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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in Business and Entrepreneurship, General or Other, Politics and Government, Sports and Fitness, Travel and AdventureUganda Rugby Union’s Mafia Playbook: Thriving in Chaos, Fueling Club Civil Wars
If chaos was a sport, the Uganda Rugby Union (URU) would not only dominate Africa but would host the World Cup for it every other year, and still find […] More
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ABOUT CLAIRE SHEILA BIRUNGI
Born and raised in Kampala, the last of five siblings, Claire Sheila Birungi studied Development Studies at Nkumba University. A wife and mother of four, her life has been a […] More
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VISIONARY BRITISH COLONIALISM: EAST AFRICAN COOPERATION, INTEGRATION, FEDERATION AND INDEPENDENCE.
Visionary British Colonialism: East African Cooperation, Integration, Federation and Independence By Oweyegha-Afunaduula Conservation Biologist Center for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis Visionary colonialism is not a widely accepted or established […] More
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UGANDA NOW HAS A MOBILE CINEMA
Earlier this morning, at UCC House in Bugolobi, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) officially unveiled a brand-new Cinema Mobile Van, a groundbreaking step for the country’s creative industry. The […] 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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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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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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The Enemy Is Sly.
First, he harasses you. Relentlessly. Then, just when you begin to recognise and expose him, he vanishes from the scene like he was never there, only to emerge somewhere else […] More
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Should good things happen to you because you are a good person?
Do you believe that good things should happen to you because you are a good person? That because you have lived well and right in the sight of God, you […] 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. Born […] More
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A TRIBUTE TO MR. FRANK MURAMUZi
A TRIBUTE TO MR. FRANK MURAMUZi By Oweyegha-Afunaduula Conservation Biologist Center for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis 11th August 2025. FRANK MURAMUZI: A TRIBUTE The news of the demise of […] More
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How Clean Water Changed My Daily Routine — And My Home
It’s strange how something as simple as water can shape your day. For years, I never thought about the quality of the water I drank, cooked with, or showered in. […] More
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HOW I WAS ABLE TO BE A KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT THE YE! SUMMIT 2025
When I was growing up, I always had one fear– failing to do something great at a young age. I always wanted and still want to always be the youngest […] More
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My faith is not just something that ends in my name
When I learned that my faith is not just something that ends in my name, but that I carry God in my spirit and that I have the mind of […] 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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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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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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in EventsCALL IT A WEEK FOLKS
Hola, Nothing brings joy to a human like a weekend, especially those that have to sweat for the bills to get paid (WE SALUTE you). We all love to have […] More
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in TheatreThe Taxi Driver and The Stage
“When the Engine Sputters, Maybe It’s Time to Let Another Drive” I was on a jaj on Saturday night returning home when I saw an interesting picture. An elderly taxi driver, his […] More
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Imagine having heaven as your creative source…
I sang a song in my dream. It was a new song. I was also aware that I was dreaming. So I sang it again, and again, trying to memorize […] More
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YOU ALL NEED TO SEE NAMPANGA’S PERFORMANCE IN NEW SHORT FILM ‘WHO ARE YOU’
The Ugandan screen lights up once again as award-winning actress Pelly Penina brings raw intensity and unmatched emotion to the newly premiered short film, WHO ARE YOU, now streaming on […] More
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MY THOUGHTS ABOUT ‘ZERO ALTERNATIVE’, A FILM FROM NYAKASURA SCHOOL
I spent my Sunday browsing a site called streameastfilms.com in search of a Ugandan film to watch. That’s how I landed on ‘ZERO ALTERNATIVE’, a new student-centered film by Mzee […] More
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Can Uganda return to civilised living?
President Museveni is a very clean man — a puritan when it comes to clean environments around him. If you have visited State House, the lawns are verdant, blooming with […] More
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Why do we respect others more than we respect ourselves
The day before the Teen Personal Development Journal was released, I left a sample copy with 3 colleagues and when I walked back in the office to pick something, I […] More
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The Haunting of Mbarara Hollow
It was 2:18 PM EAT on Friday, August 8, 2025, when the storm rolled over the outskirts of Mbarara, Uganda. My home, a weathered two-story house inherited from my late […] More
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CHARLES JAMES SSENKUBUGE ON RESPECTFUL COLLABORATION IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY
While the full article and official photos are coming soon, I couldn’t wait to share one powerful moment that resonated deeply with many of us in the room. A participant […] More
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THE KISORO FARMERS: A LESSON IN COMMUNITY-DRIVEN AGRICULTURE FOR WEST NILE
Flying over Kisoro, one cannot help but be awestruck by the patchwork of vibrant, productive farmland below. These aren’t the vast, mechanised estates you might associate with commercial agriculture. No—this […] More
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in EventsTHE WIGGLE WAVE
Hola, Have you ever noticed how in the beginning of every new month (first two weeks) there is always a series of events that involve a lot of shaking aka […] More
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A Provocative Theatrical Play: ‘EDDUNGU LYA MUSA’
EDDUNGU LYA MUSA (translated as Moses’ Desert) is a dramedy that dares to dig beneath the surface of everyday life, confronting audiences with questions about choice, temptation, and the […] More
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At the potter’s hands
“Atthe Potters hand” In a generation where all men gather, Chasing what they think should matter. Even those who never sowed Stand boldly at the harvest owed. Everyone longs for […] More
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Embracing Competence-Based Education: A Forward-Looking Response to Traditional Critiques
A recent public notice has criticised short, non-traditional professional courses—especially in fields like architecture and engineering —as inadequate, calling instead for traditional, multi-year programs. While concerns about safety and quality […] More
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KAFA COH HAS STARS
Uganda has seen its fair share of star-studded productions, especially in television drama series. But pulling off a high-profile cast for a film is a much tougher challenge. It often […] More
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Does Patriotism Need to Be a Birthright?
What does patriotism mean to you? I was listening to a True Spies podcast featuring a former CIA agent- David Tyson, who served in Afghanistan. He was discussing the afterlife […] More
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She loves you so much.
She loves you so much. That’s why she bears with you. You come home at night to find her awake, waiting for you, deluded by sleep. She has made food […] More
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in Journalism and Media, Law, Crime and Justice, Minorities and People with Disabilities, Politics and Government, War and ConflictShadows of Sanctuary: The Unraveling Security of Bweyale Under Kiryandongo’s Refugee Settlement Weight
In the heart of Uganda’s Kiryandongo District, where the Kampala-Gulu highway hums with trade and travel, lies Bweyale Town, a bustling hub overshadowed by the sprawling Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement. By […] More
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in EventsWEEKEND TWISTS
Hola, A weekend twist normally happens when both indoor and outdoor events are going down and, they all carry an almost similar level of audience magnitude. Picture this; you’re in […] More
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Who’s sponsoring the Sheebah and Ava Peace chaos?
So Ava Peace went to Nessim and recorded a song. She then contacted a guy to do background vocals for the song, and he agreed. Then Sheebah went to the […] More
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God told me to give you this chicken.
I have another testimonyyyyy!!! and this one is meaty! This happened yesterday morning, but I gave myself time for the excitement to cool off so I could speak properly. So, here […] More
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TRACING THE GENEALOGY OF THE MOTHER CHARLES AFUNADUULA-OVUMA NGOBI ISABIRYE: 1923–2007
TRACING THE GENEALOGY OF THE MOTHER CHARLES AFUNADUULA-OVUMA NGOBI ISABIRYE: 1923–2007 By Oweyegha-Afunaduula Conservation Biologist Center for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis This article traces the genealogy of the mother […] 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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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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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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MIRACLES STILL HAPPEN: HOW PROFESSOR WASWA BALUNYWA SAVED ME FROM BLINDNESS
When, on the 27th of May, my ophthalmologist at Mengo Hospital, Dr. Dan Bwonya, who had carried out laser operations on my eyes in March 2021 to replace my natural […] 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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ABOUT CLAIRE SHEILA BIRUNGI
Born and raised in Kampala, the last of five siblings, Claire Sheila Birungi studied Development Studies at Nkumba University. A wife and mother of four, her life has been a […] More
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My Endometriosis Story
I was diagnosed with endometriosis this past August (2020). A disease I have had for just over two decades. The irony is that I had read and heard about this […] More
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Living with Chronic Pain: My IBS Story. #Stories4Health
I was fourteen when I had my first flare-up – that is what they call it. When it hurts so bad and nothing seems to make it stop. I was […] More
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UGANDA NOW HAS A MOBILE CINEMA
Earlier this morning, at UCC House in Bugolobi, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) officially unveiled a brand-new Cinema Mobile Van, a groundbreaking step for the country’s creative industry. The […] 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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VISIONARY BRITISH COLONIALISM: EAST AFRICAN COOPERATION, INTEGRATION, FEDERATION AND INDEPENDENCE.
Visionary British Colonialism: East African Cooperation, Integration, Federation and Independence By Oweyegha-Afunaduula Conservation Biologist Center for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis Visionary colonialism is not a widely accepted or established […] 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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#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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#UgBlogWeek Just Start
These #UgBlogWeek things always catch me unaware. Ok, I lie. Advance notifications are given, pretty posters are designed by Joel Nevender and shared widely, I’m even part of the committee […] More
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“Women and Girls MUST not eat chicken. And eggs!”: Mutesi’s days of old.
“Who determines the devil of the day?” I was asked. “Is it the state of affairs? God? Men of all inequities?” She continued to quest for an answer. Mutesi […] 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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On The health of a Ugandan during the COVID 19 Pandemic. #Stories4Health
In December 2019, we were celebrating our grand entrance to the new year. However, at the same time a virus that has since consumed most of people’s lives on the […] More
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How Relevant Is The Star Rating System For Hotels Today?
A regular traveler who has been to several hotels around the world’s popular cities can easily tell you the difference between the standards and star rating of a hotel. Yet […] More
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To love and virus. #Stories4Health
To love and virus Written by Jehosheba Abahi Terry’s lips married mine and formed a coalition, the type that our bodies got so high in pleasure and set in adventure […] More
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Style, Technique And Subject Matter In Art
When it comes to being artistic, Art styles describe the way the artwork looks. Style is basically how the artist portrays his or her subject matter and how the artist […] More
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IS NAKASONGOLA THE FUTURE CAPITAL CITY OF UGANDA?
Last week I woke up to screaming news “The World Bank has cautioned that Kampala could become a mega slum in the next 10 years if no action is taken […] More
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What Uganda could learn from Finland’s education system
They say, a society that ceases to learn, ceases to grow. Uganda’s education system has experienced some changes since her independence in 1962. The teacher as the custodian of information […] More
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Social Media Killed Manhood
Of late I’ve noticed lots of noise on the social networks about men’s rights, hinting that manhood is under threat. But I ask myself: who’s threatening our manhood? A growing number […] More
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How a wise illiterate is better than an ignorant elite.
A wise illiterate is in many ways much better than an ignorant elite. In this piece, I will share with you my experience starting a community school and the lessons […] More
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HOPE IS A CURE #Stories4Health
Whatever they said and so did, it was never a thing to be ashamed of unless you chose to join them. The choices of words offend but they deliver the […] More
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Interview with Nana Kagga of ‘The Life’
Nana Kagga is not your ordinary Ugandan. She has lived a life most people dream of. A true go-getter! I found out about her, as with most things on www.muwado.com, […] More
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Dear Prophet Elvis Mbonye…
I greet you and hope you are doing well. Following the events of the past week, I tried to restrain from sharing my sentiments but realized that’s not what Jesus […] More
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It's the little things in life
One of my boda guys, *George* has been mesmerised by the 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation backpacks since he first saw them. If he had to make a delivery, he would […] More
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Reproductive Health During The COVID-19 Lockdown- My Experience. #Stories4Health
About two weeks ago, we patiently watched on television as H.E. Museveni declared that the then 46-day long nationwide lock-down would be extended by two more weeks. That was to […] More
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in Family, Friends and Relationships, Health and Medicine, Religion and Spirituality, Self-help and InspirationLETTER FROM SOMEONE WHO WAS BULLIED.
Bullying is often seen as a mild phase of someone’s life. Something that isn’t as significant. I was bullied for most of my schooling. Being bullied is disturbingly a shameful […] More
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Tempt-ass-tion
There you are on your first date with bae after the peace talks. You are out to make the best impression. A changed man. The straying days are behind you. […] More
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in Theatrelet loose and go watch Squid games.
SERIES REVIEW PART 1: SQUID GAMES I have never been a sworn fan of series generally. I like movies any day, even up to 10. I rarely do series, but […] More
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Living as a linguistic exile
Firstly, a linguistic exile is someone who isn’t a speaker of their native language and this in a way alienates them from their heritage. A person who doesn’t speak the […] More
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Singleness Is A Gift: Celebrate Not Tolerate
A gift is something we receive. When we earn something, rarely do we consider it a gift, even if we may say’ “I earned it”. The other word we could […] More
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#RolexInZimbabwe Notes From Harare
I got the night bus out of Victoria Falls town to Harare. This was the recommended option because of the state of the road. Solid recommendation because I slept through […] More
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Ki Love Lavu Podcast 02 – Love Languages and Zodiac Signs
Building loving relationships has been shown to improve depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses. Everyone deserves to have good mental health, be supported and loved. For those who are […] More
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Dear Ambassador Deborah Malac, Leave Uganda’s food alone!
As an alumnus of the enlightening International Visitor Leadership Programme, I am a grateful beneficiary of your largesse and still enjoy good relationships with a number of your colleagues. In […] More
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#Muwadoloveletter AS I PREPARE MYSELF…
Please keep him away from me, For I am not ready yet May you continue to guide his path as he seeks after you in truth and humility Mold him, […] More
