Singers Sheebah Karungi and Karole Kasita are in the spotlight following budding artist Dwiz PlayBoi dragging them to the police on allegations that they stole his song. Karole Kasita and Sheebah last week released the visuals to their collaboration ‘Bukutu’; a fusion of reggaeton and dancehall. Following the song release, Dwiz PlayBoi was so quick to allege that the song was plagiarized from his ‘Bukutu’ song released last year. Dwiz further took the matter to the next level as he filed the case of song theft against the two artists at Katwe police Station “To show that I’m serious about the issue of claiming…
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Singer Pia Pounds has opened up about moving to the United States, saying that it helped her rediscover herself in terms of her career and passion for music. Pia announced the development in her most recent vlog, where she revealed that she made the decision to leave Uganda for the United States in July. The singer noted that it was the best decision she has ever made, as the new country not only feels like home but has unlocked another version of her, and she already feels she has been locked away her whole life. “When I landed, I felt…
Ugandan officials discuss opportunities with a participant at the Brisbane business meeting Over 30 Businesses Explore Australian Market Partnerships Brisbane, Australia | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | More than 30 tourism businesses gathered at the Brisbane Convention Centre this week as Ugandan tourism institutions and tour operators held business-to-business meetings with Australian travel companies, presenting Uganda’s attractions and exploring commercial partnerships aimed at growing the East African nation’s presence in the Australian market. The engagements brought together representatives from the Uganda High Commission, Uganda Tourism Board, Uganda Wildlife Authority and a delegation of Ugandan travel agencies, who met with Australian…
Gen. Henry Tumukunde (left), Uganda’s Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, and Prof Salim Alio Ibro, Somalia’s Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, exchange signed copies of the labour agreement in Mogadishu on Thursday, 22 October 2026. Mogadishu, Somalia | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Uganda and Somalia have agreed terms for the employment of Ugandans in Somalia. The terms require written contracts, wages paid into workers’ own bank accounts and employer-funded insurance and travel. The agreement was signed in Mogadishu on Thursday by Gen. Henry Tumukunde, Uganda’s Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, and Prof Salim Alio Ibro,…
Media personality Evelyn Mic has responded to the social media backlash following her statements about singer Irene Ntale, who shared her fertility challenges. A few days back, Irene Ntale came out, opening up about the ridicule she has gone through amidst her fertility struggles. Evelyn, in one of her shows, addressed the singer’s unfortunate experience, cautioning her not to share such sensitive information about her struggles with the internet, as it exposed her to more trolling. The intent and delivery of her message didn’t sit well with a section of internet users who called her out for being insensitive. In…
MamiDeb’s husband, Michael Cleave, has shared insights into his journey to financial success, revealing how he built a business from scratch and eventually sold his controlling interest for £32 million. Speaking at an event where he addressed aspiring entrepreneurs, Michael explained that he left school at the age of 15 and started working, first in a bar before undertaking an apprenticeship as an electrician. He said he used the skills he acquired, alongside savings from his earnings, to prepare himself for business opportunities. Michael revealed that an opportunity later presented itself, allowing him to invest in a startup that initially…
Arua City Council sitting underway. Arua, Uganda | URN | Arua City Council is seeking to address its growing waste management challenges with a new plan that proposes regulating garbage generation, collection, transportation, treatment, disposal, and recycling. The proposed Solid Waste Management Plan 2026 comes amid complaints over uncollected garbage along some city streets, including Iddi Amin Road and Hospital Road, as well as other locations in Kenya Ward. City authorities attribute the problem to inadequate equipment and limited capacity at the city’s composting plant, which is struggling to handle the increasing volume of waste. Joseph Ayaba, Arua City Secretary for…
Renowned events MC Kats, real name Edwin Katamba, has called out King Saha for constantly disrespecting Bebe Cool. MC Kats, who was visibly angry, appeared in an interview expressing his disappointment towards King Saha, accusing him of openly disrespecting Bebe Cool on social media. Kats revealed that King Saha had taken his feud with Bebe Cool overboard when he made mockery of him, photoshopped him in feminine clothes, and made him a topic during his freestyles on stage. He described the act as disrespectful mainly because Saha couldn’t take the same if directed towards him. “When Bebe Cool talks about…
Ugandan rapper Recho Rey has opened up about witchcraft in the music industry, saying she has done rituals to protect herself from the outcome. Over the years, musicians have come out to speak about their personal struggles, attributing them to witchcraft from their rivals in the industry. Recho, during her recent TV interview, revealed she had never experienced witchcraft, describing herself as a spiritual person. Because of this, she has had to practice some rituals, some through prayer and meditation, saying they have helped to shield her. “I cannot tell if someone has really ever bewitched me but what I…
Ugandan dancehall star Fik Fameica has officially been unveiled as the Brand Ambassador for Spiro Uganda and East Africa at a handover ceremony held at the company’s facility in Kampala. The “Sikiwa” hitmaker, whose real name is Shafik Walukagga, was handed the keys to his new Spiro Ekon electric motorcycle (registration number UMA 117NP), marking the start of the partnership. Fik took his new ride for its first spin around the facility and recorded a testimonial highlighting the bike’s efficiency, quiet operation and potential cost savings for everyday urban riders. The unveiling follows Spiro’s official announcement on 15 July 2026,…