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Man jailed for 18 months for forging Museveni's signature
The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate's Court has sentenced businessman Male Nicholus to 18 months in prison for forging President Yoweri Museveni's signature on government documents, including a letter seeking a 15-year renewal of a contract to manage MV Kalangala. Male pleaded guilty to seven counts of forgery and uttering false documents. The court sentenced him The post Man jailed for 18 months for forging Museveni's signature first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:51:00
Enterprises urged to Institutionalize values for lasting legacies at Enjovu Family Business Conference
The Enjovu Family, in partnership with IM Bank Uganda Limited, held the fourth annual Enjovu Family Business Conference at the International School of Uganda, in Lubowa, on Friday, October 16, 2026. The event attracted three generations of business leaders from various sectors, including agriculture, legal, education, manufacturing and industry, among others. In his opening remarks, The post Enterprises urged to Institutionalize values for lasting legacies at Enjovu Family Business Conference first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Police arrest 89 suspects in crime crackdown across Kampala Metropolitan area
Kampala Metropolitan Police has arrested 89 suspects in a series of operations targeting robbery, theft and other criminal activities in crime-prone areas across Kampala, Wakiso and Mukono districts. The operations were conducted in identified crime hotspots and suspected hideouts as police stepped up efforts to disrupt criminal groups and recover suspected stolen property. In Nagalama, The post Police arrest 89 suspects in crime crackdown across Kampala Metropolitan area first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Four killed after perimeter wall collapses onto homes in Bweyogerere
Four people, including a child, were killed after a perimeter wall collapsed onto two residential houses in Bweyogerere, Wakiso District, during heavy rainfall on Tuesday morning. The incident happened at about 6am in Butto Zone, Bweyogerere Division, Kira Municipality, as heavy rain pounded parts of the country. Kampala Metropolitan Police deputy spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire said The post Four killed after perimeter wall collapses onto homes in Bweyogerere first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:12:00
Clabane Skincare wins East Africa Award for Most Preferred Skincare Products
Clabane Skincare has won the Quality Excellence Award for Most Preferred Skincare Products in East Africa at the sixth East Africa Brand Quality Awards held in Kampala on 16 October 2026. The ceremony took place at Hotel Africana and recognised brands and business leaders from nine countries in the region. Organisers said winners are selected The post Clabane Skincare wins East Africa Award for Most Preferred Skincare Products first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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State prosecutor found dead at his home
A state prosecutor attached to Nebbi has been found dead at his rented home in Nebbi Municipality after failing to report to court on Monday morning. Emmanuel Bumbi Naguyo, who served as a Deputy Resident State Attorney, was found dead in his room in Riverview Cell, Central Ward, near Tokyo House. According to the Office The post State prosecutor found dead at his home first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:56:45
In Pictures: Victoria University holds 10th graduation at Speke Resort Munyonyo
Victoria University's 10th graduation ceremony is under way at Speke Resort Convention Centre in Munyonyo, Kampala, bringing together graduands, parents, guardians, university staff and invited guests to celebrate the achievements of the graduating students. The two-day ceremony, held on Monday, 19 October, and Tuesday, 20 October 2026, is running under the theme "The Future Is The post In Pictures: Victoria University holds 10th graduation at Speke Resort Munyonyo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:03:00
Bell Citrus brings the fun to Kyambogo Freshers Ball as students dance into the new academic year
If the energy at the Kyambogo Freshers Ball is anything to go by, the new academic year has started on a high note. Bell Citrus joined the party as a beverage sponsor, bringing an interactive brand experience to the Kyambogo University Grounds that gave students plenty of reasons to pause, play, and make memories before The post Bell Citrus brings the fun to Kyambogo Freshers Ball as students dance into the new academic year first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:30:00
Captain Morgan Gives Nkozi Grad Class Ultimate Party and Play Send-Off
Sporting sharp trims and fresh nail sets for graduation week, Nkozi university students gathered at the Bbosa Hostel courtyard as the Captain Morgan gave the graduating class one last epic hurrah. Captain Morgan is built on the spirit of fun, friendship, and shared moments," said Captain Morgan's Raymond Karama. "Grad week is a major milestone, The post Captain Morgan Gives Nkozi Grad Class Ultimate Party and Play Send-Off first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:03:00
Guinness Smooth's Pass the Aux Makes Space for Music, Art and Self-Expression
If Friday night at Somewhere Else in Lugogo proved anything, it is that music hits differently when everyone gets a chance to make it their own. The third edition of Pass the Aux, powered by Guinness Smooth, brought together music lovers, creatives and Kampala's nightlife crowd for an immersive experience where the music kept moving, The post Guinness Smooth's Pass the Aux Makes Space for Music, Art and Self-Expression first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:28:00
Matugga transporter wins new boda boda in KBET and VROOOM Giveaway
Ssempagala Ismail Ivan, a transporter from Kavule in Matugga, has won a brand-new motorcycle in the KBET and VROOOM giveaway. Ivan, a football fan who enjoys following Premier League matches and participates in sports betting, collected his prize from KBET offices, adding a new motorcycle to his transport business. The giveaway is continuing, with more The post Matugga transporter wins new boda boda in KBET and VROOOM Giveaway first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:54:07
Irene Ntale opens up about struggles to conceive
Singer Irene Ntale has spoken about the emotional toll of her struggle to conceive, revealing the pain of wanting children but finding the journey to motherhood difficult. In a now-deleted TikTok post, Ntale shared her frustration over her efforts to prepare her body for pregnancy, saying the experience has been emotionally challenging. The singer, who The post Irene Ntale opens up about struggles to conceive first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:35:58
Catholic priest dies after wooden crucifix falls on him during livestreamed mass
A Catholic priest has died after a large wooden crucifix fell on him during a livestreamed Mass at a church in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari was celebrating Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on 17 October 2026 when the crucifix, mounted above the altar, suddenly detached from the wall and The post Catholic priest dies after wooden crucifix falls on him during livestreamed mass first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:04:33
More Than a Mixer: The Story Behind Gin and Tonic Day
Every October 19, gin enthusiasts around the world celebrate International Gin and Tonic Day, raising a glass to one of the cocktail world's most recognisable combinations. Unlike many food and drink celebrations built around a major industry or historical milestone, the modern observance has a more personal story. It is commonly traced to 2010, when The post More Than a Mixer: The Story Behind Gin and Tonic Day first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:18:02
Uganda turns to Ice Hockey to attract European Tourists
Uganda is turning to international ice hockey to promote its tourism attractions and attract more visitors from Switzerland and other European countries. The initiative follows a partnership between the Uganda Embassy in Switzerland, the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Infront Sports Media, a global sports marketing company. Under the agreement, Uganda's Explore Uganda tourism The post Uganda turns to Ice Hockey to attract European Tourists first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Victoria University ranks second in Uganda's university assessment with 87.4 points
Victoria University has ranked second among Uganda's universities in the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)'s revised institutional ranking, scoring 87.4 points. The university trails Makerere University, which scored 88.9 points, while Kampala International University came third with 85.8 points. The ranking comes as Victoria University prepares to hold its 10th graduation ceremony on Tuesday, The post Victoria University ranks second in Uganda's university assessment with 87.4 points first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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