Charles Mwesigwa, also known as Abbey, is a Ugandan man accused of running a prostitution and sex trafficking ring in Dubai. According to a BBC Africa Eye investigation titled Death in Dubai: #DubaiPortaPotty, Mwesigwa lures women from Uganda to Dubai with false promises of jobs in hospitality or supermarkets. Once there, the women are allegedly trapped in debt bondage for costs such as visas, accommodation, and travel, and are forced into sex work to repay the debts. He is accused of supplying women to clients for “high-end parties,” including the notorious so-called “porta-potty parties,” where wealthy men pay for degrading…
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The Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) says its teachers strike will go on until the government positively responds to their demands. UNATU’s National Chair, Zadock Tumuhimbise, warned that if authorities continue to ignore their calls, the strike will escalate. In an interview at White Horse Inn in Kabale, Tumuhimbise emphasized that this is about more than teachers’ pay—it’s also about protecting the future of Uganda’s students. He said the union’s current action is unlike anything before and will continue in all regions until there’s a concrete show of commitment from the government. One of the union’s main demands is for…
Singer John Blaq, real name Kasadha John, has opened up about his lowest moments ever since he became famous. During his sit-down interview with Mr. Henrie, John Blaq looked back at the worst moments in his career when a private video went viral on social media, and everyone speculated that it was him. The video released years back showed a guy with a striking resemblance to John Blaq. He was also donning black shades, one of the singer’s signature looks, making it hard for the public not to think otherwise. John Blaq revealed that he was chilling at his home when his…
Entebbe International Airport experienced a major rise in passenger traffic in August 2025, setting a new record. A total of 243,089 international passengers passed through that month — made up of 116,507 arrivals and 126,582 departures — which averages to about 7,841 people per day. These figures beat the previous high from July 2025, according to Vianney Luggya, Public Affairs Manager at the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA). Several factors contributed to this growth. Sports tourism and conferences played a big role in bringing more travelers to Uganda. On the cargo front, the airport handled 5,257 metric tonnes in August:…
Ugandan rapper Fik Fameica, real name Walukagga Shafik, has revealed that his concerts are not motivated by money, but rather by brand investment. Recently, Mun G had his concert at the Serena Hotel, and speaking to journalists after the show, the rapper admitted to having had a successful concert in terms of numbers. Financially, however, the returns didn’t meet his expectations. Addressing the narrative, Fik Fameica begged to differ, noting that profitability was not the primary reason behind his shows. According to Fik Fameica, he used his shows to promote his brand. He, therefore, didn’t mind how much he earned…
Passengers disembark from a Uganda Airlines plane at Entebbe International Aiport. COURTESY PHOTO Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Uganda Airlines, often criticised for its heavy financial losses, still holds significant investment potential if strategic reforms are implemented, a new House report has revealed. The Public Accounts Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (PAC-COSASE) on the airline, has pointed out that despite incurring a net loss of Shs237.9 billion in the 2023-2024 financial year, revenues increased by more than 50 percent compared to the previous year. Passenger revenue rose by 58 percent, cargo by 55 percent, and excess baggage…
Ugandan singer Brian Weiyz, real name Brian Kagenda, has joined forces with Aroma, dropping the official video of “She Say Rmx”. Over a year back, Brian Waiyz employed Mesh Pan, releasing the original version of the song, which music lovers well received. Recently, Brian Weiyz gave the song a whole new vibe with Aroma, adding an extra layer of vibe to the soulful and melodious track. Directed by Sydney Wala, the video, captured in a black and white theme, features an intimate and playful connection between the two artists. Weiyz pours out his feelings in song, while Aroma responds with…
Leone Island boss Jose Chameleone has urged his detractors to learn good manners or else they will be taught how to behave. For the past few days, there has been an online exchange between Jose Chameleone and Fangone Forest proprietor Alien Skin. In the verbal exchange, Chameleone trashed Alien’s Kapati song, and in response, the latter questioned the former’s legacy in the Ugandan music industry. In a turn of events, one of Alien Skin’s men, Punisher ProMax, was attacked by a yet-to-be-known group of men, who assaulted him, leaving him nursing injuries. Based on recent videos cited by this website,…
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU), working closely with the Entebbe Police, Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) security, and a local community leader, has intercepted a major fraud operation in Entebbe Municipality, seizing USD 2 million in counterfeit currency and arresting three suspects. The breakthrough follows months of intelligence monitoring. In May 2024 and later in October 2024, SH-ACU received tip-offs regarding a suspicious consignment being held at Entebbe International Airport. Working with partner security agencies, the Unit placed the consignment under surveillance. On 17th December 2024, the consignment was smuggled out of the airport. Acting swiftly, SH-ACU investigators traced…
Singer Rema Namakula has opened up on rumours suggesting that she called it quits with her husband, Dr. Hamzah Ssebunya. For the past few days, rumours have been circulating, claiming that Rema had fallen out with Dr. Hamzah over infidelity. Rumours further claimed that the singer had packed her belongings and traced the marriage exit. However, in a recent video, the singer shared that she deemed the rumours as baseless and untrue. As they grooved to Ray G’s song, happily cruising to an unknown destination, Dr. Hamzah Ssebbunya cheekily tasked Rema to address the breakup rumours. In her response, Rema…