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Technology meets heritage as 7th annual arts and culture festival heads to Kampala
Preparations are in high gear as Kampala readies itself for a vibrant showcase of Ugandas rich heritage and creative talent at the 7th Annual Arts and Culture Festival, slated for November 6 to 8 at the National Theatre and selected venues across the city. Organised by the Uganda National Cultural Centre (UNCC) in collaboration with The post Technology meets heritage as 7th annual arts and culture festival heads to Kampala first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Uganda mourns comedy star Kapere LuCurtain falls on Kapere Lufotose: The comedy star who turned self-awareness into goldfotose: The man who turned self-awareness into gold
Uganda's creative industry has been plunged into deep mourning following the sudden passing of beloved stand-up comedian Yokana Mbuuse, fondly known by millions across the globe as Kapere Lufotose. The tragic news broke on Sunday evening, sending a massive wave of grief across social media after it was announced by National Unity Platform (NUP) President The post Uganda mourns comedy star Kapere LuCurtain falls on Kapere Lufotose: The comedy star who turned self-awareness into goldfotose: The man who turned self-awareness into gold first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Bella Poarch on telling the story behind the algorithm
Millions of people know Bella Poarch as the viral TikTok star behind the 2021 hit single, Build a Bitch, which scored the biggest debut for a new artist in YouTube history with more than 75 million views in its opening week, according to Warner Records. But long before TikTok made her one of the internets The post Bella Poarch on telling the story behind the algorithm first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:21:55
Jowy Landa alleges plot to heckle her during Jinja performance
Singer Jowy Landa has accused an unidentified artiste manager of allegedly paying people in the audience to heckle and embarrass her during performances, following a confrontation with a reveller at a show in Jinja. The incident happened at Snap Lounge, where the singer reportedly got into a heated exchange with someone in the crowd after The post Jowy Landa alleges plot to heckle her during Jinja performance first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 29 Oct 2026 10:52:26
Carol Nantongo dismisses domestic violence claims against husband
Singer Carol Nantongo has dismissed social media allegations that her husband, Dylan Ssemwogerere, physically abuses her, describing the claims as false and warning against making serious accusations without evidence. In a media interview, Nantongo expressed concern that the allegations could damage her husbands reputation and affect his professional prospects. She urged social media users to The post Carol Nantongo dismisses domestic violence claims against husband first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Gloria Bugie takes her shot on Diamond and The Ben
Ugandan singer Gloria Bugie has used the opportunity to share a stage with East African music stars Diamond Platnumz and The Ben to make a pitch for something bigger: a studio collaboration. The singer made the appeal during a press conference ahead of the upcoming Comedy Store show, where she is expected to perform alongside The post Gloria Bugie takes her shot on Diamond and The Ben first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Alex Muhangi reflects on competition from fellow comedians
Comedian Alex Muhangi says success in the entertainment business can attract competition from people who want to replicate an idea once they see it making money. Speaking on Muno Watch, Muhangi reflected on the challenges he encountered as fellow comedians sought to venture into the kind of business he was doing, describing it as part The post Alex Muhangi reflects on competition from fellow comedians first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Kwiso Movie Nights returns with film and conversation
Film enthusiasts gathered at Reach a Hand Africa's offices in Lungujja, Kampala, on Friday, October 30, for the return of Kwiso Movie Nights, an initiative seeking to bring audiences together through film and conversation. The first screening of the year, dubbed Cinema Cocktails, featured the award-winning film The Unforgivable and brought together guests for The post Kwiso Movie Nights returns with film and conversation first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:05:02
Diamond Platnumz explains his special bond with Muhangi
Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz has revealed why he feels more comfortable receiving show confirmations directly from Comedy Store boss Alex Muhangi than through the events management team. Speaking at a press conference ahead of his Comedy Store performance, Diamond clarified that he gets most of his bookings through the management but prefers when Alex personally The post Diamond Platnumz explains his special bond with Muhangi first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:36:54
Alien Skin served 30-Day eviction notice over Shs36 million rent and water bill arrears
Singer Alien Skin has reportedly been given 30 days to clear alleged rent and water bill arrears amounting to Shs36 million or vacate the premises he occupies. In a notice dated October 26, 2026, the landlord, Isaac Katurebe, told the singer, identified in the document as Patrick Mulwana, that his tenancy was being terminated over The post Alien Skin served 30-Day eviction notice over Shs36 million rent and water bill arrears first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:26:54
Chameleone reveals how Bobi Wine, Goodlyfe forced him back to studio
Even musical veterans need a little panic to get back to work. For Jose Chameleone, that moment came when Bobi Wine released Bada, a song that left him worried enough to return to the studio and respond with Valu Valu. Speaking during a social media live session, Chameleone offered a glimpse into the competitive instincts The post Chameleone reveals how Bobi Wine, Goodlyfe forced him back to studio first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:31:39
Musicians rally behind Mesach Semakula ahead of 50th birthday concert
With two weeks to his 50 Years of Greatness concert, singer Mesach Semakula received a show of support from fellow musicians and members of Uganda's entertainment industry at a press conference held at Papaz Spot in Makindye on Thursday. The gathering brought together artistes, socialites, journalists and sponsors, including VA Sherry, as Semakula prepares for The post Musicians rally behind Mesach Semakula ahead of 50th birthday concert first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:30:47
Sheebah's 'Kings over men' message sparks fresh debate online
Singer Sheebah Karungi has sparked another debate about relationships after attempting to explain why she believes women should look for "kings" rather than simply men, drawing both criticism and questions from social media users. The singer first stirred discussion last evening when she declared that women should prioritise financial stability over pursuing men, arguing that The post Sheebah's 'Kings over men' message sparks fresh debate online first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:51:41
Iryn Namubiru opens up about painful fallout with mother during first pregnancy
Singer Iryn Namubiru has shared a painful account of how her relationship with her mother deteriorated during her first pregnancy, revealing that they went months without speaking, even as she prepared to become a first-time mother in a foreign country. In a lengthy social media post, Namubiru recalled that in 2002, shortly after getting married, The post Iryn Namubiru opens up about painful fallout with mother during first pregnancy first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:34:11
Former comedian Sammy Okanya arrested over alleged debt
Former comedian Sammy Okanya, now a pastor with Da Mighty Family, has reportedly been detained at Katwe Police Station following a dispute over a $10,000 loan he allegedly obtained from a South Sudanese national. According to reports, Okanya borrowed the money to finance religious activities, including missionary work and crusades in Uganda and other countries. The post Former comedian Sammy Okanya arrested over alleged debt first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:19:34
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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