Three women artists showcase multidisciplinary artworks symbolizing the aspect of challenging stereotypes on women identity and pushing the boundaries of conventional society ARTS | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | Women are globally known as the pillars of society, and yet their contributions are often overshadowed by societal prejudices that make them …
Read More »Women reshaping Kampala’s cocktail culture
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On any given Friday night in Kampala, the lights dim, the music rises and the bar counter becomes a stage. Behind it, bartenders measure, shake and garnish as cocktails slide across polished counters to eager patrons. A decade ago, in popular nightlife venues such as …
Read More »Etania: Becoming Life of the Party
ENTERTAINMENT | THE INDEPENDENT | For Etania, the road to headlining at Hockey Grounds has been quite the journey. While “Becoming Life of the Party” marks a historic first for female DJs, this moment is, in her eyes, a victory lap for an entire community that refused to let her …
Read More »Bell Citrus unveils nationwide DJ search with launch of Zesty Tours at Makerere
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bell Citrus has officially kicked off its Bell Zesty Tours following an explosive launch at Makerere’s Garden Courts Hostel in Kikoni. The event marked the beginning of a nationwide tour designed to shake up the party scene with this refreshing break from the ordinary. …
Read More »Captain Morgan Muck Pit hits the road
Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |Â Shortly after a colorful entry onto the party scene, the new Captain Morgan Muck Pit Melon Splash is taking the flavor and bold vibes far beyond the Kampala streets. Starting at the Masaka Sport Club last week, the tour has gone to the far west …
Read More »Riot’s LoL Format Update Shakes Up The Betting Scene
Riot has announced major changes to League of Legends’ competitive structure in 2026, including the elimination of the LEC winter split and a new format that will highlight the LEC’s first season in 2025. This new competitive structure will enhance the storytelling aspect of stage one of the League’s 2022 …
Read More »Uganda Waragi celebrates legacy at ‘Memories of Love Returned’ screening
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Art and culture enthusiasts got a special treat over the weekend with the Kampala screening of “Memories of Love Returned”. What began for many as a simple trip to the cinema became a wholesome uniting experience where generations converged to celebrate a story decades …
Read More »Etania, Josh Mc, DJ Wiz JÂ and more to takeover Smirnoff Fiesta in Nkozi
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A high-energy lineup featuring the life of the party, Etania, DJ Wiz J, Josh Mc and Nkozi’s TrellyOnSet and MC Ursh Trey has been announced for the awaited Smirnoff Fiesta takeover in Nkozi this Saturday, 14th March at Bbosa Hostel. Known for her crowd-pulling …
Read More »Bellazuri marks International Women’s Day with a gathering focused on African women and beauty.
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On 8 March, as the world marked International Women’s Day, Ugandan skincare brand Bellazuri – Roots of Beauty hosted a small women’s empowerment event at its head offices in Butabiika. Held under the theme “For the Woman Who Conquers Every Day,” the afternoon brought …
Read More »Women’s Day: Reach A Hand Uganda holds Leesu Film Festival to highlight adolescent girls’ challenges through film
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Uganda joins the world to mark International Women’s Day, Reach A Hand Uganda (RAHU), a leading youth-focused organization is shining a spotlight on young women who continue to feature in conversations around issues affecting women and girls across the country. To highlight these …
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