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Has weed reached full acceptance in Uganda?
For decades, weed occupied a very specific place in the public imagination in Uganda. It was associated with the fringes of society: ghetto youth, reggae musicians, artists, hustlers, and the occasional rebellious university student. To be known as a cannabis user was to invite assumptions about laziness, irresponsibility, or criminality. Respectable Ugandans did not openly The post Has weed reached full acceptance in Uganda? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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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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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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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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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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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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@sqoop Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:33:30
Vinka turns maiden concert into three-act celebration of her musical journey
For an artiste who had spent years building a catalogue, perfecting her stagecraft and waiting for the moment to headline her own major concert, Vinka's maiden show was never going to be just another night of music. At Vinka Live and Loud, held at Cricket Oval, the singer turned the stage into a carefully choreographed The post Vinka turns maiden concert into three-act celebration of her musical journey first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 23 Aug 2026 04:45:08
Janzi Band faces major line-up changes as several long-serving members exit
Janzi Band is facing a major change in its line-up after several long-serving members announced their departure from the group, bringing an end to years of collaboration with the ensemble. Among those who have publicly confirmed their exit are Kiwanuka Hakim, popularly known as Jajja Bam, and Chikuru Bonah, who separately announced that they were The post Janzi Band faces major line-up changes as several long-serving members exit first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:33:45
Dokta Brain dreams of writing for Bebe Cool
For songwriter Dokta Brain, there are still a few boxes left unticked on his musical bucket list. And sitting high on that list is one name: veteran singer Bebe Cool. The hit songwriter, who has already written for several prominent artistes, has revealed that one of his biggest dreams is to one day write a The post Dokta Brain dreams of writing for Bebe Cool first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:16:22
Spice Diana hints at another major concert, teases Kololo show
Spice Diana may not be done with the big stages just yet. The singer has hinted at plans for another major concert, suggesting that her next headline show could take place at one of Kampalas biggest venues as she weighs options for a return to the spotlight before the end of 2026. The speculation gained The post Spice Diana hints at another major concert, teases Kololo show first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:30:28
Spice Diana explains why she missed Ray G's Kololo Concert
Spice Diana has explained why she was absent from Ray G's recent concert at Kololo Independence Grounds, despite the two artistes sharing a musical history through their hit collaboration Omusheshe. Ray G held his concert at Kololo on August 7, attracting fans and several Ugandan artistes to the venue. However, Spice Diana's absence was noticed The post Spice Diana explains why she missed Ray G's Kololo Concert first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 21 Aug 2026 04:41:31
Parliament celebrates Ghetto Kids for flying Uganda's flag at World Cup
Ugandas Ghetto Kids have received recognition in Parliament following their appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oboth-Oboth praising the young dancers for putting Uganda in the global spotlight. Although Uganda did not qualify for the tournament, the Ghetto Kids became an unexpected source of national representation after performing at The post Parliament celebrates Ghetto Kids for flying Uganda's flag at World Cup first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:59:26
Bold Fashion Week to put African creativity on the runway in Kampala
Kampala is preparing for a fashionable takeover as designers from Uganda and across Africa converge for the inaugural Bold Fashion Week, a two-day celebration aimed at putting African creativity, business and self-expression firmly in the spotlight. The event, organised by Bold in Africa in partnership with Malembe Lifestyle and supported by Johnnie Walker, is set The post Bold Fashion Week to put African creativity on the runway in Kampala first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 21 Aug 2026 04:16:04
Bebe Cool and Eddy Kenzo share emotional embrace at Alex Mukulu's send-off
Sometimes, it takes a moment of loss to remind people that even the biggest disagreements are smaller than life itself. That feeling was palpable at the send-off of theatre legend Alex Mukulu in Wakiso, where an emotional embrace between musicians Bebe Cool and Eddy Kenzo became one of the days most striking moments. To anyone The post Bebe Cool and Eddy Kenzo share emotional embrace at Alex Mukulu's send-off first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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