Artist uses line and colour to tame his emotions on canvas but also exploits the same technique to connect with his audience ART | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | An encounter with Paul Kasambeko Kaspa‘s paintings showing in a solo exhibition titled Tamed Emotions reveals his growth on canvas. The artist previously known …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Celebrated Ugandan radio and TV host Karitas Karisimbi is set to return to television with a reality TV Talk Show titled My Story. The show, which will air on Pearl Magic Prime on DStv and GOtv, delves into the lives of individuals who have …
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Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Kampala thumped with rhythm and melody on the June 21 as Alliance Française de Kampala (AFK) hosted a vibrant Fête de la Musique (World Music Day) celebration at the Sheraton Hotel gardens. The free concert, a Kampala tradition for years, brought together a diverse …
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SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Skitmakers in Africa have become pivotal figures in the highly diversified entertainment industry, skilfully blending humour and social commentary to captivate audiences across the continent and beyond. These creative individuals harness the power of digital platforms to craft short, relatable, and often hilarious snippets that …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Richard Mulindwa – a multi-award-winning film producer, writer, and director, has called for mentorship among young actors, directors, and producers. He asserted that the lack of mentorship hinders the quality of many productions. “We are losing a lot of talent because of inexperienced directors …
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LOS ANGELES, California | Xinhua | Sony Pictures’ action comedy “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” debuted atop the North American box office this weekend, bringing in a projected 56 million U.S. dollars, data from the measurement firm Comscore showed on Sunday. The film also enjoyed an international debut of 48.6 …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Appearing on television often blurs the lines between a performer’s on-screen persona and their real-life identity. Renowned actors like Hellen Lukoma, Housen Mushema, Anne Kansiime, and Jason Statham exemplify this phenomenon. Their compelling characters on screen seamlessly intertwine with their authentic personalities, making it …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | What other way to start her performance than with Rukundo Egemeho at Rukundo Egumeho? Peace Mbabazi captivated the audience with a gospel music takeover, performing to her Ninsiima mukama Yesu, Bwayima yobusasi, Osiime, and wrapped up her performance a special performance with her Husband, …
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The Cherubim Choir and Africhorus Baptist High School, Kitebi have emerged winners of the Catholic and Protestant categories, respectively, in this year’s National Martyrs’ choir finale held in Kampala on the eve of Martyr’s Day. The two choirs each went home with a sh10million prize, in the competition organised by Vision …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited under the Baileys, White Cap and V&A brands, today announced a Sh10 million sponsorship for the 15th Anniversary celebrations of the Bride and Groom Expo. The announcement was made during the Expo launch at Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The three-day expo is …
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