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By BigEyeUg Team Joshua Baraka has opened up about his upbringing and the difficult decisions he had to make between pursuing his passion for music and fulfilling his family’s expectations. In a heartfelt revelation, Baraka shared that his mother had always dreamed of seeing him become a doctor. Growing up, he says he was determined to be a good son and not add to his mother’s burdens. “I just wanted to be a good kid and I didn’t give her a hard time because she was already suffering, and they wanted me to be a doctor,” he said. Baraka described…

By BigEyeUg Team Spice Diana has shared a piece of advice for fellow musicians, especially those who have already established their names in the industry—stop chasing hit songs. Speaking openly about her own journey, Spice Diana said she no longer feels the pressure to produce a viral track with every release. Instead, she focuses on maintaining her brand and legacy. “The only time I needed a hit was the Onsanula time, maybe in Nkoona too,” she explained. “As you grow up, you just fight to maintain your name.” According to Spice, the sustainability of an artist’s career relies more on…

By BigEyeUg Team Singer Bebe Cool has opened up about the health and mental struggles of his first born son, Allan Hendrik Ssali. While appearing on Galaxy TV in an exclusive interview with Mr Henrie, the singer was asked about the rumors that his son wasn’t doing well mentally. The Gagamel boss did not shy away from this question and answered it candidly. He stated that it’s true his son was undergoing depression but this is a matter that had to do with his private life and gun as a father couldn’t do anything. Bebe Cool pointed out his son…

By BigEyeUg Team Veteran singer and philanthropist Halima Namakula has shared the story behind the founding of Beat FM, one of Uganda’s well-known radio stations. Speaking candidly, Halima revealed that the idea was born as far back as 2002, thanks to a conversation she had with her eldest son. According to Halima, her son was the mastermind behind the radio station. “My son brought the idea,” she explained. “We didn’t want to plead for airplay for our artists.” At the time, they had already established a recording studio, and setting up a radio station seemed like a natural step to…

By BigEyeUg Team Veteran media personality Omulangira Ndausi has stirred debate after claiming that singer Rema Namakula would have reached even greater heights had she remained under the Gagamel Crew led by Bebe Cool. Speaking during an appearance on Kasuku Live alongside fellow Gagamel loyalist Jenkins Mukasa, Ndausi said that Rema missed a golden opportunity to elevate her career to global levels. He compared her current trajectory to the rise of new school sensation Joshua Baraka, who is gaining international recognition. “Rema had everything it takes to become an international star, even more than she is now, but she lost…

By BigEyeUg Team Ugandan dancehall artist Yung Mulo is mourning the loss of his father, whose death he announced via his official Facebook page. The deceased, whose name was not immediately disclosed, was a well-known figure in several Kampala suburbs, including Makindye, Najjanankumbi, Namasuba, Lubowa, and the surrounding areas. His influence and popularity in these communities earned him deep respect over the years. Yung Mulo shared the heartbreaking news with his fans, writing a brief post confirming his father’s passing. He did not reveal further details at the time but assured the public that burial arrangements would be communicated in…

By BigEyeUg Team Kampala’s vibrant music scene just got a stylish upgrade as renowned DJ and music producer, DJ Lito, recently acquired a sleek Mercedes-Benz ML 350, valued at approximately $30,000. Converting this to Ugandan Shillings at the current exchange rate of around 3,965 UGX per USD (based on recent financial data), the luxury SUV is worth an impressive USh 119,000,000. The celebrated DJ proudly showcased his new German whip to his enthusiastic followers, sparking excitement across social media platforms. Who is DJ Lito? DJ Lito, born James Okello, is one of Uganda’s most dynamic and influential disc jockeys, known…

As Uganda joins the rest of the world in marking World Refugee Day today, Equity Bank Uganda is shining a light on how access to financial services is helping thousands of refugees rebuild their lives with dignity and independence. Through its Social Protection program, the Bank has extended support to refugee-led businesses and made possible cash transfers to over 130,000 families across nine of the 13 refugee settlements in Uganda. Speaking to media ahead of the day, Equity Bank Manager for Social protection Derrick Kyambadde revealed that in the last two years alone, Equity Bank has provided closed to Ushs1.8 billion in support to close to 400 refugee led businesses. Among the…

By BigEyeUg Team Veteran musician and philanthropist Halima Namakula has proudly recounted her legacy as a pioneer in Uganda’s entertainment scene, revealing that she was the first female artist in the country to own a radio station. Speaking about her groundbreaking achievements, Halima shared that after returning from the United States in the late 1990s and early 2000s, she launched Beat FM, a radio station that became a major force in promoting local music and talent. But that was just the beginning. “I was also the first female artist to own a recording studio,” Halima said. “And the first female…

By BigEyeUg Team Veteran Ugandan musician Bebe Cool has revealed a major regret he carries from the height of his musical career — not pursuing international success when the opportunity presented itself. In a recent interview with Galaxy TV, the Gagamel boss candidly admitted that he failed to make the most of his global prospects, especially during his frequent performances in London. “Every time I went to perform in London, I got in touch with everybody who could have helped but I didn’t,” Bebe Cool shared. Despite his past hesitation, the “Love You Every Day” hitmaker is not letting that…