Ugandan singer Joshua Baraka has expressed his disappointment with fellow artists who made a point of questioning his music and influence in numerous interviews. Joshua Baraka has been widely recognized as a top star in Uganda, with his music reaching international markets. He recently made history as the first Ugandan artist to perform at the Afro-Nation Portugal Edition, and surpassed Tanzanian singer Diamond Platnumz to become the most-streamed East African artist on Spotify. While his fans hailed him for representing their country, a section of artists has questioned his influence. With the lineup gradually going up, Joshua Baraka was forced to come…
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Swangz Avenue singer Winnie Nwagi has once again had an altercation with one of her fans on her way to the stage. Winnie Nwagi was performing at one of her night bar gigs, and just a few minutes into her performance, as she was making her grand entrance on stage, a rowdy fan forcefully tried to kiss her. Known for being vigilant and protective of her body, the self-proclaimed fire baby reacted swiftly, hitting the fan for being disrespectful. The bodyguards who were moving with her immediately yanked the man off her and allegedly pulled open her top, exposing her…
Left to Right : Captain Denis Oola, Dr Kizza Besigye and Obeid Lutale. FILE PHOTO Kampala, Uganda | URN | Jailed opposition politician Retired Col Dr Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Obeid Lutale have opposed an application by the State seeking to conceal the identities of prosecution witnesses and limit disclosure of evidence in an ongoing treason case. The matter is before the High Court Criminal Division in Kampala, presided over by Justice Emmanuel Baguma. Besigye, Lutale, and UPDF Captain Denis Oola are accused of plotting to overthrow the government through meetings allegedly held in cities including Geneva and Nairobi. The prosecution,…
Mosquito macro photography Kampala, Uganda | URN | For over a decade, Uganda was hailed as a success story in the fight against malaria. Between 2009 and 2019, parasite prevalence in children under five fell from 45% to just 9%. But recent data signals a worrying reversal. The 2024 Malaria Indicator Survey shows prevalence has climbed back to 12.5%, with some regions reporting even higher spikes. The resurgence, driven in part by the 2021–2023 epidemic, added more than 3.3 million cases, demonstrating how fragile progress can be without total elimination. “This is a stark reminder that malaria remains Uganda’s leading…
Singer Tracy Melon, real name is Tracy Mirembe, cut short her Mbarara performance after a fan touched her inappropriately midway through her performance. Over the weekend, Tracy Melon was booked to perform in one of the hangout spots in Mbarara, Western Uganda. The singer put up an exhilarating performance, with attendees chanting and singing along to her ballads. Midway through her serenading session, however, one of the fans spanked her hindquarters, something that didn’t sit well with the singer. Disappointed by the gesture, Tracy attacked, intending to hit her offender with the microphone, before cutting short her performance. The visibly…
FILE: President Yoweri Museveni visits Katuramu to assess the Parish Development Model Kampala, Uganda | URN | The government has so far disbursed 3.63 trillion shillings under the Parish Development Model (PDM) in a push to drive financial inclusion and lift millions of Ugandans out of subsistence livelihoods. The PDM is the government’s flagship poverty alleviation strategy. It targets households still trapped in subsistence production by channeling funds through parish-level SACCOs. However, Members of Parliament have raised fresh concerns over transparency, equity, and long-term sustainability of the programme. State Minister for Finance, Henry Musasizi, says over 3.6 million previously unbanked…
On the evening of Saturday, 27th March, whisky connoisseurs and distinguished guests gathered for an intimate and refined showcase hosted by The Macallan, a brand globally revered for its uncompromising dedication to craftsmanship and excellence at Mediterraneo Restaurant. The exclusive dinner was graced by the presence of brand advocates, Trade Partners, whisky lovers, and representatives, Gareth and Senton, who flew in specifically to unveil and celebrate the limited-edition Harmony Collection expressions, The Macallan Harmony Collection Vibrant Oak and The Macallan Harmony Collection Amber Meadow. Their presence added a rare depth to the evening, offering guests firsthand insight into the inspiration,…
Hoima Stadium Hoima, Uganda | URN | The state minister of state for sports, Peter Ogwang, has said the government is ready to fix all anomalies discovered by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) at Hoima city stadium and other stadiums across the country ahead of the 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Hoima City stadium was found unfit to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations(AFCON) matches, according to a report released by the Confederation of African football (CAF). The Confederation of African Football (CAF) in February this year sent an inspection team to assess the readiness of…
Dancehall musician Ziza Bafana has responded to critics who thought he was the legitimate owner of the mega mansion he recently displayed. Bafana was the topic of discussion earlier this week after he showed off a mega house, revealing it was one of his investments. This came shortly after he unveiled a Maybach, telling the fans he had bought it with money he earned from music. Seated on a large tract of land, the mansion is in Bwebajja. In the clips shared on social media, the dancehall star is seen giving the cameraman a tour around the front part. This…
JERUSALEM | Xinhua | A new study found that road traffic noise affects wildlife across vast non-urban areas, reaching much farther from roads than previously thought, according to a statement from Israel’s Ben Gurion University. The study found that noise pollution penetrates deep into natural areas, including protected zones, and that dense vegetation can sometimes carry noise farther than open spaces, depending on traffic. Road noise is a widespread pollutant that disrupts animals in many ways, from communication to breeding. While its effects have long been studied, measuring how far the noise spreads and the scale of its impact has…