Author: Wamala

Rising Ugandan music star Pretty Banks is being candid about one of the biggest challenges she’s faced this year: finding the right management team to guide her career. The artist, who previously worked with renowned manager Jeff Kiwa, revealed that despite multiple offers and promises from industry professionals, many have left her disappointed. “Regardless, I have to keep pressing on, but the right people to work with, I don’t know. For some reason, I have struggled in that part personally the whole of this year,” Pretty Banks said in a recent interview. Management Struggles: A Recurring Challenge Pretty Banks’ remarks…

Father Deogratius Kiibi Kateregga of St. Joseph’s Parish, Mpigi, is not holding back when it comes to Ugandan musicians at President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s recent campaign rally. The outspoken cleric has publicly condemned several performers who appeared at the political event, branding them as “beggars” and “failed artists.” “There are established artists that we knew, but now they have ditched music and turned to begging. When you look at their future, you wonder,” Father Kateregga said in a candid interview. “Beggars’ Course” Joke Sparks Reactions In a mix of humor and critique, Father Kateregga suggested that some of these musicians…

Patrick Mulwana, better known by his stage name Alien Skin, is shutting down the haters in a big way. During a recent TikTok Live, the Fangone Forest boss addressed critics urging him to quit music, making it crystal clear—he’s here for the long haul. “Those of you who don’t want me to continue pursuing music, please pray for me so that I may become financially stable,” Alien Skin said. The artist didn’t hold back, emphasizing that money—not opinions—would determine his next move. Fans watching the live stream saw him lay out a simple rule: as long as he’s not financially…

Popular Ugandan YouTuber Shalom Kaweesi has been granted bail by the Chief Magistrates’ Court in Makindye, ending a tense week in custody. The court approved a non-cash bond of Shs 5 million, with each of his sureties also bonded for Shs 5 million. This comes after Shalom was arrested on charges of cyber harassment, following a complaint filed by social media personality Jennifer “Full Figure” Nakangubi. ⚖️ Bail Granted After Week in Remand Following his arrest, Shalom was remanded for a week as the court reviewed his bail application. On his return to court today, the magistrate approved his release…

Renowned Ugandan media personality Mr. Henrie has opened up about a terrifying experience that almost cost him his life—a near head-on collision with a heavy truck that left him shaken and forever changed. The harrowing incident occurred eight years ago during the early hours of the morning, as he was driving home from an emceeing gig. Exhaustion had caught up with him, and he briefly dozed off behind the wheel while navigating the roads of Kyengera, where he lived at the time. 🚨 A Near-Fatal Moment Recalling the terrifying seconds, Mr. Henrie explained how he woke up to find a…

Uganda’s Jazz maestro, Isaiah Katumwa, set the stage ablaze at Skyz Protea Hotel, Naguru, Kampala, on 22nd December 2025, delivering a soulful performance that reminded fans why he’s considered the father of Ugandan jazz. This marked his first Christmas concert in Uganda in seven years, drawing a crowd eager to soak in the holiday spirit while enjoying a musical journey through Katumwa’s celebrated career. 🎷 A Night of Jazz, Memories, and Celebration Guests arrived early, eager for a night filled with smooth saxophone melodies and timeless jazz hits. The event, emceed with warmth and humor by Simon Kasyate and Siima…

Apostle Jonathan Nalebo has sparked intense debate in Uganda’s music circles, claiming that Sheebah Karungi has surpassed many of her peers—including top male musicians like David Lutalo—and even some notable female contemporaries like Cindy Sanyu. Speaking on a popular YouTube podcast, Nalebo praised Sheebah’s longevity, commercial success, and consistency, insisting her influence extends far beyond hit songs to dominate the contemporary music scene. 🎤 “Sheebah Doesn’t Depend on a Song Anymore” According to Nalebo, Sheebah has moved past the stage where she relies on individual hits for survival. Instead, he positions her as an artist with sustained impact, a rare…

Ugandan music star Alien Skin has finally broken his silence on one of the most talked-about mysteries of the ongoing political campaign season—his sudden disappearance from National Resistance Movement (NRM) rallies. After weeks of speculation, rumors, and social media chatter, the controversial hitmaker has come clean: he will only return to the NRM campaign trail if President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni personally reaches out to him. Yes—personally. The revelation has sparked fresh debate across entertainment and political circles, with fans questioning loyalty, recognition, and the blurred lines between music, power, and politics in Uganda. 🎤 From Campaign Favorite to Sudden Absence…

Ugandan socialite-turned-preacher Judith Heard is not holding back—and her message is aimed squarely at a section of Bobi Wine’s most vocal supporters. In a fiery and emotional rant that has since gone viral, Judith publicly called out fans of the National Unity Platform (NUP) leader for turning social media into a battlefield of insults, vulgar language, and online harassment—all while hiding behind Bobi Wine’s image as their profile picture. Her warning?👉 “You are embarrassing him—and damaging his reputation.” The outspoken media personality’s comments have ignited intense debate online, reopening a sensitive conversation about toxic political fandom, digital behavior, and the…

Ugandan singer Kin Bella is once again at the center of a heated industry conversation—and this time, her revelations are sparking uncomfortable but necessary debate. In a brutally honest interview with Sheilah Price, the outspoken artist lifted the curtain on what she describes as the dark, unspoken realities of Uganda’s music industry, claiming that upcoming musicians are often left with only two options if they want to succeed: submit to sex advances from industry gatekeepers—or come with serious money. Her statements have since sent shockwaves across social media, reigniting long-standing conversations about exploitation, power imbalance, and survival tactics in the…