Author: Wamala

Ugandan comedian Kapere Lufotose is questioning the state of the country’s comedy industry, saying some comedians are struggling financially despite the growth the sector once appeared to be enjoying. Kapere expressed frustration over what he described as a difficult period for comedians, pointing to colleagues who have recently spoken publicly about their financial struggles. “We don’t know who’s bewitching us because now my colleagues have started coming out to reveal they are struggling like MC Fish. That’s why I ask, what happened to comedy?” Kapere said. According to the comedian, the situation has raised questions about whether performers are still…

Ugandan musician Mozelo Kidz has revealed that gambling could have become his full-time occupation if his music career had not worked out. The artist, who is closely associated with Fik Fameica and the Fresh Gang camp, said betting is often viewed simply as a pastime, yet some people are able to turn it into a source of income. For Mozelo, however, music has provided a more reliable path. He explained that the money he puts into his music comes from his performances, including shows at schools and other events. “The money I invest in music is got from music. I…

By Wamala SipirianPublished October 8, 2026 A passenger has died aboard a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi to Lagos after becoming unresponsive shortly before the aircraft landed at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nigeria. Kenya Airways PLC said the medical emergency occurred on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at approximately 21:20 Nigerian local time. According to the airline, the passenger became unresponsive about 20 minutes before the scheduled landing. “Our crew administered first aid as per their training and followed all emergency procedures,” Kenya Airways said in a statement issued by its Corporate Communications department on Wednesday. Passenger pronounced dead…

By Wamala SipirianPublished: October 8, 2026 The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has threatened to reconsider its alliance with the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) unless President Yoweri Museveni removes officials the organisation accuses of corruption, including Minister of Water and Environment Maj Gen (Rtd) Kahinda Otafiire. The warning was issued by PLU Secretary General Daudi Kabanda in a statement titled “NRM Should Not Take TUKO PAMOJA Alliance For Granted.” Kabanda said the failure to address what PLU considers corruption among senior government officials could force the organisation to reconsider its cooperation with the NRM. “If the President does not…

By Wamala SipirianPublished: October 8, 2026 Military Police personnel assigned to provide security for the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) during the 2026 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations have been urged to uphold integrity and professionalism in the execution of their duties. The examinations are scheduled to begin countrywide on October 12, 2026. Maj Gen William Beinomugisha made the call while sending off the first group of 537 officers and men who have completed a three-week Examination Security Course at Buyala-Nsujjumpolwe Barracks in Mpigi District. The personnel are among those selected to support the security and delivery of UCE…

By Wamala SipirianPublished: October 8, 2026 The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has launched a Child Online Protection Campaign aimed at promoting a safe, secure and responsible digital environment for children in Uganda. The campaign was launched at Kololo Secondary School in Kampala on Wednesday as more young Ugandans gain access to the internet and encounter risks associated with online activity. During the launch, Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance Dr Aminah Zawedde also flagged off the Schools Awareness Assembly Program (SAAP), a youth-focused initiative designed to raise awareness about digital safety among students. The 90-day campaign…

By Wamala SipirianPublished: October 8, 2026 Makerere University has constituted a committee to investigate sexual harassment allegations raised against Dr Faisal Buyinza, the head of the Department of Economic Theory and Analysis at the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS). In a statement issued on Wednesday, the university said the Vice Chancellor had constituted the committee to inquire into allegations concerning Dr Buyinza and directed it to conduct its work expeditiously before reporting its findings to the Vice Chancellor. The university said the inquiry will be conducted under its Safeguarding Policy, Policy and Regulations Against Sexual Harassment, and applicable…

By Wamala SipirianPublished: October 8, 2026 Image caption: Ethiopian troops.Image credit: ChimpReports The United States Embassy in Ethiopia has warned its citizens about reports of possible long-range attacks targeting Ethiopian military installations, as renewed fighting in the country’s north raises concerns over security. In a security alert issued Wednesday night, the embassy said it was aware of reports of possible attacks against military facilities on several occasions in October. It urged U.S. citizens to exercise caution and follow guidance from local authorities. “U.S. citizens should accordingly exercise caution and follow the advice of local authorities,” the embassy said. The alert…

Ugandan singer Pretty Banks says she would not allow a man to dictate whether she continues with her music career, insisting that marriage should not come at the expense of her independence or ambitions. Speaking on a podcast, Pretty Banks revealed that she has received marriage proposals but made it clear that any man who wants to be with her must understand the importance of her music and personal goals. The singer said she wants a partner who supports her ambitions rather than one who tries to control them. “I have gotten people who want to marry me, and it’s…

Ugandan gospel singer Levixone has weighed in on the conflicts and disagreements that sometimes emerge among gospel artists, arguing that such battles are part of the wider world and should not distract musicians from their faith and calling. Levixone said disagreements are not exclusive to the gospel music industry. For him, the important issue is how an artist responds after choosing to follow Jesus Christ. “It’s the world, fights happen everywhere but it’s on me as someone who accepted Jesus to stay on course and not mind about who’s fighting me,” he said. The singer encouraged gospel artists to remain…

Ugandan singer Pretty Banks has weighed in on the growing debate over whether women should date men who do not own their homes, making it clear that renting is not a deal-breaker for her. Her comments come after relationship advice from Susan Makula Bujjingo went viral, with Makula advising women against dating men who are still renting. Pretty Banks takes a different position, arguing that homeownership should not be the primary measure of whether a man is suitable for a relationship. For her, the bigger questions are whether the couple genuinely likes each other, supports one another, understands each other…

Veteran Ugandan singer and actress Mariam Ndagire has revealed that money, fan pressure and finding the right promoter played a major role in convincing her to return to music after a 17-year break. Ndagire last held a concert in 2009, when she performed her hit song Majangwa and announced that she was stepping away from music to concentrate on her film career. Her decision to return has now set the stage for her comeback concert, The Opas of Love. According to Ndagire, fans repeatedly asked why she had not staged another concert, especially as other artists from her generation began…

By Wamala SipirianPublished: October 7, 2026 Former Inspector General of Police Gen Kale Kayihura has called for respect for opposition leader Col Dr Kizza Besigye, reflecting on a relationship that evolved from friendship during Uganda’s Bush War to years of political and security confrontations. Kayihura, speaking at a recent event, described Besigye as a former friend whose contribution to Uganda should be recognised despite their difficult history. “Dr Besigye was my friend since I first met him in the bush war. Surely we must respect his contribution. Even the president compliments him because he was his doctor,” Kayihura said. Besigye…

Victoria University is preparing to establish a new campus in Naguru, Kampala, with Vice Chancellor Dr Lawrence Muganga announcing that construction is set to begin in 2026. Muganga unveiled architectural impressions of the proposed campus, which will be located in Naguru near Phaneroo Ministries. The designs offer a first look at what could become the university’s new home. The vice chancellor described the designs as striking enough to initially look like something generated by artificial intelligence. “At first glance, you might think someone got a little too creative with AI.” Muganga said the designs are, however, actual architectural impressions for…

Four of Bobi Wine’s bodyguards have been granted cash bail of Shs20 million each in the ongoing aggravated robbery case before a court in Masaka. The four are Eddie Mutwe, Gadafi Mugumya, Achileo Kivumbi and Wakabi Grace Smart, all associated with National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Bobi Wine. However, the bail ruling does not mean all four will immediately walk out of custody. NUP lawyer Samuel Muyizzi clarified after the court proceedings that Mutwe and Kivumbi will remain incarcerated because they have another pending bail matter before the High Court. Muyizzi said the separate matter stems from an earlier bail…

Ugandan singer and songwriter Victor Ruz has explained why he deliberately stepped away from the music industry, revealing that a surge of what he calls “bubble gum music” made him choose silence over competition. Victor Ruz said the decision came roughly two years ago when he felt the music market was becoming dominated by songs he considered short-lived and heavily fueled by social media hype. Rather than chase the trend, the singer decided to wait it out. “I took a break from music because the music market was flooded with lots of bubble gum music at that time, like two…

Luga-flow singer Gravity Omutujju has been dragged into an alleged Shs200 million SACCO money dispute involving his father-in-law, with Kisa Kya Mukama calling on the musician to help push for repayment. Kisa Kya Mukama raised the issue during a media interview, saying he became aware of the alleged financial dispute only after Gravity, accompanied by fellow singer Catherine Kusasira, reportedly visited his office seeking his intervention over his father-in-law’s release. According to Kisa Kya Mukama, the money in question allegedly belongs to a SACCO whose members entrusted their savings to the organisation. He also used the situation to draw a…

Venus Haircare is putting Ugandan salonists at the center of its latest relaunch, bringing salon owners and stylists together for a hands-on workshop introducing the brand’s refreshed product range. The workshop, held at Hotel La Grande, comes after a Venus rebrand that PZ Cussons says was shaped by research involving consumers and hair care professionals. Rather than simply rolling out a new look and range from behind the scenes, the company says it first gathered feedback from the people using and recommending its products. “The Venus rebrand did not start in a boardroom. It started with research,” said Phina Baddie,…

KCCA Deputy Speaker Olive Namazzi has sparked fresh conversation about one of Kampala’s best-known green spaces after saying members of the public are free to spend their leisure time at Sheraton Gardens. Namazzi, who also serves as the LC5 Woman Lord Councillor for Nakawa West Division, said the gardens are a public space under the management of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), despite their location next to Sheraton Hotel. Her comments challenge the common assumption that the gardens are primarily reserved for hotel guests, weddings and private functions. “Those are public gardens and anybody is allowed to visit them…

Ugandan singer Dax Vibez has opened up about the difficult road to establishing himself in the music industry, revealing that he once gave himself until the age of 40 to make it before considering a completely different career in coffee farming. Dax said much of his growth as a vocalist happened while performing on stage, where he learned through experience and faced the realities of trying to build a sustainable music career. As the years passed, he realized that becoming a star would require more than simply making music. “As time went on, I realised I have to work for…