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@sqoop Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:02:56
Swengere says Parliament won't kill his comedy career
Fresh from his parliamentary victory, comedian turned politician Swengere has moved quickly to reassure fans that his trademark humour is not headed for early retirement. Swengere, whose real name is Husein Muyonjo, was elected Member of Parliament for Jinja North constituency on the National Unity Platform ticket in last week's elections, capping a career that The post Swengere says Parliament won't kill his comedy career 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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@sqoop Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:56:33
Life can be unfair – President Museveni mourns King Oyo
President Yoweri Museveni has directed that the late Omukama of Tooro, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, be accorded an official burial following his death at the age of 34. READ: King Oyo dies at 34 after 31 years on Tooro throne In a condolence message, Museveni described the death of the Tooro monarch The post Life can be unfair – President Museveni mourns King Oyo first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:46:24
Driver remanded over crash that killed two journalists
The driver accused of causing the fatal road crash that claimed the lives of two journalists along Entebbe Road has been remanded to prison until August 31, 2026. READ: Sanyuka TV producer dies, Brian Macona hospitalised after road crash ASLO READ: Next Media's Isaac Ndamagye laid to rest John Baptist Kigozi appeared before the Chief The post Driver remanded over crash that killed two journalists first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:24:26
6% off your gig? What Uganda's new Tax law means for entertainers
There is a new player quietly joining Uganda's entertainment business, and this one does not need a microphone, stage lights or a backstage pass. It is the taxman. President Yoweri Museveni assented to the Income Tax (Amendment) Act, 2026, introducing a six per cent withholding tax on payments to public entertainers. The law was assented The post 6% off your gig? What Uganda's new Tax law means for entertainers first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:54:03
Kigali meets Kampala as Club Pilsener brings East African sounds to MoTIV
Kampala is set for a cross border musical experience this Saturday as Rwanda's contemporary sounds meet Uganda's Afro urban scene at Afro Urban: Kigali Meets Kampala. The event, backed by Club Pilsener, will take place at MoTIV Bugolobi's VibeHouse from 5pm, bringing together musicians, DJs and creatives from both countries for a night centred on The post Kigali meets Kampala as Club Pilsener brings East African sounds to MoTIV first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:10:33
King Oyo dies at 34 after 31 years on Tooro throne
The Tooro Kingdom is in mourning following the death of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who passed away on Thursday evening at the age of 34. The King died at about 10pm, according to an announcement by Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki, who described his death as an immeasurable loss The post King Oyo dies at 34 after 31 years on Tooro throne first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:27:53
Sheebah defends Crysto Panda, tells him to leave Gloria Bugie to God
Singer Sheebah Karungi has stepped into the public fallout between Crysto Panda and Gloria Bugie, asking the embattled musician to walk away from the confrontation despite the hurt and anger surrounding their exchange. Sheebah's intervention followed remarks by Gloria Bugie that brought Crysto Panda's personal losses into their ongoing disagreement, including the deaths of his The post Sheebah defends Crysto Panda, tells him to leave Gloria Bugie to God first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:06:13
Socialite Don Chris arrested over alleged fake jobs scheme
Police have arrested Christian Asiimwe, popularly known as Don Chris, a former director of the now defunct labour recruitment company Sky Pins, over allegations of defrauding Ugandans seeking jobs abroad. Asiimwe was picked up at about 2am on Thursday from a bar in Zana, Makindye-Ssabagabo Municipality in Wakiso District, according to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson The post Socialite Don Chris arrested over alleged fake jobs scheme first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:19:40
Tooro Kingdom confirms King Oyo is in critical condition
Tooro Kingdom has confirmed that His Majesty King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru is in critical condition, dismissing growing speculation and unverified reports that the monarch had died in the United States. In an official communication issued to the Abatooro and the general public, Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki appealed for calm and The post Tooro Kingdom confirms King Oyo is in critical condition first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:59:59
'Make Uganda your second home,' Gen Muhoozi tells Tyrese Gibson
Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has welcomed American superstar Tyrese Gibson to Uganda, encouraging him to consider the country a second home and help attract more African Americans to visit. Gen Muhoozi shared the message after meeting Gibson, who is in Uganda for engagements touching on the country's creative arts and tourism sectors. The post 'Make Uganda your second home,' Gen Muhoozi tells Tyrese Gibson first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:40:02
Zuena says meeting Museveni left her reflecting on Uganda's future
An afternoon at State House left Zuena Kirema reflecting on leadership, Uganda's transformation and the kind of legacy leaders should leave behind. Zuena shared her thoughts after meeting President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Tuesday, describing the encounter as more than a formal engagement. In a social media post, she said her interactions with the President The post Zuena says meeting Museveni left her reflecting on Uganda's future first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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