Ugandan singer Lydia Jazmine held her long-awaited 'The One and Only' concert at Lugogo Cricket Oval in Kampala on Friday, drawing a large crowd. According to BigEye, the event featured glamorous entrances, a fireworks display, and an unexpected technical glitch during the performance. Despite the hiccup, the outlet described the night as having all the ingredients of a memorable concert, with fans turning out in force to support the artist's headline show.

Catherine Kusasira has declared herself and fellow artist Cindy Sanyu as Uganda's top female performers, citing their exceptional talent and stage presence. According to BigEye, Kusasira believes that only she and Sanyu are complete entertainers, capable of delivering strong vocals and captivating performances.

Ugandan DJ The Last Gal, whose real name is Rachel Heyzo Kanyunyuzi, is profiled by Sqoop for her rise within Kampala's electronic music scene. Her journey began in 2022 at Gong Academy, where she learned DJing under Derrick Files. The feature traces her development from a young woman learning the craft behind the decks to an artist building a name beyond the DJ booth, highlighting her emergence in Uganda's entertainment industry.

Ugandan artist Mungu Feni has participated in the Showbiz101 2026 music camp, a seven-day creative industry program held in Lagos, Nigeria, from June 23 to 30, 2026. Organized by bridgeAFRIC, the event aimed to connect African creatives with global industry players through education, collaboration, networking, and music, enhancing opportunities for talent on an international scale.

Vibez Nzuri, a music event held on Saturday 5 September 2026 at Gazebo in Najjera, Kampala, drew music lovers, young creatives and partygoers for an afternoon of music, games and drinks, according to CampusBee. The event, sponsored by Captain Morgan, showcased Kampala's emerging music acts and drew a strong youthful turnout despite the September heat, the outlet reported.

Uganda has officially named its crude oil "Pearl Sweet," nearly 20 years after the discovery was announced. President Yoweri Museveni unveiled the name on September 2, 2026, in Kampala, marking what observers describe as a shift from political promise to commercial reality. According to The Independent Uganda, the country now faces the challenge of finding a market for its oil as it moves toward production.