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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 04:00:39
Lopes will relish Messi duel, says Cape Verde defenders mother
The prospect of facing World Cup record goalscorer Lionel Messi in a knockout game would strike fear into most defenders, but not Roberto Lopes, according to the Cape Verde defenders mother.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:00:14
Uganda refutes claims of Marburg outbreak
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Health (MOH) said that it was unaware of an outbreak of Marburg viral hemorrhagic fever in the country. Information about a possible outbreak started circulating after the United States Embassy in Kampala released an advisory alerting its citizens that there was a potential case reported in Western … The post Uganda refutes claims of Marburg outbreak appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:00:14
CDF SPOKESMAN: NMG pledges more patriotic and balanced journalism
Entebbe, Uganda | URN | Col Chris Magezi, the military assistant to the Chief of Defence Forces UPDF, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has released a statement, indicating that Nation Media Group (NMG) management is "committing to adopting a more patriotic, balanced, and objective approach to their journalism moving forward." In his statement, he reported that NMG pledged to … The post CDF SPOKESMAN: NMG pledges more patriotic and balanced journalism appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:00:15
UNBS seizes counterfeit toilet tissue in Kikuubo
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has arrested four suspects and impounded more than 400 cartons of counterfeit and substandard toilet tissue, along with thousands of counterfeit packaging materials. The arrests were made during an operation targeting shops in Kampala's Kikuubo business district. The operation, conducted at Tesco Plastic Plaza … The post UNBS seizes counterfeit toilet tissue in Kikuubo appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:00:16
Premium brands turn to exclusive experiences to court Uganda's business elite
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Premium beverage brands are increasingly shifting from traditional marketing to curated, invitation-only experiences as they seek to strengthen relationships with Uganda's growing class of high-net-worth consumers. The latest example played out over the weekend when Johnnie Walker Blue Label hosted an exclusive whisky experience at LeBotti in Kisimenti, bringing … The post Premium brands turn to exclusive experiences to court Uganda's business elite appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 02 Jul 2026 02:26:49
UNBS seizes over 400 cartons of counterfeit toilet paper in Kikuubo
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has arrested four people and seized more than 400 cartons of counterfeit and substandard toilet tissue during an enforcement operation in Kampalas Kikuubo business district. The raid also led to the recovery of thousands of fake packaging materials believed to have been used to rebrand unlabelled toilet tissue The post UNBS seizes over 400 cartons of counterfeit toilet paper in Kikuubo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:35:16
Swangz Avenue explains why it parted ways with Zafaran
Swangz Avenue co-founder Benon Mugumbya has addressed growing speculation surrounding singer Zafarans departure from the record label, insisting the split was a mutual business decision and not the fallout many have portrayed it to be. Zafaran announced on 25 June 2026 that she had ended her four-year relationship with Swangz Avenue, having joined the label The post Swangz Avenue explains why it parted ways with Zafaran first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:07:59
"All the children are mine," Chameleone slams 'false' DNA allegations
Singer Jose Chameleone has dismissed claims that he carried out DNA tests on his children, describing the allegations as false, malicious and harmful to his family. The singer was responding to reports allegedly made by veteran media personality Josephat Seguya, a presenter at Bukedde TV, who claimed that Chameleone had conducted DNA tests on the The post "All the children are mine," Chameleone slams 'false' DNA allegations first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:19:19
Chameleone reflects on failed business ventures, unveils new magazine
Singer Jose Chameleone has opened up about the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial journey, revealing that despite suffering major financial losses and failed investments over the years, he has no plans of giving up on business. Speaking about his ventures, the Leone Island boss said he has always sought to diversify his income beyond The post Chameleone reflects on failed business ventures, unveils new magazine first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:25:50
Yung Mulo says exhaustion, not debt, landed him in hospital
Singer Yung Mulo has broken his silence on the health scare that saw him hospitalized shortly after his traditional kukyala ceremony, revealing that extreme exhaustion, not financial stress, was to blame. The artist said he is recovering well after doctors advised him to take time off and rest following weeks of nonstop activity that took The post Yung Mulo says exhaustion, not debt, landed him in hospital first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:29:02
Chameleone thanks Daniella for withstanding his personality
Veteran musician Jose Chameleone has spoken candidly about the end of his marriage to Daniella Atim, saying he has accepted that every chapter in life has its beginning and its end. Appearing in a recent television interview, the Leone Island boss revealed that the two have already filed for divorce and are now nearing the The post Chameleone thanks Daniella for withstanding his personality first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:53:31
Stakeholders Call for Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture to Boost Uganda's Food Security
[Nile Post] Agriculture stakeholders have called for stronger collaboration among policymakers, researchers, farmers, and other players in the food value chain to improve food security, nutrition, and food safety in Uganda.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:07:55
Govt Secures Shs 480.9 Billion Standard Chartered Financing for Kitgum-Kidepo Road Upgrade
[Nile Post] The Government of Uganda has secured 110.5 million (approximately Shs480.9 billion) in financing from Standard Chartered Bank Uganda to upgrade the 115.8-kilometre Kitgum-Kidepo Road, a project expected to improve regional trade, reduce transport costs and unlock tourism and investment opportunities in Northern Uganda.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:07:55
UPDF Destroys Illegal Fishing Nets Worth Shs1.8 Billion in Kwania
[Independent (Kampala)] Kwania, Uganda -- The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Marine Battalion has destroyed 5,780 illegal fishing nets worth an estimated at 1.8 billion shillings in Kwania District, intensifying efforts to protect fish stocks and enforce fisheries regulations on Lake Kwania.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:07:58
Uganda to Begin Voluntary Repatriation of Citizens From South Africa
[Nile Post] Uganda is set to receive the first batch of 265 Ugandan nationals being voluntarily repatriated from South Africa, marking the start of a coordinated exercise to facilitate the return of citizens who wish to come home.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:07:59
Health Experts Warn Against Harmful Cultural Practices Endangering Children
[Nile Post] Health experts in Ntungamo District have cautioned families against relying on traditional remedies for illnesses that are often misinterpreted as cultural or spiritual conditions, saying the practice delays proper medical care and leads to avoidable child deaths.
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@allafrica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:53:34
Rukungiri's HIV Prevalence Stands At 8.3% Young Women Most Affected - TASO
[Nile Post] Rukungiri District has an HIV prevalence rate of 8.3 percent, well above Uganda's national average of 5.2 percent, officials from The AIDS Support Organisation (TASO) have revealed.
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@allafrica Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:53:34
Rukungiri Health Centre IV Overwhelmed As Surge in Maternity Cases Strains Capacity
[Nile Post] Rukungiri Health Centre IV is struggling to cope with a growing number of expectant mothers, forcing staff to transfer some patients to Bugangari Health Centre IV, located about 19 kilometres away.
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