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Susan Makula: I turned down Shs3 billion to leave Pastor Bujjingo
Susan Makula Bujjingo has claimed that she has been approached twice with large money offers to separate from Pastor Aloysius Bujjingo of House of Prayer Ministries International. While preaching about faithfulness in marriage during Sunday Service at Canaan Land in Kikoni, Makula said that the first person who asked her to leave Pastor Bujjingo offered […] The post Susan Makula: I turned down Shs3 billion to leave Pastor Bujjingo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Ugandan Fintech Executive Esther Nigiwan joins Sierra Leone's Vult as Chief Commercial Officer
Ugandan fintech executive Esther Linda Nigiwan has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer of Vult, a digital financial services company based in Sierra Leone, where she will oversee its commercial strategy and expansion. Nigiwan has relocated to Sierra Leones capital, Freetown, to take up the position, bringing more than 10 years of experience in digital payments, The post Ugandan Fintech Executive Esther Nigiwan joins Sierra Leone's Vult as Chief Commercial Officer first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Pastor on the run for beating his Primary Four son to death for attending a Primary Seven Leavers' Party
Police in Kamuli District are hunting for a 38-year-old pastor accused of beating his 10-year-old son to death for attending a Primary Seven leavers' party at a nearby school. The suspect, identified as Robert Muwanguzi, is a pastor at Universal Apostles Fellowship Church of Righteousness. He reportedly fled after the incident, leaving his wife, who The post Pastor on the run for beating his Primary Four son to death for attending a Primary Seven Leavers' Party first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Why government is merging Uganda's Electricity Generation, Transmission and Distribution Companies
The government is moving to merge Uganda's three main electricity companies into a single entity as part of efforts to reduce administrative costs, eliminate duplication of responsibilities and improve efficiency in the electricity sector. The companies targeted for the merger are Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL), Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) and Uganda The post Why government is merging Uganda's Electricity Generation, Transmission and Distribution Companies first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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P7 candidate loses sight while sitting first PLE paper in Lwengo
A 17-year-old Primary Seven candidate in Lwengo District was forced to abandon her first Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) paper after she suddenly lost her sight while sitting the examination. Fiona Kisakye, a pupil at Kisaana Bataka Primary School, reportedly became unable to see what was printed on her examination paper, prompting her to leave the The post P7 candidate loses sight while sitting first PLE paper in Lwengo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Here are the government agencies set to be scrapped or merged
The government is planning to merge or absorb 60 government agencies into ministries and other institutions as part of a major restructuring exercise aimed at reducing public expenditure, eliminating duplication of roles and improving service delivery. Minister of ICT and National Guidance Justine Kasule Lumumba announced the latest figures on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, during The post Here are the government agencies set to be scrapped or merged first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 03 Nov 2026 08:56:45
Paradise Island Resort on Lake Victoria set to officially open on December 1
The Ruparelia Group is set to open Paradise Island Resort, a 19-acre private island retreat on Lake Victoria, on 1 December 2026, adding a new luxury tourism destination to Ugandas hospitality industry. Located about 20 minutes by speedboat from Speke Resort Munyonyo, the resort has been developed as an eco-friendly destination, with all its operations The post Paradise Island Resort on Lake Victoria set to officially open on December 1 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 03 Nov 2026 07:16:57
PROFILE: Who is retired Lieutenant General Peter Elwelu, the former Deputy Army Commander?
Retired Lieutenant General Peter Elwelu, one of the Uganda People's Defence Forces' (UPDF) former senior commanders, was arrested in Soroti City on Monday, 2 November 2026, over allegations of involvement in activities aimed at destabilising the Teso sub-region. The UPDF announced his arrest following days of security operations and a search for the former Deputy The post PROFILE: Who is retired Lieutenant General Peter Elwelu, the former Deputy Army Commander? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:22:04
Over 500 minor offenders sentenced to one month of cleaning public facilities in Kampala
At least 538 people convicted of minor offences in Kampala have been released from prison and ordered to perform one month of unpaid community service instead of serving jail sentences. The offenders, who had been detained at Luzira Prison, were sentenced on Monday and will be deployed to clean markets, schools and other public places The post Over 500 minor offenders sentenced to one month of cleaning public facilities in Kampala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:59:06
Former Deputy Army Commander Lt Gen Peter Elwelu arrested
Retired Lieutenant General Peter Elwelu, a former Deputy Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), has been arrested in Soroti City over allegations that he was involved in activities intended to destabilise the Teso sub-region. The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) announced his arrest on Monday evening, 2 November, following days of security operations and a search The post Former Deputy Army Commander Lt Gen Peter Elwelu arrested first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:29:00
252 golfers bring Uganda and Kenya together at Season 2 of the I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series Migingo Skirmishes in Limuru
A total of 252 golfers from Uganda and Kenya participated in the season two of the IM Bank Katogo Golf Series – Migingo Skirmishes, held at Limuru Country Club m- in Kenya, on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The participants were evenly split between the two countries. The event marked the fourth cross-border tournament of the The post 252 golfers bring Uganda and Kenya together at Season 2 of the I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series Migingo Skirmishes in Limuru first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:02:00
Mesach Semakula gets backing from fellow artistes ahead of 50 Years of Greatness concert
With just two weeks to his 50 Years of Greatness concert, Mesach Semakula received a show of support from fellow musicians and members of Uganda's entertainment industry at a press engagement held at Papaz Spot in Makindye on Thursday, 29 October 2026. The gathering brought together artistes, socialites, sponsors including IM Bank Uganda Limited, and The post Mesach Semakula gets backing from fellow artistes ahead of 50 Years of Greatness concert first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:59:54
Uganda's tourism sponsorship deal with German 8th-tier football club sparks mixed reactions
Uganda's three-year tourism sponsorship deal with a little-known German football club playing in the eighth tier of the country's football league system has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some users welcoming it as a starting point for promoting the country while others question its potential reach and value. The agreement, signed by Uganda's The post Uganda's tourism sponsorship deal with German 8th-tier football club sparks mixed reactions first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:26:56
Museveni pays Shs392 million that court ordered former Uganda Cranes captain Andy Mwesigwa to deposit in Shs1.3 billion ABC Capital Bank loan dispute
President Yoweri Museveni has given former Uganda Cranes captain Andy Mwesigwa Shs392 million to meet a court requirement in his legal battle with ABC Capital Bank over a disputed Shs1.3 billion loan. The Commercial Court in Kampala had ordered Mwesigwa to deposit the money as security before his case against the bank could proceed. The The post Museveni pays Shs392 million that court ordered former Uganda Cranes captain Andy Mwesigwa to deposit in Shs1.3 billion ABC Capital Bank loan dispute first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 02 Nov 2026 03:47:00
What went down at the debut UG Yard Party at Kampala Rugby Club
For some, the perfect party doesn't mean large crowds or leaving the venue at the crack of dawn. To them, it's about who they share the moment with, what they drink and of course the DJ behind the decks. The UG Yard Party was the complete definition of this. "Our purpose is to create a The post What went down at the debut UG Yard Party at Kampala Rugby Club first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:13:59
"Why should I beef with you when you want to be King of Uganda, while I want to be King of the World?" – Joshua Baraka hits back at King Saha
Singer Joshua Baraka has hit back at fellow musician King Saha over his criticism of his international ambitions, saying he is aiming for global recognition rather than settling for dominance in Uganda. Baraka made the remarks during a TikTok Live session after Saha questioned whether pursuing an international music career was worth the financial investment The post "Why should I beef with you when you want to be King of Uganda, while I want to be King of the World?" – Joshua Baraka hits back at King Saha first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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