WhatsApp Introduces Group Status Feature for Sharing Updates Within Chats
. November 1, 2026 10 Views WhatsApp has announced a new feature called Group Status, giving users another way to share updates and interact with members of specific group conversations. The feature allows users to post temporary status updates directly within a WhatsApp group, making it easier to share moments, announcements and other information with […]
“A beautiful heart”: Bobi Wine pays tribute to Kapere Lufotose
National Unity Platform (NUP) president Bobi Wine has paid tribute to comedian and entertainer Kapere Lufotose, real name Yokana Mbuuse, who unexpectedly passed away on November 1, describing him as a beautiful soul, patriot and friend whose life touched many. In a heartfelt eulogy, Bobi Wine said Mbuuse was known by different names among his […]
Joshua Baraka Calls King Saha’s Advice ‘SHALLOW’
Singer Joshua Baraka has responded to fellow musician King Saha’s advice that he should focus on the local music market rather than pursuing expensive international ambitions, describing such thinking as “shallow.” Saha recently advised Baraka to prioritise satisfying the Ugandan audience, arguing that pursuing the international market was a long and uncertain journey that might […]
Ugandan Comedian Kapere Dies in Buddo
KAMPALA – Popular Ugandan comedian Yokana Mbuuse, widely known by his stage name Kapere Lufotose, has died. He passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2026, at a medical facility in Buddo, Wakiso District. News of his death first emerged on social media before local media outlets, including reports citing entertainment journalist Kasuku, confirmed the tragic […]
Equity Bank Uganda doubles life insurance premiums to Shs11.72 billion as demand for education savings plans grows
Equity Bank Uganda more than doubled its life insurance premium income in the second quarter of 2026, driven by growing demand for education savings plans and investment-linked insurance products. The bank collected Shs11.72 billion in life assurance premiums during the three months, up from Shs5.73 billion in the same period last year. This growth came […]
Nathaniel Bassey’s YouTube Channel Surpasses One Billion Views
. November 1, 2026 15 Views Nigerian gospel singer and worship leader Nathaniel Bassey has reached a major digital milestone after his official YouTube channel surpassed one billion cumulative views. The channel crossed the landmark on 28 October 2026, with historical tracking figures showing that it had accumulated more than 1.01 billion views by 31 […]
Minister Babalanda Urges Jinja City Community to Improve Hygiene and Sanitation
JINJA CITY– The Minister for the Presidency and Member of Parliament for Budiope West Constituency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, has led residents of Jinja City in the National Cleaning Exercise, calling on communities to embrace a culture of cleanliness and make proper hygiene and sanitation a daily responsibility. Hon. Babalanda, who also serves as the […]
Makerere freshers ball draws thousands as fresher undresses
Makerere University’s freshers ball on Saturday night drew a crowd of well over 10,000 students, but by Sunday morning most of the conversation online was about a single moment. As the party peaked, a young woman climbed onto a table and began to undress in full view of the crowd. Clips filmed on phones spread […]
Michael Mann Accidentally Shoots Himself in the Leg at Los Angeles Gun Range
. November 1, 2026 13 Views Michael Mann accidentally shot himself in the leg at a Los Angeles gun range on Saturday, prompting a hospital visit. The 83-year-old Hollywood film director and screenwriter sustained what his representative described as a superficial injury when a firearm accidentally discharged while holstered at The Range LA on 31 […]
Kwiso Movie Nights returns with film and conversation – Sqoop
Film enthusiasts gathered at Reach a Hand Africa’s offices in Lungujja, Kampala, on Friday, October 30, for the return of Kwiso Movie Nights, an initiative seeking to bring audiences together through film and conversation. The first screening of the year, dubbed Cinema & Cocktails, featured the award-winning film The Unforgivable and brought together guests for […]