Dancehall singer Mikie Wine has explained his absence from Yung Mulo’s concert despite being his close friend. Mikie was among the musicians who have faced criticism for not supporting Yung Mulo’s concert, and during his interview with BBS TV, he defended himself, noting that he was fully booked for other shows outside Kampala. He acknowledged being a close friend to Yung Mulo, explaining that he traveled to Mityana, then proceeded to Bukuya and believed that he couldn’t make it back in time for Mulo’s event. “He is my friend but just like you know, I had already secured bookings and…
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The Macallan Estate Brunch is set to return to Aurous Lounge on November 8 for its third edition, bringing together fine whisky, exquisite dining and contemporary luxury in an exclusive afternoon experience. The event will celebrate the craftsmanship and character of The Macallan, combining its renowned whisky-making heritage with refined gastronomy and an elegant social atmosphere. Scheduled to run from 12 PM to 7 PM, the brunch promises an afternoon centred on exceptional whisky, elevated dining and the finer details of modern luxury. The event highlights the growing appeal of premium dining experiences that bring together culinary artistry, distinctive beverages…
Renowned YouTuber Shalom Kaweesi has opened up about how child neglect led to him being molested at a young age. During a sit-down interview with fellow YouTuber and former TV host Flavia Namulindwa, Shalom made a shocking revelation: his maternal aunt took advantage of him in his mother’s absence. He revealed that the ordeal happened during his childhood, but luckily, when his mother found out, she kicked her out of their home. “The first person who had sexual relations with me was my mother’s sister. Eventually, when my mother got to know about it, she got angry and took her away…
Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development Phiona Nyamutoro (4th left) with panelists during the launch yesterday. Nyamutoro, Equity bank push Green Investment to cut hotel costs; hoteliers demand flexible loan repayments to match seasonal revenues Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development Phiona Nyamutoro has challenged Uganda’s hospitality industry to turn the country’s green energy ambitions into profitable investments, unveiling a national initiative aimed at reducing operating costs, attracting investment and strengthening tourism competitiveness. The National Green Hospitality Initiative, launched at Serena Hotel Kampala on October 20, 2026, seeks to…
Kimuli interacting with Italian investors in Rome, Italy. Businessman Kimuli Urges Uganda Govt to Attract Italian Investors at Uganda–Italy Business Summit Rome, Italy | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Ugandan businessman Louis Kimuli has urged the government to attract Italian investors into coffee processing, manufacturing and mineral beneficiation, saying Uganda must move beyond exporting raw materials and capture more value from its products. Kimuli said Uganda should use its strong trade links with Italy to attract industrial expertise, technology and capital that would enable local businesses to process and package products for export rather than leave much of the…
This December, Kampala will be hosting Konshens and DJ Maphorisa for a celebration of music, culture and hospitality in East Africa’s Vibe Capital. On Friday 11th December 2026, Vibe Republic is bringing music lovers from Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and beyond to Lugogo Cricket Oval in Kampala. The aim is to get people to experience the music and nightlife Uganda offers. At the heart of the party are two big International music acts: Konshens, the dancehall king from Jamaica, and DJ Maphorisa the Amapiano King from South Africa. These two sounds come together to create a massive fusion of good vibes. Ugandan music will be part of…
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Commercial Division of the High Court in Kampala has ordered Roko Construction Limited to pay Assa Abloy (U) Limited 1.39 million dollars (approximately sh5.7billion) in outstanding payments for doors, accessories and ironmongery supplied and installed at Mulago National Referral Hospital. In a judgement delivered by Justice Stephen Mubiru, Assa Abloy was awarded US$1,391,667.58, together with interest at nine per cent per annum from August 20, 2020, until payment in full, and costs of the suit. However, the same court has dismissed the petition against the Attorney General, noting that the government was not…
Refugee Women being Sensitized on Financial, Business Literacy in the Settlement Arua, Uganda | URN | Refugees and asylum seekers in the West Nile sub-region have been urged to understand their rights and obligations under Ugandan law to promote peaceful coexistence with host communities and avoid conflicts with the authorities. The call follows growing public concern over the need to sensitise refugees about Uganda’s laws and regulations, particularly after recent riots at Imvepi Refugee Settlement, which reportedly left people dead and destroyed property worth billions of shillings. West Nile hosts more than 1.7 million refugees, predominantly from South Sudan and…
Ruhindi Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) wants its membership reduced by half and legislators serving on the accountability committees barred from joining sectoral committees, arguing that competing parliamentary assignments are undermining audit scrutiny, constituency representation and members’ performance. Patrick Nsamba Oshabe, Chairperson of PAC Central, told Parliament’s Committee on Rules, Privileges and Discipline that the current arrangement leaves accountability committees struggling to examine the enormous volume of the Auditor General’s reports within the six-month statutory deadline. Oshabe said although PAC Central has 42 members, only about 15 to 20 are actively involved in its…
HISTORIC: A truck carrying tonnes of shea butter from Okere City Otuke, Uganda | URN | The Okere Shea Cooperative Society Limited in Otuke District has more than doubled its exports of processed Nilotica shea butter to the United States, shipping 23 metric tonnes compared with nine tonnes in the previous year. A 40-foot container carrying the consignment was flagged off on Sunday, marking the cooperative’s second major export to the US and opening up opportunities for more than 1,000 rural women in Northern Uganda who supply shea nuts for processing. The latest shipment represents an increase of…