By BigEyeUg Team It’s official — celebrated band singer Stecia Mayanja has taken a bold step into Uganda’s political arena. In a surprising but serious turn of events, Stecia was today unveiled as the new President of the National Peasants Party (NPP), marking her formal entry into active politics. This development comes shortly after she publicly declared her intention to contest for the Kampala Woman MP seat in the 2026 general elections — a position currently held by Shamim Malende of the National Unity Platform (NUP). Initially, many netizens had dismissed her political ambition as mere social media talk aimed…
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By BigEyeUg Team Dax Vibez has spoken out following his recent release from jail in Jinja, where he had been detained alongside his brother, fellow singer Mikie Wine. In an emotional statement, Dax revealed he was subjected to physical abuse while in custody, including beatings and a disturbing incident where his private parts were squeezed by unknown individuals. According to Dax, he was on his way back to Kampala when he received a distress call from Mikie Wine, alerting him that he was in trouble. He turned back to check on his brother and found him at a police station…
By BigEyeUg Team Rickman Manrick has revealed plans to officially retire from active music in 2028. In an interview wi, the artist shared that he will mark the end of his music journey with a grand concert celebrating a decade in the industry. “I’m going to retire from music in 2028, with a concert celebrating 10 years of Rickman. It will be my first and last show,” Rickman said. The concert, which he says will be both his debut and final live performance, will be a culmination of his career that started with his breakout hit Ebango. Reflecting on his…
By BigEyeUg Team Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has confirmed his attendance at Pastor Wilson Bugembe’s upcoming concert as the Chief Guest. The concert, scheduled for August 8th at Kampala Serena Hotel, will mark Bugembe’s 20-year milestone in the music industry. The confirmation was made during a recent public event where Pastor Bugembe extended the invitation in person. In a heartfelt moment, the Katikkiro responded positively, expressing his willingness to join in celebrating the gospel singer’s two-decade-long musical journey. Pastor Bugembe, a beloved figure in Uganda’s gospel music scene, is known for hits like Komawo Eka, Ani, and Lengera…
By BigEyeUg Team Ugandan singer Winnie Nwagi has once again made it clear that she will not tolerate disrespectful behaviour from fans at her shows — even if it means losing some of her audience. In a bold and unapologetic statement during a recent interview, Nwagi expressed her stance on maintaining discipline among her supporters. She emphasized that she’s perfectly fine with a shrinking fan base if it helps rid her concerts of unruly individuals. “I want a disciplined fan base,” Nwagi said. “If there are a few indisciplined individuals within my fan base, I will always sort them like…
By BigEyeUg Team Renowned Ugandan saxophonist Isaiah Katumwa is set to mark a major milestone in his career with a grand concert titled “30 Years of Ugandan Jazz”, scheduled for Sunday, July 20th, 2025, at the Serena Hotel Kampala. Addressing the media at a press conference, Katumwa described the upcoming show as more than a personal celebration it’s a national cultural moment. “This concert is bigger than my name,” he said. “It’s about the past, the present, and the future of jazz in Uganda. It’s about lifting others as I rise.” Reflecting on his journey, Katumwa recalled humble beginnings in 1995…
By BigEyeUg Team Western Uganda’s musical powerhouse Ray G is celebrating a major milestone as his Checkmate EP has soared to Number 1 on Apple Music in Uganda. The project, which was officially released on June 28, has quickly captured the hearts of fans across the country, dominating the streaming charts. The 6-track EP now leads the Apple Music Uganda charts, ahead of other notable releases. Among those trailing in the top 5 is Bebe Cool’s Break The Chains album, which currently sits at Number 4. Ray G, real name Reagan Muhairwe, has built a loyal following over the years,…
By BigEyeUg Team Singer Winnie Nwagi has once again found herself in the spotlight for her aggressive on-stage behavior after a video of her slapping a fan during a performance in Ntungamo went viral. But the fiery songstress is unapologetic — and says she won’t stop anytime soon. In response to the video, Nwagi admitted to slapping the reveller but denied claims that she kicked him as well. She explained that the clip circulating online was edited to exaggerate the incident. “That video was edited. It was simply a slap, I didn’t kick him,” she clarified. “I was performing the…
Equity Bank Uganda, in collaboration with KPMG and Nation Media Group (NMG), is set to officially launch the 2025 Top 100 Mid-Sized Companies Survey on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala. Now a flagship initiative in Uganda’s private sector, this year’s survey will be held under the theme: “Driving Inclusive Business Growth – Empowering SMEs across All Sectors for Economic Transformation.” The campaign aims to spotlight and celebrate Uganda’s top-performing mid-sized enterprises that are making significant contributions to the country’s economic development. As a strong advocate for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Equity Bank Uganda continues…
By BigEyeUg Team Rapper and singer Rickman Manrick has opened up about the female artistes who have left a lasting mark on his musical journey, both this year and in the past. Speaking in a recent interview, Rickman revealed a list of his favorite female collaborators and inspirations, noting that they have consistently delivered excellence and contributed significantly to his creative process. “There are quite many who have performed well, but I will go with Ava Peace, Lydia Jazmine, Winnie Nwagi, Pretty Banks, Vinka, Likkle Bangi, and Tracy Melon — with no particular order,” Rickman said. He emphasized that this…