Universal Studio Group’s UCP and Nigeria’s Comic Republic recently announced a partnership to create a film and TV series featuring characters from Comic Republic’s Vanguards Universe. We spoke with the team at Comic Republic to gain insight into their journey and future plans. SPECIAL FEATURE | BIRD AGENCY | Growing …
Read More »Filmmakers get expert tips on financing and film distribution to tap into global market
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 …
Read More »Annual world music day celebrated in Kampala
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | On the enchanting Saturday evening of June 24th, music enthusiasts and art lovers flocked to this iconic the Uganda National Cultural Centre, ready to embark on a mesmerizing journey of world music day also known as Fete de la Musique. The free concert was …
Read More »Diamond Platnumz to feature at Comedy Store fundraising concert
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 …
Read More »Pompi to kick-off Pole Pole album tour in Uganda
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Zambian gospel music artist – Pompi – has unveiled the “Pole Pole Tour” dates to promote his latest album with Uganda being the first location on the tour. Pole Pole – Pompi’s sixth studio album – will be performed live at the Alive in the …
Read More »MultiChoice Africa returns to profitability, affirms commitment to African entertainment
Despite challenging market conditions, MultiChoice Africa’s unwavering dedication to telling African stories and its ongoing investment in local content has been a driving force behind its success in a highly competitive sector Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | MultiChoice Africa Holdings has demonstrated remarkable resilience and achieved profitability, solidifying …
Read More »KATO LUBWAMA: The multitalented maestro
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 …
Read More »Kato Lubwama to be honoured at the National Theatre
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 …
Read More »Were Ancient Egyptians Black or White? Netflix’s Queen Cleopatra has revived a century-old controversy
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, …
Read More »A Ka Dope Band leader Kasura releases debut album “ODE”
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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