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@sqoop Sat, 27 Apr 2024 13:16:38
Joe Walker walks out of NMG
“It’s been 23 years and 4 months of fun, thrilling challenges and I enjoyed them all. I walk on with a full heart and shall always, always, be grateful,” these were the words of Joseph Beyanga the Head of Radio at Nation Media Group as he announced his retirement. In an appreciation message to his employers via a post on X (formerly Twitter), Beyanga wrote: “Thank you NMG; […]
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Gaetano Kaggwa recalls temporarily staying out of school after family moved to Kenya
Media personality Gaetano Kaggwa has opened up about the disruption to his education when his family relocated from Uganda to Kenya, recalling a period when he was unable to attend school as his father tried to establish a new life. Kaggwa said the move brought unfamiliar surroundings and uncertainty, with his family having to start The post Gaetano Kaggwa recalls temporarily staying out of school after family moved to Kenya first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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A Pass seeks to clear 'Shilling' in Congolese producer dispute
Singer A Pass says he is battling an alleged copyright complaint seeking to have his song Shilling removed from YouTube, insisting that he did not use another producer's beat. The dispute reportedly involves a Congolese producer who claims the singer used his instrumental without permission. A Pass, however, says the accusation is unfounded and has The post A Pass seeks to clear 'Shilling' in Congolese producer dispute first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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DJ Spinny stunned by sold-out Shs70m package for Wizkid show
For some concertgoers, the experience begins with buying a ticket and arranging transport to the venue. But for a select group of wealthy fans attending Nigerian singer Wizkid's upcoming Nairobi show, the evening could start with a chauffeur picking them up from home and end with a ride back, at a reported cost of Shs70 The post DJ Spinny stunned by sold-out Shs70m package for Wizkid show first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:53:50
Joshua Baraka adds Visa partnership to growing music career
Ugandan singer Joshua Baraka has secured a brand partnership with global payments company Visa, becoming its first-ever Ugandan brand ambassador. The announcement, made on Thursday, November 5, 2026, comes as the singer prepares to release his upcoming EP, Recess 2, and stage his B'rakaland EA concert later this month. Under the partnership, Visa will also The post Joshua Baraka adds Visa partnership to growing music career first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:07:01
Why Spice Diana no longer chases collaborations
Singer Spice Diana says she has built a strong enough reputation in the music industry to attract collaboration offers, rather than having to approach fellow artistes to work with her. The Ugandan musician believes her standing in the industry, both locally and across East Africa, has made her a desirable partner for other performers. Speaking The post Why Spice Diana no longer chases collaborations first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:30:58
Lydia Jasmine opens up about grief, announces music comeback
Singer Lydia Jasmine has opened up about a difficult period marked by personal loss, revealing that she temporarily stepped away from work and releasing music as she dealt with grief. In a heartfelt social media post, the singer described October as a particularly difficult month, adding that the preceding months had also been emotionally challenging. The post Lydia Jasmine opens up about grief, announces music comeback first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:50:01
'Portugal will always be in me': Ronaldo ends international career
Cristiano Ronaldo has called time on his international football career, bringing an end to a remarkable 23-year journey with Portugal that saw him become the country's most celebrated footballer and the leading scorer in men's international football. The 41-year-old announced his retirement on Thursday, November 5, through an emotional social media message, captioned: "Portugal will The post 'Portugal will always be in me': Ronaldo ends international career first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:28:51
Kyabazinga, Inhebantu welcome third son
The Kyabazinga of Busoga, His Majesty William Gabula Nadiope IV, and his wife, Inhebantu Jovia Mutesi, have welcomed their third son, Prince Nadiope Ezra Josiah, in a royal birth announcement that comes with a special coincidence: the newborn shares his birthday with his father. The prince was born on November 1, 2026, the same date The post Kyabazinga, Inhebantu welcome third son first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:11:05
King Saha challenges Nigerian musicians to musical battle
Singer King Saha has challenged Nigerian musicians to a musical battle, insisting that Ugandan artistes are just as good as, if not better than, their counterparts from Africa's biggest music market. The outspoken singer says Ugandans have developed a habit of elevating Nigerian music above local talent, even when they may not be willing to The post King Saha challenges Nigerian musicians to musical battle first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:20:15
King Saha alleges Kapere was killed, pledges to complete comedian's house
Singer King Saha has alleged that comedian Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, was killed, casting doubt on the circumstances surrounding his death without providing evidence to support the claim. Speaking on Monday evening at the National Unity Platform (NUP) headquarters in Makerere-Kavule, where mourners had gathered to pay their last respects to the The post King Saha alleges Kapere was killed, pledges to complete comedian's house first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:48:21
Gloria Bugie defends conduct at Diamond Platnumz, The Ben press conference
Singer Gloria Bugie has hit back at Ugandans who criticised her conduct during Tanzanian star Diamond Platnumz's press conference in Kampala, dismissing claims that she embarrassed the country. Bugie attracted attention during the press conference held ahead of Diamond's performance at Comedy Store UG's 10th anniversary celebrations. The singer was among Ugandan entertainers who interacted The post Gloria Bugie defends conduct at Diamond Platnumz, The Ben press conference first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:54:25
Alien Skin asks Museveni to intervene in outstanding payment dispute
Musician Alien Skin has appealed to President Yoweri Museveni to help secure payment for work he says he completed under an agreement, bringing a financial dispute involving the Fangone Forest Entertainment boss to State House. In a letter dated November 3, 2026, addressed to Museveni at State House, the singer, whose real name is Patrick The post Alien Skin asks Museveni to intervene in outstanding payment dispute first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:25:30
Dear fans, must we question those who show up in death?
Whenever a public figure dies, an uncomfortable question often follows: Where were the people now turning up in large numbers when the deceased was still alive? The debate resurfaced following the death of legendary playwright Alex Mukulu, when questions were raised about his medical care, the support he received from fellow artistes and the state The post Dear fans, must we question those who show up in death? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:40:11
Nubian Li faces backlash over Shs5,000 offertory at Kapere's funeral
Musicians Mathias Walukagga, Aziz Azion and Nubian Li have come under social media criticism after videos showing their offertory during comedian Yokana Mbuuse's funeral service circulated online, with some Ugandans mistaking the offerings for contributions towards the burial. Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere, was being mourned at the National Unity Platform (NUP) headquarters in Kavule The post Nubian Li faces backlash over Shs5,000 offertory at Kapere's funeral 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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