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@kfm Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:20:18
Chief Magistrate decries impostors at Buganda Road Court
Buganda Road Court’s Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi on Monday warned of widespread extortion by impostors targeting unsuspecting individuals seeking justice. Speaking at the launch of the Small Claims Procedure, Kayizzi expressed concern about the high number of impostors at Buganda Road Court. These individuals even manipulate court officials’ uniforms to pose as clerks and cashiers. To combat this issue, Kayizzi introduced genuine court clerks and magistrates, urging those seeking justice to be vigilant. He advised them to attend court sessions rather than wait outside, where impostors often prey on them. In addition to addressing extortion, Kayizzi highlighted the benefits of the Small Claims Procedure, which provides a simplified way to recover owed money, typically within 30 days. This initiative aims […]
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@allafrica Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:51:15
Centenary Bank Commits Shs200m to Rotary Conference
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Centenary Bank has pledged support to the upcoming Rotary District Conference and Assemblies for D9213 and D9214. The D9213 conference will draw Rotarians and Rotaractors from all over the country to discuss various items on their agenda and celebrate the milestones achieved in community service.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:54:32
Nonso Amadi delivers unforgettable performance at Singleton’s ‘The Big Meeting’
If there’s one word to describe last night’s event at Thrones Lounge, it’s ‘magical.’ Nonso Amadi, the Nigerian singer-songwriter extraordinaire, delivered a fun and lively performance that left Kampala’s party enthusiasts impressed during the Singleton-powered event dubbed, The Big Meeting. The night began with noticeable excitement as fans filled the Bugolobi-based bar and Lounge, eager […] The post Nonso Amadi delivers unforgettable performance at Singleton’s ‘The Big Meeting’ first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 27 Jan 2025 11:05:22
PHOTO: Silo 15’s Daycation Brunch Is Back
Kicking off 2025 with a bang, the first Daycation Brunch series brought together eye-catching fashion, mouthwatering Don Julio cocktails, and an unforgettable vibe. If you weren’t at Silo 15 on Sunday, you missed out on what’s already shaping up to be the brunch series of the year! Since the launch of the series last year, […] The post PHOTO: Silo 15’s Daycation Brunch Is Back first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 27 Jan 2025 11:43:41
Naava Grey opens up about ‘spiritual warfare’ in the music industry
Singer and songwriter Naava Grey has revealed that the music industry is deeply intertwined with spirituality, describing it as a battleground of spiritual warfare. Speaking during an interview on UBC’s Horizon Vibe, Naava shared her personal experiences, admitting she was initially unaware of the spiritual dynamics at play when she entered the industry. “I came […] The post Naava Grey opens up about ‘spiritual warfare’ in the music industry first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:35:56
Museveni Says Prioritising Income Generation Is Key for Ugandans
[Nile Post] President Museveni has called on the people of Mubende District to prioritize generating homestead income, emphasizing that other developments, such as tarmac roads and electricity, will follow.
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@allafrica Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:35:57
Museveni Promises to Tarmac 97 Kilometers of Lusalira-Nkonge-Ssekabule Road
[Nile Post] President Museveni has yesterday while addressing the liberation day day ceremony, he pledged to tarmac the 97-kilometer Lusalira-Nkonge-Ssekabule road, which has long been a thorn in the side of the people of Mubende.
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@sqoop Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:48:23
Not even police could stop Saha
During the gear up to his concert, King Saha had promised to perform 100 songs but he only managed 30 songs in his three sets. What stood out was him singing live. Two letters from the Ugandan police were sent out in a space of two days regarding King Saha’s concert. One came on […] The post Not even police could stop Saha first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:48:14
37 years later, Ragga Dee evokes nostalgic feels
Ragga Dee’s celebration of 37 years of doing music spotlighted a man who has crafted a career around entertaining audiences through dance, cheeky and mind-tickling lyrics layered on largely palpitating Lingala rhythms. His stage delivery was a fair three-hour serving of his music catalogue that evokes yester-year memories patterned along social issues: from songs such […] The post 37 years later, Ragga Dee evokes nostalgic feels first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:17:40
Kawempe North by-election to replace late Ssegirinya slated for March; here is the full schedule
The Electoral Commission has announced that the by-election for the Kawempe North Constituency, following the passing of Muhammad Ssegirinya, will take place on March 13, 2025. This announcement was made during a meeting with stakeholders, including local leaders, political representatives, religious leaders, police, and media, at Tick Hotel in Kawempe Division North. The by-election process […] The post Kawempe North by-election to replace late Ssegirinya slated for March; here is the full schedule first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:07:35
Task force calls for swift implementation of amendments to anti-money laundering law
The National Non-Profit Making Organization’s working group on the Financial Action Task Force in Uganda has urged the Minister of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development to expedite the issuance of a statutory instrument to implement Parliament’s approval amending Schedule 2 of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, Cap. 118. According to the task force, this amendment will not only improve the regulatory environment but will also foster trust and collaboration between the government and the non-profit sector. Speaking to the media from their offices in Ntinda, Kampala, Yonah Wanzala, Director General of the Civic Advisory Hub, said the Financial Intelligence Authority should formally notify all NGOs of their new responsibilities. These include no longer submitting the returns previously required of accountable persons. “We […]
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@kfm Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:33:53
Congo rebels reach centre of eastern city in major escalation
By Reuters Rwandan-backed rebels marched into the centre of east Congo’s largest city on Monday, witnesses said, in the latest escalation of decades of conflict in a region already suffering one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. The rebel alliance, spearheaded by the ethnic Tutsi-led M23 militia, said it had captured the whole of the lakeside city, but that could not be independently confirmed. Gunfire rang out near the airport, city centre and border with Rwanda, with two residents reporting ongoing clashes between government-aligned militia and M23 fighters. “There is confusion in the city. Here near the airport, we see soldiers. I have not seen the M23 yet,” one resident told Reuters by phone, asking not to be named. “There […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 27 Jan 2025 07:54:09
AFCON 2025 Final Draw: Uganda Cranes to discover their group stage opponents today
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 Finals Draw is set to take place this evening in Rabat, where the 24 qualified teams will discover their group-stage opponents. The highly anticipated event will kick off at 7:00 PM (9:00 PM in Uganda), and representatives from all participating nations will be present. This occasion not […] The post AFCON 2025 Final Draw: Uganda Cranes to discover their group stage opponents today first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 27 Jan 2025 07:09:31
National voters’ register update gains momentum; EC calls for stakeholders’ support
The ongoing National Voters Register update, spearheaded by the Electoral Commission, is gradually gaining momentum as Ugandans turn up at their respective polling stations to verify and update their details. The exercise, which commenced on January 20, 2025, aims to ensure that eligible voters are included on the register ahead of the upcoming elections. The […] The post National voters’ register update gains momentum; EC calls for stakeholders’ support first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 27 Jan 2025 07:33:57
Sudhir Ruparelia receives prestigious Distinguished Order of the Crested Crane
Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, one of Uganda’s most respected entrepreneurs and philanthropists, was honored with the Distinguished Order of the Crested Crane (Grand Officer) by President Yoweri Museveni, during the 39th NRM/A Victory Day Anniversary celebrations on Sunday in Mubende District. This prestigious award, conferred under the National Honours and Awards Act (2001, as Amended), recognizes […] The post Sudhir Ruparelia receives prestigious Distinguished Order of the Crested Crane first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:44:16
President Museveni Directs Banks to Drop Charges On PDM Funds
[Nile Post] During his speech at the 39th Liberation Day celebrations in Mubende District, President Museveni ordered banks to immediately stop deducting charges from the Parish Development Model (PDM) funds, stressing that Ugandans are entitled to receive the full amount of Shs1 million.
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@allafrica Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:44:17
Turkish Flight Circles Entebbe Skies for Three Hours
[Nile Post] The airline has not revealed the technical problem is cited but in 2023, a bird strike forced another of its flights to go into an emergency holding pattern and land back at Entebbe
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@matookerepublic Mon, 27 Jan 2025 04:28:00
Coca-Cola brings back glass bottles with flash mobs across Kampala
On a lively Saturday afternoon, the streets of Kampala came alive with bursts of energy and excitement as Coca-Cola launched exhilarating flash mobs to celebrate the return of its iconic glass bottle. Featuring the dynamic Trojan Dance Crew, daring skaters, and skilled bikers, the city was treated to a unique fusion of music, movement, and […] The post Coca-Cola brings back glass bottles with flash mobs across Kampala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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