Uganda Waragi Cheers to 15 Years of Salvador at Africa Laughs Season 7 Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kingdom Kampala parking lot was filled with laughter last Saturday, as the 7th edition of Africa Laughs delivered a memorable comedy and music experience to mark Patrick “Salvador” Idringi’s 15-year …
Read More »Tanqueray’s ShowTime toasts to Ugandan mastery
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Over the weekend, Tanqueray hosted the inaugural ShowTime culinary and lifestyle experience at the Zara Gardens Hotel in Muyenga on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The exclusive, multifaceted experience offered guests an immersive journey through taste, sound and design, setting a new benchmark for premium …
Read More »Tanqueray to debut Showtime Daytime Series at Zara Gardens Hotel.
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Tanqueray is stepping up Kampala’s daytime social scene with the launch of Showtime. This first-of-its-kind bi-monthly daytime culinary experience will bring to life masterful cocktail artistry, culinary creativity and high fashion into one luxury showstopping experience. The first edition is slated for October 25th at …
Read More »CAF Trophy Hunt: Win iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPad Air 11, Valve Steam Deck, and other prizes in 1xBet promo!
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 …
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