Singer Biswanka reveals health battle, personal challenges

Renowned Ugandan singer Biswanka Derick has shared a deeply personal update, revealing a mix of health battles and ongoing tensions in his private life. In a post on his Facebook page, the singer disclosed that he is considering changing his son's name from Biswanka Derrick Junior to "Samanya," following a strained relationship with the child's The post Singer Biswanka reveals health battle, personal challenges first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Azawi recounts dramatic escape from show gone wrong

Like many artists, Azawi operates with a clear structure, especially for upcountry shows. Payment terms are agreed upon in advance, with balances cleared before stepping on stage. This time, however, things began to unravel upon arrival at the venue in Luwero. The booking agent, someone she had worked with before, assured her team that the The post Azawi recounts dramatic escape from show gone wrong first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Urgent action needed to prevent surge in digital violence in Africa, experts say

A huge rise in internet users under the age of 30 has fuelled an increase in online violence against women and girls with devastating real-life effects, activists sayActivists and lawyers in Africa are calling for urgent action to protect women, girls and boys as digital violence surges across the continent.A massive rise in internet users, coupled with huge numbers of people aged under 30, has fuelled an increase in gendered online violence across the continent, according to experts, by giving perpetrators new tools to control and silence women and girls, and influence boys. Continue reading...

Viana Indi joins NRG Radio

Media personality Viana Indi, whose real name is Vivian Ayesiga Kabahindi, has joined NRG Radio Uganda just weeks after exiting Next Media. Viana Indi will host NRG Circle alongside Gaga and DJ VXFaisal, airing Monday to Thursday from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Her move adds her to a growing roster of youth-driven media personalities The post Viana Indi joins NRG Radio first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Dance takes centre stage as Tusker Neon Raves Lite up Mbarara City

There are nights when music leads, and others where movement tells the story. On Saturday, March 28, at Mugaba Palace, it was dance that first claimed the spotlight. The Tusker Lite Neon Rave, converging with the Explore Ankole concert, unfolded as a high-energy showcase of rhythm and rivalry, with the dance competition emerging as the The post Dance takes centre stage as Tusker Neon Raves Lite up Mbarara City first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Uganda to host Nepal and USA in Easter Women's T20 Cup showdown

Cricket Uganda has announced that Uganda will host the Easter Women's T20 Cup from April 7 to 16, 2026, bringing together international teams for a high-level developmental tournament at Entebbe Cricket Oval. The competition will feature Uganda's senior women's team, the Victoria Pearls, alongside Uganda A Women, with visiting sides Nepal Women and USA Women

Guide to Uganda Wildlife Authority's fees for 2024 to 2026 [UPDATED]

Uganda Wildlife Authority conservation tariff. Gorilla, chimp and park entry fees July 2024 to June 2026. The post Guide to Uganda Wildlife Authoritys fees for 2024 to 2026 [UPDATED] appeared first on Diary of a Muzungu.

Iryn Namubiru Returns with Bold New Album "I'm Ready"

After a quiet build-up that left fans curious and expectant, Iryn Namubiru has stepped back into the spotlight with a statement. She's ready, and she means it. Released yesterday, March 27, 2026, "I'm Ready" is not just another album drop; it feels like a personal declaration wrapped in melody. The eight-track project carries the emotional The post Iryn Namubiru Returns with Bold New Album "I'm Ready" first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Levixone sets stage for a comeback concert in Kampala after 14 Years

After more than a decade away from the solo concert stage in Kampala, Levixone is ready to return in a big and deeply personal way. The gospel star, born Sam Lucas Lubyogo, has announced his upcoming concert dubbed "A One-Time Experience," slated for November 8, 2026, at Kampala Serena Hotel. For longtime fans, this isn't The post Levixone sets stage for a comeback concert in Kampala after 14 Years first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

CCFU Launches Call for Nominations for 7th National Heritage Awards 2026

Pearl of Africa Golf Series returns with bigger prize money for professionals

‎‎‎The second edition of the Pearl of Africa (POA) Golf Series tees off next week at the par-71 Entebbe Club, with Uganda's top amateur and professional golfers ramping up preparations for what promises to be a competitive outing.‎‎This year's series comes with a major boost for professional golfers after organisers increased the prize kitty to

Why Anita Among's Position Is No Longer Secure

By Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe Uganda is entering one of the most sensitive political periods in its modern history. As the country gradually edges toward a future beyond Yoweri Museveni's long-standing leadership, every leader,  be it the emerging or the one in office, must be scrutinized by those who must. This is why the choice of the Speaker of Parliament this time round, may shock all of us. Its not business as usual. During this period when we may enter into the a transition, the Speaker of Parliment will be expected to become a stabilizing force, a gatekeeper, and, in many

Renowned Ugandan singer Biswanka Derick has shared a deeply personal update, revealing a mix of health battles and ongoing tensions in his private life. In a post on his Facebook page, the singer disclosed that he is considering changing his son's name from Biswanka Derrick Junior to "Samanya," following a strained relationship with the child's The post first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

How Steve Jean changed photographer Oscar Ntege's life forever

Before the bookings, the recognition, and the near-nonstop wedding shoots, Oscar Ntege was just a young photographer with passion but little direction, and then a single Facebook message changed everything. "I got a message from someone called Steve Jean," Oscar recalls. "He told me, 'Hey Oscar, you have very nice pictures. Can you come to The post How Steve Jean changed photographer Oscar Ntege's life forever first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Like many artists, Azawi operates with a clear structure, especially for upcountry shows. Payment terms are agreed upon in advance, with balances cleared before stepping on stage. This time, however, things began to unravel upon arrival at the venue in Luwero. The booking agent, someone she had worked with before, assured her team that the The post first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Former SFC Commander Major General Nabasa arrested

Two senior officers of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces have been arrested in a fresh crackdown ordered by the Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba. Security sources say Major General Don William Nabasa, a former commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC), and Brigadier General Johnson Namanya Abaho were detained on Friday, March 27, 2026. The post Former SFC Commander Major General Nabasa arrested first appeared on Matooke Republic.

NRM PARLIAMENTARY CAUCUS BACKS FY 2026/2027 BUDGET PRIORITIES AND PROPOSED PROTECTION OF SOVEREIGNTY BILL

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus has today resolved to support the government#39;s budget priorities for the Financial Year 2026/2027 and to back the passage of the Proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2025, following guidance from H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at a meeting held at State House Entebbe. The Caucus endorsed key priority areas in the FY 2026/2027 budget, including continued investment in peace and security, roads, electricity infrastructure, railway development, preparations for AFCON 2027, and promotion of scientific innovations to accelerate socio-economic transformation. Members also supported restocking programmes in Teso, Lango and Acholi sub-regions, as well as salary

Kitgum Student Dies After Police Teargas Scare

Alien Skin released after brief detention by military police

Ugandan musician Alien Skin and members of his Fangone Forest crew were on Friday briefly detained by military police in Wankulukuku before being released hours later. The group was reportedly intercepted near Wankulukuku Stadium hours after a performance at Kitebi Secondary School and later held at Nateete Police Station. DEVELOPING STORY: Musician Allien Skin and The post Alien Skin released after brief detention by military police first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

Uganda reaffirms commitment to cooperation with Nile Basin Nations- Minister Beatrice Atim Anywar

Water as a Bridge, Not a Barrier: Uganda's Powerful Message to the Nile Basin