By Faith Kwagala Under the new rules, all buildings must be inspected by local authorities once construction is completed. The inspection is meant to ensure that each structure meets approved standards and is safe for people to live or work in before an occupation permit is issued.Officials say this measure will help reduce the increasing…
By Faith Kwagala When Doreck Ankunda spoke at the Inclusive Africa Conference 2025, her story inspired many. After losing her hearing as a child, she faced rejection and isolation. Many doubted her dreams of becoming an actress. But she refused to give up.Her breakthrough came in When You Become Me, where her powerful performance earned…
By Faith Kwagala SOROTI CITY– The East African Civil Aviation Academy (EACAA) celebrated its 3rd graduation ceremony on Friday, March 27, 2026, as 53 students entered the professional ranks. The class included 24 pilots, 21 aircraft maintenance technicians, and 8 flight operations specialists.However, the milestone was overshadowed by a dire warning from Director Col Ronald…
ByJosephine Kayaga Jamaican dancehall star Spice has sparked excitement online after appearing in a traditional gomesi, blending Caribbean style with Ugandan culture. The striking look quickly went viral, with fans praising the singer for embracing a new cultural identity while maintaining her bold and confident image.Photos of the singer in the elegant outfit circulated widely…
By Josephine Kayaga President Yoweri Museveni has signed the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Act, 2026 into law, strengthening protection for creatives in Uganda. The law updates the 2006 framework to address modern challenges like online piracy and digital distribution, and introduces tougher penalties, including fines of up to Shs50 million or imprisonment of up…
By Josephine Kayaga Joshua Baraka has dismissed rumors claiming he signed with a Nigerian music label. He clarified that the reports are false and stated that he is currently independent, focusing on building his own team and managing his career direction. The speculation arose because many East African artists are joining Nigerian labels for wider…
By Kayaga Josephine Jowy Landa has broken her silence on her fallout with Black Shuga, describing the end of their friendship as deeply painful. The dispute reportedly began months ago after Jowy failed to perform at one of Shuga’s events and later escalated when she asked for facilitation for another appearance. Jowy says she had…
By Josephine Kayaga Uganda has started installing a new locally developed device called “Nyange” to track music played in public and commercial spaces. According to Eddy Kenzo, the president of the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF), the devices are already being set up in venues like hotels, bars, and media houses. The technology identifies songs…
By Josephine Kayaga Ugandan artist Ykee Benda has opened up about one of the most painful periods of his life, revealing how a bitter custody battle pushed him into depression, sleepless nights, and emotional breakdown. Behind his success and confident public image, the Mpaka Records boss was struggling with deep personal turmoil following the collapse…
By Josephine Kayaga Columnist Andrew Kaggwa offers a witty take on the cross-border banter sparked by DJ Spinny’s appearance on The Bag, a popular East African DJ mix series. What began as a simple online reaction quickly escalated into a full-blown digital debate, with Kenyan DJs and social media users critiquing Spinny’s transitions, while Ugandans…
