The second half of 2025 promises to be really hot for all African football fans. CAF, the official partner of the global bookmaker 1xBet, will host several major tournaments: the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2024), the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2025), the CAF Super Cup, the Confederation Cup, …
Read More »Uganda Waragi celebrates Vumbula Festival as Uganda marks Independence Day
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the nation paused to commemorate Uganda’s independence, the celebrations found a powerful three-day home at the Ndere Cultural Centre. From October 9th to 11th, 2025, Uganda Waragi toasted to 5 years of the Vumbula Uganda Festival uniting locals and international guests alike in …
Read More »Bell ObaFest ignites Gulu with unmatched flavour, Kapeke and more
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Gulu town came alive on Saturday as Bell ObaFest officially kicked off its regional pre-festival activations with style, bringing together hundreds of revellers to celebrate the spirit of food, music and beer at Kweyo Village. True to this, at the heart of the Gulu mini-Obafest …
Read More »Uganda Breweries reaffirms commitment to inclusivity, hosts new Miss Uganda
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has reiterated its commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and women’s empowerment as it hosted newly crowned Miss Uganda 2025, Trivia Elle Muhoza, alongside runners-up Faith Kirabo and Agatha Drakes Keine, at its Luzira headquarters. UBL, through its V&A Sherry brand, is one of the major sponsors …
Read More »Edutainment fills Brave Girls Festival
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It was pure edutainment at Kati Kati Grounds Saturday, and a sea of colour, energy, and empowerment. Shades of white, blue, yellow, and more painted the grounds with youthful vibrancy as music, dance, and inspiration took centre stage at the annual Brave Girls …
Read More »More flavor, more vibes as Bell Obafest returns
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bell Lager has officially announced the Bell ObaFest 2025 edition, a nationwide celebration designed to immerse festivalgoers in the vibes, fun, food, music, beer, and an unprecedented showcase of Uganda’s unique cultural identity. This year, the festival is a cultural journey bringing communities together in …
Read More »Mix, shake, sip: DIY cocktails light up The Singleton Big Meeting
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | The Singleton Big Meeting returned on Sunday with a refreshing twist, as guests swapped their seats for the bartender’s counter in a do-it-yourself (DIY) cocktail experience at Thrones Bar & Lounge. The monthly party series, staged every last Sunday, has earned a reputation …
Read More »Jazz king Kenny G mesmerizes Kampala
Kenny G mesmrizes Kampala in Johnnie Walker and Tusker Malt-powered concert Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | The Mestil Gardens in Kampala were transformed into a haven of smooth jazz on Sunday evening as legendary saxophonist Kenny G delivered a two-hour performance that left fans enthralled. The 68-year-old American musician, …
Read More »Salvador brings Africa Laughs Season 7 back to Kampala
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Patrick Idringi, better known as Salvador, could not hold back his emotions on Thursday as he announced the return of his flagship comedy festival, Africa Laughs. Season 7 of the show is set for October 25 at the Kingdom Kampala parking lot, promising a …
Read More »PICTORIAL: Ekyoto Ha Mpango Festival
Pilsner Lager toasts to 30th Tooro Coronation Anniversary at Ekyoto Ha Mpango Festival Fort Portal, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ekyoto Ha Mpango Music Festival wrapped up a week of royal festivities in Fort Portal Town. Held at the historic Karuzika Palace grounds, the festival brought together a …
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