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24 April 2026, 11:14 am
Northern Uganda Film Awards (NUFA)in high gear ahead of 2026 gala
By Gift Okello Preparations for the second edition of the Northern Uganda Film Awards (NUFA) are in high gear. Organizers have reported a 31 percent increase in film submissions ahead of the ceremony, which is scheduled for May 2, 2026,…
17 April 2026, 3:38 pm
Lango filmmakers earn three nominations at Uganda film festival 2026
By Baker Okello The Lango Filmmakers Association (LAFA) has secured three nominations at the 13th edition of the Uganda Film Festival (UFF) 2026, organised by the Uganda Communications Commission. The annual festival, themed “Transformation: The Power of Local Stories,” seeks…
31 March 2026, 3:28 pm
Charles Osendro calls on Lira City to recognise musician Brazen Rule
By Onapa Samie A well-known radio journalist in Lango and respected Taekwondo master, Charles Osendro, has called on Lira City authorities to formally recognise musician Brazen Rule for his significant contributions to the region’s cultural identity and heritage. Osendro noted…
5 December 2025, 10:24 pm
Simba Omuti Music Festival 2025 launched to promote tree planting
By Ronald Ssemagonja Doctor Dennis Daniel Ssemugenyi, together with Abbey Musinguzi, popularly known as Abitex, has officially launched the Simba Omuti Music Festival 2025 under the theme, “Plant a Tree, Save Nature.” The festival is scheduled to take place at…
14 November 2025, 12:34 pm
Kagadi artists demand equal stage time at presidential functions
By James Muhumuza Kagadi artists say they hope this time their voices will be heard and that the stage will finally belong to both national stars and the homegrown talent that anchors the cultural fabric of Bunyoro. Local artists in…
6 August 2025, 4:23 pm
Kampala city festival returns; Uganda to host UNESCO Africa engineering week
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has officially announced the return of the highly anticipated Kampala City Festival, scheduled to take place on 5 October 2025, after a six-year hiatus. The announcement was made today at the…
16 July 2025, 6:34 pm
Victoria University backs Pastor Wilson Bugembe’s 20th music anniversary conce…
By Ronald Ssemagonja In a significant show of support for the gospel music industry, Victoria University Kampala has today announced that it will be the full sponsor of Pastor Wilson Bugembe’s 20th Anniversary concert, set to take place on 8…
14 February 2025, 10:49 am
Shine Fm Oyam Praised For Peace and Growth during International Celebration of W…
By Eman Yonah Oruk Program Manager Shine Fm Wendo Boniface Odongo Advocating for peace and growth During International World Radio Day Shine fm oyam yesterday joined rest of the radio family in the world to mark World Radio Day 2025…
16 September 2024, 7:21 pm
From tech to tracks: Apollo BW’s journey to globalise Ugandan music
By Shadrach Bethel Afayo Introduction: Having a dream is one thing; turning that dream into reality is another. Everyone dreams, not just in the sense of going to bed and having visions during sleep. Consider it in the context of…
19 August 2024, 5:40 pm
The enduring legacy of Iddi Masaba
By Shadrach Bethel Afayo Music, like many arts, has been refined and redeveloped over the years. Genres have emerged, and technological advancements have not only streamlined production but also uncovered hidden talents worldwide. However, this constant evolution has also brought…