Tirupati Group founder, Harshad Barot, celebrated by Bhambhatt Samaj Uganda community after Crested Cranes medal honours. Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | When Harshad Maganbhai Barot stepped forward to receive the Distinguished Order of the Crested Crane (Grand Officer) during NRA Day celebrations in January 2026, the moment went beyond personal achievement. It drew attention to the growing influence of Uganda’s Indian diaspora in the country’s economic development. The award was presented by Yoweri Kaguta Museveni during the 2026 NRM/A Victory Day celebrations. It recognizes foreign nationals who have made significant contributions to Uganda’s progress. Within the diaspora community, Barot’s recognition…
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Fangone Forest boss and singer Alien Skin left his fans perplexed after he openly denounced and trashed them, making it clear he no longer wanted them. It is not clear what led to Alien Skin’s outburst, but reports say that his fans, also known as Fangone Soldiers, had overstepped in his family matters, involving his children and their mothers. In different clips shared online, the singer, real name Patrick Mulwana, revealed that he hated how his fans tried to control him and his life and was putting a stop to it immediately. Alien Skin watered down the mentality that Fangone…
ISCC, Ministry of ICT and Media Centre to work together Inter-Schools Coding Competition Empowers the Next Generation Kampala, Uganda | DAVID MUWONGE | The Inter-Schools Coding Competition (ISCC) this year will be expanded to include up to 500 secondary schools – up from just 120 – across the country. Launched to provide young Ugandans with early exposure to advanced technological skills, the ISCC aligns closely with the nation’s digital transformation agenda, inspiring a new generation of innovators and problem solvers. “Last year, we were able to reach 4,000 students. This year, we are reaching 500,000 students across the country,” stated ISCC Project…
Speaker Among and her Deputy Thomas Tayebwa jointly laid a wreath Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Members of Parliament have paid tribute to former Member of Parliament for Kalangala District, the late Helen Nakimuli describing her as a humble but audible voice for her people. The special sitting that transcended party lines on Wednesday 22 April 2026 was chaired by Speaker Anita Among and attended by legislators past and present, political leaders, religious figures, diplomats, friends and family members. The Prime Minister, Robinah Nabbanja who moved the motion to honour Nakimuli described her as a hardworking and outspoken legislator who…
Jeff Baitwa, Threeways Shipping Founder, says Ugandans can now access opportunities on the continent. Kampala, Uganda | URN | The industry has put the completion level of the export pipeline at close to 90 percent today, while pre-commissioning and commissioning testing phase (including hydro testing) exercises are ongoing to determine the facility’s readiness, according to the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU). These tests ensure the pipeline, pump stations, tanks, and marine terminal are safe, leak-free, and ready to transport heated crude oil. In the upstream, especially in the Tilenga and Kingfisher project areas, pipelines are now being buried, ready for…
The expo organisers and partners Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | “Care Before Crisis” will be the theme of this year’s Baby & Kids Expo East Africa 2026, set for 16–17 May at the UMA Showgrounds in Lugogo, Kampala. Organised by Kiara Events and partners, the expo aims to bring together families, caregivers and industry players around a shared message: preparation is one of the most powerful forms of care. “We started this expo because we saw too many parents showing up in crisis, overwhelmed, underprepared, and carrying the weight of things they couldn’t have known to ask about,” said Joweria Nabuuma,…
Mpaka Records boss and singer Ykee Benda has opened up about the chronic stress and depression he suffered after a long custody battle with his ex-girlfriend and baby mama, Julie Batenga. Ykee Benda and Julie dated for several years, during which they had their first and only child, Tugume Dante. The singer claimed he believed in settling down with one woman, and because of this, he was compelled to visit Julie’s parents’ home in a traditional kukyala ceremony. However, they bitterly fell out and went their separate ways. Two years after their breakup, they found themselves entangled in a custody…
Participants put out a fire during the drills Kikuube, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | CNOOC Uganda Limited (CUL), in collaboration with its contractor CENERTECH and partner Infiniti Line International Limited, has conducted a well control emergency drill at the Kingfisher Oilfield, reaffirming a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and emergency preparedness. At the center of the drill is the well control emergency base facility, strategically located near the well pads to enable rapid response in the event of an emergency or other well control incident. “This initiative also contributes to national content development. Through structured training, mentorship, technology transfer and…
Swangz Avenue singer Winnie Nwagi has vowed to keep dressing as she pleases until she personally decides to stop. Winnie Nwagi is one of the female artists who has not only been identified by their talent but also by her body, which she is not afraid to flaunt in skimpy clothes. Despite the criticism, the self-proclaimed fire baby revealed that she was ready to go to prison if it meant dressing the way she wanted. Speaking to journalists, Nwagi, dressed in a short, revealing maroon outfit, expressed her free will, emphasizing that she only wore what made her most comfortable. She…
Singer Chosen Becky has been treated to a surprise baby shower by her lovely friends ahead of the birth of her bundle of joy. The baby shower was a cream-and-brown affair with a retro theme. The attendees showed up with the ’90s-inspired outfits to match the decoration as they danced to some of the oldies’ songs. Becky was transported to the venue by her husband, Ssekajja, smartly dressed for the day. The couple took time off to take pictures with their small circle, who were constantly hyping them. The baby shower comes a few days after her chilling confession during a…