Author: Wamala

Tooro’s Babiito royal clan has pledged to protect and support Queen Mother Best Kemigisa despite the ongoing dispute over who should succeed her late son, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV. Charles Kayondo Kamurasi, the Omusuuga of the Babiito, said Monday that while Kemigisa currently has no formal role in the succession process, she remains a member of the royal family and deserves the clan’s support. “Currently she has no role, but she is our mother. She is both the king’s wife and the king’s mother. It is our responsibility to protect her and look after her, and I…

Sama Sojah has opened up about what he describes as a frightening side of Uganda’s entertainment industry, claiming he has personally experienced spiritual attacks and strange encounters at his home. The dancehall artist alleged that he has twice found unusual snake-like creatures with limbs at his home, which he believes were sent through spiritual means. Sama described the creatures as “Embalabasi,” saying he believes they originate from deep waters and resemble a combination of a snake and a lizard. “Do you know something called Embalabasi? It’s a thing that originates from deep waters. It’s like a snake-lizard kind of stuff.…

Winnie Nwagi wants fans to understand that celebrities have bad days too—and sometimes, they simply do not want a camera pointed at them. Speaking on Sheebah Karungi’s Let’s Talk About It, Nwagi explained that being a public figure does not mean she is permanently available for photographs, videos or fan interactions. The singer said there are days when she does not even feel like taking a picture of herself, making it uncomfortable when fans approach her expecting a photo they can immediately post online. “You come wanting a photograph yet I haven’t taken one myself either, but because you want…

Frank Gashumba has thrown down a challenge to Uganda’s self-proclaimed prophets and apostles, saying he is ready to get saved if any of them can heal a critically ill patient at a major Kampala hospital. The outspoken media personality made the remarks during a morning talk show on Radio 4, where he continued his criticism of what he described as fake prophets, apostles and pastors. Gashumba questioned the special healing powers claimed by some religious leaders, arguing that those who claim to possess such powers should be able to demonstrate them when confronted with serious illness. He pointed to major…

Mudra D Viral has opened up about his views on sex, marriage and polygamy, saying his Muslim faith means he cannot be intimate with a woman outside marriage. Speaking during an interview on Sheilah Price’s podcast, the Ugandan singer said intimacy is something he believes should only happen after a couple has entered into a religious marriage. “It’s not right. There are some sins we commit but they are wrong,” Mudra said. Mudra also discussed his understanding of polygamy within Islam, explaining that if he were to marry another woman, he would first have to marry her and inform his…

Zahara Totto says she had plenty of support behind the scenes during her celebrity boxing match against Prima Kadarshi—and some of it came from fellow celebrities. The media personality has revealed that several people in Uganda’s entertainment industry contacted her before and after the bout, with some allegedly encouraging her to defeat Prima. Prima was officially declared the winner after the weekend fight, but Zahara continues to dispute the decision, insisting that she did enough to win and alleging that the judges were influenced to hand the victory to the singer. According to Zahara, some industry figures were particularly pleased…

There is something special about watching Joshua Baraka command a stage while an entire crowd sings his songs back to him. In Mbale on Saturday night, that moment felt bigger than a concert. It was a snapshot of just how far the young Ugandan singer has come. Not long before his breakthrough, Baraka was still largely unknown outside Uganda’s emerging music scene. Then came “Nana”, the song that changed the trajectory of his career and helped position him among East Africa’s fastest-rising musical exports. Now, his Brakaland EA Tour is taking that journey across Uganda. The Mbale stop drew a…

Winnie Nwagi has opened up about her relationship life, explaining why she has yet to settle down despite continued questions about her marital status. Speaking on Sheebah Karungi’s podcast Let’s Talk About It, Nwagi said her relationships have not always developed the way she hoped, pointing to struggles that people outside the relationships may never see. The singer explained that sometimes she needs time to understand the person she is dealing with, but patience can run out before things have had a chance to work. “Sometimes you’re still analyzing someone and then they lose patience. Things aren’t right, they haven’t…

Sheebah Karungi wants the public to remember one thing when judging celebrities: they are human too. The singer made the remarks while hosting fellow artiste Winnie Nwagi on her podcast, Let’s Talk About It, where the pair discussed relationships, family and the pressure that comes with living life in the public eye. According to Sheebah, celebrities often face harsher judgment simply because their personal lives attract more attention. “People forget that we go through the same things as them but they make ours so big yet we are doing the same things.” Sheebah also reflected on the criticism she faced…

Nalongo Lewis is challenging men to publicly share their experiences in troubled relationships, arguing that women should not be discouraged from speaking about their own struggles. The influencer and content creator made the remarks while responding to criticism over comments she delivered at the recently concluded Beauty Beyond The Scars conference, an event organized by Bad Black. Lewis attracted backlash online after some netizens interpreted her speech as encouraging women to mistreat men. She has since rejected that characterization, saying her comments were rooted in painful personal experiences from her life as a single mother and her past relationships. Rather…

Ugandan artist Echoled is adding some experienced firepower to his team, with Joshua Baraka’s former manager Lobstar joining his management setup. The move comes at a promising point in Echoled’s career, with the rising artist building momentum around his music and his recently released EP, Kush After Hour. Echoled has been attracting attention with songs including Mangadalena, Broken Hearts and Embilizi, which have received significant airplay as his profile continues to grow. Now, Lobstar is joining the journey. Lobstar previously worked as part of Joshua Baraka’s team and has been credited with contributing to the singer’s rise, bringing experience from…

The Tooro Kingdom is mourning another loss within its royal family following the death of Prince David Kijanangoma, just days after the burial of the late King Oyo. David was the elder brother of Edward Rukidi Nyabongo Kijanangoma, the newly announced Tooro king who is yet to be formally gazetted. News of David’s death emerged Tuesday morning, adding another major loss to a royal family that has been at the center of intense attention following King Oyo’s death and the developments surrounding Tooro’s succession. According to journalist Canary Mugume, who announced the death on X, a family member said Prince…

Fik Fameica and members of his team were involved in a car crash Sunday night while returning from a performance in Lira, with the rapper now revealing that some team members were injured. News of the accident emerged after videos circulating online showed the wrecked vehicle and Fik Fameica’s close friend Mozelo Kids appearing physically weak following the crash. Fik Fameica later addressed the incident on social media, describing the journey home as a frightening experience that quickly turned into a moment of “fear, pain and uncertainty.” “For a moment, everything changed. What was supposed to be another journey home…

The Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom is asking for prayers for His Royal Majesty Dr. Rukirabasaija Agutamba Iguru Solomon Gafabusa after the kingdom’s Chief Prince revealed that the Omukama is not in good health. Chief Prince (Okwiri) Fred Mugenyi Ruchunya disclosed the King’s health situation while speaking to the media, saying the Omukama has been unwell. Mugenyi did not disclose the nature of the King’s illness or provide further medical details. Instead, he appealed to well-wishers, kingdom subjects and friends of Bunyoro-Kitara to pray for the King’s recovery. The revelation puts fresh attention on King Iguru Solomon Gafabusa, although the available information does…

Ugandan TikTok personality Timothy Kayanja, popularly known as Jayden, has died following health complications after undergoing a bone marrow transplant. News of Jayden’s passing was announced Tuesday morning by fellow TikToker Sheilah Price, with close friends and associates later confirming the news. Jayden had been battling serious health complications linked to sickle cell disease, a struggle that sparked a fundraising campaign among fellow content creators, friends and well-wishers to help finance his treatment. His treatment eventually took him to India, where he reportedly underwent a bone marrow transplant in July. At the time, reports indicated that the procedure had been…

Grace Nakimera made a powerful return to the local music scene with a high-energy performance at her The Power of Grace Charity Concert at Kampala Serena Hotel. The highly anticipated show built momentum before the main act, with DJs keeping the crowd moving as upcoming artists warmed up the audience. But the biggest surprise came when Nakimera made her entrance. Rather than using the conventional backstage route, the singer emerged through the back door facing the stage, led by dancers beating traditional drums. Many fans had expected her to appear from backstage, making the dramatic entrance an early highlight of…

Journalist-turned-politician Solomon Serwanjja is betting on poultry farming as the next big step in his plan to transform Bamutakudde Village, where he serves as LC1 chairperson. Serwanjja has unveiled a proposal to provide 30 local chickens to every interested household, with the long-term goal of helping families generate income from egg sales. His bigger vision is for Bamutakudde to become a model village built around practical community-led development. “I want every household in Bamutakudde Village to get 30 local chickens, and I want us to work together as a village,” Serwanjja said. “My vision is to see every household cash…

Mesach Semakula has opened up about one of the most painful periods of his career, revealing that illness, rejection and hurtful rumors about his health once pushed him to consider quitting music. The veteran singer was reflecting on the stories behind some of his most personal songs when he revisited the circumstances surrounding ‘Tulaba Bingi’, a song he says was born out of intense emotional and physical pain. Semakula said the song did not immediately become a hit after its release. Years later, however, some of its lyrics have found a new audience on TikTok, with users embracing words whose…

Seasoned Ugandan media personality Kazibwe Bashir Mbazira has admitted that he made a premature decision when he resigned from Pearl FM, believing he had already reached the peak of his radio career. Mbazira, a former Kawempe South legislator, said he had convinced himself that he had accomplished everything he wanted at the station and would rather leave while at the top than stay long enough to experience a decline. “It was an act of not looking ahead at the future. I reached a moment and in my head I thought that I had done enough. I resigned from my job…

Ugandan socialite Shanita Namuyimbwa, popularly known as Bad Black, says she has moved on from the flashy lifestyle that once saw her spending millions of shillings in bars to impress people. Bad Black reflected on the change in her lifestyle, explaining that her former spending habits were largely driven by a desire to prove herself and gain people’s approval. “Back then, I really wanted to prove myself, but now I have peace. I have moved on from spending millions in bars just to entertain people,” she said. The socialite, known for her outspoken personality and cheeky sense of humor, also…