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Snubbed in life, sculpted in legend: Moses Matovu's passing fires up debate over honorary PhDs

The passing of legendary musician Moses Matovu at age 77 has sent shockwaves through the country, triggering a massive outpouring of tributes from musicians, cultural figures, and generations of fans. Yet, behind the grief and celebration of his colossal footprint, his death has reopened an uncomfortable conversation: does Uganda truly honor its cultural icons while The post Snubbed in life, sculpted in legend: Moses Matovu's passing fires up debate over honorary PhDs first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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Dax Vibez sets four-year timeline for music career

Singer Dax Vibez has revealed that he could bring his active music career to an end within the next four years, saying he believes he will have achieved everything he needs to as an artiste by then. The singer made the revelation while appearing on Galaxy TV's Rewind, where he was asked whether he has The post Dax Vibez sets four-year timeline for music career first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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Former Miss Uganda Nakakande challenges Luswata's apology to Juliana

Former Miss Uganda Oliver Nakakande has challenged Mary Luswata's explanation for apologising to singer Juliana Kanyomozi nearly a decade after making controversial remarks about the death of her son. Luswata recently addressed the issue during an interview with Prim Asiimwe, expressing regret over comments she made after Kanyomozi lost her son, Keron Kabugo, in 2014. The post Former Miss Uganda Nakakande challenges Luswata's apology to Juliana first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:13:41

Nobat remanded over Shs1bn SACCO funds allegations

Events promoter Norbert Twizire, popularly known as Nobat Events, has been remanded to Luzira Prison over allegations surrounding the management of funds belonging to the Kampala and Beyond United Music Promoters SACCO. Nobat appeared before Makindye Magistrates Court on Monday alongside fellow promoter Mujabi Twaha. The two face allegations involving about Shs1 billion in government The post Nobat remanded over Shs1bn SACCO funds allegations first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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The scars behind Bridgette Mars' music comeback

For Bridgette Mars, returning to music is about more than releasing another song. It is about reclaiming a part of herself she feared she had lost. The Ugandan singer, songwriter and guitarist was building momentum in her career when an accident abruptly brought everything to a halt. What had been a period of excitement, plans The post The scars behind Bridgette Mars' music comeback first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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Cindy Sanyu says film industry can learn from music

Musician Cindy Sanyu believes Uganda's film industry could grow faster by borrowing lessons from the music industry, particularly in branding and marketing individual talent. Cindy, who has also featured in several local drama series, says musicians have become better at turning their names and personalities into brands that attract audiences, partnerships and investment. "The film The post Cindy Sanyu says film industry can learn from music first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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Madrat reveals lack of education cost him opportunities

For comedian Madrat, real name Dickson Lubega, laughter may be his profession, but he carries a lingering regret over the education he never completed. The Madrat and Chiko comedy duo star says dropping out of school has cost him several opportunities in life, including his ambition to venture into politics. Appearing on the Deep Talk The post Madrat reveals lack of education cost him opportunities first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:01:41

New Cranes with Innit boys

Uganda has reached that interesting stage of football where, before you support the Cranes, you may need to first study the team sheet. Very interesting names: Abdoulaye Sissako, Akpan David Udoh, Kingdom Osayi, Kelvin Owusu Boateng, Dieudonne Gaucho Debohi, Arnold Vula, Souleyman Diaby, Nathan Asiimwe and Noble Okello. You read the names once and immediately The post New Cranes with Innit boys first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:01:15

Fik Fameica's 'Sikiwa' is built to keep you moving

There are songs that ask you to sit down and listen to every word, and then there are songs that simply want you to move. Fik Fameica's "Sikiwa" firmly belongs to the second category. Released on August 18, with its official music video following on September 1, the three-minute-plus track finds Fameica in familiar territory The post Fik Fameica's 'Sikiwa' is built to keep you moving first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:53:14

Govt to send senior six leavers to Kyankwanzi

The government has announced plans to send Senior Six leavers across Uganda to the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi for patriotism and ideological training. The programme is expected to start this year, with National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC) Commissioner Hellen Seku saying the school leavers will spend about six months at the institute. The post Govt to send senior six leavers to Kyankwanzi first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:25:47

I don't need Kololo to prove myself — Chameleone

Jose Chameleone has rejected suggestions that he should have chosen the larger Kololo Independence Grounds for his December 4 concert, saying he does not need the venue to prove his status. As the countdown to his concert at Lugogo Cricket Oval continues, the music veteran questioned why fans and critics should dictate where he stages The post I don't need Kololo to prove myself — Chameleone first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:37:43

Fashion, Vodka and the changing face of Kampala's nightlife 

From its disputed origins in Eastern Europe to its growing presence in Kampalas fashion, brunch and nightlife scenes, vodka has evolved into one of the worlds most versatile spirits. As the world marks Vodka Day on October 4, its journey offers an interesting look at how a once-regional drink has become a global fixture. Few The post Fashion, Vodka and the changing face of Kampala's nightlife  first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:48:18

Maurice Kirya proves that good music is bigger than hits

You can tell how good a show was by the way the audience leaves. At some concerts, people start leaving while the main act is still on stage. At others, they head for the exits as soon as the performance ends. Then there are those rare shows where the audience lingers, discussing the past hour The post Maurice Kirya proves that good music is bigger than hits first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:58:48

I saw Joshua Baraka's potential early – A Pass

Ugandan singer A Pass has recalled Joshua Baraka's early days in music, saying he saw potential in the young artiste before he became one of the country's recognised performers. A Pass said Baraka was still young when they first met and was yet to establish himself, at one point miming songs by other artistes, including The post I saw Joshua Baraka's potential early – A Pass first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:28:40

Mariam Ndagire credits faith, family for four-decade career

For veteran entertainer Mariam Ndagire, staying in Uganda's entertainment industry for more than four decades has required more than talent. The actress, singer and filmmaker says her upbringing, faith, education and responsibility as a mother have shaped the choices she has made throughout her career. Speaking on the Diaspora Connect UG podcast, Ndagire said the The post Mariam Ndagire credits faith, family for four-decade career first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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@sqoop Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:42:24

Tenge Tenge shares stage with Jason Derulo

Young Ugandan content creator Tenge Tenge shared the stage with American singer Jason Derulo during the Stanbic Music Festival in Lusaka, Zambia, on Saturday. Tenge Tenge's appearance almost turned chaotic after security personnel reportedly mistook him for an unauthorised person who had entered the stage. As the TikTok sensation made his way onto the stage, The post Tenge Tenge shares stage with Jason Derulo first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.

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