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Uganda Martyrs' Day celebrations postponed
President Yoweri Museveni has postponed this year's Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations due to fears of the spread of Ebola following an outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and confirmed cases linked to cross-border movement into Uganda. The annual celebrations, held every June 3 at the Namugongo Martyrs Shrines, usually attract hundreds of thousands The post Uganda Martyrs' Day celebrations postponed first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Luutu keeps his cool to claim Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors crown as Pavie makes it two
Elijah Luutu arrived at Uganda Golf Club with modest ambitions. By Sunday morning (August, 23), with the Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open hanging in the balance, he had a championship title to add to his collection of golfing accolades. Luutu survived a late charge from Joseph Bagabo to win the men's title, while Catherine Pavie The post Luutu keeps his cool to claim Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors crown as Pavie makes it two first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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She's mentally stable: New details emerge on mother suspected of killing two children, injuring three others
Police have said a mental health assessment found the Kenyan woman suspected of killing two of her children in Kampala mentally stable and capable of understanding her actions at the time of the incident. Dorothy Namayo, 43, is currently admitted at Mulago National Referral Hospital under Police guard as investigations continue into the deaths of The post She's mentally stable: New details emerge on mother suspected of killing two children, injuring three others first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Ruparelia Group gives Lwakataka Shs25m boost for rally comeback
Two-time national rally champion Ponsiano Lwakataka is a step closer to returning to competitive rallying after the Ruparelia Group of Companies contributed Shs25 million towards the purchase of a new rally car. Lwakataka is targeting Shs220 million to buy a Volkswagen Proto previously owned by the late rally driver Rajiv Ruparelia. The latest contribution leaves The post Ruparelia Group gives Lwakataka Shs25m boost for rally comeback first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 23 Aug 2026 03:38:48
From finish line to party time: Kasese Owns The Lite
When the last runner crossed the finish line at the fifth Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon, Kasese was only getting started. After a day of endurance, determination and personal triumph, the town traded running shoes for dancing shoes as the Tusker Lite Neon Rave transformed Kasese into one giant celebration. With more than 8,000 runners The post From finish line to party time: Kasese Owns The Lite first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Bold Fashion Week puts the business of African fashion in focus
Bold Fashion Week made its debut with a showcase of leading fashion talent from Uganda and across Africa, in partnership with IM Bank and Johnnie Walker. The runway show was held on Friday, August 21, at Motiv Kampala, attracting designers, socialites, fashion enthusiasts, critics and creatives, for a night centred on fashion, music and entertainment. The post Bold Fashion Week puts the business of African fashion in focus first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 23 Aug 2026 03:38:48
From Finish Line to Party Time: Kasese Turns Up the Lite
When the last runner crossed the finish line at the fifth Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon, Kasese was only getting started. After a day of endurance, determination and personal triumph, the town traded running shoes for dancing shoes as the Tusker Lite Neon Rave transformed Kasese into one giant celebration. With more than 8,000 runners The post From Finish Line to Party Time: Kasese Turns Up the Lite first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 23 Aug 2026 03:47:32
Kyambogo University student found dead in hostel room
A third-year Kyambogo University student has been found dead in a hostel room, the university has confirmed. Joshua Cherop, a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities student attached to Kulubya Hall, was found dead in a room at the Sisters' Hostel on Saturday. According to the Dean of Students, Bridget Mugume, police recovered the body and The post Kyambogo University student found dead in hostel room first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:59:03
Chemonges Leonard, Japchumba Margaret headline Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon as Uganda's only World Athletics Label Race marks fifth edition
Kasese turned green on Saturday, August 22, as thousands of runners, spectators, community members and visitors from across Africa and beyond gathered in the western Ugandan town for the fifth edition of the Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon. For the first time, the Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon was staged as a World Athletics Label The post Chemonges Leonard, Japchumba Margaret headline Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon as Uganda's only World Athletics Label Race marks fifth edition first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:43
Johnnie Walker's Afro Exchange puts African creativity in the spotlight at Bold Fashion Week
Kampala came alive with African fashion and creativity on Friday, August 21, as the inaugural Bold Fashion Week brought together designers, creatives, fashion enthusiasts and industry players for an evening celebrating the continent's evolving fashion landscape. Held at Motiv in Bugolobi, the runway showcased 10 African designers, bringing together established Ugandan labels, emerging talent and The post Johnnie Walker's Afro Exchange puts African creativity in the spotlight at Bold Fashion Week first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:34:28
Meet the International Fashion Designers set for the Uganda International Fashion Week
With just days to the highly anticipated return of the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW), organizers have shared a lineup of iconic international designers from across Africa, and India, that are set to showcase at Uganda's biggest fashion platform. The continental and global designers bring with them years of experience from fashion houses, creative industries The post Meet the International Fashion Designers set for the Uganda International Fashion Week first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:44:05
Luutu, Pavie Take Lead at Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open
Elijah Luutu and Cathie Pavie on Friday, 21 August 2026, emerged leaders in the men's and ladies' categories respectively after the opening round of the Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open at Uganda Golf Club in Kampala. Luutu carded a level par 72 on the par 72 course to establish a commanding five stroke lead at The post Luutu, Pavie Take Lead at Johnnie Walker Uganda Seniors Open first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:40:00
Nsimbi takes Uganda's creative storytelling to the Big Screen with 'Infinity'
Ugandan creative duo Nsimbi, made up of musicians GNL Zamba and Miriam Tamar, are taking their multidisciplinary artistic journey into cinema with their debut musical film, Infinity. The film brings together the duo's passion for music, fashion, poetry, dance and film in a story that celebrates Uganda's landscapes, culture and creative talent. At the heart The post Nsimbi takes Uganda's creative storytelling to the Big Screen with 'Infinity' first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:54:00
Smirnoff set to host the Nkozi Freshers ball afterparty
Smirnoff is taking the Fiesta groove to Nkozi University for the fresher's ball afterparty at Bbosa Hostel on the 28th of August. True to the Smirnoff Fiesta spirit, a heavy-hitting DJ and MC line-up has been announced to take over the stage, headlined by DJ Bugy, Alicia, Wiz J, Saint Trevor, Olgadaxx and more. While The post Smirnoff set to host the Nkozi Freshers ball afterparty first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 21 Aug 2026 02:52:29
PDM beneficiaries repay just Shs3.4 billion of Shs966 billion; Government threatens legal action against defaulters
Government has raised concern over the slow repayment of funds under the Parish Development Model (PDM), with beneficiaries having returned only Shs3.4 billion out of Shs966 billion that is currently due. State Minister for Finance in charge of Microfinance Shartsi Musherure disclosed the figures on Thursday during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja The post PDM beneficiaries repay just Shs3.4 billion of Shs966 billion; Government threatens legal action against defaulters first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:19:05
From footballer to singer to radio presenter and back to football: Rickman Manrick joins Express FC
Seven-time Uganda Premier League champions Express Football Club have unveiled musician and radio presenter Derrick Ddungu, popularly known as Rickman Manrick, as one of their new signings ahead of the 2026/27 season. Rickman, who is widely known for his music career and hit song 'Ebango Baliwanika', is returning to competitive football after a lengthy spell The post From footballer to singer to radio presenter and back to football: Rickman Manrick joins Express FC first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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