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Why La Cabana Is Kampala's Ideal Spot for a Business Lunch
When it comes to sealing deals, hosting clients or simply stepping away from the office for a working meal, the venue matters as much as the agenda. Speke Apartments Wampewo, part of the renowned Speke Group of Hotels, has quietly become one of Kampalas most compelling choices for the discerning business lunch. The propertys La The post Why La Cabana Is Kampala's Ideal Spot for a Business Lunch first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Sniffer dog leads Police to security guard who reported gun missing
Police in Katwe have arrested five security guards in connection with the theft of a firearm loaded with five rounds of ammunition from a Chinese road construction camp in Bunamwaya, Makindye-Ssabagabo. The incident was reported on 18 August 2026 after Chandiga Charles, a security guard employed by Capital Guard and deployed at the construction camp, The post Sniffer dog leads Police to security guard who reported gun missing first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Police warn Ugandans against fraudulent 'Hut 8' investment platform
Police has warned the public against a suspected fraudulent online investment platform operating in Uganda under the name 'Hut 8'. Police spokesperson Rusoke Kituuma said that they have taken note of concerns raised by members of the public who claim they were persuaded through social media to invest money on the platform with promises of The post Police warn Ugandans against fraudulent 'Hut 8' investment platform first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Shs5.1 billion Kadiba Stadium redevelopment to bring facility to international standards ahead of AFCON 2027
Kadiba Stadium is set for a Shs5.1 billion facelift aimed at upgrading its playing surface, floodlights and drainage system as Uganda prepares to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) officially handed over the stadium to the National Council of Sports (NCS) on Tuesday to pave the The post Shs5.1 billion Kadiba Stadium redevelopment to bring facility to international standards ahead of AFCON 2027 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Kampala Parents pupil Bracha Anganire Barnabas crowned Mini Miss Universe 2026
Kampala Parents School pupil Bracha Anganire Barnabas has been crowned Mini Miss Universe 2026 after representing Uganda at the international children's pageant. Barnabas earned the opportunity to compete internationally after winning the Little Miss Universe Uganda 2026 competition through a public voting contest. According to results published by Africa Votes, which hosted the Ugandan voting The post Kampala Parents pupil Bracha Anganire Barnabas crowned Mini Miss Universe 2026 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Guinness Matchday set to kick off 2026/27 Premier League season with EXTRA football experiences across Uganda
The Premier League returns this weekend, and Ugandan football fans are preparing for another season of passion, rivalry, banter and unforgettable matchday moments. The 2026/27 campaign kicks off on Friday, August 21, with defending champions Arsenal hosting newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal already have an early boost after beating rivals Manchester The post Guinness Matchday set to kick off 2026/27 Premier League season with EXTRA football experiences across Uganda first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:39:29
Kenneth Mugabi surprised during live rehearsal as V&A Sherry backs his 10th anniversary concert
What began as an ordinary rehearsal morning quickly became a big surprise for singer-songwriter Kenneth Mugabi when VA Sherry Brand Manager Roy Tumwizere walked into his live session at Marish Studio in Bukoto to announce the brand's sponsorship of his 10th anniversary concert. The concert, set for September 12, 2026, at Ndere Cultural Centre, will The post Kenneth Mugabi surprised during live rehearsal as V&A Sherry backs his 10th anniversary concert first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:49:00
V&A Sherry affirms commitment to women's empowerment as it welcomes Uganda's First Miss Universe Queen
VA Sherry welcomed Mitchelle Daka, Uganda's first-ever Miss Universe Uganda, alongside first runner-up Kimberly Jael Aremo and Top Supermodel Teopista Aromach, to Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) headquarters in Luzira, celebrating their achievements and Daka's historic crowning as the country's first Miss Universe queen and Face of VA 2026. Crowned on August 1, 2026, Daka will The post V&A Sherry affirms commitment to women's empowerment as it welcomes Uganda's First Miss Universe Queen first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:41:56
Government reverses medical intern pay cuts, restores Shs1m net allowance
Government has suspended a new policy that would have created different facilitation rates for medical interns based on whether they were sponsored by the Government or private institutions. Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi told Parliament that all medical interns in the current cohort will now receive the same monthly facilitation of Shs1,268,929, subject to tax. After The post Government reverses medical intern pay cuts, restores Shs1m net allowance first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:35:48
Two men sentenced to 150 years for boda-boda rider's murder
The High Court in Kampala has sentenced notorious criminals Aloysius Tamale alias Young Mulo and John Bosco Mugisha alias Kaihura, also known as Mukiga, to 150 years in prison each for the murder and aggravated robbery of a boda-boda rider. The latest sentence adds 80 years to the 70-year prison term each man is already The post Two men sentenced to 150 years for boda-boda rider's murder first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:37:00
St. Cyprian Crowned Supreme House as SJNOSA Fest 2026 Lights Up Naggalama
St. Cyprian house has been crowned the Supreme House of SJNOSA Fest 2026, capping off a day-long sports and reunion event held yesterday at St. Josephs S.S.S. Naggalama, organized by the schools Old Students Association (SJNOSA). St. Jude finished as first runners up, with St. Mbaaga taking third place, ahead of St. Augustine, St. Kizito The post St. Cyprian Crowned Supreme House as SJNOSA Fest 2026 Lights Up Naggalama first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 18 Aug 2026 01:18:04
Equity Bank, Tian Tang partner to boost financing for Mbale Industrial Park businesses
The Sino-Uganda Mbale Industrial Park is set for increased business activity following a partnership between Equity Bank Uganda and Tian Tang Group aimed at expanding access to finance and supporting the growth of enterprises within the industrial park. Tian Tang Group has established a manufacturing ecosystem that supports more than 2,000 businesses and provides employment The post Equity Bank, Tian Tang partner to boost financing for Mbale Industrial Park businesses first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 18 Aug 2026 01:33:03
Man stabbed to death in Bweyogerere over Shs2,000
Police in Kampala are investigating the death of a 35-year-old man who was allegedly stabbed during a dispute over Shs2,000 won in a card game. The incident happened at about 1:00am on 17 August 2026 at Twine's Bar in Kireku Zone, Bweyogerere Division. According to Police spokesperson SP Racheal Kawala, the deceased, identified as Katabani The post Man stabbed to death in Bweyogerere over Shs2,000 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:05:58
Chameleone's son Abba Marcus Mayanja released from US jail
Abba Marcus Mayanja, the son of Ugandan musician Jose Chameleone, has been released from a Minnesota jail following his arrest on a domestic assault charge. The 20-year-old was released at 12:31pm local time on 17 August 2026, according to records from the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. Court records show that Marcus was granted a conditional The post Chameleone's son Abba Marcus Mayanja released from US jail first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:45:00
Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon raises prize purse to UGX252m ahead of August 22 race
The year 2026 started on a high note for the Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon, with the race securing World Athletics Label Road Race status and earning a place on the World Athletics calendar. Additionally, ahead of the fifth anniversary race in Kasese this Saturday, August 22, organisers have increased the total prize purse to The post Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon raises prize purse to UGX252m ahead of August 22 race first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:43:00
International runners arrive in Uganda ahead of Fifth Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon this Saturday
Ahead of the fifth edition of the Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon, a group of international runners and running influencers has arrived in Uganda for the 2026 event, scheduled for this Saturday, August 22, in Kasese. The team was officially welcomed to Uganda on Monday, August 17, 2026, at the Uganda Tourism Board offices in The post International runners arrive in Uganda ahead of Fifth Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon this Saturday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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