By Reporter

In July 2020, out of the lockdown that saw many tailors resort to working from their houses, making face masks because very few people had money to spend on buying new clothes, a dream to promote UGANDan fashion products to the globe was brought to life! This is non other than the trillion looks store.

The life of tailors and seamsttresses In Uganda isn’t the best life any fashion designer can admire. The UGANDan fashion industry is clogged with fashion designers who have turned into mere tailors. These face competition from second hand clothes, low pay for their work, high material costs which later affect the prices of custom made products to the final consumer.

Trillion Looks Store is established to boost the UGANDAN designers and help them earn from their designs, creative and tailoring skills and give UGANDan fashion consumers an affordable african fashion alternative.

Trillion looks store is a one stop shopping center for ankara fashion styles made by Ugandans. The store runs an online shop where online buyers can order already made items of different sizes. The orders can be delivered locally with in 2- 3 days and globally up to 2 weeks.

The products are priced in ugandan shillings and highly affordable. To encourage local buyers. ‘We are pricing in UGANDan shillings and allowing buyers pay using mobile money’

International buyers can use master card, VISA and PayPal to purchase these fashion products. Trillion Looks Store’s online shop has been launched at a time when travel has been banned in many countries, there is hope that the african fashion products, with the brilliant colors can shade a light and good memories of the good old days to buyers when their products are delivered on their door step.

Hopefully, the activities of the store will improve the lifestyle of our local fashion designers and bring so many new creative designs into the fashion industry both locally and globally.

The operation model is new in Uganda, however, with the shift to the use of technology globally, there is a high probably that the store will grow in a short while.

About the Founder:

Cerinah is a graduate in Textile and Ginning Engineering and an ACCA student who found passion in selling and marketing fashion products. Her love for fashion dates back to her childhood days. Raised by her single mother who was a fashion teacher and understanding the poor work conditions her mother encountered while she perfomerd her job, Cerinah determined to build a platform that can change the fashion narrative in uganda with much focus on female fashion designers.

Cerinah has worked as business developer at milima security, volunteer with national arts and cultural Crafts association, lead a team that won the zoo hackathon competitions in 2019 and won the CFO (Chief finance officer ) award for best CFO SME CATEGORY in 2018.

Together with a team of three others, Arthur Kasirye, Fanny Nyaic and Rachel Nasasira they are reviving the fashion industry in Uganda. However, these are also collaborating with a number of models, photographers, content creators to bring life to fashion.

You can check out the website www.trillionlooks.store to make your purchase

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By Reporter

Uganda’s President Museveni on Tuesday tapped Jessica Alupo, the former Education minister and retired UPDF Major, as Vice President and named outgoing junior Health State Minister for General Duties Robinah Nabbanja as prime minister and Rtd Hon, Rebecca Kadaga as the first deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Affairs.

 This is the second time that the second highest office of the vice President is held by a woman in Uganda and the first time in the position of Prime Minister.

 In 1994, Dr Specioza Kazibwe became the first female Vice President in Uganda. Making her the first woman in Africa to hold the position of vice-president of a sovereign nation.

Since then more women have risen to become vice presidents and even Presidents including the recent rise of Tanzania’s Samia Suluhu Hassan who became the first female President in East Africa.

The National  Women council spearheaded by the council treasurer Akwi Norah Robinah has come out to hip praise and thank President Museveni for finally fronting Women in his recent released Cabinet.

Speaking to the Media today, Akwi, who looked excited revealed that it’s time for the Ugandan Women to shine and take Uganda to the next level.

“As Ugandan hard working women, we are super excited and happy that the president has decided to trust Women  to secure Uganda’s future. As a council,  we are appreciative and pledge our loyality and hard work towards our nation  building” Akwi stated.

She went on to say that when you educate a girl child, you build a strong and trustworthy nation.

“Women  in nature have always been known to be trusted, hard working and not corrupt,  so by naming Women in Uganda top political position is just a plus to out nation” she added.

Gorgeous  and excited Robinah more deeply extended her gratitude to the president for finally fulfilling his pledge to lift Karamoja subregions by appointing two female ministers from the subregion. Hon Anyakun Esther  Devine, state minister for disaster and preparedness, also the Woman MP Nakapiripiti.  Akello Rose Lilly Karenga Woman MP as state minister for ethics and integrity. In this kisanja, the sky is the limit especially for Karamoja sub regions.One of our National women council member Hon Asamo Hellen was also appointed minister for Gender, Labour and social development (disability Affairs).We are very grateful.

She concluded by wishing all the best to fellow women that have been trusted with the ministerial positions. That Leadership is God given. They should put all their trust and works in the hands of God.

A few days back, Museveni announced the new Cabinet after an inordinate delay.

To all Ugandan Women, your future has been secured and the Sky is the limit.

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By Reporter

Prince Martin is a fast rising singer on the block at the moment. He started his music journey five years back and is his music is currently ruling the airwaves. We spoke to him about, music, love and life.

First things first, that stage name Prince Martin! Among all names why did you choose that? Are you a real Prince?

Well. I am not a prince. I have no relations with any Kingdom leaders in Uganda but I have been a prince ever since I was born in my family. My family members have always called me a prince. That is how the name Prince Martin came about.

Tell us how and where did your music journey start from?

My music journey started all the way from high school. That is 5 years back. I was part of the school choir from S1 to S6.All the way I met some people that encouraged me to do the music and gave me the hope that one day I will be a music star. When I relocated from Uganda to the UK, I started doing my own music. I have recorded so many songs ever since. That is briefly my music journey.

When was your first  day in studio recording  your first song?

My first day in a studio was way back in 2018 around Rubaga. I recall the very first day it was just horrible for me. Holding the mic for the first time infront of music producers made me so nerveous. But as time went on, I started getting on well with everything and later mastered the art.

And what was that hit song that made your break through?

WOW. My first hit song called Pause came out last year. The song made me go so many places. People started recorganising me and I felt good.

When you heard the song  played on air for the first time, did you feel you’ve finally arrived to your ultimate dream? How was the feeling?

Hahah. Actually when my first song play on air, I breathed in and out. I told myself that yeah, this just the beginning. I need not to be excited. I controlled my excitement because when you allow excitement take over you in the beginning, you may lose it. But all in all I felt so good.

Most of your songs are in English, don’t you think you limit your non speaking English fans, like your local language back here in Kampala?

Actually not all my songs are in English. I mix all langauges. I do alittle of Kinyarwanda, Luganda and English. Everyone is really catered for. I give an example Omukururo gunsintuula. This song is in Luganda and people love it. So I mix all the languages.

Today you’re slowly climbing to the table of men musically, how are you handling the fame?

To me fame is the easiest thing to handle. I have a calm personality. I am too humble for life and I use my fame so well and accordingly. I can actually be moving on Kampala streets as I socialize with people. So with fame, I am so okay.

Who can you attribute your music success to so far?

For now, I can attribute my music success to just two people. That is Atkison, Larry Charly, Brother Mukasa Robert and the other person is John Mary. These people have pushed me to where I am now.

Who has been financing your music career?

Right now , no one is financing my music. I do all myself. I pay for all necessary expenses to bring the music out myself. It is really hard to find someone to finance one’s music before your own.

Lots of upcoming artists are just producing bubble gum music, how different is your music?

Well, everyone has what they love what to do. Personally I love talking to the soul. I do soul love music. Also I am this kind of a guy who does RnB, Raggea music and some afrobeat. So I mix something that makes me different.

What has been your weakest  point in your career so far?

My weakest point in this career is putting my music out. I kept prosticanting.

Let’s talk about life, Apart from music, what do you do in the UK?

Life in the UK is good. In the UK,my first job was I wanted to join the army. I trained and all. But later I made a U turn. I thought twice about my music career. I went to school and decided to go to studio. I work like any other person in the UK to earn a living.

Don’t you think venturing into music is  waste of time?

No, it is not a waste of time. Thought that how people think. So many youngstars have made billions in music. The most trending talent is music. One can successfully do music and earn a big living. Atleast we have living examples in Uganda.

How are you promoting your music while in the UK?

First in the UK, you can only find my music on audiomark, Spotify,Apple Music, Soundfy and other channels but in Uganda, I pay some one to move my music on radio stations and TV. Which is less costly. That is how I operate.

You can’t seperate musicians and girls, how do you handle them.  You look young , handsome and ambitious, what is your take on UG women?

Yes, I know you cant separate the two. But it is all about the mindset. I cant deny Uganda has the most beautiful girls I have ever seen. Personally I am now putting my energy on my career. But when it comes to that time for girls, we shall see.

Which Ugandan singer would give it all to have her in your bed? Would you marry a fellow musician? Or Celebrity?

I am going to be honest I like people but when it comes Lydia Jazmine and Winnie Nwagi, I like them so much. But I don’t wish to be in bed with them. I only wish I can have a collabo with them. I have respect for my fellow musicians.

Today we have many broken celebrity marriage in Uganda, the likes of Daddy Andre and Nina Roz, what is your take on this?

All I can say about this is usually it is very hard to make it in marriage when both of you are celebrities. There is always a battle for supremacy at home. That contributes to marriage break down.

Since you’ve a variety of them on your side, what qualities of a woman would sweep off you?

I want some one who is really calm. It doesn’t matter where she comes from. I want a brainy girl, respect and love.

Do you have plans of settling down  and make a family?

Oh yes. I have that dream of settling down and make a good family. If all goes well, I will do that soon.

How has internet impacted the music industry?

Really internet has done so much. Today our music fans get to know us before even we get to sing. So many online outlets are paying musicians. It is a big impact.

In a few last words, how Do you see the ug music industry in the next five years?

The Music industry has blossomed so well. Very many artists have come out and the future is bright. When we continue like this, we shall be far away.

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By Reporter

While the wedding guest numbers may have been taken down, in a bid to observe S.O. Ps, your attire shouldn’t be a let down as well. And with the new fashion collection that has been released by Larry Casual, your wedding fashion just went a notch higher.

The bespoke luxury men’s designer has just released a new 20-piece collection, that he says was birthed last year during the lengthy lockdown.

“Because we were stuck home for a really long time, I begun looking at things differently and realized that we needed to experience and create something new with the men’s fashion when it came to weddings. And that is how this collection was born,” Martyn Larry, the designer explains.

He adds that this collection was made for the man/groom who is seeking to make a statement with their fashion, not afraid to go bold and also very expressive.

“I need the man who wears any of the pieces from this collection to feel bold, bright and truly Africa, which is something that we endeavored to emphasize with this collection. The Larry Casual man is unapologetic, stylish and fashion forward. And that is what this collection is aimed to achieve!” he adds.

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By Reporter

Young upcoming model Sharon Kiyimba Promise is truly headed for a bright future in modeling.

The 18-year old made it through the top model Uganda auditions. The best will represent Uganda at the top model worldwide event in London.

The stunning model participated in the KitokoMakeup Pearl of Africa shoot.

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Philip Odwera performs during the Sauti Canvas competition finale.

By Our Reporter

Disability is not inability, goes a popular adage. This was best demonstrated during the Sauti Canvas competition which came to a close on Friday as persons with disabilities took to the stage to showcase their talents.

Performing before a panel of five judges, over 20 participants with different physical and sensory impairments showcased their talents ranging from singing, to dancing, and playing instruments.

One such participant was Philip Odwera who was bound to a wheel chair because of a broken spine. Despite his disability, Odwera’s passion was palpable when it was his turn to perform. Holding the mic ignited a spark in him that made it feel like he had finally come alive. Singing an original composition, he owned the stage with a lively and vigorous showcase that had the judges swaying along. For his great performance, Philip Odwera was later crowned as one of the winners.

Other winners included Simon Namone, a pianist and singer; David Kagwe, a beatboxer; and a dance trio comprising of Nanono Hawah, Bawakana Samuel and Moses. The winners were each rewarded with Ugx 1 million.

Held under the theme “focus on abilities”, this year’s edition of the Sauti Canvas contest was aimed at transforming attitudes and norms around the participation of young people with disabilities in the music and arts culture in Uganda to be more inclusive and offer them opportunities to develop and market their talents in arts.

Speaking during a mentorship session, singer Fik Fameica advised the contestants to stay positive and encouraged them to continue working on their craft.

“No one is perfect, and no one should ever tell you that you can’t,” Fameica said. “The secret to success is knowing your strong points and focusing on building that; focus on your abilities and develop them.”

The singer further pledged to collaborate with select contestants on a music project to give a boost to their careers.

The finale was a hybrid event with a mix of both virtual and physical showcases which were held at the Voice and Beats offices in Makindye.

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By Our Reporter

“An expectant mother in Buvuma hoped for a normal and safe delivery just like any other woman on earth. But for women in Buvuma, it was a matter of life or death. The health centre three on the island surrounded by water can only handle ordinary deliveries. In case of C-sections, the expectant mother would need to be ferried to Kiyindi town council, where she can be operated on. But the only ferry available rides on a schedule; three times a day,” former mayor Kiyindi town council Dickson Kasujja Kabuye reminisces.

The Kiyindi-Buvuma route currently has one ferry that carries 120 passengers and 8 cars, making three trips each day between Kiyindi landing site in Buikwe district and Kirongo landing site in Buvuma district.

Essentially, there was no emergency medical relief for an expectant mother in need of operation on Buvuma Island.

It all changed in June last year when MTN donated an emergency ambulance water boat to Kiyindi.

The 15 Seater state-of-the-art water rescue vessel would be used to respond to water transport and health emergencies in Buvuma and Buikwe districts among other areas served by the Kiyindi landing site.

The modern water emergency rescue vessel made by Fisheries Training Institute, Entebbe and licensed by Ministry of Works and Transport was worth Ush 52 Million made of fibre glass, enveloped by a waterproof canopy and cushion seats.

It has a Yamaha outboard engine DT 40, anchor, 2 oars, fire extinguisher, 5 lifeguards, first aid box and patient stretcher.

According to Kabuye, the boat has been very useful in transporting patients from Buvuma to access medical services from Buikwe district.

“Almost 50 per cent of the people living in Buvuma are from Buikwe district so the boat helps us to transport them from Buvuma to the main island of Buikwe so it is very useful to us,” he says.

He goes on to narrate; “Previously, there was no way you could transport an expectant mother to Buikwe district because you had to wait for a ferry which moves in shifts. Now it is very easy to transport because this boat runs so fast.”

The boat, Kabuye says takes about 30 minutes to move from Buvuma district to Buikwe mainland in Kiyindi for medical care.

The boat was also very essential during the days of lockdown during which covid-19 patients were transported from Buvuma to Buikwe for medical health care.

“We got about 3-5 COVID-19 patients from Buvuma so it would go and pick them and finds the motor ambulance stationed in Kiyindi,” he says.

Fishermen deaths mitigated

The tales were not unique to the town council. Fishermen live to hail the ambulance which has saved lives of many on the lake.

Paul Jumba, leader of fishermen in Kiyindi mans the emergency boat along with 2 others. He narrates that on his many rides called upon by the town folk, he has saved many people from drowning.

“I have saved some people we have found drowning using our first aid kit,” he says.

But the commonest occurrence is the exhaustion of fuel in water boats on the lake.

“Since there is no petrol station on the lake, we run to the rescue of the fishermen on the lake,” he says.

Jumba also reveals that the boat has transported district officials around the islands to sensitise different members of the public on how to maintain standards of operation such as wearing masks and washing hands.

The donation of the emergency boat followed a request from the fishing community last year when MTN Uganda staff visited Kiyindi landing site to launch their annual staff voluntary program dubbed “21 days of y’ello care”.

Mr Patrick Tusiime, the regional commercial head said MTN is proud to have contributed to the safeguarding of lives around the islands only accessible through water.

“We appreciate the work accomplished by the team manning the boat. MTN prioritizes lives of the people we serve and we are glad that the boat is saving and helping many people in the region,” he also noted.

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Colin Asiimwe, Head of Marketing MultiChoice Uganda.

By Our Reporter

SuperSport has announced its expert line-up for coverage of the UEFA Euro 2020 and a range of new exciting shows that will provide unrivalled insights and coverage of the Season which kicked off on Friday.

Ugandan sport-loving fans should expect in-depth analyses on SuperSport from several pundits with European experience, among them Shaun Bartlett (FC Zurich and Charlton Athletic), Andre Arendse (Fulham and Oxford United), Matthew Booth (Rostov and Krylia Sovetov), Stanton Fredericks (FC Moscow, Grasshopper Zurich and Pierikos) and Benni McCarthy (Celta Vigo, Porto, Blackburn Rovers and West Ham United).

Also joining the line-up will be South African hero Teko Modise, four-time coach of the year Gavin Hunt, plus Sundowns assistant coach, Rhulani Mokwena.

Joan Semanda Kizza, the PR and Communications Manager, MultiChoice Uganda said that SuperSport will also broadcast online Zoom interviews with international pundits led by main presenters Julia Stuart, Neil Andrews and Carol Tshabalala.

“It is exciting that the Euro 2020 is finally here. We understand that sports lovers have waited for over a year to enjoy the electrifying sporting action. SuperSport will therefore be broadcasting all 51 matches live, there will be full repeat broadcasts, plus nine- and 26-minute highlight packages that will be available on CatchUp and the DStv app. As you might have noticed your sports line up channels have changed to SuperSport Euro (DStv) and GOtv Euro (GOtv) and this was affected on 1st June ahead of todays games. Both our DStv and GOtv customers will have access to the action which is going live tonight,” Semanda said at a press briefing held at the MultiChoice Uganda Head Office in Kololo.

SuperSport will also broadcast UEFA’s daily show on all platforms, with one-hour build-ups for all 51 matches, in addition to post-match wrap-ups.

The 24 teams competing for the title this Season include seven former champions, among them Portugal, the defending title holders who begin their campaign on June 15 against Hungary.

Speaking at the press briefing, Colin Asiimwe, the Head of Marketing, MultiChoice Uganda said,“This Season of the Euro 2020 action will include an all-new show on YouTube (SuperTube) that is designed to offer a fun and engaging experience for fans. But that’s not all. The popular Master Plan magazine show which airs Sundays at 1pm will also return with emphasis on strategic tactical analysis.”

He added that, “This will be complimented by the use of technology such as the telestrator, touch screen and augmented reality graphics; a winner for coaches and former players seeking to lend their perspective.”

Meanwhile, for the online audience, DStv Uganda and GOtv Uganda will sweeten the viewing experience for subscribers where they will get the chance to win up to Ten 40 inch screen TVs as long they reconnect their subscription and participate in the online predict and win activation that will be happening on their social pages.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Ugandan longtime R&B pop star, Gift Ov Kaddo has opened up on his rare media appearances.

The CEO Kaddo Farm who has been off the music scene for close to 10years now says that he hates making radio and TV presenters uncomfortable with his routine calls for a hand in his music.

“Sometimes am sorry for the media that I stopped showing up coz sometimes am this person who believes in myself even if there is any situation that is trying o gun me down, I can fight it and pass through. So am like maybe am disturbing these guys. I used to call presenters sometimes to ask them to play my songs and I realized that I was instead exhausting them,” stated Gift Ov Kaddo during his appearance on NBS TV.

The famous ‘Traffic man Officer’ singer also notes that he would never struggle to compete for space with the current generation of artists whom he adds that they fall below his belt.

“The media betrayed me before. If you listen to a song like Driver and its still playing now and compare it to the trash of nowadays, 10-year-old Traffic man song is still hitting. I then get shocked when the media wants me to join the current ruckus,” Gift Ov Kaddo added.

Upon his music career dulling, it’s understandable that Gift Ov Kaddo embarked on the Tours and Travel business for survival.

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

Singer Faisal Sseguya a.k.a Rabadaba and the Late AK47’s widow Nalongo Maggie Salha Kiweesi are now officially husband and wife.

This follows Nalongo Maggie introducing Rabadaba as her fiancee to her parents and relatives.

The glamorous Buganda traditional marriage ceremony (Kwanjula) went down at Nalongo Maggie’s parental home in Katabi-Busambaga village, Entebbe – Wakiso district.

Attendance to the ceremony was strictly by invite and it saw a few close friends to the couple turn-up.

Maggie having converted to Islam and obtained a new name ‘Salha’, the couple decided to have their Nikkah (Muslim wedding) on the same day.

Singers such as Lydia Jasmine and Winnie Nwagi that accompanied Rabadaba to his in-laws also put-up stunning performances.

Rabadaba lit his love candle with Maggie as he performed for her his famously romantic jams such as ‘Love Portion’.

According to Rabadaba, Nalongo Maggie Kiweesi was his first love during their high school in 1999.

Rabadaba has vowed to prioritize lover Maggie at all times in their new journey.

“First Love! First Truth! First Everything! And I promise to always put you first Mrs Sseguya!” Rabadaba stated on his social media.

Have a gaze at some of the alluring moments at the event:

Congratulations to Rabadaba and Nalongo Maggie

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By BigEyeUg Team

Renowned singer, song-writer, and producer Andrew Ojambo famously known as Daddy Andre’s health is reported to be awful.

A liable source intimates that the ‘Tugende Mu Church’ singer has been bedridden for quite sometime now despite him preferring privacy of his current health status.

It adds that Daddy Andre’s health started deteriorating immediately after shifting from his old residence in Kyanjja to Munyonyo.

However, its also believed that he is one of the millions of Ugandans who have been victimized by the current lethal COVID-19 wave though we can’t confirm so.

We will keep you updated with new developments in this story.

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By Reporter

Singer Latinum isat tension with fans woth many teenager fans asking him to reveal real name. Many claim not to know his true name even when you would think it would be easier asking his former classmates.

Latinum break through in 2016 with his song Amanya Gange mi Latinum.

However latinum has many songs and Albums that you will need to give attention to.

Currently he has a song that’s hitting Tv and radio airwaves called #Low

No Matter the lockdown the young hardworking passionate musician is set to release a new song called “Buwoomi” sweetness

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Sen Somdev, the MTN Uganda Chief Marketing Officer addresses media.

By Our Reporter

MTN Uganda has revamped its innovative voice bundles called MyPakaPaka to give customers even more minutes to talk.

MTN Uganda’s Chief Marketing Officer Somdev Sen said the revamp is part of the telecom company’s drive to offer affordability to customers while maintaining value.

“In these times of economic difficulty, MTN is committed to offering affordable voice solutions that fit the budget of every customer. We are delighted to announce improved offers that provide significantly more minutes for customers to keep in touch with their friends and loved ones,” he said.

The refreshed MyPakaPaka voice bundles come at a time when more people have to communicate with customers remotely and also when family and loved ones can mainly stay in touch on phone, making it very relevant in the lives of Ugandans at this time.

MyPakaPaka is a voice offering from MTN that was developed using customer’s usage behaviour and average spend to create various 24-hour bundles that are suited to each customer’s pocket. The bundles are for varied durations up 100 minutes a day depending on a customer’s usage pattern.

“MyPakaPaka represents one of the best calling options for the public who are using the MTN network. It offers customers great value, allowing them to connect day and night affordably and now with the revamp, there are even more minutes allowing for more talk,” Somdev said.

Key to note is that all MTN customers have a unique offer tailored to suit both their budget and talking needs. In addition to minutes, MyPakaPaka also comes with SMS bundles.

To activate and buy MyPakaPaka, the MTN customer is required to dial *160*1# and select their preferred bundle.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Ugandan female comedian, Anne Kansiime’s grief of losing her mother has been lessened as longtime boyfriend Abraham Tukahiirwa alias Skylanta proposes to her.

Anne Kansiime whose mother passed-on earlier this month was overwhelmed with joy on Wednesday after boyfriend Skylanta proposing to marry her.

She went ahead and paraded the lavish engagement ring on her figure from Skylanta as she promised to love him endlessly.

Kansiime also expresses her gratitude to Skylanta for beating all odds of her craziness and choosing to love her unconditionally.

“A beautiful promise🖤I Just might have gotten myself a life patner in jox🥂🤍 🔊🔊🔊Ninjas come help me celebrate this precious moment. Skylanta  akantukangye thank you for loving me and being my hiding place. Thank you for risking to take a chance on my madness. Kale am gonna to love you, you don’t know nokudonno🤎” Anne Kansiime stated on her social media.

In April this year, the magical couple welcomed a bouncing baby boy whom they named, Selassie Ataho.

The love birds started dating in 2018 after Kansiime’s break-up with her ex-husband, Gerald Ojuok, in 2017.

The comedian and Ojuok had been married for four years.

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

Ugandan music composer, writer, producer and singer Joshua Kiberu a.k.a Yesse Oman Rafiki is set to release his long-awaited music album ‘The National ID’.

‘The National ID’ is a 15track album full of African stories and today life.

On Wednesday, Yese took it to his Instagram and shared ‘The National ID’ album tracklist.

“All this is on your menu. I can’t wait for you to listen to The National id album,” Yese Oman Rafiki stated.

The notable tracks on the album include; African Sugar Daddy, Baby Daddy, Tendeka Bus, Nyumbani, Chali, Togaba Omutima, Obufananyi, Mirembe, Wait, Ebaluwa ya Kampala, Wampita, Nakato Ne Babirye, Stay Longer, Kumpi, and Mwotto.

However, the album release is yet to be disclosed.

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

It’s a bitter twist for Team No Sleep music camp singer Yusuf Ssenabulya famously known as Roden Y Kabako as he continues in a land wrangle in Busabala, a village in Central Uganda.

Last weekend, Kabako and his wife Dumuna fisted with Busabala LC1 Chairman, Mr. Ntuyo Steven, and ideally repossessed the 40ft x 25ft piece of land that had been stolen.

Chairman Ntuyo is said to have connived with his LC1 committee and resold Kabako’s land to a one ‘Hajjati’.

However, Mr. Ntuyo has come out and revealed that the land Kabako has no proof of ownership of the piece of land that he is fighting for.

“Kabako has no land in Busabala, not even a spoonful. Maybe the sand that he bought for construction. Kabako has no money to purchase a land in Busabala,” said Mr. Ntuyo Steven during an interview on Spark TV Uganda.

Mr. Ntuyo has also advised Kabako to first borrow the knowledge of owning land from fellow celebrities such as Sheebah Karungi, Full Figure, and Pastor Wilson Bugembe whom he says already possess plots in the same locality.

“He is not even the first celebrity to buy land in Busabala. Let him first consult Sheebah Karungi, she is a good woman, she has bought land here in Busabala and its good that am the one who endorsed on her land agreement. Another one is Full Figure, whom I was also part of the agreement, she’s even building her own house. Pastor Wilson Bugembe too is also part of this community. The Late Mowzey Radio, he also had land here though his documentation got lost. His family came recently and pleaded for my assistance,” Mr. Ntuyo added.

Apparently, Kabako is yet to parade any documented proof of owning the piece of land.

We will keep you posted

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By Reporter

Nigerian artiste, producer and sound engineer, Akuchi Amadi boasts of his versatile musical knowledge and strong business background.

His musical career started abruptly in 2017 when Nigerian hiphop artiste, Olamide discovered his music titled ‘el Chapo ’, after which Olamide featured him on a song titled ‘Underground’ and Akuchi simultaneously featured Olamide on ‘ringiringi’ which was a monster hit.

Speaking about his music he stated, “I draw inspiration from other songs and personal events in my life. My music is different because I’m different, I have different experiences and a different voice. Good music for me is music that can give me a good feeling. Smart production is everything and I never mess with my drums.”

The budding star took a 3years break from the music spending those years learning the excellence of sound engineering, music producing, show promotion and business. Speaking about the break he shares, “I went on a break to go to school and live an ordinary life because I knew it was going to be huge when I got back. So for me my strategy is to give the people a story no one can make up and no one can re-make.”

Fast forward to 2021 he makes a major comeback with his newly released hit track titled ‘Solo’ which he produced himself with help from Sigag and Elder Maxwell & final mixing and mastering by Mix Monster. He has proven himself to be resilient, diligent, and ready to rule the music industry.

In His hit track, he talks of Solo a girl he crushes on and she manages to get his number. He continues wondering who gives her his number.

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By Reporter

Mpaatanel Tours and Travel started its operations way back in 2019, it’s is a full service travel agency dedicated to providing totally reliable and practical tour and travel solutions as it offers most competitive rates in the market.

They handle local and international travel services; including airline reservations, special and customized tours from simple to unique destinations for business or pleasure trips, hotel accommodations as well as car rentals.

Mpaatanel Tours and Travel is composed of dedicated employees, a full service organization dedicated to the ideals of personalized service, competence, reliability and stability and is made up of an aggressive core group of experienced professionals.

They specialize in ticketing, leisure, and tour package arrangements around Uganda.

Vision

To lead the operation of touristic services in Uganda through constant improvement, customer satisfaction and innovation. To be a company highly rentable with an outstanding excellence and with exemplary relations with the community, the environment and the social responsibility.

Mission

A firm commitment to customer satisfaction. We seek to always provide professional solutions and add value in all our services to exceed our client’s expectations and to achieve our partner’s goals. We want to create value and to make a difference, that is why we support sustainable and responsible Tourism.

Strategic Objective

To recognize that a good service is more than a competitive price; it’s a near obsessive attention to detail that transforms a good experience into an exceptional one.

At Mpaatanel Tours and Travel, we don’t want to sell you a travel package; we want to understand your needs, so we can custom design a travel solution that meets your specific requirements. We look at your opportunities and challenges and design a solution customized to fit you.

Values

The core values of Mpaatanel Tours and Travel are customer service, loyalty, integrity, communication, innovation, quality, teamwork and responsibility. We offer the same level of service to all our clients. We comply with strict principles of professional conduct and ethics.

Why choose Mpaatanel Tours & Tours

They love to travel and want to share their excitement with you. Because of their continuous effort to do things the right way, they passionate about connecting you with local organizers to enrich your life with unforgettable trips.

Their Services

Mpaatanel Tours and Travel determination and commitment has always exceeded travellers’ expectation.

Strong Associations with budget and luxury hotels across the country enables us to give our clients their best value for money.

This trait of Mpaatanel Tours and Travel makes it the most attractive tour and travel agency for you. The team is prompt in their replies to your queries, which has earned a reputation as one of the best and most efficient tour and travel operators in Uganda by the clients.

They are here to render the best services to our clients who are part of our goal. Our clients, over the years, multiplied.

They offer the following services:

. Cultural Tours

. Heritage Tours

. Adventure Tours

. Educational Tour

. Enlightenment Journeys . Recreation Holidays

. Special Interest Journeys

With MPAATANEL, you get RESULTS.

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By ReporterStarTimes Marketing Director Isma Lule recently, addressing media at the launch of Euro 2020 at their company HQ in Kampala.

UEFA Euro 2020 started on 11th June and it has already delivered great action. The best thing is that it will get better and better until 11th July. This will not only happen because of the many exciting games that we are looking forward too, but also the great prizes that StarTimes has lined up for you in the Euro 2020 promotion that was launched two weeks ago. Remember, we all have a chance win.

New subscribers can buy a decoder and existing customers pay monthly subscription for Basic, Classic, Smart or Super and enter the draw automatically to win UGX 10m Cash, boda boda, LED TV, smart phones and many more exciting prizes.  Our first draw will be held on 19th June 2021 at 9 pm on Sanyuka TV before the game of Spain and Poland.

This weekend will be packed with exciting fixtures as match day 2 ends on Saturday and match day 3 begins on Sunday.

That means a total of eight matches from Friday to Sunday, all broadcast live and in HD on the StarTimes World Football channel as well as on streaming app StarTimes ON.

Friday

Group D will see England face Scotland in Wembley Stadium at 10 pm. England and Scotland have the oldest rivalry in football history. Favorites of the tournament, England are on a high after an impressive victory over Croatia but a defeat against their neighbors would rob them of much of the momentum they are looking to build. The loss against Czech Republic 2-0 leaves Scotland likely needing a win here to escape the group stages.

Also in Group D, Croatia will battle against Czech Republic at 7 pm, while in Group E Sweden vs Slovakia will take place at 4 pm.

Saturday

On Saturday, the Group of Death, Group F, will provide an exciting match with Portugal facing Germany at 7 pm on ST World Football.

Portugal beat Hungary 3-0 in their opening game, with Raphael Guerreiro opening the scoring before Ronaldo scored twice to take his European Championship haul to an all-time record of 11 goals. Germany lost their opening game against world champions France 1-0 but with nine players having won the UEFA Champions League over the last nine months (Neuer, Müller, Gnabry, Goretzka, Joshua Kimmich, and Niklas Süle with Bayern; Havertz, Werner and Antonio Rüdiger, with Chelsea), they remain a serious threat for Portugal.

On the same day, France will try to take the Group F lead against Hungary at 4 pm while the Spain vs Poland match will kick off at 10 pm.

Sunday

Italy became the first side to book their place in the last 16 of Euro 2020 after a 3-0 win against Switzerland. Wales took a significant step towards qualifying for the knock-out stages after prevailing 2-0 against Turkey. They will seek a win against Italy to secure the second qualifying spot in Group A, after drawing 1-1 with the Swiss in their opening game. Italy and Wales will clash on Sunday 7 pm and Switzerland will take on Turkey at 10 pm.

Football fans also have a chance to win lots of prizes too when they download our StarTimes ON app and predict winners on each level. The more levels you predict, the more points you earn and the closer you are to the grand prediction prize for Euro 2020.

Remember all the Euro 2020 games are live and in HD on StarTimes ON app with commentary in English, Luo, Luganda, Runyankole, Runyoro and Swahili.

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By Reporter

National Medical Stores (NMS) has today received 175,200 COVID-19 vaccines from the Ministry of Health. The AstraZeneca vaccines will be stored at the NMS headquarters in Entebbe. NMS’ mandate is to procure, store and deliver drugs mainly to public health facilities. The Minister of Health Dr Ruth Aceng received the vaccines from the donors – the French government represented by Ambassador Jules-Armand before handing over the consignment to NMS at the NMS HeadQuarters.

The vaccines were delivered by a KLM flight which landed at Entebbe International Airport at 10:00pm.  

This is the third consignment of COVID-19 vaccines to be received, stored and distributed by the NMS since March 2021. 

NMS General Manager Moses Kamabare said:

“Last night, NMS received 175,200 COVID-19 vaccines. These are part of the COVAX facility vaccines that came into the country at 10pm.” 

“We have already brought these vaccines from the airport to NMS – our central vaccines store.”

Transportation and delivery of vaccines will commence immediately after NMS has received the distribution list from the Health Ministry.

“That’s when we will know how many vaccines, how many doses to which place. As soon as we receive that distribution list, NMS will be starting the distribution immediately tomorrow morning to all parts of the country that Ministry of Health will have directed us to deliver to.”

The COVAX Facility is the global pooled procurement mechanism for COVID-19 vaccines through which COVAX will ensure fair and equitable access to vaccines for all 190 participating economies, using an allocation framework formulated by WHO

The vaccines come at a time the country is grappling with a surging number of COVID-19 cases. The Ministry of Health is reporting a daily average of 1,000 COVID-19 cases.

The new doses bring to 1,139,200, the total number of COVID-19 doses received by Uganda since March 2021. 

NMS has a modern 7,200sqm warehouse at Entebbe (present location) which is used for the orderly receipt, storage and packing of medical supplies destined to GOU Health facilities.

French Ambassador to Uganda, Jules-Armand Aniambossou, hailed the good relations between Kampala and Paris.  

“I am very glad to be part of this ceremony. This country did well in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the situation currently is difficult,” he said.

“It’s our common responsibility to tackle this issue,” he added. 

Minister Aceng thanked the donors for the goodwill gesture. She said the donation was timely considering the country is struggling to cope with the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic. 

“I thank the French for organizing and giving 175,200 vaccines. I also thank COVAX for their commitment to ensure African countries including Uganda have access to vaccines. I thank WHO and UNICEF for ensuring the vaccines arrived safely. Once we receive the vaccines, the work is just beginning. I want to thank NMS for receiving the vaccines in the middle of the night and taking care of it very well. Ensure vaccines reach the last person by delivering it to districts,” she said.

She said out of the 964,000 does vaccines received by Uganda, 869,915 people have been vaccinated. 

Dr Aceng said “every dose was utilized effectively. We have not heard any expiries.”

She emphasised that the arrival of vaccines was very timely since “we have already exhausted what we have. Everybody is looking forward to getting vaccinated.”

Aceng revealed that Uganda is expecting an extra 688,000 doses “very soon.” 

She said COVID-19 continued to ravage the entire country. 

“The number of admissions and death is so high,” said Aceng. 

“In other words we are in state where we need all hands to address the pandemic. How did we get here? Ugandans were not listening. No amount of oxygen, no amount of vaccines or increase in ICU beds will get us out of this situation. The best vaccines is ourselves. We need to be responsible and follow COVID-19 prevention SOPS.” Aceng advised Ugandans to strictly observe the COVID-119 prevention measures such as cleaning your hands often with soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand rub; maintaining a safe distance from anyone who is coughing or sneezing; wearing a mask when physical distancing is not possible; avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth and staying home if you feel unwell.

 Barbara Nel, Africa Region Country President, AstraZeneca, said:

“On behalf of AstraZeneca, I would like to thank Dr. Aceng, our partners at the COVAX coalition, the World Health Organization, Gavi, CEPI and UNICEF for making this possible. Our vaccine accounts for 94.61% of COVAX supply to date, with more than 76.7 million doses delivered to 127 participating countries, including more than 38 African countries. 

All partners in the vaccine alliance are working round the clock to ensure that as many COVID-19 vaccines can get to African nations as soon as possible. Today’s arrival in Kampala demonstrates the value of governments, industry and others working together to address our continent’s urgent need.” 

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