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Here are the media personalities eyeing Parliament in 2026 — But Who Stands a Chance?
As Uganda approaches the 2026 general elections, a growing wave of journalists is preparing to swap microphones for microphones of a different kind—parliamentary ones. Several prominent media personalities have officially declared their intentions to contest parliamentary seats, joining a legacy of journalist-turned-politicians. The transition from journalism to politics is not unprecedented in Uganda. Some of […] The post Here are the media personalities eyeing Parliament in 2026 — But Who Stands a Chance? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Local and international designers take the runway at 2026 Uganda International Fashion Week Grand Finale Gala
Six years after its last edition, the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW) made a long-awaited return to the runway on Saturday, September 5th, evening, at the Kampala Serena Hotel. The grand finale gala brought together fashion enthusiasts, designers, creatives and industry players from Uganda, East Africa and beyond. The event was run under the theme The post Local and international designers take the runway at 2026 Uganda International Fashion Week Grand Finale Gala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan's husband Hafidh Ameir dies at 66
Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan is mourning the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, who has died at the age of 66. Hafidh reportedly died on Monday morning while receiving treatment for a heart condition in Zanzibar. The former agricultural officer and academic largely stayed away from the public spotlight, even after his wife The post Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan's husband Hafidh Ameir dies at 66 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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OPINION: Copyright Reforms Matter Beyond the Entertainment Industry
In April 2026, Uganda made important progress with the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Act when it was signed into law by the President. Stronger penalties for infringement, enhanced digital protections, and improved royalty mechanisms mark a meaningful step toward modernising the country's Intellectual Property (IP) framework. However, to fully realise the law's potential, we The post OPINION: Copyright Reforms Matter Beyond the Entertainment Industry first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Popular Indian singer Neha Kakkar to headline India Day 2026 as Ruparelia Group sponsors event
Popular Indian playback singer Neha Kakkar is set to headline India Day 2026, with the Ruparelia Group joining the event as one of its principal sponsors. The annual celebration brings together Uganda's Indian community and other Ugandans to celebrate Indian culture and heritage while highlighting the strong social, economic and cultural ties between Uganda and The post Popular Indian singer Neha Kakkar to headline India Day 2026 as Ruparelia Group sponsors event first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Former Kawempe South MP Bashir Kazibwe returns to radio six years after leaving the mic for politics
Former Kawempe South MP Bashir Kazibwe Mbaziira is back behind the microphone, six years after stepping away from broadcasting to pursue a career in politics. Mbaziira announced his return to radio on Sunday, September 6, as he joined Beat FM to host a new current affairs programme, marking his return to the media spotlight after The post Former Kawempe South MP Bashir Kazibwe returns to radio six years after leaving the mic for politics first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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12 Years Of Waiting, One Night Of Celebration: Ronald Rugumayo, Joshua Baraka Take Center Stage At The Johnnie Walker Afro Exchange Open Finale
As Ronald Rugumayo aka Mayo sunk his final putt, Uganda Golf Club went into a frenzy. Wild cheers filled the atmosphere. Uganda had finally ended the twelve year wait to lift the Johnnie Walker Uganda Open championship. The golf clubs gave way to cocktails, the fairways gave way to a dancefloor, and Joshua Baraka took The post 12 Years Of Waiting, One Night Of Celebration: Ronald Rugumayo, Joshua Baraka Take Center Stage At The Johnnie Walker Afro Exchange Open Finale first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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INTERVIEW: Alpha Ssali reveals how a humbling Spain trip sparked his football passion, compares brothers Caysan and Deen Ozil to Mahrez, Olise and Suarez
Express FC forward Alpha Ssali Thierry has revealed that a humbling experience during his first trip to Spain at the age of 10 was the turning point that ignited his passion for football. The son of renowned Ugandan musician Bebe Cool, Alpha said he had not initially developed a strong passion for the sport despite The post INTERVIEW: Alpha Ssali reveals how a humbling Spain trip sparked his football passion, compares brothers Caysan and Deen Ozil to Mahrez, Olise and Suarez first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Rugumayo breaks foreign dominance to win 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open
Ronald Rugumayo wasnt even in the main pressure group for the final round of the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open on Saturday, September 5, at Uganda Golf Club. He was starting the day down in sixth, two shots behind overnight leader- Nigeria's Godwin Okoko. With five players tied around him and a crowded The post Rugumayo breaks foreign dominance to win 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Professional Golf Open first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:37:44
Denim, Day Parties and Whisky: Garden Pop Up Brings a New Energy to Kampala's Sunday Scene
Kampala's Sunday social calendar is set for a denim takeover this weekend as Garden Pop Up returns with a denim-themed edition on Sunday, September 6, bringing together music, fashion, cocktails and the easy-going energy of a garden day party. Hosted at Tales Bar Lounge, the experience, billed as The Garden Pop Up, will run The post Denim, Day Parties and Whisky: Garden Pop Up Brings a New Energy to Kampala's Sunday Scene first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:45:51
Lydia Jazmine Lights Up Lugogo Cricket Oval
Lugogo Cricket Oval on Friday felt like a movie scene. Lydia Jazmine finally took the stage for her long-awaited 'The One and Only' concert, and Kampala came ready. From glam entrances and a fireworks show to an unexpected technical glitch, the night had all the ingredients of a memorable concert. As Lydia performed one of The post Lydia Jazmine Lights Up Lugogo Cricket Oval first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Serendipity Summer Splash unveils star-studded line-up
The countdown to the Serendipity Summer Splash Street Party is officially underway, with organisers unveiling a star-studded line-up of some of Uganda's biggest DJs, MCs and international music stars. The highly anticipated outdoor event will take place on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Guvnor Streetside in Kampala's Industrial Area. Leading the local entertainment line-up are The post Serendipity Summer Splash unveils star-studded line-up first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:38:00
Busia gold mine awaits licence as government promises action within two months
Runjin Mining Holdings has built a fully operational gold mine in Tiira Town Council, Busia District, employing more than 60 Ugandans and establishing a partnership with local investors. The infrastructure is in place. The mine is ready to operate. But there is one major problem: the company is still waiting for a mining licence. The The post Busia gold mine awaits licence as government promises action within two months first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:44:26
Old School RnB and Friends Brings Kampala's Favourite Throwbacks to Mestil
There is something about old-school RnB that makes a crowd forget how old they are. The opening notes of a familiar song can turn a room into a collective memory, with people singing along to choruses they have not heard in years, sometimes on key, sometimes nowhere near it, but always with conviction. That is The post Old School RnB and Friends Brings Kampala's Favourite Throwbacks to Mestil first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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King Oyo's body arrives in Uganda
The body of the late Tooro King, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, has arrived in Uganda from the United States, marking the beginning of preparations for his burial on September 12. A chartered aircraft, 5Y-FAM, carrying the King's body landed at Entebbe International Airport at about noon on Friday, September 4, 2026. President Yoweri The post King Oyo's body arrives in Uganda first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:09:00
Uganda International Fashion Week set for Grand Finale Runway Gala tomorrow at the Kampala Serena Hotel
After six years of waiting, the highly anticipated Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW) runway is finally here. The week-long fashion celebration, which kicked off on Sunday, August 30th, will climax with a grand finale, tomorrow Saturday, September 5, at the Kampala Serena Hotel's Victoria Marquee. The UIFW grand finale runway gala will bring together some The post Uganda International Fashion Week set for Grand Finale Runway Gala tomorrow at the Kampala Serena Hotel first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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