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Nothing personal, Nyombi tells Saava’s family
Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Executive Director Hon. Nyombi Thembo has said the ongoing case involving Dean Lubowa Saava is strictly a matter of law and not retaliation for personal or online attacks, calling for a clear distinction between institutional accountability and personal relationships. In a statement issued after meeting Saava’s family, Nyombi said the engagement…
‘Starboy’ Wizkid bags 3 awards in US
NEWARK, New Jersey — Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid was the big winner at the 11th Annual African Entertainment Awards USA (AEAUSA) 2025, held virtually with winners announced on December 20, 2025. The “Starboy” artist claimed three major awards, cementing his status as one of Africa’s most influential musicians. Wizkid took home: Best Male Artist, Album…
Filmmaker Solomon Jagwe completes 13-year gorilla animation ‘Galiwango’
Solomon W. Jagwe, a Ugandan film director, 3D artist, animator, and creator of the popular Adventures of Nkoza and Nankya, has announced the completion of his long-awaited 3D animated film, Galiwango, focusing on mountain gorilla conservation. The project, which has taken 13 years to finish, was inspired by Jagwe’s firsthand research in the Bwindi Impenetrable…
Jolly Katerega: I’m not in love with CID boss Magambo
Founding Kampala University vice-chancellor Prof. Badru Katerega’s wife, Jolly Shubaiha Katerega, has issued a formal statement to “categorically and unequivocally” refute rumours circulating on social media regarding a purported affair with the Director of the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), AIGP Tom Magambo. The statement, titled “OFFICIAL STATEMENT,” aims to set the record straight following what…
Gloria Bugie: my body is a wild sinner
Ugandan singer Gloria Bugie, popularly known for her “Time Temala” hit, has pushed back against critics who have questioned her bold stage persona and choice of entertainment. The recently crowned Zikomo Best Female Artiste East Africa dismissed suggestions that her body should be considered a “temple of God,” instead unapologetically describing it as a “wild…