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Pilsner King powers Cindy Sanyu’s Royal Experience Concert
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), through its latest beer innovation, Pilsner King, has announced its sponsorship of Cindy Sanyu’s highly anticipated Royal Experience Concert, slated for this Friday, August 29, at the Millennium Grounds in Lugogo. The announcement was made during a vibrant rooftop sundowner press conference in Kololo, attended by the main celebrant Cindy Sanyu, […] The post Pilsner King powers Cindy Sanyu’s Royal Experience Concert 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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@matookerepublic Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:27:50
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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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:47:35
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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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:25:00
Joshua Baraka to headline Lagos-themed 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Grand Finale this Saturday
Ugandan and African music voice- Joshua Baraka, is set to headline the Johnnie Walker Afro Exchange 19th hole experience this Saturday, September 5, as the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship reaches its climax at Uganda Golf Club. The closing celebration will take on a distinctly Nigerian identity, running under the theme "Lagos Night." The post Joshua Baraka to headline Lagos-themed 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Grand Finale this Saturday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:54:00
Calabash Spa unveils weekly wellness offers for Speke Resort and Speke Apartments guests
Guests staying at Speke Resort Munyonyo and Speke Apartments Wampewo can now enjoy a series of special spa deals under a new weekly promotion by Calabash Spa. The promotion offers guests an opportunity to relax, recharge and enjoy a range of wellness treatments at reduced prices or with added complimentary services. The weekly offers include The post Calabash Spa unveils weekly wellness offers for Speke Resort and Speke Apartments guests first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:38:00
Rugumayo, Olapade deadlocked at Johnnie Walker Uganda Professionals Open halfway mark
Uganda's Ronald Rugumayo and Nigeria's Sunday Olapade are locked at the top of the leaderboard after two rounds of the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Professionals Open at Uganda Golf Club. Rugumayo, who led after Wednesday's opening round, carded a one-over 70 on Thursday to reach five-under-par 139 for the championship. He was joined at the The post Rugumayo, Olapade deadlocked at Johnnie Walker Uganda Professionals Open halfway mark first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 01:34:26
Rickman scores on Express debut as he and his girlfriend, Gia Nina steal the spotlight in Kampala Derby
Musician-turned-footballer Rickman and his girlfriend, popular TikTok dancer and influencer Gia Nina, stole the spotlight on Thursday evening as Express FC defeated rivals KCCA FC in the Kampala derby at Hamz Stadium. It was a memorable night for Rickman, who marked his competitive debut for Express by scoring as the Red Eagles secured a 2-0 The post Rickman scores on Express debut as he and his girlfriend, Gia Nina steal the spotlight in Kampala Derby first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 04 Sep 2026 01:06:40
King Oyo: Here's How the nine days of mourning and funeral will unfold
The body of the late Tooro King, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, is expected to return to Uganda this morning, September 4, 2026, setting in motion nine days of mourning and funeral rites before his burial on September 12. The King, who died in the United States on August 27 at the age of The post King Oyo: Here's How the nine days of mourning and funeral will unfold first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:13:00
Uganda Waragi celebrates Racheal Magoola's 40-year musical legacy
Uganda's iconic Spirit is joining forces with legendary Afro-fusion superstar Racheal Magoola to celebrate six decades of life and four decades of binding music. The announcement was made today during an official courtesy visit by Racheal Magoola and her team to the Uganda Breweries Limited headquarters in Luzira. Magoola's Still Shining show is set for The post Uganda Waragi celebrates Racheal Magoola's 40-year musical legacy first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:23:46
Refugee talent to take centre stage at Nsambya exhibition
Refugees and members of their host communities will display businesses, creative products and vocational skills at a public exhibition in Kampala later this month. The two-day event, organised by the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Uganda, will be held on September 25 and 26, 2026, at the organisation's offices on St Augustine Road in Nsambya. Organised The post Refugee talent to take centre stage at Nsambya exhibition first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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