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Driver arrested for transporting cigarettes in ambulance
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) customs officials in Pakwach have impounded an ambulance, bearing registration number UBD 512X and attached to Koboko Hospital, for transporting smuggled cigarettes. The vehicle was intercepted at URA’s checkpoint in Pakwach on a Sunday. The driver, identified as Nobert Abukwa, was arrested after the officials discovered several packs of super […]
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Four pupils die in suspected food poisoning at a school in Kawempe
Police in Kampala are investigating the deaths of four female pupils from Ta'aliim Primary School and Quran Memorisation Centre in Kikulu Zone, Kikaaya Parish, Kawempe Division, following suspected poisoning. The four children, aged between nine and 11, reportedly died on 10 November 2026 at around 2:00pm under circumstances that police suspect could be related to The post Four pupils die in suspected food poisoning at a school in Kawempe first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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AUMEX seeks to bridge Uganda's music industry gaps – Abaasa
A two-day expo that will be headlined by Nigerian singer and producer Pheelz, is set for this Saturday, bringing together African music professionals. Guinness Smooth is supporting this years AUMEX edition, under its Make It Yours platform, bringing music, fashion and other forms of creative expression into the experience. Among the planned attractions are experiential The post AUMEX seeks to bridge Uganda's music industry gaps – Abaasa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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UAE lifts Ebola-related visa suspension on Ugandans, sets new entry conditions
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted its suspension on issuing new visas to Ugandan nationals, easing travel restrictions introduced in June 2026 following concerns over the Ebola virus outbreak. The decision was announced by the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), in coordination with the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) The post UAE lifts Ebola-related visa suspension on Ugandans, sets new entry conditions first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Ugandan woman arrested in Kenya over Shs113 billion drug bust
A 37-year-old Ugandan woman has been arrested in Kenya alongside two Tanzanian nationals after authorities seized 454 kilogrammes of suspected methamphetamine worth about Shs113 billion in the coastal county of Kwale. The arrests followed a cross-border intelligence operation conducted on 7 November 2026 by Kenyan and Tanzanian security agencies targeting a suspected international drug trafficking The post Ugandan woman arrested in Kenya over Shs113 billion drug bust first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Chameleone opens up about four years of heartbreak after separation from Daniella
Singer Jose Chameleone has spoken about the emotional toll of his separation from his former wife, Daniella Atim, revealing that it took him about four to five years to overcome the heartbreak. Speaking during a TikTok live session, the singer said the experience was deeply painful and that moving on was not easy. He explained The post Chameleone opens up about four years of heartbreak after separation from Daniella first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Government moves to lift suspension of some NGOs within two weeks
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has announced plans to lift the suspension of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) that were barred from operating at the beginning of 2026, following a review of their activities and compliance with Uganda's laws. Minister of Internal Affairs Ephraim Kamuntu announced the development on 10 November during the Quarterly Dialogue Meeting between The post Government moves to lift suspension of some NGOs within two weeks first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Content creators Kasuku, Zubedah and Romantic Mukiga take their digital audiences to television
As audiences increasingly discover and engage with content beyond traditional media, MultiChoice Uganda is taking another step in supporting the countrys growing creator economy by bringing some of Ugandas most influential digital storytellers to television. The initiative marks a significant evolution in how local content is developed, distributed and consumed, creating new pathways for digital The post Content creators Kasuku, Zubedah and Romantic Mukiga take their digital audiences to television first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:37:00
Gulu shows up in white as Chill & Bites celebrates its first anniversary with Johnnie Walker
For a while, brunch culture seemed to be a Kampala affair. Every other weekend, social media would fill up with pictures of people dressed for the occasion, gathering over food, cocktails and music. But gradually, the culture has travelled beyond the capital, with towns such as Jinja and Mbarara developing their own social experiences. Gulu The post Gulu shows up in white as Chill & Bites celebrates its first anniversary with Johnnie Walker first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Two people dead as truck carrying building materials loses control, rams into five vehicles and building in Kabalagala
Two people died on the spot and three others sustained serious injuries in a road crash involving five vehicles along Kiwempe Road, off Ggaba Road in Kabalagala, Kampala. The accident happened at about 9:20am on Tuesday, 10 November 2026, involving an Isuzu truck, a Fuso Fighter, a Volvo, a Toyota Super Custom and a Boxer The post Two people dead as truck carrying building materials loses control, rams into five vehicles and building in Kabalagala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Nov 2026 09:23:03
What you need to know about the new rules for fishing Mukene
The government has introduced new restrictions on mukene fishing in Uganda, limiting fishing activities to 14 days a month and setting strict requirements for boats, fishing equipment and licences. The measures are intended to regulate the harvesting of mukene, also known as silver fish, and other small fish species, including ragoogi and muziri, while protecting The post What you need to know about the new rules for fishing Mukene first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:11:00
Why The Mith's So UG Experience is a flight you can't miss
Ugandan hip-hop has evolved through the years, but few artists possess the range, longevity, and cultural authority to bridge the eras quite as seamlessly as Tom Mayanja. He goes by many names, but the artist known as The Mith has stayed true to the hip-hop movement. Ahead of his highly anticipated So UG Experience, here's The post Why The Mith's So UG Experience is a flight you can't miss first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:26:23
Why the US has kept Uganda on its highest 'Do Not Travel' warning
The United States has maintained Uganda on its highest travel warning, advising American citizens against visiting the country because of concerns over violent crime, terrorism, health risks and possible civil unrest. Uganda remains under Level 4, the most serious category in the US Department of States travel advisory system. The warning places the country among The post Why the US has kept Uganda on its highest 'Do Not Travel' warning first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:00:59
How Ugandans abroad can build wealth back home through cross-border investments
Ugandans living and working in Kenya have been urged to move beyond sending money home and invest in businesses, property and other income-generating ventures that can build long-term wealth in Uganda. The call was made during a Diaspora Investment Forum organised by Equity Bank Uganda in partnership with the Uganda Network (UGNET) in Nairobi. The The post How Ugandans abroad can build wealth back home through cross-border investments first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:13:57
Bodies of two Ugandan truck drivers killed in South Sudan released
South Sudanese authorities have released the bodies of two Ugandan truck drivers who were shot dead by unknown gunmen while transporting sugar to Kapoeta town in Eastern Equatoria State. The deceased have been identified as Jamil Kawooya and his younger brother, Rashid, both from Kaliro District. The brothers were reportedly ambushed on Friday, 6 November, The post Bodies of two Ugandan truck drivers killed in South Sudan released first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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LIST: Museveni retires 11 permanent secretaries, redeploys 11 others and retains 16 in current positions
President Yoweri Museveni has retired 11 permanent secretaries and other senior government officials, redeployed 11 others to different government offices and retained 16 officials in their current positions as part of changes in the public service leadership. Among those retiring are Adolf Mwesige, who has been serving as Clerk to Parliament; Maj. Gen. David Kasura, The post LIST: Museveni retires 11 permanent secretaries, redeploys 11 others and retains 16 in current positions first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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