AGP Executive Report

African Film: REFFA 2026 has announced nominees after receiving 314 entries from 36 countries, putting African filmmakers and industry talent in the spotlight ahead of December’s awards. Ugandan Music: Joshua Baraka has teased a collaboration with Tiwa Savage ahead of his “Recess 2” EP, while King Saha and Beer brought music to the UBPA All-Star Fiesta. Arts & Culture: Faces of Culture turned Kampala’s MoTIV into a showcase for local creativity. Pageantry: Masaka’s Almorie Nagayi has been crowned Miss Uganda 2026, with ambitions that reach beyond the stage. Live Events: Koffi Olomidé’s Gulu Independence Day concert was postponed over Ebola concerns.

Music & Nightlife: Swangz Avenue boss Julius Kyazze says Phaneroo members also turn up for concerts and nightlife, and sees room for collaboration between the ministry and the entertainment industry. Ugandan Media: Anita Among’s former X account has been renamed GlobalAfricaHQ and repurposed as a news platform; who authorised the change remains unclear. Film: REFFA 2026 has announced its nominees, with 314 entries from 36 countries competing in a pan-African celebration of film and creative work. Live Music: Koffi Olomide’s Gulu Independence Day concert was postponed over Ebola concerns. Afrigo Band: Government says it will build a house for late band leader Moses Matovu, as fans reflect on the group’s future beyond its longtime frontman.

Marathon: Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo finished fourth in the Chicago Marathon in 2:04:18, after running with eventual winner Amos Kipruto for 21 miles. Tooro Football: The MTN Tooro Masaza Cup resumes on October 18 with Fort Portal facing Burahya in the semi-final second leg; the final is set for October 24. Music: Koffi Olomide’s Gulu Independence Day concert was postponed over Ebola concerns.

Music: A profile revisits Congolese soukous star Kanda Bongoman’s decades-long appeal across Africa, built on dance, showmanship and hits that reached audiences beyond Francophone markets. Afrigo Band: Uganda’s government is to build a house for late band leader Moses Matovu, while prosecutors say his companion Rose Tusiime will not be charged and will be a key witness. Live Shows: Koffi Olomidé’s Uganda concert has been postponed over Ebola concerns. Fashion: Model Kimberly Jael marked Uganda’s Independence Day in a gown inspired by the black, yellow and red national flag.

Ugandan Fashion: Model Kimberly Jael marked Independence Day in a gown inspired by the black, yellow and red national flag, pairing the look with matching face art and traditional cowrie-shell earrings. Afrigo Band: A new tribute to the late Moses Matovu argues the band must outlive its longtime leader, while the government has pledged to build a house for the celebrated musician. Creative Business: Lawyer-turned-entrepreneur Zedd Mukoya has built Wave 360 Africa, a creative and experiential marketing agency operating in Uganda and Kenya. Music News: Koffi Olomidé’s concert in Uganda has been postponed over Ebola concerns, while the family of missing musician King Zale has identified him in a leaked video.

Regional Music: Jamaican dancehall star Demarco says Kenya feels like home, crediting local fans’ warmth and energy for drawing him back. Creative Business: Law graduate Zedd Mukoya has built Wave 360 Africa, a creative and marketing agency operating in Uganda and Kenya. Missing Musician: King Zale’s family says they recognised him in leaked footage allegedly filmed at a safe house and is again demanding his release or appearance in court. Concert News: Koffi Olomidé’s Uganda concert has been postponed over Ebola concerns. Music Legacy: Government plans to build a house for late Afrigo Band leader Moses Matovu.

Running: Jacob Kiplimo says he is ready to defend his Chicago Marathon title on Sunday after a standout season. Music: Missing singer King Zale’s family says they believe they spotted him in leaked footage and is demanding answers about his whereabouts. Celebrity: Singer Yaled’s introduction ceremony was disrupted when a woman claimed he had promised to marry her. Football: CAF is reconsidering its plan to move AFCON to a four-year cycle; the 2027 tournament is due to be hosted by Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania. Live Music: Koffi Olomidé’s Uganda concert has been postponed over Ebola concerns. Tribute: Government plans to build a house for late Afrigo Band leader Moses Matovu.

Girls’ Football: Kinoni High School won the Brave Girls tournament in Kasese, beating Mbarara City Secondary 2–0 on penalties in a competition involving more than 20 schools. Ugandan Music Abroad: Watoto Children’s Choir is taking its new album, Love Never Fails, on a six-month tour, with a Montana performance set for October 15. Concert Update: Koffi Olomidé’s Gulu show, scheduled for October 9, has been postponed over concerns about cross-border travel during the Ebola outbreak; tickets remain valid and a new date is pending. Afrigo Tribute: Government plans to build a house for late band leader Moses Matovu. Film and Creatives: Ugandan filmmakers and creatives are heading to Johannesburg for iKON Activate, while Wakaliga Uganda has drawn attention with a review praising its homegrown superhero style.

Concert Update: Koffi Olomidé’s October 9 Gulu show has been postponed on the Health Ministry’s advice over Ebola-related travel concerns. Tickets remain valid, and organisers say a new date will be announced. Afrigo Tribute: Government plans to build a house on late bandleader Moses Matovu’s land in Mukono, recognising his decades-long contribution to Ugandan music. Separately, the DPP says Matovu’s companion will not be charged and may be a key witness in the murder case. Film: A review has spotlighted Wakaliga Uganda’s locally made superhero film, while filmmakers are also discussing ways to make productions work on tight budgets. Creative Careers: Ugandan TikTok tailor Didas The Suit Guy is turning online attention into an export business, and child star Tengetenge recently met global music star Jason Derulo.

Afrigo Band Tribute: Government plans to build a house on the Mukono land of late bandleader Moses Matovu, honouring his decades-long contribution to Ugandan music. The DPP has also clarified that Rose Tusiime, who was with Matovu before his fatal attack, will be a key witness and will not face charges. Creative Scene: A Ugandan commentary argues that censorship pushes public debate into arts spaces, where creative expression can carry political messages in less direct ways. Film & Stars: Wakaliga Uganda, a homegrown superhero film featuring hardboiled cops, drew praise in a new review, while child star Tengetenge met global music star Jason Derulo.

Music & Justice: The DPP says Rose Tusiime, who was with Afrigo Band’s Moses Matovu shortly before he was killed, will not be charged and is expected to be a key witness in the murder case. Ugandan Film: Wakaliga Uganda’s superhero film is drawing attention with a review praising its hardboiled style, while Ugandan filmmakers and creatives are heading to Johannesburg for iKON Activate. Live Music: The Last Gal is set to headline her first solo rave at Guvnor. Star Power: Ugandan child star Tengetenge has met global music star Jason Derulo. Creative Careers: A guide for independent filmmakers argues that tight budgets can spark stronger storytelling when productions focus on what a story truly needs.

Ebola Alert: Kenya confirmed its first imported Bundibugyo Ebola case after a Kenyan resident returned from the DRC via Uganda and died in Nairobi, with WHO urging faster detection, contact tracing, and stronger screening at entry points. Entertainment & Media: StarTimes Kenya launched the fifth season of dating reality show Hello Mr. Right, betting on local creators and “modern love” content to boost Kenya’s entertainment scene. Arts & Culture: The Africa Choice Awards returns for its 7th edition in Pretoria on Nov 1, spotlighting music, film/TV, fashion, art, media and storytelling under “The Culture Reigns.” Uganda Sports (Beach Soccer): Uganda’s Sand Cranes stepped up training for the Beach Soccer AFCON qualifier against Burundi, running a resident camp at Bunjako Beach ahead of the Oct 10 and Oct 18 legs. Uganda Creative Economy: Kampala tailor Didas “The Suit Guy” is turning TikTok tailoring into a major craft-media brand, with millions of views and a growing team behind the scenes.

Ebola Alert: Kenya confirmed its first imported Bundibugyo Ebola case after a Kenyan resident returned from the DRC via Kampala, then died in Nairobi—raising fresh questions about screening and surveillance at entry points, including reports of travellers passing Busia without visible checks. Music Justice: DPP Lino Anguzu says Rose Tusiime, linked to the late Afrigo Band icon Moses Matovu, will not be charged and will instead act as a key witness as the main suspect faces court. Sports Prep: Uganda’s Sand Cranes intensify training for the Beach Soccer AFCON qualifier against Burundi with a resident camp at Bunjako Beach ahead of the Oct 10/18 two-legged tie. Tech & Entertainment: StarTimes Kenya launches season five of dating reality show “Hello Mr. Right,” aiming to boost local content and tackle modern relationship themes. Uganda Talent: Didas The Suit Guy keeps turning TikTok tailoring into a major craft-media business, while a Ugandan student Paul Terran Lugobe wins a WorldSkills Culinary medal in Shanghai. Tourism Fraud: Police arrested a suspected online scammer targeting foreign tourists with fake car-hire and tour offers.

Ebola Alert: Kenya confirmed its first imported Ebola case from the DRC after a man travelled via Uganda, was isolated in Nairobi, and died; health teams are tracing contacts and preparing safe burial steps. Uganda in the Spotlight: Uganda’s consul general in Kenya, Ambassador Kiguli Herbert, was remanded to Luzira Prison over alleged loss of UGX 494m linked to requisitions from 2020. Film & Creative Exchange: Ugandan filmmakers and creatives head to Johannesburg for iKON Activate (Oct 14–19), aiming for co-production and collaboration across Africa. Electricity Reality Check: A new report highlights Uganda’s power growth versus the struggle for reliable access, pointing to the gap between generation and delivery. Sickle Cell Push: Lango stakeholders called for better awareness, early testing and treatment as Uganda steps up sickle cell response. Sports (Football): Copper Queens players Barbra Banda and others joined camp in Kampala ahead of Olympic qualifier matches against Uganda. Music Spotlight: Tributes continue for legendary Ugandan musician Moses Matovu, remembered for calm leadership and the Afrigo Band legacy.

Sports & Pride: Barbra Banda and other Copper Queens players have joined camp in Kampala ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic qualifier against Uganda, with Zambia set for the second leg in Ndola. Football Coaching Buzz: Former Ghana star Laryea Kingston is reportedly interested in the Black Stars head coach job after Carlos Queiroz’s exit, with a search committee expected to recommend candidates soon. Music & Culture Abroad: Nyege Nyege’s Mirror World in Brussels shows how Uganda’s festival culture adapts on the road, with Ugandan and regional acts blending electronic, rap and traditional sounds. Community Through Sport: Uganda’s Independence Marathon returned with races from 5km to 42km, raising support for maternal healthcare. Arts & Media Talk: Don McCullin’s latest Vietnam War monograph is in the spotlight, as the veteran photographer reflects on modern conflicts and the limits of “saving” attitudes with images. Local Governance & Corruption (policy impact): IGG backs Balaam Barugahara’s anti-corruption push but warns ministries to act lawfully, while Cosase weighs whether to censure Finance Minister Musasizi over missing a probe. Youth Discipline: Senior Six leavers are set for six months of mandatory patriotism training at NALI Kyankwanzi.

Ugandan Golf: Michael Tumusiime won the NCBA Bank Golf Series finale at Entebbe Club on Oct 3, scoring 75 net and earning an all-expenses trip to the Nairobi regional grand finale on Nov 27. Film & History: New documentary To Kill a Nazi links a Holocaust survivor’s mission to the Entebbe rescue, with screenings planned from Jerusalem to festivals worldwide. Language & Culture: An opinion piece argues schools still punish children for speaking native languages, despite calls to preserve them. Sports (Cycling): Charles Kagimu and Mary Aleper dominated the 2026 Vodacom Coastal Classic in Tanzania, each taking home Sh10m. Sports (Football): DR Congo’s Leopards begin AFCON 2027 preparations in South Africa, with friendlies lined up against Uganda. Sports (Rugby): Hima Cement signs a Shs 250m two-year sponsorship with Makerere-based Impis Rugby Club, backing both finances and facilities. Teachers’ Welfare: UNATU renews demands for fair pay, no arts/science discrimination, better materials, and support for teachers’ SACCO ahead of World Teachers’ Day. Conference Spotlight: Uganda hosts an inaugural conference on Military Operations Other Than War in Kampala from Oct 5–8. Viral Celebrity: Ugandan child star Tengetenge meets Jason Derulo, adding another major international moment to his viral rise.