Isaiah Katumwa Turns Life’s Challenges Into Music in New Single ‘My Hope’
The Billboard-charting Ugandan saxophonist’s latest release, out October 19, blends African influences with smooth jazz to deliver a message of faith, resilience and fresh beginnings. Ugandan saxophonist and composer Isaiah Katumwa is set to release My Hope, a new instrumental single that draws on personal experience to explore resilience, faith
From COVID-19 boredom to TikTok fame: The Shalomaya story
What started as an idea to keep themselves busy during the Covid-19 lockdown has grown into a popular entertainment brand, with Ugandan comedy group Shalomaya building a following of more than one million people across East Africa. Operating mainly through the TikTok handle @Shalomaya and the Shalomaya YouTube channel, the
Tribute to Moses Matovu
By Isaiah Katumwa I received the news of Moses Matovu’s passing with a very heavy heart. To me, Moses was far more than one of Uganda’s greatest musicians. He was a pioneer, a mentor, an inspiration, and one of the people whose life helped many of us believe that a
New academy targets skills gap in Uganda’s music industry
Uganda’s creative industry is set for a new push towards professionalisation following the launch of Creator Academy, a one-year music development programme aimed at equipping producers with technical, business and professional skills to compete in local and international markets. The academy, established by Practical Stream Uganda Limited through its creative
Katumwa flies Uganda’s flag high with double Mzantsi Jazz Awards nomination
Ugandan jazz maestro Isaiah Katumwa is once again striking the right chord on the international stage, earning two prestigious nominations at the 10th Mzantsi Jazz Awards and reinforcing his status as one of Africa’s leading jazz exports. The celebrated saxophonist has been shortlisted in the highly competitive Best International Jazz
Ebola Fears Shut Down Uganda Film Festival 2026
Uganda’s entertainment industry has suffered a major setback after the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) postponed the 2026 Uganda Film Festival over rising Ebola fears in the Kampala Metropolitan Area. The decision, announced followed government restrictions on mass gatherings aimed at curbing the spread of the deadly virus. All festival activities,
The price of fame
For anyone who watches television, reads newspapers, listens to the radio, or follows celebrity blogs, it is easy to assume that fame comes with all the “good things in life”. According to many celebrities, this includes having lots of money, spending time in luxurious places with other high-profile people, and
DJ Kace Lights Up Season Two of ‘A Night in Mexico’
The moment the famous “RIP” sound effect blasted through the speakers, everyone inside Nomad Bar & Lounge knew exactly what it meant — another bottle of Don Julio 1942 was making its grand entrance. Carried shoulder-high through cheering crowds, escorted by mascots and flashing phone cameras, the luxury tequila bottle
Azawi, Winnie Nwagi, King Saha Set to Light Up Kampala Hills Run
In partnership with the Kampala Hash House Harriers (KH3), organisers have unveiled a star-powered entertainment lineup for the fourth edition of the KH3 7 Hills Run, set for Sunday, 17 May 2026. The post-race celebrations at Millennium Grounds, Lugogo will feature performances from Azawi, Winnie Nwagi, King Saha, and Afro-dancehall
Katumwa Breaks Into Billboard Charts with ‘New Days’
Uganda’s celebrated saxophonist Isaiah Katumwa has reached a major international milestone, with his latest single New Days debuting on the Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay Chart. The track entered the rankings at No. 85, marking a defining moment not only in Katumwa’s career but also for Uganda’s jazz scene, as few
