ENTERTAINMENT

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Africa Magic, in partnership with MultiChoice, has set the ball rolling for the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). Entries are now open and will close on Friday, 31 January 2025. The AMVCAs celebrate exceptional talent, creativity, and innovation within the …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The clash between the two local musicians Patrick Mulwana aka Alien Skin and Pius Mayanja alias Pallaso has taken another twist. This is after Alien Skin dragged Pallaso to Katwe police station on accusations of stealing his six million shillings and destroying five cars. On …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The State Minister for Youth and Children, Balaam Barugahara, has called upon the Uganda Police Force to intervene in the ongoing clashes of gangs loyal to musicians Patrick Mulwana alias Alien Skin and Pius Mayanja aka Pallaso. He said effective Thursday, his music promotion company …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | M-Net’s Pearl Magic Prime (DStv Ch. 148 & GOtv Ch. 303) is thrilled to announce the launch of Kajjubi’s Estate, a fresh and hilarious comedy series created by veteran and seasoned actor, Micheal Wawuyo Sr. This comedic drama introduces viewers to a lively and unpredictable …

  LOS ANGELES | Xinhua |  Paramount’s action-adventure comedy film “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” took the top spot at the North American box office for the second weekend in a row with an estimated three-day cume of 38 million U.S. dollars, data from measurement firm Comscore showed on Sunday. The …

Cheer for even longer with DStv and GOtv’s biggest festive gift coming your way: 72 hours of all channels, all content, all yours GOtv, DStv spread holiday cheer with an unforgettable gift of entertainment Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | This festive season, GOtv and DStv are turning up the holiday …

Since its inception, the fellowship has produced 18 short films addressing the challenges facing young people – including Doreen Mirembe’s “Mama Wange” which is currently being produced into a feature film. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A group of 10 young and passionate Ugandan filmmakers will undergo months of professional …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Amid increasing public concern over indecency in music and public performances, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has intensified efforts to enforce regulations aimed at safeguarding the nation’s moral and cultural values. In a press conference following a stakeholders’ dialogue hosted by the Uganda National Cultural …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Dexta Daps is promising an unforgettable experience for Ugandans at Lugogo Cricket Oval on Saturday December 14th. Anticipation was high from both the artist and his Ugandan audience as Dexta Daps touched down on Wednesday ahead of his concert. In today’s press conference at …

Bring Everyone Together with Unmissable Entertainment, Compliments of DStv and GOtv Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The festive countdown is here, and DStv and GOtv are making this season one to remember! From gripping dramas and festive movie nights to action-packed sports and fun- filled kids’ shows, our entertainment …