Author: Entebbe News

Singer Weasel Manizo’s eldest son, Malcom Mayanja, has addressed the relationship with his father and his partner Sandra Teta, denying allegations that they were at loggerheads. A few weeks back, social media was awash with recordings believed to be of private conversations of a heated argument between Weasel and Malcolm. Days later, Malcom issued a public statement on his social media accounts, apologizing to his father and the entire family for the disgrace he had brought to them. During an interview with BBS TV, Malcolm further apologized to his father, acknowledging his mistakes. Despite not detailing their fallout, he revealed that…

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Dancehall singer King Michael has publicly apologised to Omulangira Suuna for unintentionally failing to recognise him at his recently concluded concert. Over the weekend, Michael had his concert and expressed gratitude to several creatives who supported his career, shunning Omulangira Suuna’s efforts despite being the brains behind his hit song ‘Muko Muko’. Omulangira Suuna was so quick to express his disappointment as he felt he was not being appreciated enough for how much he contributed to King Michael’s career. Michael, during his interview with BBS TV, apologised to Suuna, noting that it wasn’t his intention to ignore his contribution on his special…

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Waste uncollected at Mukalazi road in Bwaise Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has intensified garbage collection across Kampala’s suburbs as the rainy season sets in, amid growing concern that uncollected waste could clog drainage channels, worsen flooding and increase public health risks. Over the weekend, piles of garbage were still visible in several suburbs, including Kibuli, Munaku, Kawaala, Bwaise and Makindye, despite ongoing waste evacuation operations following the recent National Cleaning Day. Residents have expressed concern that if the waste is not removed before heavy rains, it will be washed into drainage channels, leading…

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Renowned city pastor Nnalongo Irene Manjeri has denied having any serious health conditions after she suddenly collapsed on the pulpit during a Sunday service. Pr. Manjeri had visited Pastor Patrick Makumbi at Gospel Healing Centre International in Lweza, where she lost her breath midway through her speech. Before she collapsed, she had only managed to introduce herself and requested the congregation to let her go back home and rest. Manjeri, while speaking to Sanyuka TV, addressed the incident, noting that she was suffering from extreme fatigue.  Initially, the Bethel Healing Center Church lead pastor revealed that she had visited several countries like China,…

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Sebaana (right), Zeob Yeolawala, CEO of Universal Enterprises (centre) and Muffaddal Yeolawala display signed MoUs Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Diamond Trust Bank Uganda (DTB) has partnered with Universal Multipurpose Enterprises Limited to expand access to mortgage financing and increase opportunities for Ugandans seeking to own homes amid a growing housing deficit. The partnership, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on August 5 at DTB headquarters in Kampala, is aimed at creating a structured pathway to home ownership by connecting property buyers with affordable financing solutions. The collaboration will provide mortgage and property financing options for individuals, families…

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Dr Janabi at a press conference Kampala, Uganda | URN | The World Health Organisation (WHO) has defended Uganda’s decision to declare the end of its Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak before completing the conventional 42-day waiting period, saying the country remained focused on the primary objective of halting transmission and protecting public health. Uganda discharged its last confirmed Ebola patient from the National Isolation and Treatment Centre in Mulago on July 16, 2026, and officially declared the outbreak over on July 28, less than two weeks later. The move sparked debate, with some observers questioning why the country did not wait…

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Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza Kampala, Uganda | URN | As Uganda moves closer to commercial oil production, Energy and Mineral Development Minister Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza has challenged the country to look beyond oil revenues and focus on using the sector to build industries, create jobs and transform the economy. Speaking at the Uganda Media Centre’s high-level cocktail discussion themed “From Wells to Wealth: How Oil and Gas Will Drive Uganda’s Tenfold Growth,” Musenero said Uganda’s success should not be measured by the amount of crude produced or taxes collected, but by how effectively…

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Socialite and social media influencer Sheilah Gashumba has downplayed reports suggesting she broke up with her boyfriend. Following her breakup with singer Rickman Manrick, Sheilah Gashumba gave love another chance and has been secretly living happily with her boyfriend. However, at the start of the week, rumours made rounds on social media, suggesting that her relationship had hit a dead end. Upon crossing paths with the reports, Sheilah Gashumba reached out to a few people behind the allegations, urging them to put their videos down, citing that the reports were baseless and untrue. She revealed that her flourishing relationship is…

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Part of the runway at the Kabaleega International Airport. Hoima, Uganda | URN | The contractor of Kabalega International Airport in Hoima District says the facility will be handed over to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) by the end of October, with works now 98 percent complete. The project contractor, a joint venture of Israeli-British firms Shikun & Binui International (SBI) and Colas Limited, says only the installation of the Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower remains before the airport is ready for commissioning. Amos Muriisa, the Public Relations Officer at SBC Uganda Limited, told Uganda Radio Network (URN) that major components…

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Renowned talents manager Ray Pan has announced a break in managing artists to focus on other businesses. Ray Pan has previously managed Laika Music, Faymous, Irene Kayemba, and girl duo Kataleya & Kandle, who were his last set of artists before their split a couple of months back. Ray Pan made the revelation during a conversation with YouTuber and NRG reporter Fyxol that he was putting a pause in artist management. Giving his reasons for the break, Ray Pan alleged that over time, he has invested a lot of his money and time in the music business. This, however, has…

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