Entertainment

Ugandans Kick Off Fall with Lively Conventions in the U.S.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Ugandans Kick Off Fall with Lively Conventions in the U.S.

Ugandans traveled all over the United States last weekend to kick off fall with diverse conventions and meet-ups. Networking, dancing, and good music and food were all in abudance for the Ugandan diaspora as they kicked off fall. »

Blu 3′s Lillian and Moze Radio in Dispute?

Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Blu 3′s Lillian and Moze Radio in Dispute?

Rumors have been spreading that there is conflict between two of our favorite artists, Blu 3's Lillian and Moze Radio, over their child-to-be. »

P. Ssozi + Bigg Mo= Lugapoetry in Mass.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010
P. Ssozi + Bigg Mo= Lugapoetry in Mass.

Ugandans Abroad had the chance to catch up with two Lugaflow artists in Massachusetts, who will be releasing new singles this fall to the diaspora community. The two describe their music as Afro-futuristic Lugapoetry, and want you to savor their journey. »

The Battle Between Bebe and Bobi Continues…

Tuesday, August 24, 2010
The Battle Between Bebe and Bobi Continues…

Bebe Cool and Bobi Wine have been sparring again-- and perhaps taking things a bit too far. Didn't they bury the hatchet in May? We hear not... »

Taxpayers Cough Up $75,000 For Cool and Family’s Trip to Boston for Medical Treatment

Thursday, August 19, 2010
Taxpayers Cough Up $75,000 For Cool and Family’s Trip to Boston for Medical Treatment

After Bebe Cool was shot by a police officer last January after an R-Kelly concert, he's had to move using a wheelchair or crutches. Now Ugandan taxpayers will pick up the tab of over $75,000 to send Cool and his family to Boston for medical treatment next week. »

The Future of Hip-Hop in Uganda?: Babaluku’s Youth Movement

Sunday, August 1, 2010
The Future of Hip-Hop in Uganda?: Babaluku’s Youth Movement

Canada's 30-year-old Ugandan artist Babaluku, who many might remember for pioneering Lugaflow, says the future of Uganda lies with its youth-- and its vibrant hip-hop movement. »

Bebe Cool Fights With Denmark Fans

Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Bebe Cool Fights With Denmark Fans

Last weekend, Bebe Cool got into a scuffle with fans in Denmark. Check out the video here. »

Bebe Cool Recovering After Wednesday’s Car Flip

Saturday, May 22, 2010
Bebe Cool Recovering After Wednesday’s Car Flip

Despite their car flipping over several times last Wednesday, Bebe Cool and his wife Zuena Kirema remain in stable condition at a Bukoto hospital. It's been a difficult year for the artist, who was shot by a police officer in January after the R. Kelly concert in Kampala. »

Pop Star Jessica Simpson Searches For Beauty in Uganda

Friday, April 16, 2010
Pop Star Jessica Simpson Searches For Beauty in Uganda

In her documentary series "The Price of Beauty," pop star Jessica Simpson visited a Hima village to explore how the Hima perceive beauty. Ugandans Abroad TV critic Lakshmi Gandhi reviews it here. We included links the episode in full in the post, so you can also click here to watch it. »

Catherine Kusasira Comes to New York

Saturday, February 20, 2010
Catherine Kusasira Comes to New York

On March 6th, Catherine Kusasira is coming to New York! Catch Maama Kabina's performance Saturday evening with UAAGNY. $25 admission to her show in the Bronx-- a taste of Uganda in New York! »