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When Salvador's translator became funnier than him
For a comedian, there is sacred magic in the split-second between dropping a punchline and hearing an audience erupt. It's the ultimate validation. But for Ugandan comedy export Patrick Idringi, popularly known as Salvador, one international gig turned that sweet thrill into a humbling experience when his own translator unexpectedly stole the spotlight. Appearing recently The post When Salvador's translator became funnier than him first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Uganda's Hyper Kids caught in Brazilian political storm after paid campaign video
Uganda's dynamic dance sensation, Hyper Kids Africa, have unexpectedly found themselves landed in the middle of a high-stakes political firestorm thousands of miles away in South America. What started as a seemingly lucrative digital opportunity for the young local performers has erupted into an international scandal involving presidential ambitions, cryptocurrency, and child protection laws in The post Uganda's Hyper Kids caught in Brazilian political storm after paid campaign video first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Visa denial threatens to ruin Champion Likdul's global dream
Abdul Malik, better known to his fans as Likdul, captivated the crowd and danced his way to Uganda's first-ever Red Bull Dance Your Style crown. However, just as he prepares to take his street-dance talent to the world stage, a sudden Swiss visa refusal threatens to derail his ultimate dream. The freestyle dancer defeated MICO The post Visa denial threatens to ruin Champion Likdul's global dream first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 19 hours ago
Nasasira prefers courtship to lavish cash offers
Media personality Doreen Nasasira has revealed that she once turned down an offer of Shs360 million from a man because she was uncomfortable with the circumstances surrounding the money. Speaking during an interview with Kasuku on Kasuku Live, Nasasira said she suspected the offer might have been linked to a bet the man had made The post Nasasira prefers courtship to lavish cash offers first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Kenzo weighs in as Parliament halts charcoal ban enforcement
Musician Eddy Kenzo has called for greater consideration of environmental protection and access to affordable cooking energy amid renewed debate over restrictions on charcoal production and trade in parts of Uganda. Kenzo argued that efforts to protect forests should be accompanied by measures to help households access alternative cooking fuels, particularly those who depend on The post Kenzo weighs in as Parliament halts charcoal ban enforcement first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:16:13
Chagga dismisses deportation claims, says he will return to UK
Veteran Ugandan musician and music manager Geoffrey Chagga has dismissed speculation that he was deported from the United Kingdom, saying his return to Uganda was voluntary and that he intends to go back to London. Chagga's return has fuelled rumours about his immigration status, with some suggesting that difficulties involving his work permits may have The post Chagga dismisses deportation claims, says he will return to UK first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:44:41
I am working – Grace Nakimera defends performing in bars
Singer Grace Nakimera is not about to let public opinion dictate where she earns a living. For her, performing in a bar is work, and those uncomfortable with her choice can keep their judgments to themselves. The singer, who is preparing to perform at Da Villa, has defended her decision to take her music to The post I am working – Grace Nakimera defends performing in bars first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:32:51
Pastor Rwomushana backs Gashumba's concerns over alleged fake miracles
Pastor Isaac Rwomushana has joined businessman Frank Gashumba in questioning claims of miraculous healing in Ugandan churches, criticising religious leaders who allegedly use extraordinary promises and religious items to solicit money from believers. Rwomushana said he does not perform miracles and remains sceptical of some pastors who claim to possess extraordinary healing powers. He recalled The post Pastor Rwomushana backs Gashumba's concerns over alleged fake miracles first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:51:34
Spice Diana hits back at Prima Kardash over body-shaming remarks
Singer Spice Diana has criticised socialite Prima Kardash for allegedly body-shaming her, saying it is disappointing for women to put each other down over physical appearance when they do not know the struggles others may be facing. The dispute followed a TikTok Live session in which Prima reportedly commented on Spice Diana's weight gain. In The post Spice Diana hits back at Prima Kardash over body-shaming remarks first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:08:45
How to be like Uncle Good Vibes
There are people who attend parties to have a good time, and then there is Mayani, better known as Uncle Good Vibes, who appears to have appointed himself chairman of the good time itself. For years, people have known him as the dancer who can turn an ordinary performance into something worth recording. He has The post How to be like Uncle Good Vibes first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:03:03
Princess Amirah weighs in on King Saha, husband Kasolo clash
Princess Amirah has downplayed the confrontation between singer King Saha and her husband, Minister Haruna Kasolo, saying the incident was insignificant compared with the insults he has endured over the years. King Saha made headlines months ago after confronting Kasolo over alleged sabotage of his concert in his home district of Kyotera. Amirah, who was The post Princess Amirah weighs in on King Saha, husband Kasolo clash first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:55:47
Sheila Gashumba, Kayanja Jr clash over Frank's Shs500m miracle challenge
The Shs500 million challenge issued by social commentator Frank Gashumba to pastors claiming miraculous healing has spilled into a public dispute over church accountability, with his daughter, Sheila Gashumba, clashing with Pastor Robert Kayanja Jr on X. Sheila joined the debate on Tuesday night to defend her father against claims that his criticism of some The post Sheila Gashumba, Kayanja Jr clash over Frank's Shs500m miracle challenge first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:39:14
Heart & Soul Rendezvous turns music into a lifeline
An afternoon of Soul, Jazz and RB will carry a life-saving message when Heart Soul Rendezvous returns on November 14, with organisers rallying support for the Mengo Hospital Rotary Blood Bank. The second edition of the invite-only gathering at Premier Gardens in Kigo will combine live music, conversation and an opportunity to raise awareness The post Heart & Soul Rendezvous turns music into a lifeline first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:55:18
Omukebete to honour late wife in National Theatre show
In July, when comedian real name David Katende booked the National Theatre for his October show, his wife, Esther Nannungi, gave him money to buy three VIP tickets. It was a simple gesture of support for a performance they expected to share. Esther, who had stood beside him through his career, would not live to The post Omukebete to honour late wife in National Theatre show first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:19:10
Chagga reportedly returns to Uganda from UK
Former music manager and singer Chagga real number Geoffrey Kyagambiddwa has reportedly returned to Uganda from the United Kingdom, amid claims that he was deported over immigration documentation issues. Chagga relocated to the UK earlier this year in search of new opportunities, but reports now suggest that his stay may not have unfolded as planned. The post Chagga reportedly returns to Uganda from UK first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:26
Ex-gang leader sentenced to 40 years to life in prison for Tupac Shakur murder
A former gang leader was sentenced to 40 years to life in prison on Tuesday for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting death of hip-hop star Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas, ?capping the prosecution of a long-unsolved murder that shaped the golden age of rap music. Duane Keffe D Davis, 63, found guilty by a jury The post Ex-gang leader sentenced to 40 years to life in prison for Tupac Shakur murder first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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