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Africa's Moment: Time to Activate Seamless Continental Payments
By Chioma Mang, CEO, UBA Africa In 2024, total African trade was estimated at approximately US$1.5 trillion, yet the continent accounts for just about 3.3% of global trade according to data from the World Trade Organization (WTO). Intra-African trade has grown to roughly US$220 billion, but at just 15–18% of total trade, it remains far The post Africa's Moment: Time to Activate Seamless Continental Payments first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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King Oyo dies at 34, leaves behind Prince set to become his heir
The Tooro Kingdom has announced the death of its traditional ruler, Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV. The 34-year-old monarch passed away on Thursday at approximately 10:00 p.m., according to an official statement issued by the Kingdom's Prime Minister, Omuhikirwa Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki. Rwomiire described the death of the Omukama as a devastating The post King Oyo dies at 34, leaves behind Prince set to become his heir first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Johnnie Walker officially launches Keep Walking campaign, unveils Joshua Baraka as Icon Walker
Johnnie Walker has officially launched its new continental campaign- Keep Walking in East Africa, introducing a new chapter in the brand's commitment to celebrating people who continue to move forward, one step at a time. Launched at 1420 in Kampala, the campaign is built around a simple but powerful belief: progress is not just about The post Johnnie Walker officially launches Keep Walking campaign, unveils Joshua Baraka as Icon Walker first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic 22 hours ago
Credit Is Not An Enemy: Borrow To Build Wealth
For many people, the word credit immediately brings to mindadebt, monthly repayments, interest and financial pressure. We are often toldthat the best way to stay financially safe is to avoid borrowing.But is borrowing really the enemy?The answer is no. When used responsibly and for the right purpose, Credit can be a powerful financial tool. It The post Credit Is Not An Enemy: Borrow To Build Wealth first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Speke Resort Munyonyo hosts 9th AFREhealth Conference as African health experts call for stronger research and care
Speke Resort Munyonyo brought together leading health researchers, professionals, educators and development partners from across Africa for the 9th annual AFREhealth Conference held from 24 to 26 August 2026. The three-day conference provided a platform for participants to exchange ideas and explore ways of strengthening health education, research and service delivery across the continent. Discussions The post Speke Resort Munyonyo hosts 9th AFREhealth Conference as African health experts call for stronger research and care first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic 21 hours ago
Captain Morgan Takeover set to shake up MUBS this weekend
The best time to have a good time at campus is the beginning of semester and Captain Morgan is making that happen in Nakawa this Saturday the 29th of August at the Akamwesi Hostel parking lot. As Amapiano dominates the Gen Z party scene, the captain said hold my cup!!. Get ready for a complete The post Captain Morgan Takeover set to shake up MUBS this weekend first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic 17 hours ago
Socialite Don Chris arrested after over a year on the run in Shs2 billion job scam
Socialite Asiimwe Christian, popularly known as Don Chris, has reportedly been arrested after returning to Uganda, more than a year after going into hiding amid investigations into allegations that hundreds of job seekers were defrauded of more than Shs2 billion through his travel company, Skypins Tours and Travel. Asiimwe, who served as the company's director, The post Socialite Don Chris arrested after over a year on the run in Shs2 billion job scam first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic 21 hours ago
Zambia's Chalwe fires bogey-free round to take Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open lead on Day 2
Zambian golfer Gilbert Chalwe produced the round of the tournament so far, firing a bogey-free seven-under-par 65 to seize the lead during day two of the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open on Wednesday, August 26 at Uganda Golf Club. Chalwe was in complete control throughout his round on the par-72 course, rolling in seven The post Zambia's Chalwe fires bogey-free round to take Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open lead on Day 2 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic 18 hours ago
How government paid Shs893 million for land with allegedly fake graves to pave way for Nakawuka road construction
A government inspection of the Kisubi-Nakawuka-Mpigi road project has uncovered alleged fraud in the compensation of people whose properties fall within the road reserve, including a case in which Shs893 million was reportedly paid for graves that investigators found to be empty. The discovery was made on Wednesday when Works and Transport Minister Fred Byamukama The post How government paid Shs893 million for land with allegedly fake graves to pave way for Nakawuka road construction first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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This is not 'Kutomera': Museveni defends Balaam, Nameere anti-corruption inspection, demands swift prosecution
President Yoweri Museveni has thrown his weight behind the anti-corruption inspection campaign led by Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara and State Minister Justine Nameere, saying the ministers are responding to genuine public concerns rather than simply going out to hunt for wrongdoing. The President also wants the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to assign a The post This is not 'Kutomera': Museveni defends Balaam, Nameere anti-corruption inspection, demands swift prosecution first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Five arrested, 12 motorcycles recovered as Police bust gang targeting new boda bodas in Kampala
Police in Kampala have arrested five suspects and impounded 12 suspected stolen motorcycles following an intelligence-led operation targeting a network believed to be behind a series of motorcycle thefts in the city. The operation was carried out on 25 August 2026 at around 5pm in Ndeeba, Katwe Division, following growing public concern over the increasing The post Five arrested, 12 motorcycles recovered as Police bust gang targeting new boda bodas in Kampala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:05:57
Man escapes police custody, gets killed by mob
Police in Kassanda District have opened a murder investigation following the death of a 30-year-old man who allegedly escaped from police custody and was later attacked by a mob. The deceased, identified as Derrick Kasumba was being held at Manyogaseka Sub-county Police Station over allegations of burglary and theft. According to police, Kasumba escaped from The post Man escapes police custody, gets killed by mob first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:44:24
Former Speaker Anita Among speaks out after Museveni orders her release from house arrest
Former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has spoken out following the announcement that President Yoweri Museveni had ordered her release from house arrest. Among has been under house arrest for about three months. On Tuesday, Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba announced that Museveni had directed that she be released. In a post on The post Former Speaker Anita Among speaks out after Museveni orders her release from house arrest first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:03:00
Club Guvnor cuts Serendipity Street Party tickets to Shs50,000 in One-Week Flash Sale
Club Guvnor has launched a one-week flash sale for its highly anticipated Serendipity Summer Splash Street Party, giving revellers a chance to buy tickets at a discounted price of Shs50,000. The offer, which starts today, runs until Monday, August 31, 2026. It cuts the online ticket price from the regular early-bird rate of Shs70,000, giving The post Club Guvnor cuts Serendipity Street Party tickets to Shs50,000 in One-Week Flash Sale first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 26 Aug 2026 03:01:12
Taxi drivers are cursing, Mechanics are celebrating! "We have always waited for these taxi drivers to bring their vehicles for repair," Mechanics in Kampala say business is now booming following Police crackdown on taxis in Dangerous Mechanical Condition
Taxis drivers and owners might be cursing the ongoing traffic police operation targeting taxis in dangerous mechanical condition, but mechanics in Kampala are celebrating what they describe as a rare opportunity to work on a large number of vehicles. Bashir Ffimbo, a mechanic in Kampala, said the operation was long overdue because many taxis operating The post Taxi drivers are cursing, Mechanics are celebrating! "We have always waited for these taxi drivers to bring their vehicles for repair," Mechanics in Kampala say business is now booming following Police crackdown on taxis in Dangerous Mechanical Condition first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:33:00
Kasozi sets early pace with 68 as Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open enters day two
Joseph Kasozi produced a confident opening round on Tuesday, August 25, to take a one-shot lead at the Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open at Uganda Golf Club. The national team player carded a four-under-par 68 on the opening day, setting the pace with six birdies on the first, fifth, eighth, 10th, 14th and 15th holes. The post Kasozi sets early pace with 68 as Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Open enters day two first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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