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Beyond The Beat: How Kenneth Mugabi uses music to speak to society
On Saturday September 12, thousands of voices filled Ndere Cultural Centre, singing Muvubuka, Kibunomu, Naki, Sanyu, and Nkwegomba, among others, back to Kenneth Mugabi word for word. It was his 10-year concert for the Kibunomu album, and it offered proof that, a good song can make people sing. A great one, without them even realising The post Beyond The Beat: How Kenneth Mugabi uses music to speak to society first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Equity Bank Uganda honours customers driving business and community growth
Equity Bank Uganda has recognised 80 customers for their loyalty, business growth, community contributions and long-standing relationships with the bank as part of Customer Service Week 2026. The customers were recognised during a customer appreciation breakfast at Protea Kampala on Thursday, with similar events held across the bank's Northern, Eastern and Western regions under the The post Equity Bank Uganda honours customers driving business and community growth first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Makerere suspends lecturer accused of plotting acid attack on ex-wife
Makerere University has directed Associate Professor Faisal Buyinza to step aside from his leadership and administrative duties while a committee investigates allegations that he was involved in an acid attack on his former wife. Buyinza, who heads the Department of Economic Theory and Analysis, has been at the centre of allegations made by Hanifah Nakiryowa, The post Makerere suspends lecturer accused of plotting acid attack on ex-wife first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Absa launches Wealth investment and advisory service as collective investments surpass Shs7 trillion
Absa Bank Uganda has launched a new wealth management service aimed at helping customers invest, diversify and protect their money through a single banking relationship. The new Absa Wealth proposition comes as more Ugandans turn to formal investment products to build long-term financial security. Data from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) shows that assets managed The post Absa launches Wealth investment and advisory service as collective investments surpass Shs7 trillion first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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V&A Sherry to toast to the Miss Uganda Crown this Saturday
With only days left to the Miss Uganda grand finale, Ugandans are yet to celebrate the new Miss Uganda queen who will be crowned this Saturday, October 10, at the Sheraton Hotel Kampala. The grand finale, powered by Uganda's favourite sherry, VA, will be marking a major milestone since the new queen will be crowned The post V&A Sherry to toast to the Miss Uganda Crown this Saturday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Celebrate Independence Day with Calabash Spa treatments from Shs180,000
Calabash Spa and Salon is offering special Independence Day packages to guests looking to relax and take care of their bodies during the holiday weekend. The packages will be available from 9 to 11 October at Speke Resort Munyonyo and Speke Apartments Wampewo, giving guests access to a range of spa treatments at special rates. The post Celebrate Independence Day with Calabash Spa treatments from Shs180,000 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Government responds to reports of Ugandans allegedly registering to vote in Kenyan elections
Uganda has rejected claims that it is involved in Kenya's political affairs ahead of the country's 2027 general elections, saying it respects Kenya's sovereignty and has no interest in interfering in its internal politics. First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga said Uganda would not take sides in The post Government responds to reports of Ugandans allegedly registering to vote in Kenyan elections first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Military Police officers to be deployed to provide security during UNEB exams
The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) will deploy 537 Military Police officers and soldiers to secure the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations, which begin on 12 October 2026. The personnel have completed a three-week Examination Security Course at Buyala, Nsujjumpolwe Barracks in Mpigi District, where they were trained to handle and deliver examination materials The post Military Police officers to be deployed to provide security during UNEB exams first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:47:00
Your ultimate soulful guide to the long independence weekend
One thing we all look forward to is a 3-day day weekend for the perfect excuse to go outside and have a good time. And what better way to kickstart this break away from your desk than with this edition of Strictly Soul, happening at Mestil Gardens on Thursday, October 8th? This ultimate RnB link-up The post Your ultimate soulful guide to the long independence weekend first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:26:00
Smirnoff takes flavor-fueled Fiestas to Mukono & Mbarara with Etania, Azawi and more
Smirnoff is turning up the dial and taking its signature flavor experience back on the two major university hubs this week: UCU in Mukono on Thursday, October 8th, followed by a Western Uganda takeover at University Inn, Mbarara on Saturday, October 10th. Partiers in Mukono are in for a huge night at The John's Hostel The post Smirnoff takes flavor-fueled Fiestas to Mukono & Mbarara with Etania, Azawi and more first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:21:00
Road to Nyege Nyege: Uganda Waragi and Zonke takeover Jinja
If you haven't got your Independence weekend sorted out yet, consider your plans officially locked in. Uganda Waragi and Uganda's premier afro-house music collective, Zonke Africa is taking the ultimate house music experience straight to the source of the Nile. Set to happen at the Bridge Club House in Jinja this Saturday, the poolside music The post Road to Nyege Nyege: Uganda Waragi and Zonke takeover Jinja first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Venus Haircare trains salon professionals on refreshed product range
Venus Haircare has trained salon owners and stylists on its refreshed product range as part of efforts to help hair professionals better understand and recommend its products. The workshop, held today at Hotel La Grande, brought together salon professionals who work directly with consumers and advise them on hair care and styling. The training follows The post Venus Haircare trains salon professionals on refreshed product range first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:26:00
Smirnoff takes Flavor-Fueled Fiestas to Mukono & Mbarara with Etania, Vinka and more
Smirnoff is turning up the dial and taking its signature flavor experience back on the two major university hubs this week: UCU in Mukono on Thursday, October 8th, followed by a Western Uganda takeover at University Inn, Mbarara on Saturday, October 10th. Partiers in Mukono are in for a huge night at St. Johns Hostel The post Smirnoff takes Flavor-Fueled Fiestas to Mukono & Mbarara with Etania, Vinka and more first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:20:00
Uganda Waragi joins The Mith for the SO UG Experience
Uganda Waragi has officially announced its support for The Miths upcoming So UG Experience concert, set for November 14 at Kati Kati Grounds. The announcement itself was a celebration of Ugandan greatness as some of the biggest names in the industry, including Lillian Mbabazi, Navio and many other stars partners who have been part The post Uganda Waragi joins The Mith for the SO UG Experience first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:57:00
DJ Bugy Wants Kampala to Remember How the 2000s Felt
When Pius Fortunate Buguzi chose DJing over a career in medicine, he was making a decision that, at the time, may not have looked like the obvious one. Known today as DJ Bugy, he trained in clinical medicine at Kampala School of Health Sciences, but music had begun pulling him in another direction. He taught The post DJ Bugy Wants Kampala to Remember How the 2000s Felt first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:50:25
I&M Bank to open branches in former Crane Bank premises in Ntinda and Kireka
IM Bank Uganda is set to open new branches in Ntinda and Kireka, bringing former Crane Bank premises back into use as banking facilities. The branches will occupy premises that were at the centre of a long-running property dispute between Meera Investments Limited, associated with businessman Sudhir Ruparelia, and dfcu Bank following the collapse of The post I&M Bank to open branches in former Crane Bank premises in Ntinda and Kireka first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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