City socialite and businessman Don Chris has been arrested in cases linked to a scam that saw a number of Ugandans lose millions of money at his hands. Don Chris, real name Asiimwe Christian, over the years, lived a lavish lifestyle and was a familiar figure at various hangout spots. Different musicians and entertainers often sought his sponsorship for their events through his company, Skypins Tours and Travels. The travel company consistently placed advertisements in trusted media outlets, highlighting how it helps job seekers secure well-paying jobs in countries such as Luxembourg, the UK, Dubai, Qatar, and Canada, among others. However,…
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American actor and singer Tyrese Gibson has arrived in Kampala, Uganda, for a three-day visit following an invitation from the Government of Uganda and private-sector partners. Upon his arrival, Gibson was received by Aly Allibhai, CEO of Talent Africa Group, and Ms. Juliana Kaggwa, CEO of the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB). Talent Africa Group is supporting Gibson’s itinerary throughout his visit, working alongside government and tourism stakeholders to coordinate his engagements and experiences across Uganda. The partnership is helping facilitate an itinerary that connects Gibson with Uganda’s tourism, coffee, culture and investment opportunities. Gibson has already met with the Head…
Singer Gloria Bugie has succumbed to public pressure and apologized to her friends, fans, and family for the insensitive post she made on her social media page attacking her nemesis for being an orphan. Earlier in the day, Bugie faced the wrath of internet users for her post about Crypto Panda’s unfortunate losses in life. Taking to her X account, noting how unfortunate it would be to be an orphan, lose a child, and, at the same time, be mediocre in life and career. Despite mentioning her targeted person, social media users quickly deduced it to be an attack towards…
Balaam launched the new classroom block Bunyangabu, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | More than 78 residents of Bunyangabu District secured employment and practical construction skills through a Movit Foundation education infrastructure project that has culminated in the handover of a five-classroom block at Kadindimo Primary School. Officials said the project demonstrated an approach to corporate social investment that combines social infrastructure with local economic participation and skills transfer. According to the project’s completion report, more than 78 community members were actively engaged and employed during construction, receiving hands-on training in specialised interlocking brick technology. The skills acquired can…
Singer Chosen Becky has opened up about how she has managed to keep her love with her husband, Ssekajja, blossoming. Ssekajja recently unveiled a tattoo of her surname on his hand as a surprise gift to her. When asked how she managed to get him to fall deeply in love with her, the singer revealed that she handled her roles as a wife without complaints. “My husband has given me so much peace. I love my husband and do what I’m supposed to do; I cook, I wash his clothes, I iron and leave the rest to God. He has loved me…
UNHCR offices being set on fire by the protesting refugees in Invepi settlement in Terego district. Terego, Uganda | URN | Over forty South Sudanese refugees have been arrested and detained in Terego District in connection with Tuesday’s riots at Imvepi Refugee Settlement that left offices belonging to the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), UNHCR and police damaged or burnt. The violence followed a dispute over the Refugee Welfare Council elections, which were scheduled for Wednesday. Four suspects were arrested on Tuesday, while another 37 were arrested at about 9am on Wednesday by a joint security team deployed in…
Singer Gloria Bugie has faced the wrath of internet users following her social media post trolling Crypto Panda’s unfortunate losses in life. Bugie took to her X account, revealing how unfortunate it would be to be an orphan, lose a child, and, at the same time, be mediocre in life and career. Despite not name-tagging her in the post, social media users were so quick to conclude that she was attacking Crysto Panda, given that they are currently at loggerheads. “Ever sat down and wondered why you are an orphan, lost a child, keep losing, after all years of hustling…
Renowned veteran singer and radio personality, Rebecca Jjingo, has revealed that she keeps her children off camera out of fear of social media bullying. Rebecca, during an interview with Spark TV, cleared all doubts from people who thought she didn’t have children just because she never posts them. She noted that her daughter was a full graduate, keeping her age and other details under wraps. She revealed that she hides such private information about her children from the public as a way of not only protecting their privacy but also their innocence. She explained that social media was always quick to…
Singer Lydia Jazmine has explained her deep bond with Sheebah Karungi, saying she could easily trust her with her son Amir’s life. Promoter Abitex recently unveiled Lydia Jazmine’s concert in a press conference with journalists. What caught the attention of the public, however, was that Sheebah Karungi, whom she always refers to as her close friend, was a no-show. Social media users started imagining that they had fallen out and were no longer friends, with Lydia Jazmine revealing that Sheebah was busy in a video shoot that day and couldn’t make it. In her first concert press conference, Lydia took time to address the false allegations, putting to…
The Manifesto implementation team and participants at last year’s retreat at NALI. A new year, new ideas are planned for this week’s session. Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Regional local government leaders across the Western Region are convening this week at the National Institute of Leadership in Kyankwanzi District in a major programme by the Manifesto Implementation Unit (MIU) to equip them with the knowledge and capacity to understand and implement the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Manifesto 2026-2031 commitments. “Local government leaders are the link between the Manifesto and citizens. They translate its commitments into local plans and budgets,…