Ugandan artists Joshua Baraka, Omega 256, King Saha, Winnie Nwagi, and Daxx Kartel have released new music videos that feature a variety of styles, including soulful tracks and humorous songs, aimed at engaging listeners with their rhythms.

BellaNaija highlights five new essential Afrobeats releases for the weekend, featuring a preview of Davido's upcoming album, a collaboration between Jorja Smith and Wizkid, and new singles from Falz, Ayra Starr, and Fola. These tracks are recommended for updating weekend playlists.

Music star Bebe Cool, recognized as the King of the Uganda Music Industry, is set to release a new EP titled "No Risk" on June 12, 2026. This announcement comes after a challenging start to the year for Uganda's music scene, which has been affected by political issues.

Young Lunya has released a new single titled ‘Mkuu Wa Majeshi’ featuring Harmonize, marking his first official release since his acclaimed 2024 project ‘Mbuzi’. This new track continues to showcase his status among East Africa’s elite lyricists, following a successful year in his music career.

Ugandan gospel artist Mungu Feni is preparing to release a new single produced by renowned Nigerian producer Masterkraft, also known as Sunday Ginikachukwu Nweke. This collaboration is seen as a significant step in Mungu Feni's international music career. He expressed his enthusiasm for working with Masterkraft, highlighting the importance of the partnership in creating exceptional music.

Ugandan musician Douglas Mayanja, known as Weasel Manizo of Goodlyfe Crew, has warned fellow artist Kid Fox, who recently returned to Uganda after years abroad, over alleged media attacks. Speaking on a TikTok live stream, Weasel said the local music industry and its power dynamics have changed significantly, according to Sqoop, and told Kid Fox to tread carefully, reportedly remarking that Bobi Wine is out of his league.