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Our quiet and peaceful neighbours down south; the calm cousin in East Africa’s chaotic family finally went to the polls. Normally, Tanzanians mind their business, speak politely, and only trend online when Diamond Platinumz drops another heartbreak song or Zanzibar is being advertised as Africa’s hidden gem. But this time? The streets of Dar decided

When Kampala floods, it does not just rain, it rebrands. The city turns into Venice with potholes, and traders become accidental swimmers.  With the recent pours, downtown officially joined the list of water bodies. For the traders, though, it was not funny. Years of savings and loans ended up floating down Nakivubo Channel. One woman

The creative pulse of Kampala is set to quicken this week as the Amplify Uganda Music Expo (AUMEX) returns for its second edition on November 7, 2025, at MOTIV Kampala. More than just a music showcase, AUMEX has grown into a powerful movement — one that fuses music, mentorship, and innovation to shape a sustainable

The rumor mill has been busy this week, with whispers that B2C Entertainment had fired their long-time manager Enock and were on the brink of a split after failing to agree on financial and personal matters. Word on the street suggested that the trio had grown tired of sharing their earnings, with each member reportedly

Ever wondered what your favourite people snack on at midnight, who they would swap lives with for a day, or which song they secretly dance to in the shower? In this section, Gloria Haguma ditches the serious stuff and gets personal (and a little nosy). No filters, no scripts, just a peek into who they

There seems to be trouble brewing in Uganda’s music circles again, and this time, it’s former Firebase Crew member Buchaman pointing fingers at Eddy Kenzo for what he calls a painful betrayal. Buchaman has accused singer Eddy Kenzo of betrayal, saying the Big Talent boss has not shown him loyalty despite being one of the

    The Industrial Court in Kampala has upheld the summary dismissal of the then Sanyu FM Chief Operations Officer (COO), Betsy Mugamba ruling that her termination was lawful after she participated in what the court described as an “unlawful strike” during the COVID-19 lockdown. In a detailed judgment delivered by Justice Anthony Wabwire Musana,

Halloween night at Somewhere Else in Naguru was anything but ordinary, as the “Rave to the Grave” party turned into a spine-chilling spectacle of creativity, music, and bold self-expression. Guests walked into a graveyard-inspired setup that immediately set the tone for an immersive experience. Gothic décor, dim lighting, and hauntingly artistic details transformed the venue

    The Rave to the Grave Halloween Party went down at Somewhere Else Bar in Naguru over the weekend with a full house of revellers. The venue was turned into a full-blown spooky fiesta, thanks to Talent Africa Group, with dark lights, eerie costumes, loud beats, and that wild Nyege Nyege energy that Kampala

January 16, 2019, marked the formation of The Uganda Comedians Association (TUCA), with Hannington Bugingo as its president. However, six years later, some comedians feel the association has not lived up to expectations, leading to calls for its dissolution and the formation of a new association led by Alex Muhangi. According to Muhangi, fellow comedians