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Iryn Namubiru questions costly nursery graduations
Singer Iryn Namubiru has criticised schools that require parents to pay additional fees for nursery graduation ceremonies, after a five-year-old child was reportedly sent home over an unpaid Shs120,000 graduation fee. In a social media post, Namubiru said the child's parent had already cleared school fees, requirements and development fees but was allegedly told by The post Iryn Namubiru questions costly nursery graduations first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Joshua Baraka promises gym work after AI video goes viral
Joshua Baraka has responded with humour to an AI-generated video depicting him with a noticeably more muscular physique, joining fans in the online conversation sparked by the digitally altered clip. The Wrong Places singer appeared unfazed by the video, suggesting he was working on his fitness while stopping short of promising fans the body transformation The post Joshua Baraka promises gym work after AI video goes viral first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Nina Roz defends meeting with UCC boss ahead of concert
Singer Nina Kankunda, alias Nina Roz, has apologised to fans who interpreted her meeting with Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) executive director Nyombi Thembo as a political statement, insisting that the encounter was about preparations for her upcoming concert. The singer faced criticism on social media after sharing images and video of the meeting with Thembo, The post Nina Roz defends meeting with UCC boss ahead of concert first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Zari responds to Kaggwa Njala over claims questioning Semwanga's death
Zari Hassan has pushed back against journalist Simon Kaggwa Njala's questions about the circumstances surrounding the death of her former husband, businessman Ivan Semwanga, insisting that she personally confirmed his death and helped arrange the return of his remains to Uganda. Njala recently described Semwanga's death in South Africa in May 2017 as a "mystery", The post Zari responds to Kaggwa Njala over claims questioning Semwanga's death first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Njala questions circumstances surrounding Ivan Semwanga's death
Journalist Simon Kaggwa Njala has called for the release of businessman Ivan Semwanga's postmortem report, saying questions surrounding the circumstances of his death in South Africa in 2017 remain unanswered. Njala, who has faced criticism for revisiting the businessman's death, said he was seeking documentary evidence to clarify what happened rather than attempting to attract The post Njala questions circumstances surrounding Ivan Semwanga's death first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Heart of the Beast: The strongest bonds carry us through hardship
James Belmont and his combat dog, Odin, head into the Alaskan wilderness hoping for time away from the demands of everyday life. Then their plane crashes. Stranded far from help, they must face the elements and find a way to survive. Odin is played by Uber, a German Shepherd who worked as a search-and-rescue dog The post Heart of the Beast: The strongest bonds carry us through hardship first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:30:11
Iryn Namubiru blames adult media culture for students' ridicule
Singer Iryn Namubiru and media personality Frank Ntambi have criticised the conduct of students at Nsangi Secondary School after videos showing them mocking established Ugandan media personalities sparked debate about respect, role modelling and the influence of content consumed by young people. The reactions followed an apology by the school after clips of students describing The post Iryn Namubiru blames adult media culture for students' ridicule first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:53:33
Chris Evans asks Chameleone to move concert date
Musicians Jose Chameleone and Chris Evans Kaweesi are heading into a December 4 concert clash, with Evans asking the organisers of Chameleone's show to consider changing the date to avoid competing for the same audience. Chameleone is scheduled to perform at Lugogo Cricket Oval, while Evans has lined up his concert at Front Page Hotel The post Chris Evans asks Chameleone to move concert date first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:06:47
A Pass says he wants his music to outlive the moment
For A Pass, music is about more than making people dance, dominating playlists or generating income. The Ugandan singer says he wants to create songs that connect with listeners and retain their meaning long after the excitement of a new release fades. The singer acknowledges that money is an important part of life, but insists The post A Pass says he wants his music to outlive the moment first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:31:21
Nsangi Secondary apologises after students mock veteran journalists
Nsangi Secondary School has apologised after videos of its students mocking established Ugandan media personalities circulated on social media, with some describing the journalists as "old and tired" and suggesting they should retire. The clips have drawn mixed reactions, with some social media users dismissing the remarks as youthful banter while others criticised the students The post Nsangi Secondary apologises after students mock veteran journalists first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 26 Oct 2026 07:00:36
Chameleone speaks out on loneliness, missing his children
Musician Jose Chameleone has opened up about the loneliness he has experienced following his separation from his wife, Daniella Atim, saying he misses the physical presence of his children and the family life they shared. The singer said fatherhood goes beyond providing financially or offering children guidance, arguing that being physically present in their lives The post Chameleone speaks out on loneliness, missing his children first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:17:08
Nina Roz stands firm as Kabako asks Swangz to move Konshens show
Singer Nina Roz has ruled out changing the date of her debut solo concert despite a scheduling clash with Jamaican dancehall star Konshens, who is expected to perform in Kampala on December 11, 2026. Nina Roz, whose concert is scheduled for the same day at Lugogo Hockey Grounds, said she was confident her fans would The post Nina Roz stands firm as Kabako asks Swangz to move Konshens show first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:26:54
Court grants Nobat bail in SACCO case, remands him over assault
Music promoter Nobert Twizire, alias Nobat Events, was on Monday remanded to Kampala Remand Prison after denying a fresh assault charge, even as he secured bail in the separate case over the alleged theft and mismanagement of funds belonging to Kampala and Beyond United Music Promoters SACCO. READ: Hon Nabbanja reveals why she ordered Nobat The post Court grants Nobat bail in SACCO case, remands him over assault first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:56:07
How to be — and not be — like Frank Gashumba
Frank Gashumba can wake up talking about business, spend the afternoon questioning the government, challenge pastors over their miracle claims and still find time to give Ugandans a lesson in self-reliance. By evening, he may have become the subject of another public debate. Few Ugandan public figures have mastered the art of keeping themselves in The post How to be — and not be — like Frank Gashumba first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:23:11
Ice Prince takes Ugandan fans back to Nigerian hip-hop's golden era
For many African millennials, songs such as Oleku, Aboki and Molowo Noni are more than old hits. They are reminders of a period when Nigerian music was steadily expanding its reach across the continent, finding audiences through catchy hooks, memorable music videos and collaborations that travelled beyond national borders. That nostalgia took centre stage on The post Ice Prince takes Ugandan fans back to Nigerian hip-hop's golden era first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:16:32
Emaali Cultural Festival stumbles after last-minute sponsorship withdrawal
The Emaali Cultural Festival at Kololo Airstrip was left struggling over the weekend after Nile Breweries Ltd withdrew its sponsorship, with the organisers and the company offering different accounts of what led to the decision. The Iteso Cultural Institution, which organised the festival in partnership with the government, blamed the withdrawal for disrupting preparations and The post Emaali Cultural Festival stumbles after last-minute sponsorship withdrawal first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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