Tag Archives: Music

  Ray G Makes History at Kololo Airstrip with Uganda Waragi Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT |  Under the lights of Kololo Airstrip, Ray G delivered the biggest performance of his career. The King of the West has now officially stepped into his grandest era yet, following his historic showcase …

  Kampala, Uganda | CAROLYNE MUYAMA | To combat a significant civic crisis and reduce tribal divisions, the Uganda Media Centre (UMC) and the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance have initiated Sauti Ya Uganda (Voice of Uganda). This nationwide anthem contest offers a grand prize of Shs 100 million …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Africa’s music industry becomes increasingly interconnected, Ugandan artists are steadily turning to regional platforms to build collaborations, strengthen their understanding of the business side of music, and expand into wider African markets. Among those navigating this shift is recording artist Mungu Feni, who …

  Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | It is a story of one rising from the ashes. Congolese-born Christophe Biluge Birhakabulirwa—known globally as Topistar Di Congo—is set to make his mark in the capital, Kampala. The 21-year-old has made his name navigating from the stark realities of the Kyaka II …

Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Supremacy Lounge witnessed the epic finale of the Real DJ Scratch Battle Season 3 as powered by Smirnoff. This grand showdown served as the ultimate platform to spotlight upcoming and underground deejaying talent who serve as heartbeat of Uganda’s buzzing nightlife. Eleven contestants converged …

SPECIAL FEATURE |  Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is a Ugandan music star and political leader currently in exile. Framing his movement as a “people power” struggle by young Ugandans for democratic transition, he is a vocal critic of the regime. After a disputed election in January won by long-time ruler …

    Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The iKON, Uganda’s biggest and most prestigious film awards ceremony, has officially closed the film submission entry for the 4th iKON Awards with a significant surge in international film entries from across Africa and beyond. A total of 300 films, comprising both local …

Smirnoff Celebrates Etania’s Crowning Moment at Debut Show   Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT CORRESPONDENT | Last Saturday, entertainer Etania defied all odds during her maiden headliner show at Hockey Grounds to reaffirm her as the unmatched “Life of the Party”. The experience began with a deep dive into Etania’s roots …

London, UK | ENTERTAINMENT CORRESPONDENT | British Ugandan artist Platin Dinero is emerging as one of the most promising new voices in the international music landscape. Born in Mpigi and raised in Kampala, his sound reflects a fusion of Afrobeat, Reggaeton, Afropop, Pop and Dancehall, a blend shaped by both …

Kampala, Uganda | ENTERTAINMENT CORRESPONDENT | Linus’ Tattoo Studio on Bukoto Street was buzzing on Wednesday afternoon as Smirnoff hosted a party preview for Etania’s upcoming headline show, “Becoming the Life of the Party” set for Saturday, April 4th, at the Lugogo Hockey Grounds. The event mirrored Etania’s own signature …