Author: BigEyeUg1

By Our Reporter As April came to an end and Kampala stepped into the Labour Day holiday weekend, many city dwellers traded loud parties and crowded dance floors for something far more refreshing; a relaxed evening of laughter, teamwork, cocktails and brain-teasing fun. As more people embrace calmer, experience-driven nights that encourage genuine connection and relaxation, quiz nights continue to grow in popularity for offering easygoing entertainment where friends bond over random knowledge, strangers become teammates and laughter trumps perfection. On Friday night, May 1, 2026, Inspire Café transformed into a warm social hub as Black & White whisky powered…

By Our Reporter Pearl Bank, whose purpose is to Foster Prosperity for Ugandans, extended its support to the Just Believe Day outreach held on Saturday in Kawempe-Kazo. Just Believe Day is a high-impact community outreach aimed at delivering both immediate relief and long-term empowerment within Bwaise – Kawempe, one of Kampala’s most vibrant yet underserved communities. Spearheaded by Ugandan artist Joshua Baraka, the initiative is designed to respond to pressing socio-economic challenges while inspiring hope, resilience, and opportunity among residents, particularly the youth. Just Believe Day seeks to address immediate needs through the distribution of essential relief packages to approximately…

By Our Reporter By midday on Saturday, the signs were already there. Social media was buzzing, guests were posting unsolicited updates, and the road stretching from Ndere Centre to Kisaasi was filling up with cars long before the show even started. By 4:15PM, traffic had built up around the venue, with cars awkwardly parked along the roadside and guests already verifying tickets at the entrance. Abeeka Band’s maiden concert had arrived, and Kampala showed up early. For a band that started five years ago performing for just 15 people at a hotel, Saturday night at Ndere Centre felt like a…

By Our Reporter In a move that could redefine how the world sees Uganda’s heritage, the Buganda Kingdom is exploring a partnership with filmmaker Mathew Nabwiso on Flames of Faith, his upcoming historical epic about Kabaka Mwanga and the Uganda Martyrs. The potential partnership is the direct result of a strategic push by Ambassador Rosa Malango, the Special Presidential Envoy for Tourism and Trade, to elevate Community-Based Tourism by bridging the gap between the nation’s creative industry and its traditional institutions. Leading a high-profile delegation comprising the Producers Guild of Uganda Board and iKON Film and Television Awards representatives, Amb.…

By Our Reporter He produced ‘One Dance’. One of the biggest, if not the biggest song of the modern chart era. It was number one for 15 weeks, the longest in the modern era; the hold this song had might never be replicated. It was everywhere. On the phone, in the car, some weird saloon, or on a certain radio station at 4am. Some people were busy trying to find WizKid’s voice in the song. Now, the man behind that song, not Drake or Wizkid, but the man behind that song’s production, DJ Maphorisa, a name behind other anthems such…

Uganda’s celebrated saxophonist, Isaiah Katumwa, has scored a major international milestone after his latest single, New Days, debuted on the prestigious Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay Chart, marking a defining moment not only in his career but also for Uganda’s jazz scene. According to emerging chart data and artist confirmations, New Days entered the Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay rankings at No. 85, a significant achievement in a highly competitive global genre dominated by established American and European jazz acts. A Breakthrough Moment for Ugandan Jazz The Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay chart tracks the most-played smooth jazz songs across radio stations, using…

Ugandan award winning artist Mungu Feni is set to release two major singles produced and shot with top Nigerian talent. The projects are being handled by top video director Avon Aklope and leading audio producers Skerz Beatz and Fiokee. Uganda’s own Nessim is also on the project. The two songs are estimated to cost over Shs300 million. According to insiders, the tracks are titled Grace and My Story. Mungu Feni’s fans are eagerly awaiting the releases, which are projected to be game-changers on the Ugandan music scene. In March this year, the artist and philanthropist Benard Feni won the Best…

By Our Reporter Vibez Nzuri is set to kick off its 2026 calendar in style, with celebrated Ugandan rapper Mun G and rising star Kohen Jaycee confirmed as headline performers for its highly anticipated first edition of the year. The event, scheduled for May 2 at Gazebo, opposite Total Petrol Station in Najjera, promises a high-energy experience that blends music, culture and vibrant social interaction. The duo will headline a diverse lineup of performers including CXJ Powell and Kyle Simba, all expected to deliver electrifying sets. Mun G, a legendary powerhouse in the Ugandan music industry known for his witty…

Ugandan media personality and seasoned event host Kella McKenzie now based in the United Kingdom has been actively hosting high profile events in London, positioning himself as a dynamic force within the diaspora entertainment circuit. After hosting the Queen Sheebah and King Saha concert in London, McKenzie this May will be hosting “The Shady Mixtape Party Season 8,” a vibrant two day celebration featuring Ugandan artists and DJs at Berwick Manor Hotel London. Known for his commanding stage presence and years of experience on Ugandan radio and television, McKenzie seamlessly has transitioned into the UK events space making him a…

By Our Reporter For years, Uganda’s live band culture was often treated as the afterparty, something tucked into lounges, bars and late-night hangouts, where musicians breathed new life into other people’s songs while the “real stars” remained the original artists. But bands like Abeeka have quietly changed that script. After five years of building a reputation as one of Kampala’s most dependable live acts, Abeeka Band is stepping into new territory: its first standalone concert, Roots and Vibes, set for May 2 at Ndere Centre, alongside the release of original music, a major shift for a group largely known for…