West Nile, Uganda’s Secret Paradise.
So, they told you West Nile is just some quiet corner at the edge of Uganda, right? A place of refugees, poverty, and nothing to write home about. Well, prepare […] More
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THE OTHER WOMAN
Everyone knows that in the movies, when a woman enters an empty parking lot and hears the clip-clopping of her heels on concrete, and when the fluorescent bulb starts to […] More
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WAISEDHA:VANKHORE
Vankhore is a superhero inthe kingzstone universe and a member if the Vanguard. He was also created by CARDIAC under there wardigs project Powers: Flight Plasma vision Super strength Invulnerability […] More
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Pancake or American Kabalagala
If kabalagala is a Ugandan pancake why isn’t a pancake an American kabalagala? It’s a serious question. No emojis and double exclamation marks or any of the other dikuula punctuation […] More
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The #MuwadoChainStory Challenge: The More The Merrier
Introduction Muwado is passionate about African storytelling. We are a platform where writers and creators across the continent share their voices with a vibrant community. Whether you’re a seasoned storyteller […] More
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The Girl Who Defied The Dowry
The evening air hung heavy over the cracked stoop of Achen’s family hut in Tororo, thick with the earthy scent of sorghum fields stretching into the distance. At just 16, […] More
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The Crane’s Ascent: Uganda’s Love For It’s Football
In the heart of Kampala, where the streets hum with the rhythm of matatus, vendors hawking roasted maize, and the chatter of daily life, football has always held a special […] More
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Why comedian Dr. Hillary was not funny about Gulu ladies
I am a fan of Comedian Dr. Hillary Okello. In Gulu, I have even attended his poorly attended show as it drizzled. However, over the years, Dr. Hillary has trademarked […] More
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The Battle To Save Mabira’s Vanishing Forest
Okello crouched beneath the towering acacias near Jinja, the hum of his bees a soft song in the early morning mist. The forest, a patchwork of green and gold, had […] More
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in EventsTUNAENDELEA KUSONGA MBELE
Hola, It is a brand-new day, brand new week and the genesis of fresh beginnings. It’s been quite a thrilling weekend hopefully y’all had the same, especially owing to the […] More
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FILM & CULTURE MARKET HAPPENING NEXT WEEK
HAPPENING NEXT WEEK Join the Film & Culture Market – Edition 4 happening from September 15th to 17th, 2025 at the National Theatre, Kampala – Uganda. Theme: “The Economic Impact […] More
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Unknown Number, The High School Catfish Netflix Documentary
[SPOILERS] This documentary is only about 1½ hours long yet I’ve spent over 3 hours (in between naps and chitchats) to complete it. This documentary has been pushed in my […] More
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Power of laziness
When they tell you are lazy you don’t believe them. Yet your never focused on anything. You want to do things when you fill they are interesting. You have alot […] More
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Weaving Hope: Akello’s Battle To Revive Teso’s Lost Basket Craft
The morning sun filtered through the thatched roof of Akello’s small home in Soroti, casting golden streaks across the woven mats where she sat, her nimble fingers coaxing strands of […] More
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in Environment & Climate, Family, Friends and Relationships, Law, Crime and Justice, Politics and Government, Sports and Fitness, War and ConflictThe Heartbeat Of Gulu’s Defiant Pitch
The sun dipped low over Gulu, casting a warm glow on the dusty football pitch where Grace kicked a worn ball with her younger brother, Opiyo. At 17, she’d grown […] More
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in Career and Employment, Environment & Climate, General or Other, Innovation, Science and Technology, Manufacturing and Industry, Minorities and People with Disabilities, Politics and Government, Transportation & Transport Vessels, Travel and AdventureThe Bribe That Broke The Bridge
Sarah’s boots sank into the muddy banks of the Manafwa River, the only sound the hum of crickets and the faint rush of water. It was past midnight in Mbale, […] More
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Let it Shine
Friend, your kindness will make you suffer It’s a light that shines bright Attracting the cold Attracting the weary Attracting the bereft of spirit Attracting the lovers of darkness They […] More
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Echoes Of A Vanishing Luo Tongue: Janet’s Fight To Revive Her Heritage
The dawn broke over Lira, painting the horizon in soft pinks as Janet sat with her grandmother, Auma, under the shade of a sprawling mango tree. At 18, Janet cherished […] More
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in EventsTUNAENDELEA KUSONGA MBELE
Hola, It is a brand-new day, brand new week and the genesis of fresh beginnings. It’s been quite a thrilling weekend hopefully y’all had the same, especially owing to the […] More
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The Plastic River
Esther dipped her net into the Wairaka River, the water murky under Jinja’s dawn light. Once, her father had said, this river fed their family, its fish leaping like silver […] More
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in Business and Entrepreneurship, Career and Employment, Education and Academia, Finance, Markets and Economics, General or Other, Law, Crime and Justice, Manufacturing and Industry, Minorities and People with Disabilities, Politics and Government, Self-help and Inspiration, Transportation & Transport Vessels, Writing and LiteratureThe Graduate’s Hustle
I stood on Makerere’s lawns in 2023, my economics degree in hand, the sun warming my cap and gown. The air buzzed with hope—dreams of boardrooms, tailored suits, and a […] More
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Is Life Not Too Short?
Is life not too short? Are we not allowed to wallow? Why can’t we sit in our own piss peacefully? Can’t we postpone action for a day or two without […] More
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UGANDAN FILMS TO OSCARS 2026
The Uganda Academy Selection Committee (UASC) is now inviting Ugandan filmmakers to submit their feature films for consideration in the Best International Feature Film category of the 98th The Academy […] More
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Let’s talk about Kwivuga!
Kwivuga is a poetry platform that I learnt about in 2013 and became a regular. At the time, I wasn’t a journalist but I had started writing and sending my […] More
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in Cinema, General or Other, Identity & Culture, Journalism and Media, Movies and Television, Visual ArtFILM AND CULTURE MARKET 2025 LAUNCHED
Today was the media launch at National Theatre/UNCC to officially confirm that the event is on. The 4th edition of the Film and Culture Market (FCM) will be from 15th […] More
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in Theatre‘Eddungu Lya Musa’ Play Review
On Friday, 5th September, I had the privilege of attending the premiere of Eddungu Lya Musa, a powerful theatrical production staged by Artmarshals at Bat Valley Theatre. My wife […] More
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in Cinema, General or Other, Identity & Culture, Journalism and Media, Movies and Television, Music and Dance, Writing and LiteratureUgandan drama series ‘BORDERS’ is online
As my daughters’ school holiday began, we made it our mission to enjoy as much Ugandan content as possible. After watching the multi award winning film KAFA COH by […] More
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How to ruin your church’s reputation
A couple of months ago, as I applied my make-up, one thought burned in my mind: I despise cowards. Events from years prior replayed as I prepared to go out […] More
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WAISEDHA:WILDBAT
Wildbat. Leader of the vanguard, former alias vanquish. Powers Telekinetic Pyrokinetic Skilled fighter Technology wizard Army captain More
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LIFE BACK AT HIGH SCHOOL
If high school love was transparent , many spouses could have originsted there. Back in my high school, life was so sweet with friends hmm,of both gender to make things […] More
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BRITISH-UGANDAN ACTOR ARNOLD OCENG AT FILM CLUB UGANDA
Last evening, Film Club hosted yet another inspiring session, this time with Ugandan-British actor Arnold Oceng as our guest speaker. I had the honor of moderating what turned out […] More
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Loukman Ali Is Back with a New Feature Film
Last night, renowned Ugandan film director, Loukman Ali stirred up excitement in the film community after dropping a few camera frames from his latest project. The shots immediately caught […] More
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DO YOU KNOW WHY MOST ENGINEERS (ESPECIALLY CONTRACTORS) DRINK AND SMOKE HEAVILY?
Whenever I tell someone that I have never consumed alcohol or smoked cigarettes, or weed, they give me a curious look and insist it’s not true. It is very rare […] More
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If You Can Do Anything, You Will Do Nothing: The Paralysis of Genius
I started work right out of university, a skinny, dishevelled runt, a pale shadow of my future self. I walked with a nervous shuffle, too shy to look anyone in […] More
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BINTI FILM FESTIVAL LAUNCHES ITS FIRST EDITION IN KAMPALA
The very first Binti Film Festival took place this past weekend, officially opening on Friday, 15th August at Namaste, and concluding on Sunday, 17th August at Central Perk in […] More
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WAISEDHA:VANGORL:THE FASTEST VILLAIN CLONE ALIVE
Vangorl: The Fastest Villain Clone Alive Introduction In the dark chronicles of Waisedha, where science, rebellion, and power collide, a new name strikes fear across the country — Vangorl. With […] More
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SHORT FILM CALLED ‘FALLING OUT’
I missed the premiere but then I watched ‘Falling Out’ on the final day of this year’s Ngalabi Short Film Festival, and it instantly stood out as one of […] More
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MASIRE: THE LOST 2017 INTERVIEW
In June 2017, just two weeks before his passing, Botswana’s second president, Sir Ketumile Masire, sat down with writer and actor Donald Molosi for what would become his final recorded […] More
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in Innovation, Science and Technology, Manufacturing and Industry, Manufacturing and Industry, Politics and Government, War and ConflictGreat Power Contestation on the Technological Front Between Washington and Beijing
On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump was inaugurated for a second term as President of the United States. One detail at the indoor event stood out: the tech billionaires seated […] More
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West Nile, Uganda’s Secret Paradise.
So, they told you West Nile is just some quiet corner at the edge of Uganda, right? A place of refugees, poverty, and nothing to write home about. Well, prepare […] More
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Pancake or American Kabalagala
If kabalagala is a Ugandan pancake why isn’t a pancake an American kabalagala? It’s a serious question. No emojis and double exclamation marks or any of the other dikuula punctuation […] More
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in Movies and Television, Religion and Spirituality, Self-help and Inspiration, Writing and LiteratureBroken Hallelujah
I braved my way to church this rainy Easter Sunday morning when I would rather have spent it coiled in my messy bed with fingers and eyes glued to the […] More
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THE HISTORY OF BUSOGA AND THE CONCEPT OF NATURAL BELONGING
Belonging is absolutely important because it confers wider identity. My name is Fred Charles Milton Oweyegha-Afunaduula Kiira Isabirye. However, my identity is not complete without mentioning my physical ecological-biological belonging […] More
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Why the 2Face and Annie Divorce is on him.
2face posted last night that he and Annie had separated many months ago. After a few minutes, he posted that his account was hacked. A few minutes later he came […] More
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THE DEVIL’S APOSTLE, GRACE LUBEGA
The Devil exists! It showed up last week through one of its Apostles, or more accurately, its Servant, Grace Lubega, and misled God’s unsuspecting children, as was the case in […] More
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Review of Nancy Friday’s Men in Love!
Oh. My. God. This book. Men in Love by Nancy Friday completely blew my mind. I mean, I went in thinking I knew what I was getting into just another […] More
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KAMPALA’S BEST BREAKFAST COMBOS
I posted on my social media asking for thoughts about a breakfast series where I review restaurants/ hotels with the best breakfast options around Kampala. The response was positive. I […] More
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THE MULAWA CLAN OF BUSOGA: THE CLAN OF MZEE OWEYEGHA-AFUNADUULA
Background 1. Identity I believe identity is critical to survival. A people that wants to survive the global erosions of culture, democracy and unity of purpose must ensure that it […] More
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Marrying a prostitute is much better than a virgin.
Men are from Mars and women from Venus, is there a nexus between the two sexes? What do men really want; they say marrying a prostitute is far better than […] More
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Endangered By Lockdown #Stories4Health
It was exactly nine-thirty in the morning. The atmosphere was bright, noisy, and gay. The morning sun was still tender to the skin as it rose from the East with […] More
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Golola Moses: A man chasing a dream.
This is an article I did way back when Golola Moses was still trying to make a name for himself. Read through and maybe you can compare and contrast the […] More
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Menstrual Journal: Periods NOT Taboo #Stories4Health
I just turned 11 and was preparing to get into High School, I was going to leave for boarding school the following day and mom had said she wanted to […] More
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#MuwadoLoveLetter20 TO COOL COOL BAR, WITH ALL MY LOVE
1999 seems like such a long time ago but it isn’t. It’s merely what older people say when they’re lecturing you about time and how one minute it’s within your […] More
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Japanese pop star Minami Minegishi of AKB48 shaves head in apology
As I was randomly surfing the internets on a starless Saturday night, I landed on the story of Japanese siren Minegishi who cut off her hair and released a weeping apology on YouTube for having […] More
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What personal growth lessons can you learn from foxes?
Have you ever had the panicked feeling that comes with believing that you’re not keeping up? The desperate feeling that comes with trying to keep your head above water. The […] More
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The #HustleTales of Darsan Ainembabazi: Visual Artist and #iCreateTomorrow Winner
Brief Bio Darsan Ainembabazi are my names. I am a self-taught visual artist in Uganda. I was born and raised in Kabale district. Current Location Kampala, Uganda. Current gig I […] More
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TOO SHORT IN SIZE BUT TOO TALL IN LOVE- DOES SIZE REALLY MATTER IN A RELATIONSHIP?
Talking about this topic vividly reminds me of friend in her late thirties who was getting desperate for a man to settle down with. She had met them all, tall […] More
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THE TRAGEDY OF BWAISE FLOODS, WHY THEY HAVE BECOME PERSISTENT AND WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE.
Despite the interventions from different stakeholders towards finding an everlasting solution, floods have remained a big threat to both the lives and livelihoods of people within and around Bwaise and […] More
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THE GREEDY BARBARIAN by Kakwenza Rukirabashaija – Review
Kakwenza Rukirabashaija, a humble, humorous and ever smart author of The Greedy Barbarian, went missing on Tuesday from his home in Iganga. He is said to have been picked up […] More
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STREAM EAST LAUNCHED
A few days ago, a major milestone was achieved for East African filmmakers and audiences alike, the launch of Stream East, a new streaming platform tailored specifically for the […] More
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The Hive Mind (Thoughts on the afterlife)
In the past few years, the idea of the afterlife in my mind has oscillated between varied opinions from the common religious dictates of Heaven(s) for the worthy, righteous do-gooders […] More
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RUTH GOTTESMAN’S STERLING PHILANTHROPY
It was an unprecedented ground-breaking philanthropy from Ruth Gottesman when she announced a staggering sum of 1billion dollars of tuition free scholarship to students of Albert Einstein College of Medicine […] More
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Fashion Designer and Ciroc Ambassador, David Tlale, to grace #ASFA2016
Renowned South African designer David Tlale will headline a fashion showcase at the annual Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards. Tlale, a Ciroc brand ambassador for South Africa will be in good […] More
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Evolution of the Arrow(sign) or direction through the history and its significance in the present.
One morning while I was walking I saw a billboard with an arrow pointing to an apartment. The arrow caught my attention. My eyes rolled in the direction of the […] More
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‘Gorilla Highlands’ interactive ebook places Uganda among the world’s best in e-Culture and Tourism
Ladies and gentlemen bring out the champagne, the fireworks, party poppers and why the heck not, some cake too. Anything you normally have at a celebration will do. Some slow […] More
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Desire Lavigne’s Birthday Giveback!
There was a period during my time in school when I almost failed. For financial reasons and for adolescent misdirection. Sitting in the neat office of Mr. Lawrence Mulindwa at […] More
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OWINY-DOLLO DANCED ON BENEDICTO KIWANUKA’S GRAVE!
The scene of crime was the High Court premises in Kampala’s commercial heartland. The co-conspirators were Yoweri Museveni, leader of the ruling NRA junta, and Alphonse Owiny Dollo, a consigliere […] More
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From Captain to Castaway? Ivan Magomu and the Governance Crisis in Ugandan Rugby
When rugby players train, sweat, bleed, and commit to their sport, they do so believing that merit, character, and service will define their careers. Ivan Magomu embodies this belief. Yet […] More
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Leadership Lessons from Vusi Thembekwayo
I discovered Vusi Thembekwayo a few years ago when I watched his Ted Talk titled ‘The Big Lie of Small Business”. It was very inspiring and contextualized to the extent […] More
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Why Some Graduates Don't Deserve to be Asking 'What's Next?'
So on Monday, I saw my cousin Brian on the streets carrying a placard of “What’s Next”? I immediately called him up and told him to stop being a fool […] More
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Lessons from Gov. Seyi Makinde’s remarkable recovery from COVID-19 #Stories4Health
Introduction In late March, Mr Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo State, had announced via his Twitter account that he was coronavirus positive: “I just received my COVID-19 confirmation test result. […] More
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Dr. Daniel R Ruhweza Appreciation
I was 19 years old when I put up my hand to express an opinion about the circumstances when abortion is / should be a right, to be exercised by […] More
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“Raw”: An Excerpt from Elijah’s Diary #MuwadoLoveLetter20
[ Fiction ] Elijah’s Diary. Entry Title “Raw.” Time: Undated. There’s a soft, pale moon glowing outside. It’s not quite the full moon we loved so much, but it’s almost […] More
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Lessons from Earth on how Being Small doesn’t mean being Insignificant
Our planet is nothing more than a speck in the vastness of space. Our planet is actually a star to other planets. Our planet isn’t even visible throughout most of […] More
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in Visual ArtVisual Artist Tibirusya Rolands Roldan making a difference
In December 2010, I was privileged to attend the YOUNG ACHIEVERS AWARDS at Serena Kampala hotel courtesy of Mr. Awel Uwihanganye. President Yoweri Museveni was the guest of honor at […] More
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Why you should pay more attention to your oral health, and dentists.
Television has ruined dentists for me. Every TV show/movie I’ve watched with a dentist character has them being dissed as not being real doctors. As a result, dentistry is one […] More
