Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Film and TV shows in Uganda have for the past two years marked tremendous improvement and growth in quality of the films and overall how best filmmakers can reap from this trade. Sets have never been busier in Uganda. It all points to the …
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Kampala, Uganda | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | The exhibition showcases the artist’s recent body of work including new paintings, a series of drawings, alongside his more familiar sculptures Like is the norm with the multi-disciplinary artist, Wasswa Donald aka Wasswad, to stage a Solo Show every after two to three years, he …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Comedy Store is organizing a fundraising concert to be headlined by Diamond Platnumz on July 14 at Kololo ceremonial grounds. Alex Muhangi, the founder of Comedy Store told journalists in Kampala on June 19 that the proceeds from the concert are to enhance the …
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The exchange program between the two varsities is intended to foster collaborative approaches to existing communities challenges Kampala, Uganda | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | Uganda and Norway may exist in different hemispheres, but they share a common voice on issues of climate change. The exchange program between the School of Industrial and …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Paul Kato Lubwama, a highly respected artist known for his significant contributions to modern art and creativity in Uganda has received a remarkable tribute at the National Theatre in Kampala. It is uncommon for an artist to be honored at this renowned institution, which …
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SPECIAL FEATURE | THE INDEPENDENT | Mention of the name Kato Lubwama evokes a sense of excitement among those immersed in Uganda’s modern art and creative industry. Countless individuals have tales to share, often culminating in fits of laughter. Paul Kato-Lubwama achieved widespread recognition in the creativity arts, establishing himself …
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The exhibition pays homage to the emerging vibrancy of the regional art scene and the power of women artists to influence change in society. Kampala, Uganda | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | A group exhibition of artists from across the East African region is likely to come with many expectations. This is because …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The body of the fallen drama artist Paul Kato Lubwa shall lay at the National Theatre in Kampala on Monday 12th June for his fellow artists and lovers of art to pay their last respects. Kato Lubwama known to many as Uncle Kato, breathed his …
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The Netflix docudrama Queen Cleopatra, released on May 10, sparked controversy for casting a black actress as the famous Egyptian queen, reviving a decades-old debate over skin colour. SPECIAL FEATURE | BIRD AGENCY | “I announce on this day to the media that Cleopatra was not black. Cleopatra was Greek, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Francis Kasura, the band leader of A Ka Dope Band announced the release of his debut album titled ODE. The album features 11 songs. He broke the news on his various social media pages on 5th June 2023 which doubles as his birthday. Kasura …
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