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@sqoop Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:34:57
Kenzo vs Bobi Wine: The 'Bleeding Uganda' debate heats up
Uganda's long-running music-meets-politics rivalry has flared up once again, with Eddy Kenzo turning his attention back to fellow artist-turned-politician Bobi Wine, this time over the powerful claim that Uganda is "bleeding." Kenzo, now serving as Presidential Advisor on the Arts Industry, questioned what he sees as a contradiction at the heart of Bobi Wine's message. The post Kenzo vs Bobi Wine: The 'Bleeding Uganda' debate heats up first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:22:20
Kid Fox feared Bebe Cool's offer was a trap
When "Busu" started putting Kid Fox's name on the Ugandan music map, the young musician received an opportunity many upcoming artists would have welcomed without hesitation. Veteran singer Bebe Cool approached him with an offer to take him under his wing and accelerate his career. But Kid Fox was not immediately convinced. At a time The post Kid Fox feared Bebe Cool's offer was a trap first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:03:02
Isaac Serukenya brings Worship Bliss to Kampala Serena
Isaac Serukenya brings Worship Bliss to Kampala SerenaKampala is set for an evening of worship, live music and celebration when singer and worship minister Isaac Serukenya takes the stage at Kampala Serena Hotel on October 10. The concert, dubbed Worship Bliss 2026, will give Serukenya's fans an opportunity to experience his music in a live The post Isaac Serukenya brings Worship Bliss to Kampala Serena first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:33:39
Stella Nante exits NTV, closes two year chapter on Mwasuze Mutya
Television host Stella Nante has announced her departure from NTV Uganda, bringing her two year stint on the popular morning show Mwasuze Mutya to an end. Nante announced her exit on Tuesday, September 1, describing the decision as the close of an important chapter in her career while hinting at new opportunities ahead. In a The post Stella Nante exits NTV, closes two year chapter on Mwasuze Mutya first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 21 hours ago
'A Man Like Sam' brings a powerful story of inclusion home
Upasuaji International premiered its award-winning documentary A Man Like Sam at Century Cinema Acacia over the weekend, bringing to Kampala the inspiring story of Samuel Mugabi, a Ugandan man with Down Syndrome whose journey is challenging societal perceptions about intellectual disabilities. The premiere was hosted by Upasuaji International Founder and executive director Lynsay Balumuka, who The post 'A Man Like Sam' brings a powerful story of inclusion home first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 21 hours ago
The Unforgivable film shines at the Uganda Film Festival
The Unforgivable, shone at the 2026 Uganda Film Festival (UFF) Awards, with two of its team members, Michael Wawuyo Jr. and Simon Agola, taking home individual honours. Wawuyo Jr. won Best Actor in a Feature Film, while Agola won Best Sound Design for his exceptional work on the production. The two wins cap a strong The post The Unforgivable film shines at the Uganda Film Festival first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 19 hours ago
UIFW 2026 challenges fashion industry to turn creativity into business
Uganda's fashion industry is being challenged to look beyond the runway and position itself as a stronger driver of business, employment and Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project for young people. The call was made as the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW) 2026 officially opened on August 31 at the Uganda The post UIFW 2026 challenges fashion industry to turn creativity into business first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 19 hours ago
GNL Zamba's 'Infinity' wins Best Local Short Film at Uganda Film Festival Awards
Ugandan rapper and filmmaker Ernest Nsimbi, popularly known as GNL Zamba, and his creative partner Miriam Tamar have added another milestone to their growing film journey after their musical film Infinity won Best Local Short Film at the 2026 Uganda Film Festival Awards. The win places Infinity among this year's standout local productions, beating a competitive field that included Mfuko The post GNL Zamba's 'Infinity' wins Best Local Short Film at Uganda Film Festival Awards first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 19 hours ago
Grace Nakimera's 'Power of Grace' to blend nostalgia, comeback and giving back
For years, Grace Nakimera's voice has lived in the memories of Ugandans who grew up singing along to her music. Now, after spending time away from the spotlight, the celebrated songbird is preparing to reclaim the stage. Nakimera will return to live performance on Friday, September 11, at Kampala Serena Hotel for The Power of The post Grace Nakimera's 'Power of Grace' to blend nostalgia, comeback and giving back first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 13 hours ago
Don Chris charged with 127 counts over alleged overseas jobs scam
Socialite and businessman Christian Asiimwe, alias Don Chris, has been remanded to Luzira Prison after denying 127 counts of obtaining money by false pretences in connection with an alleged overseas recruitment scam. Asiimwe appeared before City Hall Court Senior Principal Magistrate Grade One Nicholas Aisu on Tuesday, where he denied the charges. He was not The post Don Chris charged with 127 counts over alleged overseas jobs scam first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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'Music before was better' — Cindy makes her case
For years, the music industry has been fixated on what comes next. New sounds, emerging artists and evolving production styles have dominated conversations, but singer Cindy Sanyu believes audiences are slowly finding their way back to the past. According to Cindy, older music is enjoying renewed relevance as listeners rediscover the depth, writing and storytelling The post 'Music before was better' — Cindy makes her case first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:38:03
Robert Mutungi flies in The Ben for wife Olivia's lavish birthday surprise
Businessman Robert Mutungi, popularly known as a silent moneybag, has once again shown that when it comes to his wife, Olivia Ventures, he is willing to go all out, reportedly spending more than $150,000 on her exclusive birthday celebration. In a surprise that caught many guests off guard, Mutungi flew in Rwandan star The Ben The post Robert Mutungi flies in The Ben for wife Olivia's lavish birthday surprise first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 30 Aug 2026 06:04:18
The IT Grad hacking Kampala's night life
To understand Kampalas evolving nightlife, look no further than Aaron Elwanu, better known on the decks as Dread Lazer. At just 25, the Information Systems Technology graduand from Makerere University is living proof of what happens when raw technical focus meets an unapologetic desire to turn the crowd upside down. His stage name tell a The post The IT Grad hacking Kampala's night life first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:33:07
Kid Fox returns after 16 years in Japan
After spending 16 years away from Uganda, veteran musician Kid Fox is back home, hoping to reopen a chapter of his musical journey. The singer, who left Uganda for Japan at a time when his career was facing challenges, says his return has been driven largely by a renewed love for music. I missed music. The post Kid Fox returns after 16 years in Japan first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:47:20
Prynce Atiku showers wife Cindy Sanyu with praise in birthday message
Okuyo Prynce Joel Atiku has publicly celebrated his wife, singer and actress Cindy Sanyu, with a glowing birthday message, praising her as a woman of purpose, strength and remarkable grace. In a post shared on Facebook, Prynce described Cindy as an extraordinary wife and his love, reflecting on the many roles she has taken on. The post Prynce Atiku showers wife Cindy Sanyu with praise in birthday message first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:57:49
Grace Nakimera recalls pressure to cancel concert on same day as Goodlyf
For Grace Nakimera, staging a concert on the same day as Goodlyf was never simply about competing dates. It became a defining moment that tested her resolve. Years later, the singer has opened up about the pressure she faced before the concert, revealing that several influential figures tried to convince her to move the show. The post Grace Nakimera recalls pressure to cancel concert on same day as Goodlyf first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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