By Reporter

As most relief is going to the task force, singer Van Data has together with some friends today extended aid in form of foodstuffs to community mostly made up of HIV victims, thise with HIV or those that have been affected by HIV.

Van Data has initially been looking after these victims who are about 30 families around Kampala. Given the current situation that most families cannot work, more than ever they needed support in form of food and once again Van Data and friends rose to their aid.

DJs also benefited from the singer when on their behalf DJ Nimrod received the package.

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By Reporter

This is a special period that requires people to stay at home. However, to suffice the requirement of daily life, how to shop efficiently and safely has become a new problem to some of the families. To solve such a problem, StarTimes has launched an interactive e-shopping platform of premium selection named StarTimes GO, and as of 22nd April 2020, the programme of the same name started airing on these channels: Sanyuka TV three times a day, Magic 1HD four times a day, and Face TV every after one hour. The hosts of the programme will explain the feature, quality, usage of each product and show the differences in one series, and the audience shall know the specific information without risking physical contact with salesperson.

StarTimes Go offers an access to the no-touch “TOP” shopping experience, namely through integrated services available via TV, Online and Phone-call. The newly born e-shopping service will cover Pan-African areas with Uganda and Kenya being the first countries as pilot project.

With the slogan “Better Life, Let’s GO”, the program frequently displays smart equipment such as TV set, solar power system and decoder, and the category will be expanded gradually. Aside from the safety consideration, a fact that makes your choice even wiser is that most products available are priced lower than the market price. And by purchasing decoder, solar power system and TV set, StarTimes ON (the streaming media APP) membership shall be complementary on three devices, enabling the audience to access content anytime and anywhere.

As the client, you do not need to leave home at all. Simply call 0701117217 and 0781958367 and have your order made directly, and you can pay cash on delivery. The OTT platform StarTimes ON can also help you choose and order product safely. And the installation service is also available after payment, with a swift delivery to home.

Mr. Franklin Wang, the CEO of StarTimes in Uganda says, “We know that a healthy environment is important for pandemic control thus we innovated a safe platform as well as a no-touch shopping method in order to help people stay safe in these difficult times.”

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By Stuart G-Khast

Lydia Jazmine is no doubt a gifted singer and vocalist but more to that she is appealing in fashion and beauty. The singer has won most of her male fans through her sense of fashion that cannot be ignored.

Lydia Jazmine’s beauty has taken her places most of her counterparts have failed to trade. Jazmine should realise now more than ever that she holds an advantage over many female artistes.

Lydia Jazmine’s 5 pictures that will make you love her more

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By Stuart G-Khast

More than ever, Ugandan DJs have pledged to give Ugandan music airplay a percentage higher than they ever have. Previously, DJs and artistes have had arguments on how much Ugandan music should be played with DJs arguing that foreign music has always been more appealing to their audience.

In a snap of a finger, DJs agree with artistes that Ugandan music deserves not just priority but also a higher percentage than 60% that has been in rotation. However, this has not come easy.

Recently the pandemic has left many artistes and DJs locked indoor with no opportunity to work and artistes have used the opportunity to mend relationship with DJs. Because they know DJs are not in their usual music booths commanding which song suites which BPM, artistes have rushed to give them money and food in form of extending friendship and the usually amendable DJs have been drawn to the side than spontaneously thinks Ugandan music should get more airplay.

DJs all over Uganda unanimously can not wait for the lockdown last day to loud play Ugandan music at their respective work stations now. Artistes now wonder why it took them long to realise there was a trigger to this. We are happy to realise this development, everyone else is, at least in Uganda.

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By Reporter

Burundian songstress Iry Tina Da Queen will not let her fans miss her even in this lockdown. Iry Tina has dropped her latest single “Hold Me”

Iry Tina comes from a Francophone country and first gave a shot at the Ugandan music industry back in 2013. However she found it hard to break through because of different barriers.

‘Hold Me’ is a love song where Tina pleads to the love of her life to touch her body while confessing how she wants to feel his hands on her body.

Hold me is in Luganda, English, and Kirundi. The track was produced by producer Artinpro whereas the video was shot and directed by the talented Noisy Pricha. Watch the visuals below;

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By Reporter

There is a brewing cold war and war of words between promoter Balaam and Bryan White and it is slowly taking a twist. Recently Balaam was recorded in a video that went viral where he said “Ako twamugoba mu Kampala” literally meaning he fought and beat Bryan White out of Kampala. This has triggered and ignited a silent war between the two state house darlings.

While the two may all seem to hqve worked for the ruling party NRM, there is feud brewing and one is said to be on plan to evict the other. Sources within corridors have indicated Balaam is doing everything he can to black mail Bryan White and kick him out of statehouse. Balam is said to have hired influencers to down play Bryan White’s efforts.

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By Reporter

Saturday night did not leave music fans and lovers the same as club Pilsner brought music closer to thr fans in the first edition of Club beats at home online concert. Artistes Irene Ntale, A Pass and Ykee Benda entertained their fans online as they from their residences and studios performed fo the fans. The online concert was hosted by Martha Kay and Mr. Silverback was on thr decks.

The online show piled praise from it’s viewers with an impressive setup, quality of sound, lighting, and production all done by Fenon Records.

Irene Ntale kick started the show with her guitar in the comfort of her living room. Irene did ‘Lean on Me’ (cover), ‘Olindaba’, ‘Sembera’, ‘Kyolowoza’ and concluded with ‘He Go Down’ before Martha Kay the host of the show ushered in Ykee Benda who from his Muyenga based studio performed ‘MunaKampala’, ‘Singa’, and ‘Superman’ before A Pass joined in on their collaboration titled ‘Turn Up Di Vibe’

APass like the previous artistes did not disappoint. He performed ‘Chupa ku Chupa’, ‘Nkwagala’ before closing the artiste performances with his hit song ‘Didadada’. The show was concluded with mixes from Mr. Silverback who entertained the viewers till the wee hours of the morning.

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Benon Mugumbya, the Swangz Avenue Director.

By Our Reporter

Swangz Avenue and House of Djs have announced a special COVID-19 concert dubbed “UGANDA, Strong & United”.

The event is aimed at showing solidarity and spreading a message of hope through various representatives within the creative arts industry as well as celebrating and supporting the healthcare workers and administrators who are at the front line in the fight against COVID-19.

“In these extremely challenging times, we would like to share our heartfelt support and solidarity with all Ugandans with a reminder of how resilient we are as a Nation. This is tough but will definitely pass and we should together start plotting recovery and living post Covid-19. We are strong United.” Said Benon Mugumbya, Director Swangz Avenue.

The “Uganda Strong & United” event will be streaming online on multiple platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. The event will be broadcast on Sunday, May 3rd, from 12 pm to 7pm.

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By Our Reporter

MTN Uganda has continued its long-standing relationship with the Muslim community in Uganda by joining them again this year to commemorate the holy month of Ramadan.

This year, the holy month starts at a challenging time when the whole world is grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic which has affected the livelihoods of many.

“First of all, we would like to congratulate the Muslim community upon reaching this fasting season. We have always joined them in celebrating the fasting period. This time round, it falls at a very difficult time due to COVID-19, giving us even more reason to stand with them,” said Wim Vanhelleputte, MTN Uganda CEO.

MTN will continue supporting the national effort by supporting the Muslim community with food items and alms worth UGX 100 million throughout the fasting period. These alms will be delivered daily under the guidance of the National Task Force Against COVID-19 to various communities that need this relief, more so during this fasting period.

The food items/alms that include sugar, rice, posho, cooking oil, beans, bar soap for handwashing and wheat flour will be distributed to the vulnerable communities especially in the areas of Kampala, Wakiso and Mukono district. MTN will be working with Salaam TV/Foundation to reach out to the different communities during the fasting period.

“During this period, we know that our Muslim brothers and sisters would like to stay in touch as they conduct prayers but cannot congregate. We are therefore launching the MTNite Calls promotional offer that will allow them to share in prayer particularly at night during Ramadhan,” Vanhelleputte added.

Alongside the food and alms, MTN has also launched a promotional offer which will automatically give customers 60minutes of talk every night, when they load airtime or buy a voice/data bundle (using MTN MoMo or through an agent) worth UGX 500/- or more during the day. The 60 minutes are however free. This promotional offer will end with the holy month of Ramadhan and is also open to all MTN customers.

“Alongside that, we shall also provide food and other alms to help during the fasting season. This year, our motivation to support those fasting, but in need, has been further increased because of the effects of the COVID pandemic on livelihoods. We wish them a peaceful Ramadan season,” he concluded.

Fasting during the holy month is one of the five pillars of Islam, which also include prayer and charity.

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L-R: Roke Telkom Chief Commercial Officer Michael Mukasa and Brand Manager Michelle Baine hand over the dummy cheque to Hon. Mary Karooro Okurut

By Our Reporter

Roke Telkom has contributed Ugx 20 million to the National COVID-19 Taskforce team to help in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

The contribution was delivered by the company’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Michael Mukasa and Brand Manager (BM), Michelle Baine to Hon. Mary Karooro Okurut, the Minister in Charge of General Duties, Office of the Prime Minister.

Speaking at the handover, the CCO, Michael Mukasa explained that the Roke as a Home-Grown Ugandan brand stands together with country and those affected by the ongoing pandemic and continues to aim to reach out and extend support to fellow countrymen as part of the greater call to unite in fighting the pandemic in Uganda.

He also expressed the company’s appreciation towards the government of Uganda for the milestones achieved so far with more than 40 recoveries.

“We believe the taskforce needs all the support it can get, therefore it is paramount that we join hands in meeting the country’s current needs as we lighten the burden for the many of whom are dealing with the big challenge of being unable to make ends meet.” Mukasa said.

Hon. Mary Karooro Okurut, the Minister in Charge of General Duties, Office of the Prime Minister, expressed the government’s gratitude towards contributions received, thanking Roke Telkom, for joining the campaign and showing solidarity towards the government and fellow countrymen in these harsh times.

“As we continue on this journey towards recovery for our country as we fight COVID-19, it is with great delight that we receive support from a cross-section of businesses, organizations and individuals,” Karooro remarked, adding that, “it is also a gratifying to see local brands like Roke Telkom participate, we truly appreciate the gesture.”

The government has received donations in the form of cash, new vehicles, foodstuffs, sanitizers, essential medical supplies like personal protective gear and other items from various organizations, and on behalf of the government. Total contributions are already in excess of Ugx 4 billon.

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By Reporter

Nansana based The Worship house pastor, Wilson Bugembe has today donated relief food to Wakiso district where his church and orphanage are situated. Wilson Bugembe also gave 700USD to DJs who have in the recent past cried for aid from artistes and the money was received by DJ Nimrod.

We got some moments from the donation.

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By Staff Writer

Prophet Elvis Mbonye has been missing of late. But now, he is back in full swing and we have an idea what had gotten him missing.

In an upcoming interview with Solomon Sserwanjja, Prophet Mbonye reveals that he has been locked in a fight with the day.

“I faced Lucifer in multiple fights, now he is very scared,” he narrates.

According to Mbonye, Lucifer had to run for his dear life for he had never met such a formidable man of God.

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Tribert Rujugiro Ayabatwa’s approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Northern Uganda continues to empower communities to uplift themselves. Ayabatwa’s CSR in this case is based on food security, income-generation, afforestation and access to clean water. 

1. FOOD SECURITY 

Ayabatwa’s company based in Northern Uganda established the Arua Organic Agricultural Centre (AOAC) which demonstrates to communities best practices in food production. 

Crucially, AOAC teaches farmers continuous farming even where rains are scarce. Solar-powered irrigation is now operational, which permits the growing of over 15 different food crops.

A key aspect is to keep these crops well mulched helping the soil to retain more moisture, keeping the temperature low and increasing the soil fertility.

Overall, encouraging and supporting farmers not only to improve food security but also to generate incomes is central. For example, a small farm can produce more than required to sustain a family. By adopting good agricultural practices farmers produce excess food thereby helping to improve Uganda’s food security.

2. INCOME-GENERATION

Farmers are continuously sensitized to expand their income portfolio and not depend only on cash crops. These are several initiatives in this regard. In the case of bee-keeping, 9 apiaries were installed in all regions where farmers learn best practices in bee-keeping. Second, farmers are assisted to grow their own mini forests. A small forest can produce enough wood for domestic consumption and provide extra income every year by selling construction material and charcoal.

3. AFFORESTATION 

In the area of afforestation, 2.4 tree seedlings per year are given to farmers free of charge. Farmers are taught that tree planting goes together with cash crop growing. Tobacco. Native tree species and fruit trees are supplied to the farming communities. 

4. PROVIDING CLEAN WATER SOURCES TO COMMUNITIES

Shallow wells are constructed for communities – providing clean water access to over 15,000 people in the Arua region. This also ensures that children don’t travel long distances to fetch water from rivers thereby undermining their education and their future. 

Tribert Rujugiro Ayabatwa and his companies remain fully committed to the CSR path they have practiced over the years, namely, giving a hand to local communities as they lift themselves from poverty. 

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By Reporter

Many of us know the benefits of regular exercise but have either been lazy to start working out, or too busy. The good news is that Sanyuka TV, one of the most-watched Luganda channels on the StarTimes platform, now gives you the opportunity to start your workout plan or continue your workouts on a daily basis.

In a daily show hosted by famous kickboxer, Moses Golola, viewers are now participating in workouts, a power challenge, and diet tips, all geared towards a healthier life.

The show, dubbed “Kakole ne Golola,” features celebrities, CEOs, and other high-profile personalities who join Golola daily for workout sessions via remote conferencing service, Zoom. The show runs from 6:30am to 7am every day for the duration of the lockdown period.

The lockdown period had previously seen many Ugandans swarm the roads for evening jogs, something that was strongly condemned by health professionals and President Museveni because it violated social distancing principles. Museveni went on to encourage Ugandans to work out in their homes, even releasing his own home workout video. Golola’s workout show on Sanyuka TV now comes to guide Ugandans through this.

“Kakole ne Golola” is only the latest addition to an already great lineup of Sanyuka Tv programming, which is primarily sport and entertainment program. Shows such as Big Deal (Ssenga Nantume & Leila Kachapizo), Music Taxi (Mukunja & Aliyah) Uncut (Zahara Totto & Ozie), Morning Express (Hatma Naluggwa Ssekaya, Kays and Brian Wako), The Wardrobe (Irene Naava), Lunchtime Sports (Baker Kigogo, Michael Kigozi & Solomon Ssaka), Endiba Yaffe (Pius Serugo, Martin Kaddu & Joel Muyita), The Bench (Baker Kigongo), among others, are part of their exciting lineup.

Sanyuka TV are also the official broadcasters of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League, as supported by MTN.

“Kakole ne Golola” is yet another special package that Next Media have put together in line with the COVID-19 lockdown in Uganda, along with the daily 4:30pm special COVID-19 news updates, as well as the restructured weekend late-night party shows; Katch Up (Friday), Saturday Night Live (Saturday) and Late Chat (Sunday), further re-emphasizing their stature at the top.

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By Reporter

Through it’s Ugandan ambassador Annatalia Ozzy, cash chart, a financial technology and social app has provided relief(money) to it’s customers by not only giving posho to the ministry of health as sighted the previous week but also sending direct cash using Annatalia’s Social Media platforms. If you are asking yourself what cashchart is, it’s an app that is used for extensive services such as advertising , buying airtime ,paying bills and others transactions and it’s aimed at making social media more useful.

“Due to the corona pandemic and the increasing cases of gender based violence that was addressed by our ambassador Annatalia who advocates for gender equality. We thought about our royal customers and the victims(gender balanced violence) we opted to use Annatalia’s Social Media platforms because of her good reputation and her massive following to reach out our customers by sending them direct money on their phones” Mr.asha Namanya the CEO of cash chart said.

He applauded annatalia for being a creative hardworking and passionate ambassador despite the pandemic . He still asked Ugandans to follow the directives issued by the President and the ministry of health as a way of keeping their lives safe and he promised that cashchart will be doing more for it’s customers.

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By Reporter

Singer Van Data is ceying losses after he was robbed clean on the night of Monday 27th when robbers broke into his house in the night. Van Data has cried most for his phones and laptops that hold so much information.

He posted

“My phone, laptop, and several stuff were stolen today morning as thieves broke into my house, coz of the lockdown and the police system, protocal and all that couldnt even replace my lines please contact me through my Europe phone line, Instagram or my email as of now if you need to reach me”- Van Data narrated.

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By Our Reporter

MTN Uganda has started distributing food and alms to the Muslim community in and around Kampala as part of the telecom company’s support to the Muslims during the holy month of Ramadhan.

This support underscores the long standing relationship that the telecom giant has had with the Muslim community spanning several years. This year however is a different year as the fasting season has fallen at a time when the whole world is grappling with the COVID 19 pandemic which has paralysed livelihoods of many.

“This year gives us even greater motivation to support the Muslim community as we are aware that many of them are unable to work because of the lockdown resulting from the COVID 19 pandemic. As such, we shall give out food and alms worth shs100million to the vulnerable communities that need this food,” MTN CEO Wim Vanhelleputte said.

The food items/alms that include sugar, rice, posho, cooking oil, beans, bar soap for handwashing and wheat flour will be distributed to the vulnerable communities especially in the areas of Kampala, Wakiso and Mukono district. MTN will be working with Salaam TV/Foundation to reach out to the different communities during the fasting period. The food will be distributed with the guidance of the National task force against COVID 19.

Alongside the food and alms, MTN has also launched a promotional offer which will automatically give customers 60minutes of talk every night, when they load airtime or buy a voice/data bundle (using MTN MoMo or through an agent) worth UGX 500/- or more during the day. The 60 minutes are however free. This promotional offer will end with the holy month of Ramadhan and is also open to all MTN customers.

“During this period, we know that our Muslim brothers and sisters would like to stay in touch as they conduct prayers but cannot congregate. We are therefore launching the MTNite Calls promotional offer that will allow them to share in prayer particularly at night during Ramadhan,” Vanhelleputte said.

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By Our Reporter

As the number of cases positive with Coronavirus (COVID-19) increase daily, health workers continue to fight the outbreak on the front lines and this puts them at risk of contracting the virus due to their close proximity to the most severe cases. Without an influx of urgently needed protective equipment, more healthcare workers may fall ill, reducing the availability of care for patients.

It is from this background that Airtel Uganda is contributing Ugx 1.25 Billion to the Ministry of Health in Uganda, primarily to support health workers on the front line in the battle against COVID-19.

Commenting about the significant contribution, Mr. V.G. Somasekhar, the Airtel Uganda Managing Director said; “Today, we announce our additional support for Uganda’s COVID-19 response through a contribution of 1.25 billion Uganda shillings, primarily focused on supporting our frontline health workers. Now more than ever, we all need to apply our capabilities to the needs of nurses, doctors, midwives and community health workers. At this moment of crisis, no country can cope with what they need alone. The private sector needs to mobilize resources, alongside National Governments, to fight the raging pandemic.”

Speaking on behalf of the Ministry of Health, the Minister of Health, Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng noted that, “this is an important partnership with Airtel in Uganda and demonstrates a real commitment to support our health workers who are battling day after day to defeat this pandemic. As individuals, members of the public should strictly follow the key hygiene measures and social distancing, to help flatten the curve of the epidemic, avoid overwhelming hospitals, and preserve access to healthcare.”

Airtel has already taken several steps to help mitigate the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak such as zero-rating the website for Ministry of Health, World Health Organization and many other websites where the public can access information from relevant authorities on the pandemic as well as education websites to enable students get free access to education materials while at home.

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By Our Reporter

Carrefour, operated by Majid Al Futtaim in Uganda, has joined forces with Africa’s leading e-commerce platform Jumia, through its subsidiary Jumia Food, to provide customers with a secure and convenient way to have their orders delivered to their homes. The partnership comes as the country continues to witness a sharp increase in demand for delivery services, following increased movement restrictions.

Customers can now access Carrefour’s offerings on the Jumia Food app, and place their orders for the listed items. Jumia Food will deliver to the customer’s desired location throughout Kampala and payments can be done using various options.

Franck Moreau, the Country Manager Carrefour Uganda and Kenya said: “Our partnership with Jumia is a testament to our agility and adaptability as a business, which allows us to overcome disruption, and quickly cater to our customers’ needs during these challenging times. This is an important step in our digital transformation journey and Omni-channel offering, and we look forward to bringing our great value products closer to our customers by offering them a safe and contactless delivery experience to their homes.”

More shoppers will have access to a variety of Carrefour products now, providing them the same great value prices and quality of products they enjoy at Carrefour stores.

Initially, there will be a limit on orders per item for selected key products to ensure everyone receives what they need. The range of products is prioritized for essential goods, dry foods like sugar and flour, sanitization products, beverages. However fresh produce like fruits and vegetables are available for ordering with no limitation. Orders will be processed by Carrefour employees, who apply strict hygiene measures, including wearing gloves and masks at all times.

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By Reporter

The Club Beatz Online Concert will this Saturday return for it’s second edition. While the first episode last Saturday featured three artistes, this Saturday is lined up for four artistes.

Lydia Jazmine, Feffe Bussi, Grenade and Tonix will this Saturday entertain in the club beatz online concert, an online show that runs on Saturday nights starting 8PM till late. The show that streams on Club Pilsner YouTube and FaceBook accounts grooves through the night with Martha Kay as host and this Saturday DJ Aludah will be the Deejay.

Club Beatz has also allowed it’s fans and clients to win a complimentary pack and 5GB of data of any network starting now till Saturday 2PM when they order atleast 10 beers on beernow.ug and share a picture with their order number. Also during the show on Saturday, you win when you order atleast 10 clubs and share order number in the comment section.

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