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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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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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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MultiChoice Uganda, the home of great pay TV, and the National Producers Guild of Uganda, the professional body dedicated to promoting and supporting the interests of film producers in the country, held a workshop for 150 Ugandan producers aimed at strengthening their knowledge on business …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On a night that will be remembered for long in Ugandan music history, the Millennium Grounds Lugogo became a kingdom of rhythm and revelry as thousands of fans and supporters gathered for Cindy’s King Herself Royal Experience concert at Millennium Grounds on Friday. The …
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New Orleans, US | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s premier fashion house, ARAPAPA by Santa Anzo, will take center stage at the 37th Annual UNAA Convention & Trade Expo. Hosted at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans, the event runs from today, Friday, August 29, to September 1. The collaboration with …
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A beauty with brains vying for Miss Uganda 2025 Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the highly anticipated Miss Uganda 2025/2026 pageant draws close, one contestant is generating buzz for a host of reasons—including an inspiring story. Muhoza Trivia Elle, a 22-year-old beauty, is vying for the Miss Uganda …
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Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT | The rain poured and the evening air carried a crisp chill but inside Baoli Restaurant, the atmosphere was nothing short of fiery. This Sunday, the upscale venue was filled with a world of mystery and sophistication with an exclusive Masquerade Ball hosted by Juan …
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