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@matookerepublic Thu, 16 Jul 2026 01:36:36
Hundreds turn up as LC I chairperson nominations begin nationwide
The nomination of candidates for Village Council (LC I) Chairperson elections has officially begun across Uganda, with hundreds of aspiring leaders turning up on the first day of the exercise. The Electoral Commission (EC) said eligible candidates are being nominated at their respective Sub-county, Town Council and Municipal Division headquarters. The exercise, which started on The post Hundreds turn up as LC I chairperson nominations begin nationwide first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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Cindy, Fik Fameica to headline Tusker Lite Neon Rave at the Marathon in Kasese
Ugandan music heavyweights Fik Fameica and Cindy Sanyu are set to bring the Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon to a high-energy close when they headline the post-race Neon Rave in Kasese on August 22. The announcement adds a musical climax to the fifth edition of the marathon, which has grown from a relatively young road The post Cindy, Fik Fameica to headline Tusker Lite Neon Rave at the Marathon in Kasese first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:21:00
Tanzania's Neema Olomi takes two-shot lead as 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open heats up
Neema Olomi, from Tanzania, emerged the day one leader of the Ladies Open, at the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship, currently underway at the par-72 Uganda Golf Club- in Kampala. Olomi, a scratch golfer who hails from Arusha Gymkhana Golf Club, who also led on day one of last year's Open, at the The post Tanzania's Neema Olomi takes two-shot lead as 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open heats up first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:28:00
Equity Bank Uganda, Modern Group strengthen partnership to drive business growth
As Uganda's industrial sector continues to grow, businesses are increasingly looking for financial partners that can provide more than just access to credit. For Modern Group of Companies, one of Uganda's diversified business groups, the ability to work with a bank that understands its operations, responds quickly and can support its long-term ambitions has become The post Equity Bank Uganda, Modern Group strengthen partnership to drive business growth first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:49:39
Three prison officers injured, two guns stolen as armed assailants attempt to break into Kyegegwa Prison
Three Uganda Prisons Service officers were injured and two guns were stolen after armed assailants attempted to break into Kyegegwa Government Prison early Friday morning. According to Uganda Prisons Service spokesperson Frank Baine Mayanja, the attack happened at about 1am when the assailants tried to force their way into the prison. The attackers reportedly targeted The post Three prison officers injured, two guns stolen as armed assailants attempt to break into Kyegegwa Prison first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:29:26
Find Your Midweek Reset with 'BLISSFUL BAE' Tuesdays and 'WILE Wednesday' at Munyonyo's Calabash Spa
With busy schedules, long working hours, traffic and constant screen time becoming part of everyday life, finding time to relax can be difficult. Calabash Spa Salon at Speke Resort Munyonyo is offering guests a chance to slow down and recharge with a range of midweek wellness experiences. One of the highlights is the "BLISSFUL The post Find Your Midweek Reset with 'BLISSFUL BAE' Tuesdays and 'WILE Wednesday' at Munyonyo's Calabash Spa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:05:23
Chameleone: Single life is so fun, I can now freely look at women
Music star Jose Chameleone has opened up about his experience of single life, joking that one of the biggest changes is being able to admire women without worrying about being questioned. Speaking to fans during a TikTok live session, Chameleone described his life as a bachelor as enjoyable and said he now feels freer than The post Chameleone: Single life is so fun, I can now freely look at women first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:34:19
Winnie Nwagi hits back at critics questioning her changing 'Nyash'
Ugandan singer Winnie Nwagi has responded to critics who have been questioning changes in her body, particularly the size of her backside. The singer has recently attracted attention from social media users who claim that her once-famous fuller backside appears to have become smaller. But Nwagi has dismissed the speculation, saying there is nothing unusual The post Winnie Nwagi hits back at critics questioning her changing 'Nyash' first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:13:43
I&M Capital launches in Uganda to expand wealth and investment solutions
IM Capital Limited has officially launched operations in Uganda, marking a significant step in the IM Group's strategy to provide customers with a more comprehensive range of investment and wealth-management solutions. The launch, held at Kampala Serena Hotel, today- Thursday, August 13th, brought together executives from the IM Group, IM Capital, IM Bank, customers, regulators- The post I&M Capital launches in Uganda to expand wealth and investment solutions first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:15:00
Naava Grey to Headline Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open Finale She Walks Experience
Songstress Naava Grey is set to headline the Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open finale, slated for this Saturday, August, 15th, at the Uganda Golf Club. The special 19th hole experience will be curated as a Johnnie Walker She Walks celebration, in honor of the successful end of the Ladies Open 2026. The event will bring The post Naava Grey to Headline Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open Finale She Walks Experience first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:11:43
Two sentenced to death for murder of former Ndiga clan leader Daniel Bbosa
The High Court in Kampala has sentenced two men to death for the murder of former Ndiga Clan leader, Eng. Daniel Bbosa Lugya. Lugya Bbosa Tabula and his relative, Lugya Noah, were handed the death sentence on Thursday after pleading guilty to the murder charge before High Court Criminal Division Judge David Matovu. Bbosa was The post Two sentenced to death for murder of former Ndiga clan leader Daniel Bbosa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:32:00
Vienna College honours top economics student with Chris Kassami Memorial Award
Vienna College Namugongo has honoured the legacy of its late director Chris Kassami by introducing an annual award for the schools best-performing Economics student. The award was presented on Tuesday during the release of this years Cambridge examination results, with Heath Mulondo Walugembe emerging as the first recipient after scoring 91 per cent in Economics. The post Vienna College honours top economics student with Chris Kassami Memorial Award first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:23:27
Court orders Muwema Advocates to deposit Shs370 million over Kololo property dispute
The Court of Appeal has given Muwema Co. Advocates one month to deposit $100,000 (about Shs370 million) or provide an equivalent bank guarantee if the law firm wants to stop Downtown Investments Ltd from enforcing a monetary decree of nearly $400,000. The order was issued by Justice John Mike Musisi, who granted the law The post Court orders Muwema Advocates to deposit Shs370 million over Kololo property dispute first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:09:21
Johnnie Walker Uganda Golf Open 2026 tees off with the Ladies Open at the Uganda Golf Club
The Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf 2026 Championship has teed off today- Thursday, August 13, with the Ladies Open, at the Uganda Golf Club, setting the stage for three days of competitive golfing action. The three-ball tournament is expected to attract more than 100 lady golfers, who will compete in the Silver and Bronze categories. The post Johnnie Walker Uganda Golf Open 2026 tees off with the Ladies Open at the Uganda Golf Club first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:03:00
SJNOSA set to host grand gala as St. Joseph's S.S.S. Naggalama marks 58 years
The St. Josephs S.S.S. Naggalama Old Students Association (SJNOSA) will hold its highly anticipated Gala on Saturday, 15th August 2026, a gathering 4organizers say will bring together generations of alumni to celebrate 58 years since the school first opened its gates in Naggalama. The Gala will feature a full day of activities including swimming, volleyball, The post SJNOSA set to host grand gala as St. Joseph's S.S.S. Naggalama marks 58 years first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:57:35
Former Uganda Cranes Captain Andy Mwesigwa risks losing school over unpaid loan accumulating to Shs1.3 billion
Former Uganda Cranes captain Andy Mwesigwa is facing the possible loss of his school, AMESCO High School in Bugwanya Village, Wakiso District, after a loan he obtained to develop the institution reportedly accumulated to Shs1.3 billion. Mwesigwa says the school, which he built from earnings from his football career, is his main investment for retirement. The post Former Uganda Cranes Captain Andy Mwesigwa risks losing school over unpaid loan accumulating to Shs1.3 billion first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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