ENTERTAINMENT

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kigozi George Wiliam, popularly known as Geosteady, was one of the headline acts at the just-concluded Roast and Rhyme Afro-Halloween edition held at Jahazi Pier Munyonyo, and set the pace for what would be an exciting live musical affair for the rest of the evening. …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Halloween décor and costumes, fun group activities and effortlessly executed live music ensured that the just-concluded Afro-Halloween edition of Roast and Rhyme – and the last edition of 2022 –was an exceptional experience. Organised by Swangz Avenue and Bell Lager (a product of Uganda Breweries …

Music producer Kgaogelo ‘Master KG’ Moagi’s 2018 hit song ‘Waya Waya’ has gone viral, thanks to another dance challenge Johannesburg, South Africa | BIRD AGENCY | “Jerusalema” hit-maker Kgaogelo Moagi, better known as Master KG, has once again grabbed global attention after his more than 4-years-old song, ‘Waya Waya’; a …

Zimbabwean dissapointed after being given a “nyanya mbizzi” rolex on a Uganda Airlines flight  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Africa Laughs comedy show made a grand return for its sixth edition Friday 28th October at the Kololo ceremonial grounds The show, sponsored by Uganda Waragi – a product of Uganda …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Waragi has announced its sponsorship of Ugandan comedy through several comedy shows that will run across the country for the foreseeable future. The announcement was made by Uganda Breweries Limited’s Brand Manager Mainstream Spirits, Hillary Baguma, during a press conference at Arcadia Suites Hotel. …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Roots Band and Joseph Sax were some of the great entertainers who graced the inaugural Piknik Fest held last weekend at Nyasi Eco Resort, sponsored by Baileys Delight – a product of Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL). The resort – located in Kajjansi within a scenic …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nigerian Afropop singer, songwriter and artiste Yemi Alade – will headline this year’s final edition of Blankets & Wine on the 11th of December 2022 at the Lugogo Cricket Oval, powered by Tusker Cider – a product of Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL). The announcement was …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | There has been much speculation about who will take on the role of the Black Panther. American actor, Chadwick Boseman, who played the titular role in the original film, died of colon cancer in 2020. He was the first black actor to headline one of …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | After the successful 15th Edition in Jinja dubbed Nyam on the Nile, Roast and Rhyme is back to Kampala at Jahazi Pier Munyonyo for the 16th Edition on 30th October. This Halloween edition sets to elicit the fun and spooky side of revellers while …

The artist figuratively explores and interrogates the subject of peace tranquility in the Monarchy Kamapala, Uganda | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | Buganda is the largest Kingdom in Uganda occupying vast territory across the country. Since the precolonial times, the monarchy has hosted several groups of people including Arab traders, European explorers …