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Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after successful surgery
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung at a hospital in Rome. The 71-year-old pontiff was operated on Tuesday, 13 October, at Gemelli Hospital after doctors detected a small growth in his lung during routine medical checks. Tests carried out before The post Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after successful surgery first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Rwanda to host African Grand Prix in early 2030s as Formula One returns to Africa
Rwanda is set to bring Formula One racing back to Africa for the first time in more than three decades, with the African Grand Prix scheduled to join the championship calendar in the early 2030s. The race will be held at a new purpose-built circuit in Bugesera, about 40 kilometres south of Kigali, Rwanda's capital, The post Rwanda to host African Grand Prix in early 2030s as Formula One returns to Africa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Here are the 48 schools that did not register S4 candidates for 2026 UCE exams
Forty-eight schools that registered candidates for last year's Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations did not register any Senior Four candidates for the 2026 exams, prompting an investigation by the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB). UNEB Executive Director Dan Odongo said the board was investigating whether the schools had no eligible candidates or whether the The post Here are the 48 schools that did not register S4 candidates for 2026 UCE exams first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Why the US has extended travel restrictions on Uganda
The United States has extended restrictions on travellers from Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and South Sudan for another 30 days over concerns about the risk of Ebola spreading across borders. In a notice issued on 11 October, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which operates under the Department of The post Why the US has extended travel restrictions on Uganda first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Uganda Cranes legend Okwi and three others win tickets to watch the Premier League live in the UK courtesy of Guinness
Four more football fans have won tickets to watch the English Premier League live in the United Kingdom this season, courtesy of Guinness. The quartet was announced on Monday, October 12, 2026, at the Guinness Matchday watch party held at The Villa in Bukoto, Kampala. Among the winners was Uganda Cranes legend and former captain The post Uganda Cranes legend Okwi and three others win tickets to watch the Premier League live in the UK courtesy of Guinness first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 13 Oct 2026 06:37:44
Over 500 arrested over alleged theft of PDM funds
Police and other law enforcement agencies have arrested 552 suspects accused of stealing and mismanaging funds under the government's Parish Development Model (PDM), with 492 of them already appearing in court. The suspects were arrested during a nationwide operation launched on 4 August 2026 to investigate and prosecute people suspected of abusing funds meant to The post Over 500 arrested over alleged theft of PDM funds first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:51:30
Former Uganda Cranes captain Andy Mwesigwa turns to fundraising match to save school from Shs1.3 billion bank loan
Former Uganda Cranes captain Andy Mwesigwa is seeking public support to save his AMESCO High School in Bugwanya Village, Wakiso District, from possible takeover by a bank over an outstanding loan that has reportedly accumulated to Shs1.3 billion. Mwesigwa has organised a fundraising football match scheduled for today, 13 October, at Hamz Stadium, starting at The post Former Uganda Cranes captain Andy Mwesigwa turns to fundraising match to save school from Shs1.3 billion bank loan first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 13 Oct 2026 06:06:49
Desire Luzinda, Levixone expecting their first child together
Singer Desire Luzinda has seemingly confirmed that she is expecting a baby with her husband, gospel singer Levixone, putting months of speculation about her pregnancy to rest. Desire shared a video on social media showing the couple enjoying a meal at a restaurant, with Levixone affectionately rubbing her visibly grown baby bump. "The only Salongo The post Desire Luzinda, Levixone expecting their first child together first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:23:34
Guinness rewards six football fans with all-expenses-paid UK trips to watch the Premier League live
Six football fans have landed the ultimate matchday experience, securing all-expenses-paid trips to the UK to catch the English Premier League action live, courtesy of Guinness. The winners are Brandon Semanda, Stephen Paul Anyaja, Bob Emmanuel Otim, Mark Buyondo, Tucker Kibirige and Malaika Nyanzi. They were announced at the Guinness Matchday watch party held on The post Guinness rewards six football fans with all-expenses-paid UK trips to watch the Premier League live first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Oct 2026 04:56:00
Crysto Deejay lights up the Captain Morgan Muck Pit Edition of Strictly Soul
Mestil Gardens came alive last Thursday as RB fans gathered for the Captain Morgan Muck Pit edition of Strictly Soul, with Crysto deejay turning a laid-back evening into a lively sing-along party. The night started in the dedicated Muck Pit cocktail zone, where guests sampled rum cocktails before making their way into the main party The post Crysto Deejay lights up the Captain Morgan Muck Pit Edition of Strictly Soul first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:12:00
How Smirnoff Fiestas brought Mukono and Mbarara to life
As Uganda geared up for Independence Day celebrations, the Smirnoff Fiestas delivered a double-header of music, flavor, and pure, unfiltered energy proving that whether you party in the East or the West, the spirit is universal. "The Smirnoff Fiestas are truly the ultimate party starter for campus freshers," said Smirnoff Brand Manager Raymond Karama. "It The post How Smirnoff Fiestas brought Mukono and Mbarara to life first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:07:00
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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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:18:00
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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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:33:58
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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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:15:34
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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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:30:57
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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