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@sqoop Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:05:37
Creative industry gets a bigger seat at the table as govt pumps billions into Uganda's arts sector
Uganda's creative industry could be heading into one of its most transformative seasons yet after the government unveiled fresh interventions aimed at protecting artists, funding creative businesses, and creating a permanent home for talent development in the new national budget. In a move likely to excite musicians, filmmakers, comedians, dancers, and other creatives, the government The post Creative industry gets a bigger seat at the table as govt pumps billions into Uganda's arts sector first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:59:06
Kampala residents can now send surprise smiles to friends
Sometimes a bad day needs little more than an unexpected message from a friend. Mirinda Uganda is betting that a soft drink, a personal note and a surprise gift could provide exactly that. The beverage brand has teamed up with delivery platform Glovo for a new experience dubbed "Mirinda Send a Smile", through which it The post Kampala residents can now send surprise smiles to friends first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 11 hours ago
The master of abstract and authenticity
Some artists entertain us. Some educate us. Some challenge us to think differently. And then there are those rare artists who become part of the history of their art form. Alex Mukulu was one of those rare artists. Uganda has lost a giant — a legendary artiste, writer, director, actor, broadcaster, mentor and cultural thinker The post The master of abstract and authenticity first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 10 hours ago
Ragga Dee says politicians should keep politics out of his funeral
Veteran Ugandan singer Ragga Dee has already made his wishes clear about how he wants to be remembered when his time comes, and they include keeping politicians and political speeches away from his funeral. Ragga Dee made the remarks while reflecting on the recent funeral of veteran playwright, actor, instrumentalist and author Alex Mukulu, whose The post Ragga Dee says politicians should keep politics out of his funeral first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 10 hours ago
Angelique Kidjo becomes first African to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Angelique Kidjo has added another landmark achievement to her illustrious career after becoming the first African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The five-time Grammy winner was honoured on Tuesday, August 18, during a ceremony in Los Angeles, where her star was unveiled along Hollywood Boulevard. The recognition celebrates more The post Angelique Kidjo becomes first African to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 9 hours ago
Stecia Mayanja says she has moved on from her past relationship
Singer Stecia Mayanja has made it clear that she has no plans of revisiting a past relationship, saying she has moved on and is focused on raising her children and building her current marriage. Speaking about her past with singer Ronald Kitaka, Stecia said she believes people should accept when a relationship has ended rather The post Stecia Mayanja says she has moved on from her past relationship first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop 9 hours ago
Why Zuena abandoned her short-lived music career
For a brief period, Zuena Kirema appeared to be testing the waters of Uganda's music industry. She released a few songs, attracted attention and even earned praise for her voice, but the businesswoman eventually disappeared from the scene. Now, she has revealed that she never intended to make music a serious career in the first The post Why Zuena abandoned her short-lived music career first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:39:12
Mitchelle Daka begins historic journey to Miss Universe
Uganda's first Miss Universe Uganda, Mitchelle Daka, has begun a new chapter in her journey to the global stage after visiting Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) headquarters in Luzira alongside fellow pageant queens. Daka, who was crowned on August 1, was joined by first runner-up Kimberly Jael Aremo and Top Supermodel Teopista Aromach for a visit The post Mitchelle Daka begins historic journey to Miss Universe first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:46:32
Kenneth Mugabi to celebrate 10 years of music at Ndere
What started as an ordinary rehearsal morning turned into an unexpected celebration for singer-songwriter Kenneth Mugabi when Roy Tumwizere walked into his live session at Marish Studio in Bukoto with a surprise announcement. Tumwizere revealed that VA Sherry would sponsor Mugabi's 10th anniversary concert, set for September 12 at Ndere Cultural Centre. The concert will The post Kenneth Mugabi to celebrate 10 years of music at Ndere first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:55:47
Abba Marcus released from custody on conditional terms
Abba Marcus Mayanja, the 20-year-old son of Ugandan musician Jose Chameleone, has been released from custody in Minnesota after spending three days in jail following a misdemeanor domestic assault arrest. According to the Hennepin County Sheriffs Office, Abba Marcus was released at 12:31 p.m. local time on August 17, 2026, under what court documents describe The post Abba Marcus released from custody on conditional terms first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:30:04
Abba Marcus' girlfriend admits she was wrong about DNA test
Angel, the girlfriend of Jose Chameleone's son Abba Marcus Mayanja, has broken her silence amid the relationship drama surrounding the couple, insisting that she still loves him despite their recent troubles. In an emotional message, Angel said she continues to miss Abba Marcus and remains committed to him even while he is in custody. "I The post Abba Marcus' girlfriend admits she was wrong about DNA test first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:56:10
I chose Jesus over a potential record deal with Diddy's label – Ruyonga
Ugandan rapper Edwin Ruyonga has shared details of an international music opportunity that never materialised, saying his Christian convictions became a stumbling block in discussions linked to Bad Boy Records, the American label founded by Sean "Diddy" Combs. According to the rapper, conversations with individuals connected to the label had advanced beyond casual interest, with The post I chose Jesus over a potential record deal with Diddy's label – Ruyonga first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:16:41
Creator Academy wants to fix what happens after the studio
Uganda has never really struggled to produce talent. The harder question has always been what happens to that talent once the song leaves the studio. For years, the country has produced singers, songwriters and producers capable of making records that travel far beyond Uganda. But while the music itself is increasingly finding audiences abroad, the The post Creator Academy wants to fix what happens after the studio first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:45:04
Naava Grey leads celebrations as Hawa Wanyeche wins Uganda Ladies Open
After three days of tense competition, long walks across the fairways and the pressure of chasing the coveted 76th Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open title, Saturday night belonged to music, fashion and celebration. And Naava Grey made sure of that. The singer's soulful performance at the SheWalks-themed 19th Hole experience provided one of the standout The post Naava Grey leads celebrations as Hawa Wanyeche wins Uganda Ladies Open first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:34:43
King Saha's big stage couldn't take Ray G's Kololo crown – Abitex
The debate over who delivered the bigger concert at Kololo Independence Grounds has taken another turn, with events promoter Abbey Musinguzi, popularly known as Abtex, insisting that Ray G still holds the upper hand over King Saha. Abitex, who was behind Ray G's concert at the same venue, says the comparison should not be based The post King Saha's big stage couldn't take Ray G's Kololo crown – Abitex first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:14:47
Mayiga finds his own leadership philosophy in Zari's success story
Buganda Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has found an unlikely reflection of his own leadership philosophy in Zari Hassan's views on fame, business and building a lasting legacy. Mayiga shared his thoughts after reading a recent Weekend Monitor profile on Zari, which examined her evolution from a socialite and reality television star into an entrepreneur and The post Mayiga finds his own leadership philosophy in Zari's success story first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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