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Singer Pius Mayanja alias Pallaso has given Abeeka Band their flowers after teaming up with them on his latest single Marry You—marking his first-ever collaboration with a live band. For Pallaso, who has worked with some of the continent’s biggest names, this partnership was different. “I am honored to work with such talented artists. You

After three successful editions in Kenya and Tanzania, the Old School and Vibe Brunch makes its Ugandan debut this Saturday at Macheda Palm Resort, Buyala. Originally launched as Cocktails in the Park, the event rebranded to Old School and Vibe Africa after a group of young organizers sought to create a nostalgic experience for audiences

Frank Gashumba has finally given Kampala a headline that does not involve politics, hustling abroad, or lecturing youth about sente z’abazungu. “I am pleased to announce the arrival of our newborn child,” he declared with the same seriousness he usually reserves for government critiques.  Months of speculation, sparked during their Kukyala and traditional wedding, have

We keep chasing the bag, but it might be empty. Ugandans are back in the international news again, and this time it is not for good reasons. BBC’s Celine Runako dropped an investigation early this week that feels like one of those WhatsApp forwards we used to laugh off only now, it is painfully real.

Congratulations Ykee, Nsasiirwe! No, not as a couple… Read again. First up, the man from Kireka, the singer Wyclif Tugume, aka Ykee Benda, cemented his decision to retire from the streets and become a family man. Over the weekend, he was introduced by his fiancée, Emily Nyawira. Now, the girls from Kireka asking how their

In Uganda, marriage season is permanent. Every weekend there is a new couple trending, amidst all this pressure, some OGs remain unmoved, and we salute them as true heroes. The King himself is in no rush. Just as Manchester United win when they want, he the King will marry when he wants. At Omukama Oyo’s

Wednesday evenings would typically call for a laidback vibe on your couch, but not in Kampala, specifically last Wednesday at Mezo Noir. The luxurious Kololo hangout was transformed into bright lights, beaming with flamboyance, luxury and an assortment of happy people invited for the Don Julio Takeover. At the entrance? A flute glass with a

Singer Wycliff Tugume, popularly known as Ykee Benda, and his fiancée, Emily Nyawira, have officially marked another milestone in their love story after holding a colorful and star-studded introduction ceremony. The Mpaka Records boss and his bride-to-be hosted family, close friends, and Uganda’s entertainment elite at a joyous event held in Najeera on Saturday, September

The road map to the iKON Awards 2026 has officially kicked off with iKON Activate an initiative designed to foster collaborations with African film stars. The first edition of iKON Activate is scheduled for September 26–28, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria, as part of the build-up to the iKON Awards 2026. The event will feature several

The crowning of Miss Tourism last week was a night of glamour in celebration of beauty, culture, and talent. The highlight of the evening was the crowning of Cindy Kezia Nachap as Miss Tourism Uganda 2025, after garnering 316 points. In an emotional acceptance speech, Nachap dedicated her crown to her mother, “I would like