion to facilitate Uganda’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the country will co-host with Kenya and Tanzania. Additionally, the council is seeking Shs5.3 billion to support the Uganda Cranes’ preparations for crucial international tournaments. This funding request was disclosed by James […] The post NCS seeks Shs379 billion for AFCON 2027 preparations first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 03 Feb 2025 06:42:19
Iryn Namubiru’s untold story of betrayal and redemption on Tusker Malt Conversessions
Iryn Namubiru’s life has been one of dazzling highs and devastating lows, but what we didn’t know until now is just how deep the wounds of betrayal, deceit, and broken family ties have scarred her. On the latest episode of Tusker Malt Conversessions, the celebrated songstress took us on a raw and emotional journey, peeling […] The post Iryn Namubiru’s untold story of betrayal and redemption on Tusker Malt Conversessions first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:55:18
Museveni calls Supreme Court ruling on military courts ‘wrong decision’
President Yoweri Museveni has expressed disappointment over the recent Supreme Court decision barring the trial of armed civilians in military courts, calling it a “wrong decision” that undermines national security. In a statement, the President argued that military courts play a crucial role in reinforcing the civilian judicial system, particularly when dealing with criminals who […] The post Museveni calls Supreme Court ruling on military courts ‘wrong decision’ first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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