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@sqoop Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:59:00
Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire
Elon Musk has reached a milestone once thought to belong only in science fiction. With SpaceX making its long-awaited stock market debut, the entrepreneurs net worth has crossed the $1 trillion mark, making him the first person in history to attain trillionaire status. The historic moment came as SpaceX began trading on the Nasdaq under The post Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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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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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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@sqoop Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:46:42
CEO Run set to become annual event
The Presidential CEO 5km Run could soon become an annual event, with the Ministry of Education and Sports planning to partner with the Presidential CEO Forum to expand the initiative and support more charitable causes. Minister of State for Education and Sports Peter Ogwang said the ministry is ready to work with the forum and The post CEO Run set to become annual event first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:46:14
Government joins plans for Alex Mukulu's official send-off
The family of veteran Ugandan actor and playwright Alex Mukulu has revealed that the theatre icon died from liver complications as preparations for his final send-off get underway. Mukulu, 72, died on August 15, 2026, while receiving treatment at Kiruddu Hospital, leaving Uganda's arts and entertainment fraternity mourning one of its most influential figures. As The post Government joins plans for Alex Mukulu's official send-off first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:11:33
Vinka explains why her maiden concert took longer than expected
Why Vinka was in no rush to hold a concert For years, Ugandan music fans had one question for Vinka: When are you finally going to have your own concert? Despite being one of Swangz Avenue's longest-serving artistes and building a catalogue of popular songs, the singer kept her maiden solo show out of reach The post Vinka explains why her maiden concert took longer than expected first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:35:24
Moustey DJ earns top recognition
Ugandan events deejay Moustey DJ has added another major recognition to his career after being named among the Top Ten Wedding DJs in the 2026 Wedding Culture Awards. Born Semugenze Mustafa Kasule, Moustey was recognised by Wedding Culture, a platform covering African and Arab weddings, for his contribution to wedding entertainment and his work in The post Moustey DJ earns top recognition first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:28:54
Zari's evolution from socialite to empire builder
For years, Zari Hassan has been one of Africa's most recognisable women. She has been a socialite, reality television star, mother, entrepreneur, fashion figure, influencer and brand ambassador. But behind the glamour, the photographs and the millions of social media followers is a woman increasingly preoccupied with a bigger question: What happens after fame? Zari The post Zari's evolution from socialite to empire builder first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:51:09
Moses Matovu's legacy outweighs Chameleone's fame – Ruyonga
In Uganda's music debate, popularity and greatness do not always sit at the same table. That distinction is at the heart of rapper Ruyonga's provocative argument that Afrigo Band's Moses Matovu should be regarded as a bigger musical figure than Leone Island boss Jose Chameleone. Ruyonga is not necessarily denying Chameleone's superstar status. Rather, he The post Moses Matovu's legacy outweighs Chameleone's fame – Ruyonga first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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