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@sqoop Sat, 02 May 2026 05:36:51
Gilbey's hangouts revives Kampala's lost art of real connection in a scroll-obsessed age
Written by Tony Mushoborozi Before smartphones, social media feeds, and endless scrolling took over everyday life (and our attention spans), social connections felt simpler and more genuine. People gathered in kafundas, village compounds, trading centres, and neighbourhood hangouts not just to drink or for pastime, but to truly connect. After long days in the gardens, The post Gilbey's hangouts revives Kampala's lost art of real connection in a scroll-obsessed age first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80
Country music icon Dolly Parton, whose remarkable career spanned seven decades and made her one of the worlds most recognisable entertainers, has died at the age of 80. Parton died peacefully in Nashville on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, with her family confirming the news through a video shared by her nephew, Bryan Seaver. The announcement The post Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80 first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 16 hours ago
The landlord came to Kampala and Zonke Africa threw the housewarming
There is something happening in Kampala that deserves more attention. Quietly, without the noise of mainstream nightlife, the city has been falling in love with house music. Not the DJ, increase volume! kind. The grown-up kind. The kind where people close their eyes, raise one hand in the air, and somehow know exactly when the The post The landlord came to Kampala and Zonke Africa threw the housewarming first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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King Saha hits back after Viboyo questions his first family ties
King Saha has hit back at fellow musician Viboyo, dismissing his recent remarks and accusing him of struggling with mental health issues. In a strong response, Saha urged the public not to take Viboyo's statements seriously, while saying he would instead try to help him.a "There's a guy called Viboyo; he is mentally disturbed, please. The post King Saha hits back after Viboyo questions his first family ties first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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American singer Tyrese Gibson in Uganda to promote coffee, tourism
American actor and RB singer Tyrese Gibson is in Uganda, where he is exploring the country's coffee industry as part of efforts to promote coffee tourism to international audiences. The Fast Furious and Transformers star is getting a closer look at Uganda's coffee journey, from the farms where the beans are grown to the The post American singer Tyrese Gibson in Uganda to promote coffee, tourism first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Miss Tourism Uganda unveils 35 contestants
The race for Uganda's tourism crown has officially begun, with 35 young women and nine men unveiled as contestants for the 2026 Miss Tourism Uganda and Man of Tourism competitions. The contestants were introduced to the public over the weekend at Kampala Serena Hotel in a colourful ceremony that turned the pageant into a celebration The post Miss Tourism Uganda unveils 35 contestants first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Bad Black taught me that wealth can attract the wrong friends, Says Spice Diana
According to singer Spice Diana, Bad Black's dramatic journey from lavish wealth to financial struggles carries a lesson that goes far beyond celebrity gossip. The singer says the socialite's experience shows how quickly relationships can change when money disappears, particularly when some of the people who once benefited from your success are no longer around The post Bad Black taught me that wealth can attract the wrong friends, Says Spice Diana first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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Angel Liz Murungi crowned Miss Uganda West 2026
The Miss Uganda 2026 regional tour has crowned its latest queen, with Angel Liz Murungi emerging winner of the Western Region leg after a weekend that blended beauty, entertainment and community support. The Western Region finale, held at Motiv in Bugolobi, brought together contestants, fans, content creators and entertainment personalities as the young women competed for The post Angel Liz Murungi crowned Miss Uganda West 2026 first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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John Segawa blames Chameleone for son Abba Marcus' troubles
Actor and filmmaker John Segawa has sparked debate over the recent troubles involving Jose Chameleone's son, Abba Marcus Mayanja, arguing that the singer should take responsibility for the foundation laid during his son's formative years. Speaking in a recent YouTube interview, Segawa questioned why blame should be placed on the United States, where Abba has The post John Segawa blames Chameleone for son Abba Marcus' troubles first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:34:49
Battling me would be unfair – Da Agent
Ugandan rapper Da Agent has thrown a verbal grenade into the country's music scene, boldly declaring that a musical battle involving him and any other artist would be nothing short of unfair. Appearing on KFM's K-Drive, Da Agent was asked about the possibility of facing off with another artist in a battle. But rather than The post Battling me would be unfair – Da Agent first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:06:19
Dokta Brain reveals the Ugandan artiste he still dreams of writing for
Songwriter Dokta Brain has named veteran singer Bebe Cool as one of the major artistes he still hopes to work with, describing the Gagamel boss as a performer whose interpretation of music he greatly admires. Despite having built an impressive songwriting catalogue and worked with several established artistes, Dokta Brain says a proper collaboration with The post Dokta Brain reveals the Ugandan artiste he still dreams of writing for first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:34:41
Lady Titie reveals how she made Shs1m a day from 'Ebbaluwa' letters
Veteran singer and radio personality Tendo Tabel, popularly known as Lady Titie, has revealed how her popular Ebbaluwa segment on Beat FM became a secret source of income after traditional healers began paying her to prioritise their fabricated letters on air. For years, Ebbaluwa was one of the station's popular programmes, with Lady Titie reading The post Lady Titie reveals how she made Shs1m a day from 'Ebbaluwa' letters first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:42:09
Last Gal set to turn up Guvnor with first solo show
Ugandan DJ and entertainer Last Gal is stepping into a new chapter of her career with her first ever solo headline show, set for October 2, 2026, at Guvnor Street in Kampala. Dubbed "The Last Gal," the event will combine a DJ showcase and rave experience, putting the spotlight firmly on the DJ who has The post Last Gal set to turn up Guvnor with first solo show first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:15:24
A Pass sets his sights on Kololo: 'We shall fill it'
Dancehall singer A Pass is not thinking small. After successfully taking his music to the stage at Serena Hotel in 2025, the singer has now set his sights on one of Uganda's biggest outdoor concert venues, Kololo Airstrip, where he plans to stage his next major show in 2027. Dubbed A Pass Live: Kololo Airstrip The post A Pass sets his sights on Kololo: 'We shall fill it' first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:39:33
Rwenzori Marathon weekend turns into global festival
The World Athletics Label Road Race, Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon, transformed the Rwenzori subregion into a weekend-long festival, drawing thousands of local and international runners, tourists and party enthusiasts for a packed programme of sport, culture and nightlife. More than 6,000 people from at least 32 countries took part in this year's marathon, with runners The post Rwenzori Marathon weekend turns into global festival first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 23 Aug 2026 06:36:11
From finish line to party time: Kasese turns up the Lite
When the last runner crossed the finish line at the fifth Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon, Kasese was only getting started. After a day of endurance, determination and personal triumph, the town traded running shoes for dancing shoes as the Tusker Lite Neon Rave transformed Kasese into one giant celebration. With more than 8,000 runners The post From finish line to party time: Kasese turns up the Lite first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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