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"Nothing Serious" is a weekly podcast that explores Uganda's vibrant social life through meaningful conversations and authentic experiences. While the title playfully acknowledges Ugandans' reputation for taking things lightly, the show tackles serious issues with a balanced mix of humour, in-depth analysis and cutting-edge commentary.

  1. 06/12/2025

    EP 39: Dirty December UG Edition

    🎙 Episode 39 show notes Total run time target: ~1 hr Structure: 7 segments Today’s game / challenge - word challenge  Segment 1/ Intro – Thank the fans  Entertainment Kickoff : The HOLIDAYS are here / Lacknof Christmas spirit/ Mariah Carey's song, "All I Want For Christmas Is You," has earned her an estimated $60 million or more in royalties, and she continues to make millions annually from it, say reports from late 2022 and late 2024.  Song earnings: "All I Want for Christmas Is You" has earned over $60 million in royalties as of late 2024, with estimates suggesting she earns between $2.5 and $3 million annually in royalties from the song. The story of the woman on EMEKA’s show / Oscar Kampala 1000 men in Kenya  Segment 2 – our weeks (NYEGE recap) Segment 3 – Mutuzo’s fun fact  Segment 4 – (Skip)  YOURUBINGGGG A GAME BEFORE THE STORYYYYYY Segment 5 - STORIES Uganda Law Society slams police for unleashing dogs at campaign rallies. According to ULS vice president, Anthony Asiimwe, the deployment of police dogs at political rallies today reflects a continuity with colonial and apartheid-era practices in which animals were weaponised to instill fear and enforce authoritarian control.HIV rates surge in Soroti as schoolgirls sell sex for Shs 1,000. Secondary schoolgirls in Soroti city, eastern Uganda, are reportedly engaging in commercial sex for as little as Shs 1,000, a trend community leaders say is deepening the region’s already alarming HIV/Aids crisis.According to the 2024 Uganda AIDS Commission prevalence report, Soroti’s HIV prevalence now stands at 12.5 per cent, making it the second-highest in the country after Fort Portal (13.5 per cent), and more than double the national average of 5.1 per cent. Speaking at the Soroti secondary school annual general meeting on Saturday, Sheikh Obilan Abubakar Umar, Regional Assistant Mufti (RAM) for Teso-Karamoja, said authorities have identified at least 120 “hot spots” linked to commercial sex in the city,  including locations where schoolgirls are allegedly selling sex for Shs 1,000–2,000Spice canceled her concert asayimg promoter failed to meet contractual obligations Africa’s petrol shock map: Shs_____ in Libya, Shs 5,000 in Uganda. In the DR Congo, a litre goes for $1.039 (Shs 3,700), roughly 37 times more. And in East Africa, where millions of people rely on fuel for transport, food distribution and survival, prices climb even higher: Shs 4,950 to 5,060 in Uganda, nearly Shs 4,900 in Rwanda, and Shs 4,888 in Kenya. Fuel is not just a commodity. Across Africa, it is a mirror, reflecting economies under pressure, governments facing hard choices, and households navigating the thin line between mobility and immobility. Nigeria’s price is 2K - https://observer.ug/news/africas-petrol-shock-map-shs-100-in-libya-shs-5000-in-uganda/Burna Boy controversy (videos) UNREALISTIC TV DRAMS banned on Chinese TV stations  December BAE & DIRTY December fever, worth it? How to land one and how to get hoooed on dirty December vibe

    1h 17m

  2. 01/12/2025

    Episode 38: 10th Nyege Nyege Anniversary | Salvado Idringi | Jinja City | Tony Natif | Talent Africa

    We interviewed; SALVADO IDRINGI, TONY NATIFF, the most interesting AUSIES in Uganda and lots of other cool peoples…

    1h 3m

  3. 01/12/2025

    EP 37: Men's Day Vibes | Voodoo, Diapers & Drama | EVEN BABIES HAVE RIGHTS | Pre Nyege Nyege

    🎙 Episode 37 show notes Total run time target: ~1 hr 30 min Structure: 7 segments Today’s game / challenge - word challenge  Segment 1/ Intro – Thank the fans  Segment 1.5/ Introduce GUEST Entertainment Kickoff on a serious note… INTERNATIONAL MEN’s DAY/ Is working our overrated?  / YouTubing what works and what’s not working?  Segment 2 – our weeks with the guest  Segment 3 – Mutuzo’s fun fact  Segment 4 – (Skip)  Segment 5 - STORIES Basajjabalaba willing to spend 2 million euros to get a heart for his mom but failed - UGX 10 billion to secure a heart transplant for his late mother, who died in Germany due to severe heart complications. I told them I can give you 1 million euros, let’s get the heart. Even 2 million euros; I told them I can double the money. The professor looked at me and said, you mean you can pay 2 million euros for your mother who is 86 years old? I said yes,” he narrated. Bassajabalaba said he later learned that organ transplants in Germany are strictly regulated and no organ can be privately purchased, regardless of financial capability. Doctors also informed him that patients above 80 years old are ineligible for heart transplants.Greenhill pupil to be buried Sunday story: Unverified reports later suggested uncertainty around the burial arrangements, alleging that the hospital had withheld the body over an outstanding medical bill of Shs150 million. In a statement issued on November 14, TMR Hospital dismissed the allegations as “inaccurate" and "misleading" https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/greenhill-pupil-to-be-buried-sunday-as-hospital-denies-withholding-body-5265696Nigeria coach blames ‘black magic’ for World Cup exit. After the match, Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chelle, became involved in a confrontation with members of DR Congo’s coaching staff and had to be separated by officials. During his post-match news conference, The New York Times reported that Chelle questioned why journalists had not asked about the dispute. He alleged in French that DR Congo’s players engaged in “maraboutage,” a term for practices associated with marabouts in North Africa and often used to describe Maghreb folk magic. In the mixed zone afterward, he repeated the allegation in English, claiming the opposing players used voodoo during the penalty kicks. Nothing serious topic  Is there a right way for a rich man to enjoy their money? And why do they go overboard? In refrence to Epstein files, the R KELLy’s. Have you guys seen the emails? Implicating Trump and so many others?

    1h 9m

  4. 01/12/2025

    EP 36; A musummer VS Nkubakyeyo VS Kadama| UACE Exams | HOIMA Stadium |Tiktok in Uganda |

    🎙 Episode 36 show notes Total run time target: ~1 hr 30 min Structure: 7 segments Today’s game / challenge - TikTok Games  Segment 1/ Intro – Thank the fans  Entertainment Kickoff on a serious note… Grass hoppers, The iPhone SOCK that costs $200/ School kids chanting Bobi/ Ugandan worker destroys boss’ tractors over late payment  Segment 2 – our weeks  Segment 3 – Mutuzo’s fun fact  Segment 4 – Faisal’s Story Time Segment 5 - STORIES UACE - 1 General paper question can you swim? Museveni warns kenya says Uganda deserves access to the Indian Ocean Tiktok had deleted more than 1.5 million videos posted by Ugandans between April and June 2025. with TikTok stating that they contained hate speech, misinformation, and obscenity. Uganda was ranked 29th in the world among nations with the highest number of videos removed from TikTok during the three-month period. HOIMA stadium completed - is it going to become a national icon? 20,000 capacity, with a hybrid grass pitch that has received a five-star rating. A 2,000-capacity indoor sports arena. A semi-Olympic swimming pool and an outdoor rugby field/tennis courts. It cost 484 billion Ugandan shillingsRuto admits Kenya Power has been rationing electricity due to supply shortfalls. Kenya Power is rationing electricity due to reduced supply in what has forced the country to increasingly rely on Ethiopia and Uganda for its energy needs. President William Ruto made the stark admission on Tuesday, revealing that Kenya Power has been forced to cut off electricity supplies to some regions between 5pm and 10pm as the country grapples with reduced local generation.Miss Rwanda Pleads To Be Spared Jail Term. Miss Rwanda Divine Muheto has owned up to drink-driving and causing an accident that damaged public infrastructure as prosecution asked she be jailed for 20 months. The sentence would include six months for drink-driving, two months for driving without a permit, and one year for fleeing after causing an accident. The defence team for the 20-year-old, however, asked for leniency, citing her remorse and that she was an "important person" against whom only a fine would suffice.Miss universe controversy: The pageant faces online scrutiny after its executive director and Thai businessman Nawat Itsaragrisil publicly criticised Miss Universe Mexico, Fátima Bosch, for her non-participation in promotional activities.After divorcing in Turkey, a man was ordered to pay  "cat support" to cover the care of the felines in his ex-wife's custody. Payments of $235 every three months will continue for up to 10 years or until the cats pass away. The ruling highlights Turkey's recognition of pets as living beings with legal protections.Lazy German nurse gets life in jail after murdering 10 to reduce workload. A palliative care nurse in Germany has been sentenced to life in prison after he was convicted of the murder of 10 patients and the attempted murder of 27 others. Prosecutors alleged that the man, who has not been publicly named, injected his mostly elderly patients with painkillers or sedatives in an effort to ease his workload during shifts overnight.Kenzo Grammy nomination Trump dozing  Nothing serious topic   Basummer - if you were flying in today, what would your itinerary look like?

    1h 23m

  5. 15/11/2025

    EP 35: ZOHRAN MAMDANI Quiz | Tanzanian Gen Z| Bryan White Shrine | Is sexting Flirting?

    2025 🎙️ Welcome to the Nothing Serious Podcast! Where the conversations are fun, the vibes are real, and absolutely nothing is too serious. ⚠️ Episode 35 show notes  Total run time target: ~1 hr 30 min Structure: 7 segments Today’s game / challenge - mamdani quiz Segment 1/ Intro – Would you pay 25K to walk yiur dog?   Segment 2 – our weeks  Segment 3 – Mutuzo’s fun fact  Stories   ⁃ Court asked to nulify General Ali’s candidacy sighting incapacity: Through their lawyers, Kiiza & Mugisha Advocates, the petitioners argue that nominating the visibly frail and immobile 86-year-old retired general is unconstitutional and undermines the principles of effective representation and good governance as enshrined in Uganda’s 1995 Constitution.  ⁃ Eswatini Fires Ugandan Consul Quilino Bamwine Over Fraud and Land-Deal Scandal. The Kingdom of Eswatini has revoked the appointment of its Honorary Consul in Uganda, Quilino Bamwine after a string of allegations linking him to extortion, fraud, and a criminal land transaction.  •Tanzanian police warn against sharing images following deadly election protests. panic" now internet access has been restored after election-related protests in which the opposition.  ⁃ 100 Pupils Hospitalised After Taking Mental Health Sedative Instead of Dewormer. More than 100 pupils at Kajumbajumba Primary School in Ntungamo District were hospitalized after receiving the wrong medication during a routine school health exercise, prompting an urgent investigation by authorities.  ⁃ Lawsuit by Swangz Avenue Swangz Avenue has served MC Kats and Dubai-based promoter Zack Maya (of Vibes Promotions) with a notice of intention to sue for alleged trademark and copyright infringement. Demands: Swangz Avenue is seeking UGX 1 billion in damages and an additional UGX 90 million to cover legal costs.  ⁃ Parliament has approved the US$121,961,000 (UGX425.020 Billion) from the African Development Fund to export electricity to South Sudan despite Uganda grappling with low connections of 25.3% to the national grid, and with only about 15% enjoying reliable electricity  ⁃ Bryan white back in the news: police stumbled upon something stranger: grass-thatched huts tucked discreetly behind the mansion, suspected to be shrines.  ⁃ The USA government shutdown has entered its 36th day, breaking the record as the longest ever and disrupting the lives of millions of Americans with federal program cuts, flight delays and federal workers nationwide left without paychecks.  ⁃ David Beckham knighted for services to sport and charity  ⁃ Singapore passes law to allow caning as punishment for scammers: The parliament passed the amendments to the criminal law on Tuesday. Convicted scammers, syndicate members and recruiters can receive from six to 24 strokes of a cane, depending on the severity of their offences.  ⁃ Shaq’s $300,000 Range Rover stolen en route to Atlanta shop for custom seat installation. A $300,000 Range Rover, owned by Shaquille O’Neal, has been stolen on its way to receive a custom seat installation from a shop in Atlanta, and the police are on the case.  ⁃ Indonesian Man Hands Over Wife to Her Lover to Settle Infidelity Peacefully, Receives a Cow in Return. A man from southern Indonesia who caught his wife cheating handed her to her lover under a centuries-old tribal custom and accepted a cow and some cash in return. 🎤 HOSTS: @PyeparFaisal | @AineDasha | @Beewol | @MutuzoMichi 🎬 PRODUCTION TEAM: Director: moses_owena (@itzBabyMos) D.O.P / On Camera: @JaydShots & @KamugishaSadat Editor: @Humphrey_Otim

    1h 24m

  6. 03/11/2025

    Episode 34: Would you die if it meant every Ugandan became RICH? | SARAH IS TALL I Bobi Wine & NUP

    🎙️ Welcome to the Nothing Serious Podcast! Where the conversations are fun, the vibes are real, and absolutely nothing is too serious. ⚠️ Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of this channel. Nothing Serious does not endorse or take responsibility for any statements, advice, or opinions shared during the show. This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Viewers are encouraged to think critically and seek expert guidance where needed. By continuing to watch, you agree that the channel is not liable for any actions, decisions, or consequences resulting from this content. Viewer discretion is advised. 🎤 HOSTS: @PyeparFaisal | @AineDasha | @Beewol | @MutuzoMichi

    1h 12m

  7. 03/11/2025

    Episode 33: Road Carnage | Bad Black Wedding | Cat Cafe | Kim Kardashian's Pubic Hair lingerie

    🎙️ Welcome to the Nothing Serious Podcast! Where the conversations are fun, the vibes are real, and absolutely nothing is too serious. ⚠️ Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of this channel. Nothing Serious does not endorse or take responsibility for any statements, advice, or opinions shared during the show. This content is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Viewers are encouraged to think critically and seek expert guidance where needed. By continuing to watch, you agree that the channel is not liable for any actions, decisions, or consequences resulting from this content. Viewer discretion is advised. 🎤 HOSTS: @PyeparFaisal | @AineDasha | @Beewol | @MutuzoMichi

    1h 22m

  8. 20/10/2025

    Episode 32: SLAP CHALLENGE GONE WRONG! Anne Kansiime 'Illuminati' & Kampala Scream Club Madness

    Same old, same old…

    1h 6m
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"Nothing Serious" is a weekly podcast that explores Uganda's vibrant social life through meaningful conversations and authentic experiences. While the title playfully acknowledges Ugandans' reputation for taking things lightly, the show tackles serious issues with a balanced mix of humour, in-depth analysis and cutting-edge commentary.

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