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For years, Bangar Boi has been the quiet force behind some of Swangz Avenue’s most polished and commercially successful hits. Yet despite his standing as one of Uganda’s most sought-after producers, his name is rarely credited on projects outside the celebrated label, a pattern that has fueled speculation about exclusivity and favouritism. Speaking during an

Just when you thought fake friendships were strictly a TikTok and Snapchat problem, our senior citizens decided to remind us that age does not come with maturity only louder microphones. The elders are now going band for band, not with music, but with accusations. We did not ask for this, but since you are here

Thousands of motorists returning to Kampala from western Uganda last week did not simply travel home. They aged. Some left Mbarara as young people and arrived in the capital as elders with stories, hunger, and emotional scars. What unfolded on the Masaka–Kampala highway was not a traffic jam it was a national experience, a live

Ugandan singer Pius Mayanja, popularly known as Pallaso, has shared chilling memories of his time at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn, describing it as brutal and deeply isolating. His reflection comes amid a wave of online news this week saying that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife had been taken into U.S.

Celebrated Ugandan comedian Dr Hillary Okello has officially tied the knot with his long-time partner, Doreen Akolebirungi, in a beautiful and love-filled ceremony held over the weekend. The wedding marked the climax of a series of joyful pre-marital events, including a colourful traditional introduction and an engagement ceremony that brought together family and friends from

Grammy Award nominee Eddy Kenzo has said he will no longer discuss fellow musician Bebe Cool in public, following recent remarks by Bebe Cool claiming that Kenzo does not understand copyright law. Speaking during an interview, the Nkulowozako hitmaker said talking about Bebe Cool does not benefit him in any way, but instead gives Bebe

Eddy Kenzo has clarified remarks he made during the vigil of Fik Fameica’s late mother, comments that have sparked wide debate within the creative industry and among the public. While addressing mourners at the vigil, the Uganda National Musicians Federation interim president proposed the establishment of a cemetery dedicated exclusively to creatives. He said the

YouTuber and outspoken media personality Isaac Katende, popularly known as Kasuku, finally ticked off a long held dream on Sunday when he came face to face with President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Kasuku was a panellist at an interactive live podcast dubbed Jazz with Jajja, held at State House Nakasero and moderated by the President’s daughter,

A storm is brewing in Uganda’s comedy industry, with a growing revolt against the Uganda Comedians Association (TUCA) now out in the open. A few weeks ago, comedian and promoter Alex Muhangi announced the formation of a new comedy association, openly denouncing TUCA and its leadership. Muhangi revealed that several comedians had approached him, frustrated

Ugandan rapper Rickman Manrick has publicly given credit to media personality Sheila Gashumba for playing a pivotal role in shaping his music journey, praising her guidance, belief, and behind-the-scenes influence during his formative years in the industry. Speaking candidly, Rickman revealed that Sheila motivated him to push harder creatively and musically at a time when