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Dying on stage: Uganda’s stand-up comedy at a glance
“I have seen comedians, very top notch comedians, ‘die’ on the stage of Comedy Store,” says Patrick ‘Salvado’ Idringi, arguably Uganda’s most accomplished stand-up comedian. “[Daniel] Omara does one of the best sets I ever heard in my life, but there were a handful of people laughing [at the Comedy Store],” he adds. ‘Dying’ on […]
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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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'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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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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@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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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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