By Reporter

Zuli Tums born Ssemwogwerere Sam has tipped the website on his intentions tobdrop an album soon. Without being so specific, Zuli Tums is hopeful he will drop an album this coming month and has also tipped it will be much loved and anticipated. The singer has already dropped songs Easy and Tabu that have enjoyed massive airplay and won the hearts of many.

Zuli Tums is a Ugandan Singer, Producer and Songwritervand has grown up in Kamwokya slums on the outskirts of Kampala, Uganda. He made his name more as a producer until recently when he started singing.

“This lockdown has now given my journey a new twist. Ssemwogerere Sam, the son of my parents, Zulitums the producer and behind the board element (songwriter) and now, Zulitums the singer,” reveals Zulitums.

With songs like Tabu and Easy, Zulitums is slowly collecting a following of fans who identify with his unique sound and vocal ability.” He told the website.

We are hopeful his album will be dropping soon and it’s something to look upto. Be the first to get it here.

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By BigEyeUg Writer Maggie Kayima alias Nabbi Omukazi Omukazi has said that she will organize a show to celebrate fallen Pastor Yiga’s life. Nabbi Omukazi who says that Pastor Yiga loved art stressed that she will make sure a music show is organized to make sure he feels the music where he will be.

“ Pastor Yiga loves music so much. For all the eight years we were together, he made sure we focused on music. He has helped a number of artistes which we cannot just take for granted. I will organize a small concert to celebrate his life and I call upon all his followers to work with me and say goodbye to him in honor.”

She further stressed that She said that she was naturally connected to Pastor Yiga who loved music so much.
Nabbi Omukazi says they have had a rocky relationship but previously they agreed to work together again.

Nabbi Omukazi who bitterly fell out with the deceased arrived at the church in the company of security personnel but claimed that has been the case whenever she steps out of her house.

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By BigEyeUg Writer Ugandan musician and performing artiste Ronald Mayinja who is linked to Hon Kyagulanyi’s people power has yet again thrown surprises to the public and relased a song where he heaps praises on President Museveni for being the best leader Uganda has ever had.

In the new song,Mayinja says no suitable substitute has presented themselves to fill Museveni’s shoes.
“People always abuse you but you handle it a gentle way. This country still needs your wisdom. You interact freely with your opponents which was rare with other Ugandan presidents.“

He goes on and makes a call to provide employment to the youth and equipping health facilities with drugs and medicine.

Earlier on, Mayinja was criticized by people power supporters for betraying them and joining National Resistance Movement (NRM) but he later denied and was welcomed back home. He vowed never to support NRM and President Museveni with confessions that he is a dictator and has done nothing for this nation.

He has not yet come out to comment on the song which has left a lot of questions.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Ugandan celebrities continue to mourn fallen Revival Christian Center Church, Kawaala head Pastor, Yiga Augustine (Abizaayo).

This is because of his remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry as the Kawaala-based Revival Band and ABS TV Uganda boss.

Among them is songstress Angella Katatumba whom the tragic incident did hit deeply after of all her hailing last moments in studio with the Revival Band founder.

During an interview on NBS TV Uncut show, the ‘Tonelabira’ singer revealed that she was extremely horrified by the death of Pastor Yiga because they were collectively working on a musical project before he ailed six months ago.

“I was so saddened and shocked upon hearing about his passing, and May the Lord rest his soul in peace, may the Lord forgive him for all his sins. May he receive him in heaven with all the Angels and Saints. Pastor Yiga and I were working closely for about six months, actually during Lockdown,” Angella Katatumba said.

Angella said that it all started when she had gone for an interview on Pastor Yiga’s ABS TV in Kawaala.

It was there that she met with Pastor Yiga and he applauded her possessing a strong voice which he likened to that of South Africans.

“I had gone for an interview at his TV station at ABS TV and he said to me; Angella I love your voice because in this country you’re the only girl who can sing with that powerful voice. You sing like South Africans.”

He went ahead to reveal to her about one of his songs ‘The Boy’ he had written with an inspiration of the Late great South African singer, Brenda Fassie and he requested Angella to go ahead and record it in studio which she immediately consented to.

“So, he said he had a song he had written with Brenda Fassie in mind and he wished me to sing. We met and we wrote a beautiful song together in just one hour with some Luganda and English language flavor, the song is called ‘This Boy’,” she added.

This was done at singer Eddy Kenzo’s Big Talent studios, produced by SteyN who also played an extra role of levelling language hiccups on both ends (Pastor Yiga and Angella Katatumba).

The plan was to have the musical piece mastered by producer Big Nash and there after its video would be shot.

“Producer SteyN aided us to blend more when it came to languages because am imperfect in Luganda and so he was in English. And the song was in the process of being mastered by Big Nash. So the whole plan was that after that, we shoot the video and in a few weeks we release it.”

Unfortunately, on brink of listening to the final master of the song, its when God has called him.

“Like a week and a half ago, he called me. He used to call me ‘Single girl’. I responded and he said that lets now go to studio and listen to the final master and then start planning for the video but you can see how God always has other plans.”

Angella went ahead to eulogize Pastor Yiga for his professionalism.

In that time, I just liked the way he was business minded and professional.

Apart from his phenomenal music writing skills, the deceased spiritual leader will be remembered for introducing artists like Umar Mwanje, Maggie Kayima (Nabbi Omukazi) Hassan Ndugga, Benah Namisinga among others to Uganda’s musical scene.

Rest in Peace Pastr Yiga!

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By Reporter

We have reliably been informed that Nigerian star Raoul John Njeng-Njeng aka Skales has this afternoon landed at Entebbe airport ahead of his much anticipatee collabo with producer and now singer Zuli Tums. Skales who flew in after booking with Zuli Tums manager for a studio session has told us he is excited to be back and to do a song with a talent he has much hope in. “I have listened to some of his music and he surely is destined for a great career” Skales said.

Skales will also be in a tour to push some of his latest music to the world and Uganda is one ready market for him.

Here are some moments of his arrival.

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By Reporter

Club Pilsner as always did not let the world mark Halloween day without participating. Like the usual Club Beats at Home concerts, club Pilsner staged artistes Lydia Jazmine, Crysto Panda, Karole Kasita and Dre Cali in what could be their most scary stage experiences.

Club Pilsner sent a Halloween message to the world with a Halloween costume clad man with an Axe storms stage scaring away the artistes and consequently the viewers.

Club has joined the rest of the world to celebrate Halloween,a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows’ Day.

Here are some moments from the concert

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By Stuart G-Khast

Unlike the other speakers , Bishop Muwonge did not preach to the finalists from the bible but rather equiped them with usual life skills and motivated them to a better life after University. “Everyone starts from scratch but not everyone keeps scratching” Bishop Arnold Muwonge encouraged finalists to not be afraid to start from scratch but also taught that to keep scratching and finding own need is a quality they need to attach to self as they walk out of their respective Universities.

Inter-University dinner is an event that gathers university and other institution christian finalists gather to listen to the gospel and life hack tactics from glorious men and women of God to prepare them for the world outside school. This year’s dinner was organized by pastor Isaac Senyonjo of YRM

Bp. Arnold Muwonge is the leader of NDE Network that is situated in Wakiso in Uganda and the UK. He is also the proprietor of Destiny Bridge and Stride academy schools also in Wakiso

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By Our Reporter

Smirnoff Uganda has launched a new digital campaign dubbed “We are the Party”. The campaign was launched on Saturday night during the NTV Dance Party show.

During the launch, viewers were treated to a surprise performance from the Nigerian star Skales. The “Booty Language” hitmaker, who performed alongside Ugandan singer Zuli Tums, gave viewers a thrilling performance.

The new campaign will see viewers/audiences participate in a three-part series of challenges throughout the festive season and win prizes with the Smirnoff starter pack being the ultimate prize; a fully loaded gift pack that comes with a crate of Smirnoff, 2 bottles of vodka, a bar set up, a mixologist and a DJ delivered right at a win’s doorstep, for their enjoyment.

Speaking at the launch UBL’s Head of International Premium Spirits, Annette Nakiyaga described the campaign as a perfect festive season kick-starter, set to offer the best party experience for the winner and their family and friends with and safety in mind.

“The true nature of Smirnoff is to breathe life into your party, so invite us into your home by participating in the challenges. Join the challenge now and dress up to go nowhere as we wind down 2020,” she said.

With night spots still under lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the campaign will give participants a much needed opportunity to enjoy themselves safely and in the comfort of their own homes.

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By Stuart G-Khast

New kid on the block Ruth Ngendo of Matidde and Mpita fame has outed a new video “Nteredde”

The one week old video has already attracted viewership and is enjoying massive TV airplay in and around town.

In Nteredde, Ruth piles praise to her assumed lover and also expresses her contentment with the love she found. Nteredde is a Luganda word for am contented and that is exactly what is portrays in the video. Nteredde Video was shot at Pearl of Africa Hotel in Kampala by gVisions that doubles as the record label she is signed to.

Nteredde was recorded by Producer Ronnie and sang by Ruth Ngendo.

Watch it here https://youtu.be/HSrciJPcYZQ

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By Our Reporter

There is a new kid on the block — Zanedi. He announced his entry on the local music scene with a single titled “Binkolera”.

Released mid-October this year, Zanedi goes with the popular theme of love for his debut song. “Let me be your pilot, yes, I’mma be your superman…,” he sings.

The love ballad is laid on a mellow beat, blending well with his honeyed vocals.

The song was produced by Producer Spot at Spot Avenue studios.

Who is Zanedi?

Zanedi is a singer, songwriter and guitarist. He has been doing music professionally for the last four years. He started out performing with different bands, playing the acoustic guitar.

He says he was encouraged to start recording music following continuous compliments on his good voice.

“Friends always told me that l have a good voice, and told me that l should consider going to studio to record some songs. This encouragement from friends is what led me to record my first song,” Zanedi revealed.

In 2018, he teamed up with singer Krons to former a music duo. The duo has so far recorded 10 songs. However, he is now focused on breaking out as a solo artiste.

Zanedi is a versatile singer who can perform different music styles including afro-pop, RNB, contemporary dance music and Reggae.

He is currently signed to Green Hit Records.

Listen to the new single below.

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By Reporter

 The second edition of the Tanqueray Sunday Brunch was a beehive of activity with friends and family mingling, dining and taking in the afternoon’s Sunday setting at the Lakes Restaurant, Kampala Serena Hotel.

 It was not business as usual as the super premium gin lit up the brunch coupled with the light-hearted soothing music and saxophonist maestro Micheal Kitanda was there to serenade his guests with his saxophone leaving many swaying to his melodic tunes.

The different group of guests who showed up just in time for the tantalizing lunch-hour buffet were not disappointed with the arranged assorted foods that was quite frankly, a site for sore eyes.

“Our gin lovers and foodies have had the perfect balance of our fresh citrus and delicious food because Tanqueray’s experience is like none other and blends perfectly to celebrate any occasion,” said Annete Nakiyaga, Head of International Premium Spirits, UBL.

This was the second edition of the Tanqueray Sunday Brunch that happens every first Sunday of the month for the rest of the year.

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By Our Reporter

MTN Uganda under its enterprise arm of MTN Business has launched a first of its kind 3-in-1 offer for businesses in Uganda. The offer is designed to help businesses get more out of their operations with more control for business owners while allowing them to concentrate on growing their business.

The three in one offer encompasses Voice, Internet, and MoMo for business, making it easy for enterprise customers to run their business operations effectively with the same seamless experience that MTN as a corporate entity has come to be known for.

As part of the deal, business customers signing up for the offer will receive free service installation on fixed voice, discounted transaction fees on MoMo for Business, as well as free installation, free subscription for the first month, discounts on monthly subscription fees plus free domain registration and hosting for a year for the internet solutions.

Ibrahim Ssenyonga, the MTN Business General Manager said, “Many times businesses think using multiple providers gives them more reliability and lower costs. Instead, managing multiple providers gives you headache.”

“At MTN, we believe that it’s better to find a provider who has all the coverage and solutions you need, can be your single point of contact and you can take advantage of economies of scale for not just better pricing, but more efficient delivery as well,” Ssenyonga said.

Ssenyonga went on to explain that the recent changes with COVID19 have taught business owners that more people are going to be transacting online including making orders and payments making it even more imperative that the business community adapts to the new normal.

“COVID19 has changed the way people do things. Businesses that have quickly adopted remote ways of working stand a good chance of survival as more people seek convenience that comes with online trading. This new offer is therefore part of MTN’s wider scheme to further consolidate its effort at supporting and enabling SMEs and the business community in Uganda in general,” he said.

Ssenyonga further explained that because Uganda is one of the most entrepreneurial nations in the world, MTN considers it a duty to support this spirit. “MTN continues to inspire and enable the growth of our business customers in Uganda through integrated telecommunications solutions that ensure efficiency and productivity.”

“Under MTN Business, MTN Uganda has always embraced technology to create innovative solutions that allow our customers to focus on their core business as we enable their technology and communication needs. This is just another way we show our commitment towards this,” Ssenyonga said.

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Uganda Breweries Finance & Strategy Director Busola Doregos receives the 2019 CFO of the year award from Joe Eshun, CEO Deloitte East Africa

By Our Reporter

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) in partnership with Deloitte Uganda Limited is now accepting entries for the 2020 Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Awards.

Established in 2017, the awards are aimed at recognizing and celebrating the outstanding achievements of CFOs. The awards are open to finance officers of listed companies, large corporations, SMEs, state- owned entities, Non-governmental organizations and government institutions.

Themed ‘building resilient finance leaders and organizations’, the fourth annual awards will continue to illuminate the essential role that the finance function plays in driving integrated thinking in decision-making and in building sustainable business models while acknowledging the agility with which organizations have transformed work against all odds.

“The purpose of the CFO awards is to raise the profiles of the CFO’s, their involvement in the ever-changing world and development of businesses and finance practices. We also recognize excellence and the essential roles they play in building resilient organizations,” says Nobert Kagoro, Country Managing Partner, Deloitte Uganda.

Charlotte Kukunda, Business Development Manager, ACCA Uganda said, “through the CFO Awards, ACCA has been able to live and demonstrate its purpose, drawing attention to the necessary professional skills that should be adopted and demonstrated by leaders who meet needs of a rapidly changing business and economic landscape.”

Unlike the previous years, this year’s awards will be a virtual event with equal interactions and networking opportunities.

The CFOs can be nominated in any or all of the following categories; CFO of the Year Award, Young CFO Award, Public Sector Award, Not-for-Profit Award, SME Award, Strategy Execution Award, Finance Transformation Award and a new category dubbed Social Impact Award has been added to the range for recognition of performance in the wake of the current pandemic.

Nominations close on 20th November, 2020.

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By Staff Writer

The 2021 general election is taking shape as days draw closer to the D-day. Today, 2nd November, nominations for presidential candidates kicked off. Three generals, Kaguta Museveni, Henry Tumukunde and Mugisha Muntu were duly nominated.

Given the scientific nature of the nominations, Ugandans turned to their TVs to follow the proceedings live. The political command center, NBS TV’s 360 coverage of the event provided viewers with timely updates of what was happening.

I e could easily note the bosses at the Next Media Park were out to get the most out of their enormous talent, with the big team seen to ensure that all presidential aspirants were covered fully. The television station started its live coverage as early as 7 AM and relayed all updates on their social media pages and via the live link on their website.

The presidential nominations continue on Wednesday, 3rd November, 2020. The election fever won’t end soon and one can, as we have known over the last few years, expect to catch the analysis and updates from NBS TV’s line-up of current affairs programs such as Frontline, Big Talk, Elections 360, among others.

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By Stuart G-Khast

Prophet Elvis Mbonye may have met some resistance from people against his prophesies but at every instance he has become triumphant. While we still were jaw dropping about his prophesy with United States’s Joe Bidden, a video of the Zoe fellowship leader Prophet Elvis Mbonye prophesying about Pastor Yiga has emerged.

On 7th January 2020, Mbonye told his fellowship that in his prophesy he sees the name Yiga making headlines on all media outlet this year. Without a doubt, pastor Yiga Augustine now the late has make headlines throughout the year.

Pastor Yiga was in March arrested for misleading masses by uttering that Covid-19 was a hoax. This was 3 months after prophet Elvis Mbonye prophesy.

Most recently, the man of God made national news first with a false alert that he was dead before he actually died 3 days later.

Here is a video of Prophet Mbonye making a prophesy that the name Yiga was going to dominate the News this year.

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By Stuart G-Khast

Singer Mukose Umar commonly known as Prince Omar in his latest release as gone native. The Musoga singer has done an all Lusoga song “Werage”

Prince Omar in Werage cries for love again. Werage is a Lusoga translation for pride and in the song Prince Omar falls in love with a hard to get girl.

Watch video here

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Uganda’s leading audio producer and singer Daddy Andre is yet in another hot soup after his ex lover a one Atim Dorah came out publicly and accused him of failing to do his responsibilities as the father of the child.

Atim said that she got to know Daddy Andre from her friend. She noted that when the two met, Daddy Andre confessed his love for her and made his intentions clear. She went on and added that when she found out that she was pregnant(2011), Daddy Andre advised her to keep the pregnancy.She however got disappointed when Daddy Andre completely refused to take care of his child.

When Andre was contacted, he trashed all the allegations saying the child is not his and that his enemies are trying to pull him down. He insisted that a DNA test has to be done for confirmation. This raised mixed feelings with some of his fans saying he is being haunted by his past.

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By Reporter

Following the recent Ronald Mayinja deflection to the ruling party NRM from NUP, Bizonto have not let him enjoy his new party. Bizonto through their weekly theme summing up events of the week have hit hard at the singer. Using Prince Omar’s song Bajikweka, they have hit at Mayinja for being one of those that always hid in NUP but were NRM and that it did not take long before his true intentions surfaced.

Bajikweka is Prince Omar’s song that hit at pretenders and back stabbers and Bizonto seem to say Mayinja was that while in NUP.

“Prince Omar was very right, people hide their hearts, pretend to be who they are not yet they have something totally different in their minds and hearts. Mayinja you have really proven that Prince Omar was right to sing about people like you”- Bizonto partially stated.

Watch their latest episode here

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The first winners in the “My Uganda, My Nile” campaign pose for a group photo before set off.

By Our Reporter

The first winners in Nile Breweries’ domestic tourism campaign dubbed “My Uganda, My Nile” were treated to a memorable weekend of fun and exploration as they toured Uganda’s biggest national park, Murchison falls National Park.

The two winners who included Next Media Digital Executive Richard Ndagije and Marvin Ayebare, a student at Makerere University, enjoyed two nights at Chobe Safari Lodge, a game drive around Murchison Falls National Park and a soothing boat ride on Victoria Nile where they got a chance to view the foot of Murchison falls and a variety of water creatures.

For a more memorable experience, each of the winners were allowed to invite three of their friends with whom they travelled and experienced Uganda’s beauty.

The team set off for the excursion on Friday morning, embarking for a 7-hour drive to Chobe Safari lodge in Nwoya District where they would be spending the weekend.

Along their way, they made several stops at a number of locations like River Kafu for road side muchomo; Karuma bridge where they viewed the frothy waters of the Nile and some animals including baboons, warthogs, giraffes, and some birds before reaching Chobe.

At Chobe, a late lunch was served, and they checked into their rooms to freshen up for the evening. In the evening, the group enjoyed a camp fire where they joined other visitors as they enjoyed Nile Special beer at the bank of River Nile till late.

Day 2 of the trip kicked off with a heavy breakfast as they prepared to take a game drive around the iconic Murchison Falls National Park which covers 3,893 square kilometers of land.

They were able to see and learn about different animal species like the Jackson’S hartebeest which is the favorite prey for lions, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and many bird species.

After the game drive and lunch which was served at Paraa Game Lodge, the winners were taken on a boat ride to view Murchison Falls.

It was an exciting ride as the winners spotted a crocodile which was resting at the river bank, classes of hippos, many species of water birds and the scenic Murchison Falls before heading back to Chobe later in the evening.

The team enjoying a boat cruise

Day three, being the final day of the trip, the group spent their time lounging at Chobe Safari lodge.

“Since domestic tourism was allowed, I’ve been trying hard to find a way of traveling my country and #MyUgandaMyNile campaign came as a blessing to me. Throughout the trip, I learnt a lot about the wild, had fun on the game rides, the boat cruise to the waterfall, the food was so delicious, basically everyone and everything on the trip made it interesting and I want to thank Nile Special for this opportunity,” Marvin Ayebare, one of the winners said on departure day.

The “My Uganda, My Nile” campaign is still continuing and the next batch of winners will be travelling to Kapchorwa, Eastern Uganda to visit Sipi Falls National Park next weekend.

To stand a chance to be one of the next winners, take a picture with your Nile Special beer and share it on social media using the hashtag #MyUgandaMyNile.

Two posts with the most engagement will be selected and the winners will enjoy a trip with three of their friends.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Leading PR & Rating firm, Avance Media and Africa Youth Awards have announced the 5^th annual publication of the 100 Most Influential Young Africans list for 2020.

With a record 49 females and 51 males represented from 29 African countries, the list features notable faces, the list features several Ugandan personalities including Eddy Kenzo (Singer), Bobi Wine (Singer/Politician), Solomon Serwanja (Journalist), Vanessa Nakate (Climate Justice Activist), Nancy Kacungira (journalist), and Shamim Nabuuma Kaliisa (Entrepreneur).

Sharing insight about the list, Prince Akpah, MD of Avance Media noted: “the 2020 list features young people pursuing various interests intended to put the name of the continent on the globe through selfless sacrifices and spirited leadership.”

He also stated that young people are motivated by the stories of these young achievers who continue to take a lead amid a global pandemic.

The announcement of the list precedes the African Union’s annual Africa Youth Day celebration, which will recognize young African trailblazers from across the continent for 2020.

The criteria for selection included: Excellence in Leadership & Performance, Personal accomplishments, Commitment to sharing knowledge, Breaking the Status Quo and being an accomplished young African.

This initiative is by Africa Youth Awards and Avance Media.

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