Govt's proposed 6% tax on public entertainers' fees stirs debate

The proposed 6 per cent tax on public entertainers fees by the government of Uganda has stired debate and split public opinion in the country. The Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (General Duties) Henry Musasizi presented the tax proposal on Wednesday as part of the eight amendment Bills targeting Shs1.74 The post Govt's proposed 6% tax on public entertainers' fees stirs debate first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Weasel remireminiscent about attempt to report Chameleon to police

It was meant to be a serious day, one of those tense, quiet walks into a police station where every word feels heavy and every second stretches longer than it should. But in true Ugandan fashion, life had other plans. Weasel recently shared a memory that flips tension into laughter, a moment so The post Weasel remireminiscent about attempt to report Chameleon to police first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

99% of artists who went to Parliament don't understand copyright—Bebe Cool

When Uganda's entertainment industry turned its eyes to Parliament in anticipation of the amended copyright law, many saw a moment of triumph, a long-awaited win for artistes hungry for better pay and protection. But for Bebe Cool, the excitement felt misplaced. The veteran musician has dismissed the wave of optimism that followed artists' appearance before The post 99% of artists who went to Parliament don't understand copyright—Bebe Cool first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Bebe Cool reveals his exit from the musicians' federation

For the first time, Bebe Cool is opening up about the behind-the-scenes conversations that led to the formation of the Uganda National Musicians Federation and why he ultimately walked away. Speaking during an interview on Vibe Life YouTube with Eddy Sendi and Jenkins Mukasa, the veteran artist painted a picture of a movement that began The post Bebe Cool reveals his exit from the musicians' federation first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

"We ignored him, sent him on errands—Now he's Wizkid" – Weasel reveals

There's something brutally honest about hindsight and for Weasel Manizo, it comes with a story that stings just a little. Speaking in an interview, Weasel peeled back the curtain on a moment that now feels almost unbelievable. Back then, he and the late Mowzey Radio were chasing a collaboration with Nigerian star Dbanj. The plan The post "We ignored him, sent him on errands—Now he's Wizkid" – Weasel reveals first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

99% of artists who went to Parliament don't know copyright—Bebe Cool

When Uganda's entertainment industry turned its eyes to Parliament in anticipation of the amended copyright law, many saw a moment of triumph, a long-awaited win for artistes hungry for better pay and protection. But for Bebe Cool, the excitement felt misplaced. The veteran musician has dismissed the wave of optimism that followed artists' appearance before The post 99% of artists who went to Parliament don't know copyright—Bebe Cool first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

‎How Cwinya-ai won the Pearl of Africa Golf Series amateur event‎

‎Joseph Cwinya-ai put together a near-flawless two-day performance before holding his nerve in the final round to secure victory at the Entebbe leg of the 2026 Pearl of Africa Golf Series amateur (gross) category.‎‎Competing over 54 holes at the lakeside course, Cwinya-ai separated himself from a 50-man elite field with a blistering start that ultimately

Grace Kasango holds nerve to clinch Pearl of Africa Golf Series title

‎‎A dramatic finish capped an absorbing Pearl of Africa Golf Series tournament at Entebbe, with Grace Kasango delivering a composed performance to secure a memorable wire-to-wire victory.‎‎Kasango, who teed off as the pre-tournament favourite on Thursday, justified expectations with a triumph that reflects significant improvement in his game over the past year, both mentally and

40 Days Over 40 Smiles Marks 14 Years of Transforming Children's Access to Education in Uganda

POA - Kasango in Three-Stroke Lead, Cwinya-Ai Shows Amateurs Who Is Boss

[Independent (Kampala)] Entebbe, Uganda -- Grace Kasango is not a golfer of many words. The lanky boy from the East often reminds friends that he prefers to talk with his clubs. And on Thursday, he duly did. Kasango shot a four-under 67 to race into a three-stroke lead in the opening round of the Pearl of Africa (POA) Professionals' competition at the par-71 Entebbe Club.

Ggaba Killer First Paid for His Child's Admission Before Slaughtering 4 Children

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The assailant who stormed the Ggaba Early Childhood Development Program Centre and stabbed at least four children to death had visited the school two days ago seeking admission for his child, before killing the children.

Fuel - Kenyans Flock to Uganda for Cheaper Prices

[Independent (Kampala)] Busia, Uganda -- Kenyans motorists have begun crossing into Uganda in search of cheaper fuel at the pump station in the border district of Busia. They say the prices in Uganda seem to be lower than those in their country.

Gulu Career Fair Draws 1,000 Youth

[Independent (Kampala)] Gulu, Uganda -- More than 1,000 young job seekers and 59 employers converged in Gulu for the inaugural career fair organised by BrighterMonday Uganda in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, in a move aimed at narrowing the gap between talent and opportunity in Northern Uganda.

BCU Seeks $120m Govt Support for Coffee Value Addition

[Independent (Kampala)] Mbale, Uganda -- Bugisu Cooperative Union (BCU) has written to the government requesting 120 million US dollars (about 483 billion shillings) to procure a modern coffee processing machine aimed at boosting value addition and increasing farmers' incomes. The request was revealed on Monday by the union chairperson, Nathan Nandala Mafabi, who is also the Budadiri West legislator, while addressing hundreds of delegates at the union's annual general meeting held at the BCU head offices in Doho, Mbale City Industrial Division,

Archbishop Kaziimba Warns Youth On Social Media Misuse and Calls for Gratitude

[Nile Post] The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda,The Most Rt .Rev Dr. Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu, has warned young people about the dangers of misusing social media.

MTN Uganda Trains 105 in Western Region Digital Literacy Drive

[Nile Post] MTN Uganda, through the MTN Foundation, has trained 105 participants in its Digital Literacy Programme in Uganda's Western region, reinforcing a broader nationwide push to equip citizens with practical digital skills as the country accelerates its transition to a technology-driven economy.

Police Warn Money Lenders Over Illegal Property Seizures in Wamala

[Nile Post] Police in the Wamala Region have issued a stern warning to money lenders operating in the area, urging them to stop engaging in illegal practices or face prosecution.

Govt Dumps Appeal, Plans New Amendments to Computer Misuse Act

[Nile Post] Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka has told Parliament that government won't appeal the ruling quashing parts of the Computer Misuse Act.

Scholar Calls for Modern Approaches to Crime Prevention in Uganda

[Nile Post] Security and Strategic Studies scholar Richard Bard Byamukama has emphasized the need for adaptive and modern approaches to crime prevention, noting that crime patterns continue to evolve alongside societal changes.

Capital Markets Authority Trains Entrepreneurs On Investment Readiness

[Nile Post] The Capital Markets Authority Uganda has convened a capacity-building workshop for business founders at Four Points by Sheraton Kampala, aimed at equipping entrepreneurs with the knowledge and technical expertise needed to access and effectively participate in Uganda's capital markets.