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@sqoop Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:05:20
Kabera impresses at Chef’s Table experience
Away from Kabera, the night was all about eating as Chef Sho brought guests “back to school” with a playful, refined twist on nostalgic boarding school meals. Seated on a stool with a microphone in front of her and a guitarist right besides her, you could not miss Angel Kabera’s set. It was not one […] The post Kabera impresses at Chef’s Table experience first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:23:05
Amooti recalls how Kapere's comedy journey began with a monkey role
When comedian Kapere showed up at Amooti Omubalanguzi's home at 6am seeking a place in his comedy group, he was probably unaware that the encounter would shape his career. Amooti, too, could hardly have imagined that the young man he would initially cast as a monkey would become one of Uganda's most recognisable comedy performers. The post Amooti recalls how Kapere's comedy journey began with a monkey role first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:39:11
Kapere's widow recounts rent distress before comedian's death
Lydia Nakandi, widow of comedian Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, has recounted how a demand for Shs320,000 in rent arrears left her husband distressed hours before he collapsed and died. Speaking at his funeral service at the National Unity Platform (NUP) offices in Kavule, Nakandi said her husband had been told to vacate The post Kapere's widow recounts rent distress before comedian's death first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:15:36
Joshua Baraka: 'Why should I only dream of being Uganda's biggest artiste?'
Joshua Baraka has dismissed suggestions that he should concentrate on Uganda's music market before pursuing international success, saying such advice risks limiting his potential. The singer was responding to veteran musician King Saha, who recently advised him to build a stronger local fan base before venturing into foreign markets, warning that people currently hyping him The post Joshua Baraka: 'Why should I only dream of being Uganda's biggest artiste?' first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:25:48
Bobi Wine pays emotional tribute to late comedian Kapere
National Unity Platform (NUP) president Bobi Wine has paid tribute to comedian and entertainer Kapere Lufotose, describing the late performer as a patriot, devoted family man and friend whose humour and kindness touched many lives. Kapere, whose real name was Yokana Mbuuse, died on November 1, 2026. In a heartfelt eulogy, Bobi Wine reflected on The post Bobi Wine pays emotional tribute to late comedian Kapere first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:58:23
King Saha questions Joshua Baraka's pursuit of international fame
King Saha has cautioned Joshua Baraka against prioritising international recognition before establishing a stronger following in Uganda, arguing that the pursuit of global success could prove expensive and uncertain. During a TikTok Live, the singer questioned whether Baraka was receiving realistic advice from people around him, saying they should be honest about the challenges of The post King Saha questions Joshua Baraka's pursuit of international fame first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:35:20
Kapere: The husband and father behind the laughter
For many Ugandans, Yokana Mbuuse was the comedian whose facial expressions, unusual dance moves and unmistakable comic timing could turn an ordinary moment into laughter. Popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, he built a name in Uganda's entertainment industry by turning the physical features that once exposed him to ridicule into an unlikely source of fame. The post Kapere: The husband and father behind the laughter first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:38:08
Makerere University's culture minister resigns after suspension over Freshers' Ball chaos
Makerere University's Minister for Culture, Mobilisation and Social Affairs, Edward Mutebi, has resigned a day after Guild President Gracious Kadondi suspended him for 29 days pending investigations into the chaos that disrupted the university's Freshers' Ball. In a resignation letter dated November 2, 2026, Mutebi announced his immediate departure from the 92nd Guild Cabinet, describing The post Makerere University's culture minister resigns after suspension over Freshers' Ball chaos first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 01 Nov 2026 08:37:11
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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@sqoop Sun, 01 Nov 2026 19:06:31
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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@sqoop Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:15:12
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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@sqoop Sun, 01 Nov 2026 09:48:19
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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@sqoop Sun, 01 Nov 2026 08:48:03
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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@sqoop Sun, 01 Nov 2026 08:11:11
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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