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Music lovers are set for a major entertainment experience as UK Afroswing group NSG headlines the inaugural Sounds of the Diaspora concert at the UMA Showgrounds in Lugogo on Saturday, 22 August 2026.

The event is organised by Guvnor Uganda in partnership with NSG and Bandali Manor, and aims to celebrate African music, culture and the strong connection between the continent and its global diaspora.

NSG, one of the UK’s biggest African diaspora music groups, is renowned for its energetic live performances and hit songs that fuse Afrobeats, UK rap, dancehall and hip hop. Their Kampala performance is expected to be one of the biggest international music events of the year.

The concert will also feature some of Uganda’s leading performers, including Fik Fameica, MUN G, Aaronx and Tojo 256, who will share the stage with the British group for a night of live music.

Revellers will also enjoy music from some of Uganda’s top DJs, including DJ Alisha, DJ Vanss and DJ Linus, who will keep the party going with a mix of Afrobeats, Amapiano, dancehall, hip hop and other popular urban sounds.

The event will be hosted by Viana Indi, Hype Cartel and Pest MC, alongside other entertainers who will keep the audience engaged throughout the night.

According to the organisers, Sounds of the Diaspora is designed to deliver more than just a concert. Guests can expect world-class stage production, immersive fan experiences and a vibrant celebration of African creativity and culture.

The organisers say the event is part of Guvnor Uganda’s efforts to bring internationally recognised artists to Uganda while promoting the country’s thriving entertainment industry.

Tickets are priced at Shs75,000 for a single pass, Shs1.5 million for a table of four and Shs2.5 million for a table of eight.

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Lutty Neika has revealed that filming the music video for his song “Anaconda” became one of the most nerve-racking experiences of his career after the production team used a real anaconda instead of a prop.

Appearing on Next Radio, the singer said he only realized what awaited him moments before filming began, when the producer informed the cast that the snake featured in the video was real.

The producer told us before the shoot that it would not be a dummy snake. It was going to be a real anaconda.

The announcement immediately caught Lutty Neika off guard.

Uncomfortable with the idea of sharing the set with a live snake, he asked whether the reptile would be filmed separately and edited into the final video instead of appearing alongside the cast.

I asked whether it would be in the video with us or just shot separately, and he said it had to be there to make the video impactful.

That expectation did not last long.

Lutty Neika said the producer initially assured everyone that the snake would remain away from the cast and that cutaway shots would create the illusion of close interaction.

As filming progressed, however, the plan gradually changed until everyone found themselves standing beside the anaconda, with some scenes even requiring them to touch it.

He lied to us that the snake would not be where we were and that they would use cutaway shots. But while shooting, he kept improvising until we all had to touch it or stand close to it.

The atmosphere on set quickly became even more tense as one of the video vixens struggled to cope with the experience, breaking down in tears whenever she had to move closer to the snake.

The video vixen cried so much every time she got close to it.

Just as the cast began settling into the shoot, another unexpected challenge emerged.

A rabbit brought onto the set immediately caught the anaconda’s attention, making the snake restless and forcing the production team to rethink how they would complete the remaining scenes.

We also had a rabbit on set, and it caused problems because the snake stopped being calm and wanted to catch the rabbit.

Rather than risk further disruption, the crew filmed every remaining scene involving the anaconda before removing it from the set, allowing the rest of the shoot to continue under much calmer conditions.

Sean “Diddy” Combs has cashed in one of his Miami mansions, selling the luxury Star Island property for $55 million while serving a 50-month federal prison sentence.

The six-bedroom waterfront estate sits next to another mansion that thrust Combs into the spotlight in March 2024, when federal agents searched the property during a sweeping criminal investigation.

Months later, prosecutors brought several federal charges against the Bad Boy Records founder.

A jury ultimately convicted Combs on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution under the Mann Act but cleared him of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges.

Property records show the Star Island mansion changed hands in an off-market deal, marking one of the biggest real estate transactions involving the music mogul since his conviction.

Despite selling one of his Miami homes, Combs still owns the neighbouring Star Island property that investigators searched during the federal probe.

Afrobeats star Davido has opened up about the close bond he shares with his wife, Chioma Adeleke, revealing that the couple stays in constant contact whenever they are apart.

Whether he is boarding a flight, landing in another country or simply going about his day, the singer makes sure they speak several times.

For Davido, those conversations come naturally because of how much his wife means to him.

I cannot live without her.

No matter how demanding his schedule becomes, the award-winning singer says he always finds time to check in with Chioma, adding that distance has never weakened their relationship.

Their latest exchange has resonated with many fans, who praised the couple’s close bond and admired Davido’s openness about his marriage.

Davido and Chioma tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in 2024 and have remained one of Africa’s most talked-about celebrity couples, with their relationship continuing to attract widespread public attention.

Fresh from signing on as Spiro Uganda‘s newest brand ambassador, Fik Fameica has encouraged fellow musicians to start treating themselves like brands instead of focusing solely on making hit songs.

According to the rapper, artists who invest in their image, professionalism, and reputation stand a much better chance of attracting corporate partnerships that can outlast their music careers.

Musicians need to invest in themselves because they are brands. When you build your brand, companies notice you, want to work with you and bring you on board. That is what has happened to me. I am a brand, and that is why brands choose to work with me. Your brand is your identity.

He added that credibility has become just as important as popularity, with companies increasingly seeking artists whose values and influence align with their brands.

That thinking mirrors Spiro Uganda’s decision to partner with Fik Fameica, with the company citing his resilience, ambition, hard work, authenticity, and strong connection with Ugandans as the qualities that make him a natural fit.

I am a brand, and brands work with brands. Musicians should build a strong brand that attracts companies and creates opportunities. – Fik Fameica secures Spiro ambassadorial deal.#SanyukaUnCut #SanyukaUpdates #FfeBannoDdala pic.twitter.com/m3s7jbWhRH

— Sanyuka TV (@sanyukatv) July 15, 2026

Davido has revealed that his wife, Chioma Adeleke, manages his personal finances, describing himself as a “reckless spender.”

The revelation came during a livestream in which the Nigerian music star called Chioma and asked her to send $4,000 to his personal assistant, Lati, after saying he was unable to access his account before travelling.

During the call, Davido asked Chioma to handle the transfer while informing her that he was about to board a flight to Nigeria.

Hello, hello baby, good morning my wife, my love. Help me send Lati $4,000. I cannot login, I do not know why. We are taking off now to Naija. I love you.

After the call ended, the livestream host asked whether Chioma was the one managing his money.

Davido confirmed that she oversees his personal finances and explained why he entrusted her with the responsibility.

Of course, you know I am a reckless spender. Na she dey arrange everything. Na my life coordinator be that.

The clip has since circulated widely on social media, with many fans praising the couple’s trust and joking that Chioma has become more than just Davido’s wife.

The singer’s latest remarks offer another glimpse into their marriage, showing that Chioma plays an active role in managing his personal finances while he focuses on his music career.

The entertainment industry is mourning the death of veteran celebrity bodyguard Mason Haynes, who spent years protecting some of the world’s biggest stars.

Haynes died in a motorcycle accident on July 4 at the age of 52, according to a fundraiser launched by his family.

Throughout his career, he provided close protection for members of the Kardashian-Jenner family, Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton, singer Charlie Puth, comedian Kevin Hart and several other high-profile figures.

Tributes poured in following his death, with Trojan Security UK remembering Haynes as one of the industry’s most respected professionals.

Away from the spotlight, Haynes built a reputation for his calm professionalism and dedication, earning the trust of celebrities whose lives often depended on discreet and reliable security.

He also served on Kim Kardashian‘s security team during the 2016 Paris robbery, an incident he later described as one of the defining moments of his career.

Haynes leaves behind his wife, Fay, two children and a legacy that stretched far beyond the celebrities he protected.

A video of Tanzanian music star Diamond Platnumz discussing how he manages his wealth has resurfaced on social media amid his ongoing divorce from fellow singer Zuchu.

The clip gained fresh attention just days after Zuchu announced that she and the Bongo Flava star had ended their marriage and that divorce proceedings were underway.

In the video, Diamond says he placed his assets under his mother’s name, explaining that the arrangement covers his cars, houses and businesses.

The singer made the remarks during one of his mother’s birthday celebrations.

The resurfaced video has since fuelled conversations online, with many social media users debating what the arrangement could mean as the couple’s divorce continues.

However, neither Diamond Platnumz nor Zuchu has publicly linked the video to the divorce, and there is no indication that the singer’s remarks have any legal bearing on the ongoing proceedings.

Makerere University has released a summary of staff promotions and new recruitments carried out between July 2025 and now, showing a total of 153 academic staff movements, combining both promotions within the academic ranks and fresh academic hires, as the university continues building out its workforce under its current Strategic Plan.

According to the university, its Appointments Board has, over the past year, collectively approved multiple appointments spanning academic leadership positions, fresh academic hires, and a wide range of administrative and support staff roles, including several senior academic leadership positions such as Deans and Heads of Department.

The university describes its approach as merit-based, aimed at filling critical staffing gaps while investing in both academic excellence and efficient service delivery. Makerere says it remains committed to building an environment that attracts, develops, and retains top talent, while also managing ongoing staffing challenges arising from retirements, resignations, and other specialised needs through targeted recruitment, contract appointments, post-retirement contracts for professors, and staff development programmes.

Of the 81 total promotions recorded in the period, 16 were non-academic staff promotions, while 65 were academic promotions, broken down as follows:

• Assistant Lecturer to Lecturer: 16
• Lecturer to Senior Lecturer: 16
• Senior Lecturer to Associate Professor: 25
• Associate Professor to Professor: 8

The university also brought on 240 new staff members in the same period, split between:

• Academic hires: 88 (62 Assistant Lecturers and 26 Lecturers)
• Non-academic hires: 152

Taken together, the 65 academic promotions and 88 new academic hires bring the total number of academic staff who either moved up the ranks or joined the university afresh to 153, a figure that points to significant movement within Makerere’s academic workforce over the past year, particularly at the Senior Lecturer to Associate Professor level, which recorded the highest number of promotions.

The broader numbers, 81 total promotions and 240 new hires, reflect the scale of staffing activity across both academic and non-academic functions as the university works to address gaps left by retirements and resignations while expanding its capacity to deliver on its strategic priorities.

The Parliamentary Committee on Physical Infrastructure has questioned the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) over the post-construction approval of Ham Shopping centre owned by businessman, Hamis Kiggundu on the Nakivubo Channel, raising concerns about compliance with planning and environmental regulations.

The matter arose on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 when KCCA Deputy Executive Director, Benon Kigenyi appeared before the committee chaired by Hon. Mwine Mpaka to brief members on the city’s preparedness for the forthcoming rainy season and measures to mitigate flooding in Kampala.

During the meeting, MPs sought an explanation on whether the concrete structures built over the Nakivubo Channel had been lawfully approved.

Kasilo County Member of Parliament, Hon. Peter Paul Emaju asked whether KCCA had authorised the construction of the malls and shops on the drainage channel which carries storm water from parts of Kampala into the Nakivubo drainage system.

Kigenyi told the committee that while the structures, ‘now have an approved plan’, the approval was granted after construction, under what he described as an “as-built” approval process.
He explained that KCCA had initially halted the development but later processed the plans because the structures had already been erected.
“It was an immature development. As regulators, we had to come in but the law allows us to approve what is already there through the as-built process,” Kigenyi said.

His explanation prompted further questions from committee members on whether KCCA had guided the development from the outset.

Committee Chairperson Hon. Mwine Mpaka noted that although cities around the world have developments near waterways, such projects must be undertaken within established planning and engineering guidelines.

MPs also asked whether KCCA had faced external pressure that may have influenced its enforcement decisions. Kigenyi denied this, maintaining that the authority had acted independently.

Mpaka observed that while the committee was aware of a presidential letter supporting the project, such communication did not override the law.
“A presidential letter is not law. It is an instruction that must be implemented within the confines of the law,” he said.

The committee directed KCCA to submit more than 15 documents related to drainage planning, flood management and the project. These include the Kampala Drainage Master Plan, engineering drawings, enforcement notices, the complete project file for Ham Shopping Grounds and a list of illegal developments along the drainage channels.
The others are, hydrological data on drainage capacity, cost-benefit analyses, files relating to Forest Mall in Lugogo and details of project-affected persons and compensation paid.

Meanwhile, KCCA attributed the recurring flooding at St. Balikuddembe Market (Owino) and other parts of Kampala to encroachment on drainage channels, unauthorised construction and blocked drainage systems.

Kigenyi told the committee that more than 90 per cent of the 295-metre Nakivubo drainage channel has been encroached upon, significantly reducing its capacity to carry storm water and increasing the risk of flooding.

Mpaka emphasised the need for KCCA to strengthen its flood preparedness ahead of the rainy season, particularly in flood-prone areas including St Balikuddembe Market, the Nakivubo Channel, the Nateete–Busega corridor, Kinawataka, Kalerwe and Bwaise.

The KCCA team is expected to return on 31 July 2026 with the Minister in for Kampala before the committee.

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