Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | On any given day, supermarkets across Kampala tell a story of changing consumer habits. Shopping trolleys move through busy aisles as families buy their weekly essentials, professionals pick up convenient meals after work, and students compare prices of snacks and household items. For years, imported brands dominated many supermarket shelves, often carrying a perception of being higher quality. However, a new trend is emerging: more Ugandans are choosing products made locally. For many consumers, buying Ugandan products is no longer simply a matter of supporting local businesses. It is increasingly a practical decision based on quality,…
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Socialite Bad Black, real name Shanitah Namuyimbwa, has alleged that Susan Makula, wife of renowned city pastor Aloysius Bugingo, gave birth. For a long time now, there have been rumors suggesting that Susan Makula was pregnant and was expecting her first child with her husband, Aloysious Bugingo. Bad Black, being close to the couple, spilled the tea during her YouTube interview, noting that Susan welcomed a set of twin boys some time back. She explained that the reason as to why she revealed the news in the media was to cover up for all the days of mockery that Susan received…
Celebrated singer Irene Namatovu has taken pride in raising her husband Geoffrey Lutaaya’s children from his previous relationship, saying it has been one of the best decisions in her life. Namatovu, during her TV interview, revealed that Geoffrey Lutaaya had two daughters before they started dating who were not biologically hers. However, she agreed to be in their lives and raise them as her own even before she became a mother. “I have children that I found with my husband. If your husband tells you that his child is your child even when you didn’t give birth to them, if you…
Dancehall singer Rabadaba has come out to address the misconceptions surrounding his relationship with his ex-wife, the late Maggie Kiweesi, that have been tagging him as the leading cause of her death. Following Nalongo Maggie’s death, Rabadaba has been tagged in several posts on social media claiming that he was among the factors that led to her sliding into depression after her UK deportation. Taking to his TikTok account, however, the UK-based singer addressed the misunderstandings surrounding Maggie’s demise, setting the record straight and asserting that their relationship ended in 2022, and they had both moved on. He claimed they…
Content creator and media personality Pretty Nicole, real name Musiimenta Nicole, has revealed that she turned down several marriage proposals, claiming she is not ready for marriage. A few days back, videos and photos of Nicole made rounds on social media, showing the content creator clad in marriage ceremony garments, sparking customary “Kukyala” ceremony rumours. Nicole, in a TV interview, however, denied the allegations, emphasizing that the introduction ceremony was for her mother, making it clear that the clips that trended were her influencing/advertising for a bridal shop. Speaking about relationships and marriage, Pretty Nicole acknowledged that she had received…
UHRC Chairperson Wangadya consults with Commissioner Kaheru during the COSASE meeting. Kampala, Ugnada | URN | The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) Chairperson, Mariam Fauzat Wangadya, broke down in tears on Thursday while appearing before the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE), saying she had been pushed “to the edge” by months of what she described as a coordinated smear campaign against her. Wangadya had appeared to explain her failure to appear before the committee on Wednesday during a meeting intended to discuss the 2025 auditor’s report on her commission. The committee, chaired by Muwada Nkunyingi, also sought…
A maize garden that has been affected by the ongoing dry spell in the Acholi Subregion. PHOTO Julius Ocungi Arua, Uganda | URN | Farmers across the Acholi sub-region have been urged to postpone planting for the second agricultural season as meteorologists warn that the ongoing dry spell is likely to persist until the end of August. There is fear that farmers may experience another harvest at risk after widespread crop failure during the first season. The advisory comes as thousands of farming households across northern Uganda continue to recover from months of prolonged dry weather that destroyed crops, raising…
Singer and songwriter Kalifah Aganaga has opened up about how he has been able to survive in the harsh industry despite not getting constant bookings. Speaking during his recent interview, Kalifah acknowledged that he didn’t entirely depend on music, claiming that he has expanded his sources of income by opening several side hustles like restaurants, bars, brokerage, among others. “I’m a city hustler and it is my job. I do a lot of things here and there. That is how I have been surviving. I have an advantage that I have ever dealt in fashion, so I end up selling small things,” he…
Assessing conservation efforts in Lazurus Forest in Uganda. Picture by FAO Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda is currently grappling with the classic development dilemma of how to lift millions out of poverty while safeguarding its rich natural heritage. A growing consensus is emerging among policymakers, economists, and conservationists arguing that assigning real monetary value to the country’s forests, wetlands, lakes, and wildlife may be the smartest path to both environmental protection and sustained economic growth. Wilson Asiimwe, Senior Economic Modeller at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, uses a simple but powerful analogy to illustrate the point.…
Ugandan artist Mungu Feni has been crowned Best Gospel Artist Content Creator of the Year at the 2026 Africa Content Creators Awards (ACCA), held on July 16 in Kigali, Rwanda. Born Bernard Feni, the Arua-based singer beat a competitive continental lineup. Feni’s category was one of the most contested on the night. He saw off Nigeria’s Gaise Baba, known for fusing faith with Afrobeat; Rwanda’s Chryso Ndasingwa, a worship leader with a massive YouTube following; Rwanda’s Meddy, who has built a cross-border gospel and R&B audience; and Kenya’s Bella Kombo, a rising voice in East African gospel content. The win…