DJ Bush Baby Passes Away
Renowned Ugandan media personality and DJ, DJ Bush Baby, born Benjamin Owor, has passed away. Owor was found dead in his studio in Entebbe. Efforts are underway to convey his body to the mortuary. DJ Bush Baby was a household name in Uganda’s entertainment industry, known for his vibrant presence
Canon Academy Juniors Partners with Star Kids Club to Ignite Creativity in Kampala’s Young Talent through Photography Training
Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) launched its Canon Academy Juniors photography training programme in partnership with Star Kids Club, East Africa’s renowned kids’ talent academy. The programme, which kicked off in Kampala, Uganda, caters to children aged 8 to 16 and aims to nurture creativity, build technical skills, and
Afreximbank’s CANEX unveils third edition of short film competition
Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX), an intervention by African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the third edition of its vibrant short film competition, CANEX Shorts, that is designed to recognise and celebrate talents of young filmmakers from Africa and the Diaspora. Filmmakers between the ages of 18 and 35 years can
Share a Coke’ Campaign: Fik Fameica, Vinka Electrify Students at MUBS Cultural Gala
Singers Fik Fameica and Vinka lit up the Makerere University Business School (MUBS) Cultural Gala, thrilling students with high-energy performances that perfectly complemented the festivities on campus. The event was part of Coca-Cola Uganda’s globally cherished ‘Share a Coke’ campaign—now refreshed to resonate with Gen Z’s longing for real, meaningful
Mezo Noir reopens after mysterious death of Martha Ahumuza Murari
Mezo Noir, a popular hangout place in Kololo, has reopened barely ten days after closure. The Closure followed mysterious death of Martha Ahumuza Murari. Ahumuza, a recent graduate of Isbat University, reportedly collapsed in the manager’s office at Mezo Noir, a nightclub in Kololo. She was rushed to the ICU
Court Orders Black-Market Records to Pay Shs 130 million to Bruno K for Copyright Infringement
The Commercial division of High Court has ordered Black-Market Records to pay Shs 130 million to singer Kiggundu Bruno, popularly known as Bruno K, for copyright infringement and fraud. In 2022, Bruno K sued Black Market Records Entertainment-SMC LTD, Singleton Cedric Lychern, Kisame Shadrack Shagaf, and Black-Market Media LLC T
Vinka & Fik Fameica to Ignite MUBS Cultural Gala 2025
Singers Fik Fameica and Vinka are set to electrify the Makerere University Business School (MUBS) Cultural Gala on April 4, 2025, at the university grounds. Under the theme “Rooted in Tradition, Growing Towards Sustainability,” the gala will showcase vibrant cultural performances, including traditional dance, art, fashion competitions, and storytelling. The
iKon Awards 2025 Honors Nominees with Certificates of Recognition
The iKon Awards Executive Committee has honoured the nominees of the iKon Awards 2025 with certificates of nomination in recognition of their nomination. The nominees were officially recognized during a special luncheon held on March 15, 2025, at Divine Resort Beach in Mukono. The certificates are an official record of
Music Star Avril Lavigne Set to Perform at Warped Tour for First Time Ever
As announced Tuesday (Feb. 11), Avril Lavigne will perform at one of three stops on the iconic traveling rock show — which is set to make a comeback in 2025 after six years off the road — for the first time in her career. In a joint announcement video posted by the
Filmmakers give parliament millions
The filmmakers’ industry through its body, Pearlwood has allocated Shs57.6 million to support the Uganda Parliamentary Forum for Creative Industries in reviewing and updating the National Culture Policy. In the same event, supported by African Union (AU) and SELAM, the Connect for Culture Africa program in Uganda has secured more
