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@kfm Mon, 09 Dec 2024 03:32:33
Portugal winger Nani announces retirement
BY REUTERS Former Portugal and Manchester United winger Nani announced his retirement on Sunday at the age of 38. Nani joined United in 2007 and went on to make 230 appearances for the club, scoring 41 goals. He won the Champions League in his first season and went on to win four Premier League titles and two League Cups in eight seasons. “The time has come to say goodbye, I have decided to finish my career as a professional player,” Nani wrote on social media. “It’s been an amazing ride and I wanted to thank every single person who has helped me and supported me through the highs and lows during a career which lasted over 20 years and gave […] The post Portugal winger Nani announces retirement first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 08 Dec 2024 10:09:50
Guinness Matchday on Tour kicks off in high gear at Zoe Grounds
The Guinness Matchday on Tour is here, and football fans are buzzing with excitement! The first stop of this epic roadshow kicked off at Zoe Grounds, Lugogo, on Saturday, delivering a spectacular football experience like no other. Despite a weather hiccup that saw the highly anticipated Merseyside Derby between Liverpool and Everton postponed, fans were […] The post Guinness Matchday on Tour kicks off in high gear at Zoe Grounds first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 08 Dec 2024 10:49:56
Uganda to build 20,000-seat Akii Bua Stadium in Lira City; the Shs470 billion project is expected to be completed in 20 months
The government has partnered with Egypt’s SAMCO National Construction Company to build the 20,000-seat Akii Bua Olympic Stadium in Lira City. The $129 million (about Shs470 billion) project is slated for completion within 20 months. The contract signing ceremony was held at State House Nakasero and hosted by First Lady and Minister of Education and […] The post Uganda to build 20,000-seat Akii Bua Stadium in Lira City; the Shs470 billion project is expected to be completed in 20 months first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Sat, 07 Dec 2024 14:21:21
Here are Uganda’s top 5 Spotify artists
Like every year, streaming platform Spotify has unveiled its annual rankings, highlighting the most streamed artists in Uganda for 2024. According to Spotify, Joshua Baraka, Azawi, Vinka, Elijah Kitaka and Winnie Nwagi make the top list of artists who have captivated Ugandan audiences and gained significant global recognition. These artists have dominated playlists with their […] The post Here are Uganda’s top 5 Spotify artists first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 07 Dec 2024 13:09:52
Mpuuga and I are birds of a feather- Alien Skin
“Birds of a feather flock together” is an English proverb that means people with similar characteristics or interests tend to spend time together. After signing a Memorandum of Understanding between Fangone Forest and a new political formation, Democratic Alliance (DA), Alien Skin stunned Ugandans when he used the old adage to describe his relationship with […] The post Mpuuga and I are birds of a feather- Alien Skin first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 07 Dec 2024 05:15:07
What to expect at noise nation festival
Three of Uganda’s biggest creative forces, Swangz Avenue, House of DJs (HOD) and Talent Africa Group have come together to deliver a festival tailored for music lovers, art enthusiasts, and anyone craving a day of unforgettable vibes. The three powerhouses have joined hands on the Noise Nation Festival, a spectacular celebration of music, art, […] The post What to expect at noise nation festival first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:05:27
I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns for season finale with exciting ‘Double Bogey Danger’ format
All is set for the 2024 I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series grand finale this Saturday, December 7 at the Entebbe Club. This will be the fourth event of the quarterly series, and shall close the 2024 season of the series. The season finale comes a few weeks after a group of Ugandan golfers traveled to […] The post I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns for season finale with exciting ‘Double Bogey Danger’ format first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:17:18
What a great horrible year for music
We definitely know what you are thinking; sQoop and Daily Monitor just delivered a lead story with a glaring mistake. Maybe we should take on X (formerly Twitter) to shame them. But we know what we are doing, and probably the last people in print that know exactly what we are doing. Yes, […] The post What a great horrible year for music first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:58:01
Mpuuga announces new political formation ahead of 2026 elections
Former Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Mathias Mpuuga, officially announced a new political formation, the Democratic Alliance (DA), on Friday. This development follows his fallout with the National Unity Platform, a party he co-founded with other members ahead of the 2021 general elections. “The leading opposition political party in Uganda is in deep slumber, how does that happen?” Mpuuga wondered on Friday. The Democratic Alliance is expected to be formally registered as a political party once it fulfills the requirements set by the Electoral Commission. At the same event on Friday, musician Patrick Mulwana, popularly known as Alien Skin, pledged his support for the new group in the upcoming 2026 election campaigns. The post Mpuuga announces new political formation ahead of 2026 elections first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:45:02
Uganda Waragi toasts Hip Hop royalty at The Mith’s “The Ugandan Live” Concert
Last night, the legendary Hip Hop artist, The Mith, took the stage for his highly anticipated concert, “The Ugandan Live.” Held at the Villa, the event was a celebration of Hip Hop culture, infused with the vibrant spirit of Uganda Waragi. Guests were greeted with a complimentary specially curated Uganda Waragi Lemon and Ginger-based cocktail […] The post Uganda Waragi toasts Hip Hop royalty at The Mith’s “The Ugandan Live” Concert first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:55:15
Minister urges KCCA suppliers to ensure timely deliveries
The State Minister for Kampala Metropolitan Affairs, Kyofatogabye Kabuye, has urged suppliers of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) to prioritize timely delivery of goods and services to prevent contract cancellations. Speaking at the KCCA’s 4th Suppliers Conference in Kampala on Friday, Mr. Kabuye emphasized the importance of timely delivery. “Every contract signed and every project implemented presents an opportunity to build local capacity,” he stated. He commended the suppliers for their patience in the face of challenges such as delayed payments. However, he urged them to maintain quality and timeliness in their deliveries to empower communities. Mr. Kyofatogabye also encouraged contractors to utilize local labor to address youth unemployment issues. The post Minister urges KCCA suppliers to ensure timely deliveries first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:15:59
World food prices reach 19-month high, UN says
BY REUTERS The United Nations’ world food price index rose in November to its highest level since April 2023, recording its biggest gain in 19 months on the back of surging vegetable oil prices, data showed on Friday. The price index, compiled by the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to track the most globally traded food commodities, increased to 127.5 points last month from a revised 126.9 points in October, the highest level in 19 months and up 5.7% from a year ago. The vegetable oil index jumped 7.5% above levels seen a month ago and 32% above those seen a year earlier, driven by concerns over lower than expected palm oil output due to excessive rainfall in Southeast […] The post World food prices reach 19-month high, UN says first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:47:39
Spotify 2024 Rankings: Azawi, Vinka, Elijah Kitaka, Winnie Nwagi, and Joshua Baraka shine as Uganda’s Top Artists on the global stage
Spotify has unveiled its annual rankings for 2024, celebrating Uganda’s most-streamed artists and their exceptional contributions to the music industry. Topping the list are Azawi, Vinka, Elijah Kitaka, Winnie Nwagi, and Joshua Baraka, who have not only captivated local audiences but also gained significant recognition on the global stage. Their unique sounds have cemented Uganda’s […] The post Spotify 2024 Rankings: Azawi, Vinka, Elijah Kitaka, Winnie Nwagi, and Joshua Baraka shine as Uganda’s Top Artists on the global stage first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:13:00
DRC Trade Missions Open New Frontiers for Investment And Business Growth Across Africa
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with its vast natural resources and emerging sectors, is quickly becoming a key player in the African economic landscape. Equity Group Holdings, through its ongoing Trade Missions to DRC, is strategically positioning itself and its partners to capitalize on these opportunities, unlocking new trade and investment pathways that span […] The post DRC Trade Missions Open New Frontiers for Investment And Business Growth Across Africa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:37:00
K’la needs more of us on the night shift
Life as I know it now, is a continuous series of meetings and partings. You gain some things, you lose others. You wake up, you sleep. It is more cyclical than linear. Things repeat. And I suspect, it is that repeat that breaks people, that constant longing for some novelty, that we think exists somewhere. […] The post K’la needs more of us on the night shift first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:20:39
Govt urged to prioritise Muslim women’s inclusion in public life
The Muslim Centre for Justice and Law (MCJL) has called on government institutions to establish policies that promote the inclusion and participation of Muslim women in public life and leadership roles. Speaking at an annual conference hosted by the MCJL at the Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala on Thursday, MCJL President Umar Nyanzi highlighted the lack of targeted policies addressing the inclusion of Muslim women in government programs and decision-making roles. He argued that this lack of targeted policies leads to their underrepresentation. “The presenters have revealed that there is a problem of participation of women and they have called for inclusive policies such as the acceptance of the Muslim women in public space,” he said. Nyanzi emphasized the need […] The post Govt urged to prioritise Muslim women’s inclusion in public life first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:29:00
Government launches Results-Based Financing Programme to support Clean Energy adoption and access
The Government of Uganda through Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC) has officially launched its Results-Based Financing/Price Subsidy (RBF) Programme as part of the Electricity Access Scale-up Project (EASP). The launch, which took place on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Kiboga District Administration Grounds, comes just a month after […] The post Government launches Results-Based Financing Programme to support Clean Energy adoption and access first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:30:00
Bank of Uganda denies hacking in Shs60 billion fraud scandal, explains circumstances
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has dismissed claims that a recent UGX 60 billion fraud resulted from a hacking incident, clarifying that the breaches occurred outside its IT systems. Deputy Governor Michael Atingi-Ego reassured the public, stating, “Our systems remain uncompromised and secure. Fraudulent instructions to divert funds were initiated outside the Bank of Uganda […] The post Bank of Uganda denies hacking in Shs60 billion fraud scandal, explains circumstances first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:31:20
Janzi Band to Headline Christmas Festivities at Speke Resort Munyonyo
Speke Resort Munyonyo is set to light up Christmas Day with an unforgettable festive experience headlined by the legendary Janzi Band. Renowned for their electrifying performances, the band will serenade guests with live music at the Poll Pavilion (Speke Resort Poolside) during the much-anticipated Christmas lunch buffet. The buffet, offering a sumptuous culinary spread, is […] The post Janzi Band to Headline Christmas Festivities at Speke Resort Munyonyo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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