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Police chase cattle thieves transporting three stolen cows in Prado TX
Police in Nagalama have intercepted suspected cattle thieves at Nakasajja Trading Centre who were transporting three cows in a white Toyota Prado TX, registration number UAZ 797G. The incident occurred this morning at around 3:00 a.m. Officers from Nagalama Police Station, while on routine patrol at Kalagi Trading Centre along Gayaza Road, noticed a Prado […] The post Police chase cattle thieves transporting three stolen cows in Prado TX first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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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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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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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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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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"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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From "Naye Banange" to "Ohh my goddiii": Five Kapere memes that took social media by storm
Ugandan comedian Kapere Lufotose, whose real name was Yokana Mbuuse, died on Sunday, 1 November, aged 56, leaving behind a collection of hilarious skits, memorable one-liners and facial expressions that have made him a social media favourite. His comedy has found a second life on TikTok and other social media platforms, where clips from his The post From "Naye Banange" to "Ohh my goddiii": Five Kapere memes that took social media by storm first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Equity Bank Uganda doubles life insurance premiums to Shs11.72 billion as demand for education savings plans grows
Equity Bank Uganda more than doubled its life insurance premium income in the second quarter of 2026, driven by growing demand for education savings plans and investment-linked insurance products. The bank collected Shs11.72 billion in life assurance premiums during the three months, up from Shs5.73 billion in the same period last year. This growth came The post Equity Bank Uganda doubles life insurance premiums to Shs11.72 billion as demand for education savings plans grows first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Court orders UMEME to pay Shs100 million to plastics firm over unlawful power disconnection
The Court of Appeal has ordered UMEME Limited to pay Shs100 million in damages to Edroch Plastics Company Limited for unlawfully disconnecting its electricity supply and failing to restore the three-phase power needed to operate its factory machinery for more than a year. The ruling overturns a 2018 High Court Commercial Division decision that dismissed The post Court orders UMEME to pay Shs100 million to plastics firm over unlawful power disconnection first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Comedian Kapere Lufotose dies
Comedian Yokaana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, has died at a medical facility in Buddo. Details surrounding his death, including the cause, had not been established by the time of publication. Kapere rose to fame as a member of the Amarula Family, a comedy group led by comedian Amooti Omubalanguzi. He performed alongside Amooti, The post Comedian Kapere Lufotose dies first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:56:41
Cinema, cocktails and conversation as Kwiso Movie Nights returns
Cinema lovers had another reason to step away from their usual Friday routines on October 30, as Kwiso Movie Nights returned with an evening that brought together film, cocktails and conversation at Reach a Hand Africas offices in Lungujja, Kampala. Dubbed Cinema Cocktails and powered by VA Sherry, the event gave guests a chance The post Cinema, cocktails and conversation as Kwiso Movie Nights returns first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:25:47
Joshua Baraka offers discounted concert tickets following Tiwa Savage collaboration
Ugandan singer Joshua Baraka is giving fans another reason to look forward to his upcoming concert, Into the B'raka Land, announcing discounted ticket prices to coincide with the release of his latest single, Commando, featuring Nigerian Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage. The ticket promotion, which runs through Sunday at 11:59pm, offers discounted rates on both General The post Joshua Baraka offers discounted concert tickets following Tiwa Savage collaboration first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:09:00
Mesach Semakula gets backing from V&A Sherry ahead of 50 Years of Greatness Concert
With just two weeks to his 50 Years of Greatness concert, Mesach Semakula received support from fellow musicians and members of Ugandas entertainment industry at a press conference held at Papaz Spot in Makindye today Thursday, October 29. The gathering brought together artistes, socialites, sponsors including VA Sherry, and journalists, as Semakula stepped up preparations The post Mesach Semakula gets backing from V&A Sherry ahead of 50 Years of Greatness Concert first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:58
Two arrested for killing two-year-old girl after demanding Shs10m ransom
Police in Kasangati have arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of a two-year-old girl whose body was found in a maize plantation in Kyetume, Gayaza, after her family received a ransom demand of Shs10 million. The victim, identified as Dartiva Rosaries Kyomuhando, went missing on 27 October while playing with neighbouring children, according The post Two arrested for killing two-year-old girl after demanding Shs10m ransom first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Why Ugandans will pay more for bread starting November 2
Ugandans will pay more for bread from Monday, 2 November, after bakers announced new prices, citing rising production and transportation costs. The price increases are being driven by the rising cost of key ingredients, particularly wheat flour and yeast, as well as diesel used to transport raw materials and distribute finished products. Under the new The post Why Ugandans will pay more for bread starting November 2 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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