Author: Wamala

Pastor Justine Nabbosa is setting the record straight about the longtime rumors that she and fellow gospel minister Pastor Wilson Bugembe were romantically involved. Nabbosa said the speculation was never true, despite the pair sharing a close friendship and Bugembe occasionally helping her financially, including with rent and other needs. According to the gospel minister, their relationship has always been platonic. “I’m a married woman, but we’re still close friends with Pastor Wilson Bugembe. The rumors about us being an item were untrue and false. We’re still friends to date,” Nabbosa said. The rumors gained traction during a period when…

Club Pilsener brought its Club Canvas On the Move experience to Mbarara on Saturday, turning a road trip from Kampala into a full day of music, creativity and campus culture. The experience began early in Kampala, where trip winners, content creators and members of the media gathered at Shell Lugogo before boarding Club Canvas-branded buses headed west. Music, games and conversations kept the journey lively as the convoy made its way towards Mbarara. The buses made a stop in Nkozi to pick up additional campus students, adding to the travelling group before another memorable stop at the Equator. Students, content…

Bebe Cool’s footballing son Alpha Ssali is backing his younger brothers Caysan and Deen to make a major impact in Ugandan football. Alpha, who currently plays for Express FC, spoke about his brothers’ development in an interview with Pitchside, praising the footballing foundation they are receiving at El Cambio. According to Alpha, both youngsters have been given the right environment to develop their abilities, with their progress already becoming noticeable. “Both are in El Cambio. Caysan joined at 12, and Deen joined at 8 years old. They only come home in December. The rest of the year, they are in…

Singer Alexander Bagonza, popularly known as A Pass, has explained why he did not attend Lil Pazo’s highly anticipated Mbarara festival after his absence sparked questions from fans and critics. A Pass said there was never an agreement for him to perform at the event, despite his involvement in promoting the concert. The singer took to social media to address the speculation, making it clear that promoting another artist’s show did not mean he had committed to appearing on the lineup. “Guys, let me clear this for those who say that I didn’t show up for Lil Pazo’s show in…

After nearly six years away from the Ugandan airwaves, former Kawempe South MP Kazibwe Bashir Mbaziira has made his return to radio. Kazibwe officially resumed his broadcasting duties on Sunday, September 6, 2026, after joining 96.3 Beat FM, where he will host a new political talk show dubbed Alipoota Olutagajjo. The programme will air every Sunday from 12 PM to 2 PM and will focus on political affairs and major issues shaping Uganda and the wider world. The return marks a new chapter for Kazibwe, who was already a familiar voice on Bukedde FM before venturing into active politics. During…

Aroma Music has opened up about painful family losses that she says have shaped her into a stronger person and changed the way she handles life’s disappointments. Speaking on NRG Ignition with Mr Henrie, Aroma revealed that she is now the only child in her family after losing her two older siblings and, more recently, her father in 2025. She said the losses have left her with only her mother, describing her current family situation as particularly lonely. “It is going not so good, it feels too lonely, the loneliness is too loud,” Aroma said. She explained that family is…

Aroma Music has defended her fashion choices, pushing back against criticism from people who believe some of her outfits are too revealing. Speaking during an interview on NRG Ignition, the singer rejected suggestions that she has embraced overly provocative dressing, insisting that she has remained consistent with the image she had when she first entered the music industry. “I am still innocent as I came in the industry. Honestly, I don’t think I have done anything extra. I’m sorry, but I’m always fully dressed,” Aroma said. During the interview, presenter Henrie showed Aroma one of her music videos that he…

Prima Kardashi has revisited Lydia Jazmine’s early career, saying the singer had the potential to become one of Africa’s biggest stars and recalling advice she gave her about building businesses outside music. Speaking during a TikTok Live session, Prima said she was one of Lydia Jazmine’s biggest fans around eight years ago because of what she saw as the singer’s potential. According to Prima, Lydia Jazmine had the combination of music talent and physical attributes that she believed could help her become a major star on the continent. She even compared the singer’s potential at the time to that of…

Prima Kadarshi has opened up about a difficult period in her life when her business was struggling, revealing that she was advised to seek help from a traditional healer in the hope of turning things around. Speaking during a TikTok Live session, Prima said someone recommended a traditional healer and even helped direct her to the location. Hoping to find a breakthrough, she travelled to Bududa in Eastern Uganda. However, Prima said the experience did not improve her situation and instead left her dealing with frightening experiences. “They directed me and took me but it became worse. I started getting…

Daxx Kartel has weighed in on the ongoing debate over streaming revenue and performance fees, arguing that live performances remain a more reliable way for musicians to generate money and sustain their careers. Speaking in an interview with Galaxy TV, Daxx acknowledged that streaming platforms such as Spotify contribute to an artist’s income but said the money cannot be considered separately from the costs involved in maintaining a music career. According to the musician, artists have to continually invest in promoting their music, maintaining their visibility and rebranding themselves in order to remain competitive on streaming platforms. “Streams are good…

A Pass has given music producer Nessim Pan Production his flowers, describing him as the best producer he has ever worked with and crediting their partnership for playing a major role in his musical journey. The singer made the remarks during a TikTok Live session, where he reflected on the relationship he developed with Nessim during the early stages of his career. According to A Pass, their musical journey began together, with the two creatives learning from each other and building what he described as something beautiful. “With Nessim, we literally started this together so I don’t have much to…

Fresh music is here to kickstart the week, with some of Uganda’s familiar names delivering new sounds and visuals for fans to enjoy. From Pawaboy AB and Ava Peace’s trending love song to Levixone’s faith-driven release, Maurice Kirya’s stylish visuals and Ecko Star’s latest dancehall offering, there is something for different tastes. Here are five new projects worth checking out. ‘Whine’ – Ceaserous Could Ceaserous be making his return? ‘Whine’ certainly points in that direction. The new release puts his versatility, vocal ability and songwriting talents back in the spotlight, giving fans a fresh reminder of what he brings to…

Patricia Rose Turindwamukama, popularly known as Gold Rose, has been remanded to Luzira Prison in connection with the death of waitress and content creator Jovia Namuwulya, better known online as Jovia 1235. Gold Rose, 21, appeared before the City Hall Court in Kampala, where she was charged with murder and aggravated robbery. She was subsequently remanded to Luzira Prison until September 22, 2026, as investigations into the case continue. According to the prosecution, Gold Rose allegedly committed the offences together with another suspect who remains at large. Prosecutors allege that Namuwulya was murdered and that her belongings, including an iPhone…

The next King of Tooro Kingdom will not be chosen through a public vote, Musuuga Charles Kamurasi has said, putting to rest suggestions that members of the public could have a say in determining the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV’s successor. Kamurasi, who chairs the 21-member Royal Succession Committee, said the next Omukama will be selected according to the kingdom’s established customs, traditions, values and cultural norms. “We will get a King. Tooro will get a new King in accordance with the Kingdom’s established norms, values and traditions, not through vote. We will not vote for a…

Dokta Brain has revealed the deeply personal story behind his trending song “Bikyaganye,” saying every experience described in the track comes directly from his own life. The singer and songwriter explained that the song is not a fictional story created for entertainment. Instead, its lyrics reflect things he has encountered in his everyday life. While writing and composing “Bikyaganye” was relatively straightforward, Dokta Brain said the recording process became an entirely different challenge. Some of the verses affected him so deeply that he repeatedly broke down in the studio and had to stop recording to compose himself. “Everything that I…

Ritah Danchall is opening up about the financial reality of trying to establish herself as a musician after making the switch from dancing to music. The dancer-turned-musician says the transition has not been easy, particularly because she feels she has yet to receive full acceptance as an artist in the music industry. Speaking to Galaxy TV, Ritah revealed that she has been forced to spend heavily on promoting her music and building her career, with much of the financial responsibility falling directly on her. “Money is going a lot and I have to save first because I don’t have a…

Sherry Matovu has opened up about the unusual level of openness in her marriage to Abdul Salam Ssendegeya, revealing that the couple even share their phone passwords. The city beautician married Ssendegeya in a colourful Islamic wedding ceremony at Kibuli Mosque in May, and the couple has largely kept their relationship away from the public spotlight since then. In a recent interview, however, Sherry offered a glimpse into their marriage, saying she sometimes checks her husband’s phone despite feeling secure in their relationship. “I do check my husband’s phone. However, there is nothing much as to why I check it,…

Tracy Melon is calling out people creating AI versions of artists’ songs and uploading them to music streaming platforms, arguing that the practice unfairly undermines musicians who invest heavily in their original work. The “Ogenda Kukilaba” singer says artists put their hearts, time, money and energy into recording music, only to discover that AI-generated versions of their songs are circulating online. For Tracy, the frustration becomes even greater when those AI versions attract more views than the original releases. She explained that recording music involves far more than simply writing lyrics. Artists spend long hours in the studio, use their…

Rahmah Pinky has once again made her position on her tattoos clear, asking that the markings on her body remain intact after her death because of the deep personal meaning she attaches to them. The singer has 12 tattoos and says they are intentional rather than random additions to her body. Her comments come amid beliefs surrounding tattoos and Islamic burial practices. The supplied material notes that permanent tattoos are considered haram in Islam because they permanently alter the body, while some Ugandans believe tattooed flesh is removed from a Muslim’s body after death. Pinky, however, does not want anyone…

Zahara Totto is drawing a firm line when it comes to relationships: she says she has no plans to change her character or lifestyle simply to satisfy a man’s cultural expectations. Speaking on Shalom 256, the media personality said she would not be comfortable with a partner who expects her to take on traditional responsibilities such as cooking for him, returning home at a specific time or marrying into his family. Her position was blunt. “If you expect me to come and cook for you, be home by a specific time, go and marry your relatives and leave me alone.”…