Author: wamala

Uganda’s creative industry could soon see a groundbreaking shift, as State Minister for Minerals Phiona Nyamutoro has reaffirmed her commitment to pushing the Copyright Amendment Bill currently before Parliament. Speaking passionately about the proposal, Nyamutoro stressed that the legislation is not designed solely for musicians but will benefit all creatives across Uganda — from filmmakers and designers to visual artists and writers.

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Ugandan singer Grenade Official has spoken out to set the record straight on his political stance, clarifying that he is not aligned with any political party despite his appearance at President Yoweri Museveni’s recent album launch. Grenade Explains His Presence at Museveni’s Album Launch The event, held to unveil Museveni’s Yoweri album — a project compiled by creatives under the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) — drew several high-profile artists, including Grenade.

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Uganda’s nightlife and entertainment industry could be on the verge of a major shift if Eddy Kenzo, president of the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF), gets his way. The BET Award winner has revealed that the Federation is formally lobbying government to extend concert stoppage time from the current midnight cutoff (12:00AM) to 2:00AM.

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Uganda’s entertainment scene has been thrown into chaos after shocking allegations linked Alien Skin’s Fangone Forest camp to the brutal beating of a dancer who later died. The incident has not only sparked public outrage but also raised alarming questions about the whereabouts of the controversial musician, who has reportedly been missing for days.

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Uganda’s Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs, Hon. Balaam Barugahara, has called on global leaders to prioritize youth voices in leadership, stressing that young people must be given a seat at the table where decisions are made. Speaking during the High-Level Plenary on the 30th Anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth (WPAY) at the United Nations, Barugahara emphasized that youth inclusion should not be symbolic — it must be visible, structured, and impactful. “Going forward, we need to see more investment and focus on strengthening youth structures to ensure effective, meaningful participation at all levels,”…

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President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has once again doubled down on his vision of transforming Uganda into a modern, science-driven economy. On Saturday, September 27, the Head of State met a group of scientists and innovation leaders — led by Dr. Monica Musenero, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation — at State House Entebbe. The meeting focused on evaluating Uganda’s progress in building a self-sustaining, innovation-led future.

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A former American Idol hopeful who once made headlines for being kissed by Katy Perry during his Season 16 audition has now been sentenced to decades behind bars. Benjamin Glaze, now 25, was sentenced on September 15, 2025, following his guilty plea to aggravated possession of child sexual abuse material. According to Tulsa Police Department, Glaze’s punishment includes 25 years in prison — though only 15 will be served in custody, with the remaining 10 years suspended. He is also required to register as a sex offender for life.

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After more than three decades of heartbreak, police in Austin, Texas have finally identified the man responsible for one of the city’s most infamous crimes: the 1991 yogurt shop murders that left four teenage girls dead. The suspect? Robert Eugene Brashers — a violent drifter tied to multiple murders and assaults across the country. But he’ll never face trial. Brashers died by suicide in 1999 during a police standoff, escaping earthly justice forever.

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