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Veteran actor Alex Mukulu dies at 72
Uganda's entertainment and theatre fraternity is mourning the death of veteran actor and playwright Alex Mukulu, who died on Saturday afternoon at the age of 72. Mukulu's death has left fans, fellow entertainers and performers mourning a figure who spent decades contributing to Uganda's theatre and entertainment industry. The cause of his death had not The post Veteran actor Alex Mukulu dies at 72 first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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@sqoop Sun, 16 Aug 2026 04:14:08
Tributes continue for Alex Mukulu
The art fraternity is mourning veteran Ugandan playwright, actor and author Alex Mukulu, whose death has sent shockwaves through the creative industry. Tributes have started pouring in from fellow actors, writers, producers and other creatives, many remembering Mukulu as a gifted storyteller whose work helped shape Uganda's theatre landscape over several decades. For many in The post Tributes continue for Alex Mukulu first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 16 Aug 2026 03:02:33
King Saha silences critics with staggering turnout
Just a week after Ray G set social media ablaze with a massive turnout at Kololo Airstrip, King Saha arrived at the very same venue and, judging by the sheer size of the crowd, raised the bar even higher. The highly anticipated Tugende E Kololo concert on Friday night transformed the vast grounds into The post King Saha silences critics with staggering turnout first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:58:05
Jose Chameleone's son Abba Marcus arrested on domestic assault charge in Minnesota
Abba Marcus Mayanja, the eldest son of legendary Ugandan musician Jose Chameleone, was arrested and booked by Edina Police on August 14, 2026, on charges of domestic assault. Law enforcement officials confirmed Mayanja faces charges related to an alleged act intended to cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death. He remains in custody The post Jose Chameleone's son Abba Marcus arrested on domestic assault charge in Minnesota first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:16:32
Unusual married-life arrangement: Diamond and Zuchu living under separate roofs
The husband is in Mbezi Beach, Dar es Salaam. The wife is also in Mbezi Beach. The twist? They reportedly each have their own home. That detail has sparked conversations around Bongo Flava stars Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu, bringing their marriage back into the spotlight, this time not because of a song, romantic gesture or The post Unusual married-life arrangement: Diamond and Zuchu living under separate roofs first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:36
Wakiso Dance Kids bring youthful energy to Ray G's big night
Uganda's young dance talents Wakiso Dance Kids proved they are more than just an opening act when they took the stage ahead of Western Uganda singer Ray G. The young performers brought their energy, sharp choreography and youthful confidence to the stage, warming up the crowd before Ray G took over during his much anticipated The post Wakiso Dance Kids bring youthful energy to Ray G's big night first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:27:01
Spice Diana breaks silence on viral handshake with Sheebah
A simple handshake between Spice Diana and Sheebah Karungi has sent fans into a frenzy, but according to Spice, people may have read far too much into the moment. The two were recently spotted exchanging a handshake at some event, an interaction that quickly became a talking point online. Given the long-standing perception that the The post Spice Diana breaks silence on viral handshake with Sheebah first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:41:13
Chameleone gets Presidential reception in Tanzania
Ugandan music legend Jose Chameleone continues to prove that his influence stretches far beyond Uganda's borders. The singer was warmly received in Tanzania, where he attended the Kizimkazi Festival 2026 and had an opportunity to meet Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, adding another memorable chapter to his long and colourful East African music journey. Clearly The post Chameleone gets Presidential reception in Tanzania first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:14:38
Driver arrested over fatal Entebbe Road crash that killed two journalists
The driver who was allegedly involved in the fatal road crash at Nalulanda along Entebbe Road that claimed the lives of two journalists has been arrested. Kigozi John Baptist was arrested in a joint inter-agency operation following the crash that killed Sanyuka TV producer and trade marketing officer Badru Kasirye and digital content creator Isaac The post Driver arrested over fatal Entebbe Road crash that killed two journalists first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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