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Uganda begins new trials of Ebola vaccine
Uganda has begun a new phase of clinical trials for a candidate vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, as scientists step up efforts to develop protection against the virus responsible for an ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said the The post Uganda begins new trials of Ebola vaccine first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Zonke shakes up Jinja with the SO UG Nyege Nyege warm up
The Bridge Club House was the place to be for the ultimate kickoff to SO UG Nyege Nyege parties! Uganda Waragi teamed up with Zonke afro-house music collective, to take over Jinja for an unforgettable poolside pre-Nyege Nyege experience right at the source of the Nile. The party got off to a bright and early The post Zonke shakes up Jinja with the SO UG Nyege Nyege warm up first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Aprtment Life makes grabs entry into the Kampala party scene with Don Julio and Johnnie Walker
Kampala's entertainment scene welcomed a new international party concept on Saturday, October 10, asAprtment Life made its Ugandan debut at Motiv in Bugolobi, bringing together music, fashion, tequila and whisky vibes. Brought to Uganda by Ganda Vibes, the event introduced Kampala to a lifestyle concept that has travelled across cities including Paris, Cape Town, Nairobi The post Aprtment Life makes grabs entry into the Kampala party scene with Don Julio and Johnnie Walker first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Khalid Aucho retires from international football after 13 years with Uganda Cranes
Former Uganda Cranes captain Khalid Aucho has retired from international football after 13 years of representing the national team, bringing an end to a career in which he helped Uganda return to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and later captained the side. Aucho announced his retirement on Monday, 12 October 2026, reflecting on a The post Khalid Aucho retires from international football after 13 years with Uganda Cranes first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Joshua Baraka teases 'Commando' collaboration with Tiwa Savage
Singer Joshua Baraka has teased fans with news that his much-anticipated collaboration, Commando, featuring Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage, will be released earlier than planned. Baraka revealed that the song, which was initially scheduled for November alongside his upcoming project, will now drop in October following what he described as an overwhelming reception. "The reception The post Joshua Baraka teases 'Commando' collaboration with Tiwa Savage first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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UNEB warns 503,055 UCE candidates against malpractice as examinations begin
A total of 503,055 candidates have started their Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations at 4,514 centres across the country, according to the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB). The candidates include 264,722 females and 238,333 males, with 906 learners registered under Special Needs Education (SNE). Of the total number, 187,918 candidates, representing 37.3 per cent, The post UNEB warns 503,055 UCE candidates against malpractice as examinations begin first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Man confesses to killing women, giving body parts to traditional healers and eating others, including hearts and legs
Police in Masaka have arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of Natukunda Jackline, a resident of Lukaya, following investigations into allegations that a traditional healer hired a man to supply human body parts for Shs2 million. The main suspect, Kamugisha Kulaishi, 38, a moneylender from Kasala LC I in Nyendo-Mukungwe Division, allegedly confessed The post Man confesses to killing women, giving body parts to traditional healers and eating others, including hearts and legs first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:42:00
Almorie Nagayi crowned Miss Uganda 2026/2027
19-year-old Almorie Nagayi from Masaka, Central Uganda, was crowned Miss Uganda 2026/2027 at a blissful event held at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel on Saturday, October 10. Nagayi was an audience favourite, with many carrying placards bearing her face and chanting her name whenever she was announced. She hopes to use her crown to advocate for The post Almorie Nagayi crowned Miss Uganda 2026/2027 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 11 Oct 2026 08:12:00
I&M Bank Joins Persons with Disabilities in Business to champion inclusion and empowerment at second edition of Annual Disability Run
On Sunday, October 11, 2026, hundreds of runners gathered at Kitebi Primary School in Kampala for the second edition of the Annual Disability Run. The run, organized by Persons with Disabilities in Business (PIB-UG), and powered by IM Bank, was officially flagged off by Hon. Faith Nakut, Woman Member of Parliament for Napak District and The post I&M Bank Joins Persons with Disabilities in Business to champion inclusion and empowerment at second edition of Annual Disability Run first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Police arrest man allegedly hired by traditional healer to supply human body parts for Shs2 million each
Police in Masaka have arrested two suspects over the murder of Natukunda Jackline, a resident of Lukaya, in a case involving allegations that a traditional healer hired a man to procure human body parts for Shs2 million. The principal suspect, Kamugisha Kulaishi, 38, a moneylender and resident of Kasala LC I in Nyendo-Mukungwe Division, allegedly The post Police arrest man allegedly hired by traditional healer to supply human body parts for Shs2 million each first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Old School RnB and Friends Takes Nostalgia to Buyala
White, khaki, denim and coffee brown set the tone at Masheda Palms in Buyala on Saturday, October 10, as Old School RnB and Friends took its familiar blend of music, fashion and nostalgia beyond Kampala for the first time. Supported by Baileys and Tusker Cider, the Independence weekend special offered a change of scenery for The post Old School RnB and Friends Takes Nostalgia to Buyala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Two mechanics killed, three injured in gas cylinder explosion in Lira
Two mechanics were killed and three other people injured when a gas cylinder exploded at a garage in Ireda Central Park Cell, Lira City, on 10 October 2026. The explosion occurred at about 6pm as the mechanics, identified as Okabo James and another man known only as Daniel, were repairing a motorcycle using a gas The post Two mechanics killed, three injured in gas cylinder explosion in Lira first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:15:08
Police arrest two suspects over murder of mother, baby and housemaid
Police in Kyegegwa District have arrested two suspects over the killing of a 28-year-old woman, her one-year-old daughter and a 19-year-old domestic worker in Nkanja Sub-county. The victims were identified as Christine Kansiime, her daughter Miracle, aged one year and three months, and Joan A, who worked as a domestic worker at Kansiime's home in The post Police arrest two suspects over murder of mother, baby and housemaid first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:06:56
Guinness Matchday watch parties still on despite Trophy Tour Cancellation
Guiness Matchday was set for an epic return following two weeks without Premier League action as the Trophy was supposed to be in Uganda this weekend. However, Guinness announced that the much-anticipated tour had been cancelled. "We worked hard to bring the Trophy Tour to Uganda between the 11th and 13th October 2026. However, despite The post Guinness Matchday watch parties still on despite Trophy Tour Cancellation first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 10 Oct 2026 09:40:34
DJ Bugy, Navio and The Mith take Kampala back to the 2000s
There was a time when baggy jeans, oversized baseball jerseys and slanting caps defined the look of a night out. On Independence Eve, at Motiv, Kampala revisited that era as DJ Bugy staged the fifth edition of The Bugy Show, dubbed the Y2K Edition. The outfits were a cocktail of early 2000s references. Some revellers The post DJ Bugy, Navio and The Mith take Kampala back to the 2000s first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:39:52
93 suspects arrested in police operation along Northern Bypass
Police have arrested 93 suspects during an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected criminals along the Northern Bypass, Busega and Kyengera Flyover. The operation was conducted on 7 October 2026 between 7pm and 11pm following intelligence reports that suspected criminals were using the areas as hideouts and taking advantage of traffic congestion to rob members of the The post 93 suspects arrested in police operation along Northern Bypass first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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