Author: Wamala

By Wamala Sipirian Published: September 23, 2026 The body of Ugandan TikToker Timothy Kayanja, popularly known as Jayden, has arrived in Uganda from India, a week after his death following a prolonged battle with sickle cell disease and aplastic anaemia. Jayden’s remains arrived at Entebbe International Airport at about 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, where they were received by family members, friends and other mourners. The arrival was marked by emotional scenes as mourners gathered to receive the casket before it was transported to Kampala. A Plus Funeral Management took charge of the remains, while a team from TMR…

By Wamala Sipirian Published: September 23, 2026 State Minister for Local Government Justine Nameere has publicly endorsed Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s bid for Uganda’s presidency in 2031, days after a public dispute between the two government figures was brought to an end. Nameere visited the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) Secretariat in Naguru, Kampala, where she formally joined the endorsement campaign for Kainerugaba. The endorsement was confirmed by the Ministry of Local Government and PLU, which said Nameere had declared her support for Kainerugaba’s presidential bid. Nameere cites long-standing relationship Speaking about her decision, Nameere said her relationship with Kainerugaba dates…

By Wamala Sipirian Published: September 23, 2026 The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has released the official timetable for the 2026 national examinations, with 1,627,885 candidates registered for the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE). UNEB Executive Director Dan Odongo unveiled the timetable at the Uganda Media Centre in Kampala on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. The examination cycle will begin on October 8, when UCE candidates will report for briefing. Written UCE examinations will begin the following week. PLE candidates will report to their schools for briefing on October 30,…

Kataleya and Kandle have no immediate plans to pursue solo music, despite advice from media personality Prima Kadarshi that the duo should explore their individual strengths. The Ugandan music duo said they have remained focused on building their career together since starting out as Kataleya and Kandle. “We started as a duo, so we wanted to keep it like that. We haven’t thought of solo projects,” the pair said. The comments came during a TikTok Live with Prima Kadarshi, who encouraged the two singers to consider individual projects alongside their work as a duo. Prima suggested that exploring solo music…

Queen Mother Best Kemigisa has revealed that the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV’s child remained in the United States after plans for the child to return to Uganda with the royal family changed amid tensions surrounding the Tooro succession. In a statement of appreciation released Tuesday, Kemigisa said the family had initially hoped the child would travel with them from Texas as they returned to Uganda with Oyo’s body for burial. “Before leaving Texas, our family had hoped that King Oyo’s child would return on the same plane with us,” Kemigisa said. According to the Queen Mother,…

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and son of President Yoweri Museveni, has developed a prominent presence on X, formerly Twitter, where he regularly comments on military affairs, politics, foreign relations, government officials, corruption investigations and activities involving his Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU). Over several years, some of his posts have coincided with arrests, military deployments, diplomatic exchanges, institutional actions and public responses from government officials. In other cases, however, the relationship between an individual post and subsequent state action has been less clearly established. A review of the documented episodes from 2021 through September 2026…

Nyege Nyege Festival is returning to Kalagala Falls this November with a bigger 2026 edition that will feature more than 200 artists across seven stages. The festival will take place from November 19–22, 2026, with Uganda Waragi returning as the main partner under a new three-year agreement announced at Talent Africa’s rooftop in Kampala. The partnership is aimed at supporting the festival’s continued expansion, including infrastructure improvements, cultural programming and its wider economic impact on the region. “Nyege Nyege and Uganda Waragi are both as authentically Ugandan as it gets,” said Hilda Aguti, Head of Mainstream Spirits at Uganda Breweries…

Veteran media personality Robin Kisti has criticized Suzan Makula over her advice to women about avoiding men who are still renting, arguing that such expectations could mislead young girls navigating relationships and adulthood. Makula’s earlier comments, in which she advised women to know their worth and avoid settling for men who have not yet secured their own homes, have continued to generate debate. Kisti challenged the practicality of that advice, pointing to her own experience and the financial realities facing many Ugandans. “Do not lead our girls astray. Most people in Uganda today rent; very few own land and houses.”…

Martha Mukisa has made her position on having a co-wife clear, saying she would not be comfortable sharing her man with another woman. Speaking to Shalom 256, the Ugandan singer was asked whether she could accept having a co-wife but quickly ruled out the arrangement. Martha explained that the idea does not sit well with her personally, regardless of how such a relationship might work in practice. “I can’t cook with my co-wife because inside my heart I don’t want it.” Her response came as she discussed the possibility of sharing a husband with another woman. However, when asked whether…

Frank Gashumba has urged people to enjoy the fruits of their hard work while they are still alive, arguing that accumulating wealth means little if it never improves the quality of life. The media personality questioned the logic of building significant wealth and property while continuing to live a lifestyle he considers unnecessarily modest. According to Gashumba, people should not completely sacrifice their present happiness in the pursuit of leaving behind money and assets for others to enjoy. He challenged wealthy individuals to consider what happens to the wealth they accumulate after their death. “How can you have arcades in…

Ugandan music stars rallied behind Dokta Brain at his final press conference on Monday, September 21, praising the songwriter and artist ahead of his upcoming concert. Artists, producers, media personalities and other celebrities gathered at Skyz Hotel, Naguru, for the final media event ahead of “The DoorKey Experience,” scheduled for Saturday, September 26, at the same venue. The gathering turned into a show of support for Dokta Brain, with several fellow creatives describing him as an exceptional talent and one of Uganda’s standout songwriters. Among those who spoke was Rema Namakula, who said she has long felt that Dokta Brain…

Patricia Rose Turindwamukama, popularly known as Gold Rose, has been further remanded to Luzira Prison as investigations continue into the death of content creator and waitress Jovia Namuwulya, also known as Jovia 1235. Gold Rose appeared before the City Hall Magistrates Court on Tuesday, where she faced charges of murder and aggravated robbery alongside another suspect who remains at large. According to the prosecution, Gold Rose and the unidentified suspect allegedly murdered Namuwulya and robbed her of several personal belongings. The items allegedly taken include an iPhone 12 Pro Max, clothes, a bag and passport. Gold Rose, however, was not…

Media personality Doreen Nasasira has shared her thoughts on the increasingly debated idea of 50-50 relationships, saying she would not adopt the arrangement with a man because she believes some men misunderstand what it should actually involve. According to Doreen, 50-50 should not simply mean splitting bills or dividing financial expenses between partners. Instead, she believes the concept should extend to responsibilities at home, including childcare, cooking and other duties involved in building a family. “If we do 50-50 according to me, if I’m bathing the kids, you should be in the kitchen. If I’m cooking, take care of the…

Dokta Brain Doorkey has opened up about the creative thinking behind some of his music, arguing that not every song is necessarily designed to immediately connect with the average listener. According to the songwriter, some artists package their lyrics and ideas in ways that require a deeper understanding of songwriting and creativity to fully appreciate. Dokta Brain said such music can sometimes resonate more strongly with fellow artists and other people who understand the craft behind the work, even when it does not generate immediate mainstream numbers. He pointed to his own song “Street Culture” as an example. The songwriter…

Music veteran Viboyo Oweyo has named his five all-time favourite Ugandan musicians, highlighting legendary artists whose sound, creativity and influence have left a lasting impression on him. Speaking on a podcast hosted by Baboon Forest, Viboyo was asked to choose his top five Ugandan artists of all time. His selection brought together musicians from different generations and musical backgrounds. At the top of his list was the late Philly Lutaaya, whom Viboyo praised for the quality and distinct sound of his music. “Because he sold records and if you’re to listen to music, the sound of music then, I think…

Ava Peace has revealed that maintaining her beauty, including her makeup and skincare routine, costs her more than $3,000, a figure she admitted she initially hesitated to disclose. Speaking to NRG Radio Uganda, the Ugandan singer said she expected people to be shocked by the amount before eventually revealing the cost of her beauty maintenance. Ava explained that she sometimes gets her skincare products through her brother, who works as a teacher in Thailand. “I have a brother who’s a teacher in Thailand. I usually contact him for my skincare, but right now someone has to take over $3,000, but…

Ugandan gospel singer Levixone, real name Sam Lucas Lubyogo, is set to take the stage at the Kampala Serena Hotel on November 7, 2026, for his highly anticipated concert, ‘A One Tym Experience.’ The concert comes after a successful run of music projects and will mark a major milestone in Levixone’s career as he celebrates 17 years of music and ministry. The singer is also using the occasion to celebrate what he describes as 17 years of God’s faithfulness, making the event more than just a music showcase. When is Levixone’s concert? Levixone’s ‘A One Tym Experience’ concert is scheduled…

Eddy Kenzo has offered a prediction about the future of popularity in the music industry, arguing that social media visibility may eventually lose its power as the main measure of an artist’s relevance. The Ugandan singer pointed to platforms such as YouTube, TikTok and X, where artists can attract significant attention through music, trends, controversies and viral moments. But Kenzo believes audiences could eventually become less interested in the constant fights, stunts and abuse that often dominate online entertainment conversations. “Too much of anything is bad. Fights and abuses will no longer be tolerated and we will reach a point…

Ugandan socialite Christian Asiimwe, popularly known as Don Chris, is now facing 350 counts in a case involving allegations that he obtained money by false pretence. Prosecutors have amended the charge sheet against Don Chris, adding seven new files, each containing 50 counts. The development significantly expands the case being heard at the City Hall Magistrates’ Court in Kampala. Don Chris is accused of allegedly taking money from individuals after promising to help them secure employment opportunities in Canada and other countries through Sky Pins Tour and Travel Agency. The allegations remain contested. Don Chris has denied the charges and…

Mimi Kampala has addressed speculation about her relationship with fellow dancehall artist Kapeke, insisting that the two are simply friends and that there is no romance between them. The singer explained during an interview with Galaxy TV that her friendship with Kapeke has sometimes been misunderstood because they spend time together at her home. According to Mimi, she enjoys having friends over because she likes cooking, and Kapeke happens to be one of the people she considers a close friend. “Kapeke is just my good friend. I enjoy inviting people to my place because I like cooking. I’m a good…