By BigEyeUg Team

It’s good news for the Ugandan music industry as a new package is set to be dropped for it to enjoy.

News reaching our desk is that royalties to artistes from all members of the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) have resumed for the content that they broadcast across their platforms.

This is subject to a timely alignment being done at UPRS in accordance with its legal mandate and organizational structure as licensed by URSB just like we were doing in the past.

The revamp will be effective from July, 1, 2021.

This was concluded in a successful engagement on Thursday, June 17, 2021, comprising of officials from the UPRS (Uganda Performing Right Society), URSB (Uganda Registration Services Bureau), UNCC (Uganda National Cultural Center), UCF (Uganda Cultural Forum), and UCC (Uganda Communications Commission).

The sitting of the bodies was in the spirit of supporting Uganda’s Arts and Creative Industry.

It also saw Gen. Salim Saleh, the Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation, and Kin Kariisa, Chairman of the National Association of Broadcasters Executive attend.

UCC is expected to issue a circular to all Broadcasters communicating this understanding and goodwill from the stakeholders in the spirit of promoting their own and supporting the artistes.

Read UPRS full statement here;

UPRS (Uganda Performing Right Society), URSB (Uganda Registration Services Bureau), UNCC (Uganda National Cultural Center), UCF (Uganda Cultural Forum), and UCC (Uganda Communications Commission) in the spirit of supporting Uganda’s Arts and Creative Industry, this morning, Kin Kariisa as Chairman of the National Association of Broadcasters Executive had a meeting with Gen. Salim Saleh, the Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation, on what has been such a productive engagement.

July 1st has been agreed to be the day that royalties to artistes will resume being paid by all our NAB members for the content that we broadcast across all our platforms, subject to a timely alignment being done at UPRS in accordance with its legal mandate and organizational structure as licensed by URSB just like we were doing in the past.

UCC shall issue a circular to all Broadcasters communicating this understanding and goodwill from the stakeholders in the spirit of promoting our own and supporting the artistes. I am hopeful that the Kilometers travelled today, on top of all the efforts and sacrifices put together to make this meeting possible in these times, will not be in vain. The artistes, just like the other sectors, are key to our economy and deserve to earn from their sweat

The National Association of Broadcasters, Uganda, is the voice for the nation’s radio and television broadcasters. As the premier association for broadcasters, NAB advances the interests of our members in government, business sector and country at large.

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

Sensational female artist, Sheebah Karungi will never stop dreaming beyond expectations.

Even with a notable achievement so far in her life, Sheebah is still shooting for dynamite.

Today makes it two years ever since she moved into her multi-million mansion (Queendom) located in Bunga a suburb of Kampala.

To mark the 2^nd anniversary, the Team No Sleep musician took it to her social media on Friday morning and thanked God for listening to her prayers and rewarding her sweat.

The ‘Boy Fire’ singer has also revealed intentions of erecting a second mansion that she is extremely anxious to accomplish.

“Happy 2nd Anniversary to MY QUEENDOM👑 My house will forever be one my biggest accomplishment EVER🙌🏻 I prayed & worked so hard for the life am Living today!! Thank you GOD🙏🏽 The BEST 2years of my life so far! And I know it’s just the beginning!! Imagine how my second house will look like…. #GodAboveAll🙏🏽 To all my fellow Queens, YOU CAN DO IT ON YOUR OWN TOO,” Sheebah Karungi wrote.

Over the years, Sheebah has exhibited characters of an intelligent, persevered, and hardworking woman.

Her 8-years-old triumphant solo music career is also endowed with uncountable off-stage achievements such as; Sheebah Establishments company, Red Terrace Bar and Restaurant, Red Terrace Events, among others.

We wish Sheebah a happy 2nd anniversary in her Queendom!

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Somdev Sen, the Chief Marketing Officer MTN Uganda.

By Our Reporter

MTN Uganda has added 076 to its existing family of number ranges that include 077, 078, 031 and 039.

The number range was granted by the sector regulator, Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) allowing MTN customers to now acquire numbers with 076 prefix.

“We are now issuing new customers on the MTN network mobile numbers with the prefix range starting from 0760000000 to 0760999999,” MTN Chief Marketing Officer,” Somdev Sen revealed, adding that,“The New number range of 0760 is at the moment available to prepaid customers to connect to all our services just like we currently have on all our other number ranges.”

Key to note is that this development will have no effect on already existing numbers which can continue operating as they have.

“The existing prefixes and number ranges are not being phased out in anyway and customers can continue to use their numbers normally,” Somdev emphasized.

However, MTN has stopped selling 077 and 078 ranges as those are no longer available on the network which speaks to the telecom’s growing subscriber base.

Somdev however explained that customers can still get the old number ranges subject to their availability due to recycling.

Phone number recycling is the reintroduction of a deactivated/disconnected number into the pool of available numbers eligible for assignment to a new customer. This happens when the previous owner of the numbers has not used their line for any activity for more than six months and has not formally notified MTN of their intention and interest to keep that number.

To acquire a new number within in the new 0760 range, customers can visit the nearest MTN Shop or Duuka with their national ID and buy a new SIM card at the usual cost of Shs2000.

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Vivo Energy Retail Manager Alvin Bamutire officially flags off Ronald Sebuguzi after he received his cash sponsorship worth UGX25 million ahead of the World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally 2021 that will be taking place in Nairobi, Kenya.

By Our Reporter

Shell V-Power has announced a UGX25 million cash sponsorship towards three-time Uganda National Rally Champion, Ronald Sebuguzi.

Sebuguzi is one of four rally drivers to qualify for the World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally 2021, which will take place in Nairobi, Kenya.

“I appreciate Ronald and his fellow drivers for the hard work they have continuously put in the game. Shell V-Power is proud to be part of the journey, working with champions like Ronald Sebuguzi. Through this sponsorship, we are fueling his ambitions to represent our country at this prestigious motorsport event,” said Mark Mutungi Fuels Manager, Vivo Energy Uganda.

The June 24 – 27 event is back on the FIA World Rally Championship calendar after a 19-year absence. It was regarded as one of motorsport’s most prestigious and celebrated events of its time before it departed the series in 2002.

“I look forward to representing my country at this prestigious motor-sporting event. I am grateful to Shell V-Power for the support that they have offered to me through the years as a professional racer. I have, for the past 10 years, used Shell V Power which has a high-octane level that maximizes the performance of my car making it a road warrior,” Sebuguzi said.

In Uganda, Shell V-Power has a long-standing history of supporting and contributing to the growth of racing through sponsorships of rallying talent and sporting events that include the National Rally Championships, Pearl of Africa Rally, Kabalega rally and the National Motocross championships.

“We reiterate our commitment to growing rallying and racing as a sport in Uganda through offering support to both the drivers and the sporting events. This year, that will be no different,” Mr Mutungi added.

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By Our Reporter

Launched last year, YOTV Channels has become a one-stop center for the best Ugandan live Television and Radio content accessible on your phone, tablet or computer anywhere.

We had a moment to catch up with YoTV’s Chief Executive Officer, Aggrey Mugisha. The youthful innovator talks video streaming and innovation in Uganda, YOTV and the MTN partnership.

Tell us about Aggrey Mugisha?

My name is Aggrey Mugisha and I am the CEO of YOTV. I hail from Mbarara and I am one of six children born to my parents.

Why did you create YOTV?

One day, my partners; Mathias Nyombi, Yiga Mubarak and I stumbled on an innovation while in Europe. It was only starting out there. It was still rough but then it sparked something in us. We realized that the world is busy and gets even busier by the day. People do not have time to watch TV and others get home tired and do not have the strength to watch TV. So we came up with a solution of a smartphone. Everyone carries a smartphone with them at all times. We realized in order to keep radio and TV relevant, we needed to move them to the phone. We conceived the idea in 2016 and only gave birth to it last year in February. It was quite a long journey to perfect and bring it to market.

What is YOTV and how does it work?

YOTV is an internet protocol television (TV). It is a one-stop centre for all local television channels, radio and international movies. We aggregated all local TVs in one application. With one click you can access all local TVs and radios. There are about 300 radios in Uganda. You do not need apps for all the individual companies. YOTV has the ability to record a live program and also has a catch-up feature which allows users to watch a program that aired on TV in the past.

You are associated with MTN, where does it come in?

Cognizant of the economic situation in our country and its impact on the affordability of internet, we realized that the cost of internet would have a lot of bearing on the success of YOTV. If a product like was going to see the light of day, we needed subsidized data so when MTN looked at it, it was excited by the concept and came in as a data partner. They have passion for content, they have passion for seeing Uganda’s technology startups grow and I want to commend them on that. That has been the real difference, people streaming without worrying that their data is going to run out.

So how do you prevent the subscribers from breaking the bank to watch YOTV?

We have four plans and these are on MTN. We have one at UGX500 which allows a customer to watch for one hour even without data. For UGX1000, you can watch YOTV for one day and for UGX2500 you can watch movies, TV and radio for a week. For UGX10,000, you enjoy YOTV for a month. That is why the partnership with MTN was very critical for our sustainability.

Since you launched, how has the performance of the app been?

So we launched in February 2020 with MTN. Since then, which is about two months over a year, we are almost at 600,000 subscribers, we surpassed the half a million mark. That is big and we are proud of it. It shows how much Ugandans appreciate the service and it encourages us to do more for them and bring more to the platform.

Now that you have dipped your toes in the sea of video streaming, how would you describe the Ugandan market and its culture?

Uganda’s video streaming industry is nascent. We still have an issue with content production. It is expensive and our economy isn’t very capable of producing high quality expensive content. We have people that try, but we still have a challenge there. There is also a lot of uncommercialized content which is a big problem. In addition, consumer culture is accustomed to Hollywood, Bollywood and Nollywood. Local content meaning Ugandan movies are the last to be chosen; but it is a journey we need to change which is what we are doing now. That is why YOTV and MTN brought Kibanda Xpress. We believe our collective voice will help local content raise to the top.

What is Kibanda Xpress?

Kibanda Xpress is the latest addition to YOTV Channels. It is a channel that houses Ugandan movies. MTN and YOTV are passionate about boosting the local film industry and that is why we created a dedicated channel for local
content to help the local film industry grow.

What are some of the challenges you have faced during this journey as a startup?

There is a mindset challenge where people are convinced that TV has to be on the wall and on a big screen. That is a big challenge that we have taken on patiently. There is a challenge of funding of course as a startup, but we will get there because we get better with each passing day.

What is the future of YOTV?

We continue working and innovating to bring Ugandans more content and additional features on this platform. And in the future, we hope to increase our subscriber numbers even more.

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Catherine Namugenyi will play lead role on Sanyu TV show.

By Our Reporter

Tracy Kababiito has lost her role in local hit TV show, Sanyu.

According to a statement released on Monday, Tracy Kababiito lost the role after failing to reach an agreement in her renewal of contracts with Nabwiso Films.

“It is with regret to announce that she was unable to reach an arrangement that deemed favorable for both parties. Pearl Magic Prime remains committed to bringing the best in local programming to viewers and maintaining a great content offering,” MultiChoice Uganda said in the statement.

Kababiito will be replaced with a new face, Catherine Namugenyi.

“The Channel is also excited to give more actors and young talent an opportunity through the appointment of Catherine Namugenyi who will take on the leading role of Sanyu,” the statement added.

Sanyu season one premiered February this year and has gone on to become an instant success, receiving rave reviews from viewers.

It tells the story of an innocent, rural teenage girl who has to leave her family and education behind to do a maid’s job for a complex, wealthy urban family, where she falls for the young son of the house.

The show will be returning for season two soon.

On a related note, Nana Kagga has also been replaced in the drama series Prestige.  She will be replaced by Sally Elizabeth Bwamimpeke.

Ms Kagga, according to the Multichoice statement, also failed to agree to the terms of the renewal of her contract.

Both shows air exclusively on Pearl Magic Prime.

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By Reporter

Cavendish University Uganda, a leading private university in Uganda offering innovative, participatory, active and practical higher education, and winner of the Gold Award for the Best Private University in Uganda, 2020/21 (Consumer Choice Awards), announced the appointment of H.E. Dr Goodluck Ebele Azikiwe Jonathan the 03rd Chancellor of our University effective April 27, 2021.

H.E. Dr Goodluck Jonathan who replaces H.E. Benjamin Mkapa (former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, 2nd Chancellor, deceased) and H.E. Dr Kenneth Kaunda (former President of the Republic of Zambia, 01st Chancellor, deceased) is expected to be installed on August 26, 2021 in time to preside over the conferment of Degrees and award of Diplomas and Certificates at the University’s 10th Graduation Ceremony that will take place at Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort on the same date.

The Chancellor as the titular head of the university will, among others, perform the duties of constituting and presiding over all major university ceremonies, especially graduation, promote the image of the University, and provide the university with knowledge and strategic thinking in enhancing the provision of high quality education in line with the university’s mission of transforming and inspiring students to reach their full potential in employment, entrepreneurship and ethical leadership.

Prof Olubayi Olubayi, the Chairman of the University Council of Cavendish University Uganda said, “The new Chancellor was appointed following a rigorous search among eminent African leaders distinguished for their ingenuity and commitment to the promotion of Education and Social Development in Africa, and following the recommendation of the University’s Advisory Council.”

A distinguished scholar, H.E. Dr Goodluck Jonathan who holds a PhD in Zoology from the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria has previously served as Governor of Bayelsa State, Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and in 2010 became the 14th President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

A strong believer in quality education, he is quoted saying, “If we do not spend billions educating our youth today, we will spend it fighting insecurity tomorrow. And you do not have to spend on education just because of insecurity. It is also the prudent thing to do.”.

Prof John Mugisha, the University Vice Chancellor said, “The entire fraternity of Cavendish University Uganda is very pleased and honoured that such a respected and distinguished achiever has agreed to provide us with leadership, following in the footsteps of other distinguished African leaders that have occupied the same position before. We look forward to his wise counsel in supporting the university to achieve its new mission of transforming and inspiring students to reach their full potential in employment, entrepreneurship and ethical leadership.”

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By Reporter

The Euro 2020 group stage ends on Wednesday with crucial matches in the Group of Death. European champions Portugal face world champions France to get qualified for the knock-out stage, since Ronaldo and Mbappé’s teams failed to win their second group match. The match will be aired live on the StarTimes sport channels.

Football fans are used to expect the unexpected. And that is exactly what happened in the so-called Group of Death at Euro 2020.

The 2016 finalists France and Portugal meet in the Puskás Aréna in Budapest on Wednesday and after their opening games, their fans thought that both Les Bleus and the Seleção would have already qualified for the knock-out stage by the time they face each other.

But in their second matches the unexpected happened.

France needed an Antoine Griezmann goal midway through the second half to draw 1-1 with Hungary, while Portugal gave away a Cristiano Ronaldo lead in Munich against a rampant Germany that ended up winning 4-2. It was the first time that a title holder conceded four goals.

The results leave France topping Group F with four points, Germany and Portugal both have three points, but Germany are second on the head-to-head basis. Hungary have one point.

This leaves the group wide open ahead of the final round of group matches, with all four teams still having a chance to progress.

But with the likes of Ronaldo, Rúben Dias and Bruno Fernandes on the one side and Griezmann, Kylian Mbappé, Karim Benzema and Paul Pogba on the other, it is not surprising that most of the neutral fans will focus on the rematch of the 2016 final.

Portugal, who won the 2016 final 1-0 through Eder’s extra-time goal, will feel the pressure ahead of Wednesday’s game. The Seleção will expect Germany to avoid defeat at home against Hungary, leaving Portugal needing to beat France if they want to finish in either of the two places that would guarantee a place in the round of the last-16.

Although the top four third-placed teams from the six groups will also advance to the knock-out stages, they will be facing a group winner in the next round.

Portuguese coach Fernando Santos took the blame for the defeat against Germany, but remains confident. “Whether we progress or not is still up to us. And we must respond against France.”

But if Portugal have some pressure on them, France will also be feeling the heat. A defeat or draw for them and a victory for Germany would see Les Bleus slip from first to third and anxiously looking at the results from the other groups.

A win for Didier Deschamps’ team on the other hand, would secure a game in the next round against a third-placed team.

Deschamps, however, might be without Barcelona’s Ousmane Dembélé, who had to be taken off with a knee injury after coming on as a substitute against Hungary.

With so much at stake, football fans will be spoilt for choice as both games are being player at the same time. But African football fans need to miss none of the best action as the Euros are being shown live and in HD on the StarTimes channels.

Euro 2020 fans who haven’t joined StarTimes, simply buy our decoders at 39,000/- and 99,000/- for antenna and dish respectively or download the StarTimes ON app to watch the Euro 2020 Live and in HD with local commentary. Prizes in our weekly draws include: UGX 10m, Bodaboda, LED TVs, headsets etc. The next draw will be on 26th June 2021 at 9pm on Sanyuka TV.

Existing customers can also have a chance in the draw when they simply pay monthly subscription for basic, classic, smart or super bouquets on both antenna and dish decoders.

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By Reporter

This year, NBS After 5 marked five years on air and as the leading evening entertainment on local TV.

Hosted by veterans Douglas Lwanga and Mc Kats, the show deejays Dj Roja and DVJ Mercy Pro play majorly local music and have over the years promoted and given a platform to the country’s biggest talents.

Every year, Uganda’s music industry registers a number of hit songs but exceptionally, the emerging and new talents never miss out on the list.

These hit songs are always their key to the industry. In 2020, we witnessed Mudra, Quex, Eezzy enjoy hit song success of Muyayu, Kachumbali and Tumbiza Sound respectively

These songs were released in 2020 during the first phase of the lockdown thus branding them lockdown anthems.

In 2021, we are yet to get a big songs from brand new talents but from the look of things, Nisay P is likely to get the first one thanks to his dancehall song dubbed Musege.

During their daily show, Mc Kats, Douglas Lwanga and Dvj Mercy Pro branded the song it a lockdown anthem that will make people sing while in their houses because the lyrics are in sync with the current situation and the beat brings the dance vibe to life. “This guy will make us sing whatever he wants. This is the lockdown anthem.” Mc Kats responded to Douglas Lwanga who had previously said, “The lyrics and the beat on this song are mad. It is the song of the lockdown.”

Musege is a dancehall song that was released in May. It was derived from Mudra’s hit song Muyayu. It talks about the difficult situations caused by the lockdown. It was produced by Brian Beats.

We keep the fingers crossed as we wait to see how the music lovers receive the new song.

Watch the song here.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Angel Kawunda has opened up on her absorbing relationship with Kampala City businessman Emmanuel Kaweesi Lwasa.

Gorgeous Angel who recently introduced the tycoon to her parents in Nakasongola says she has never been after his money as its rumored.

Angel narrates how she met with Lwasa and she just fell for his sense of maturity, responsibility and respect.

She reveals that this was even before she found out that he was a tycoon.

“We met normally, he liked me and I also did so and later decide to settle together. I was attracted by so many qualities that he possesses like; Maturity, honorable, responsible, I can’t even exhaust them,” Angel Kawunda said.

She also hinted about rumors that she is a hopeless party animal whom Lwasa picked from a bar.

Angel says if she was useless and disorderly in the bar, Lwasa wouldn’t have approached her with words of love.

She also reveals that it was in her bar that she met Lwasa for the first time.

“People say that he picked me from a bar but he wouldn’t like me if I was misbehaving in the bar. I own that bar where he met me coz since childhood, I have often worked solely for myself. I hate being dependent on men,” Angel added.

Lwasa and Angel had dated for closely to six months before their marriage ceremony early this year.

This was after Lwasa had snubbed BBS TV’s Dianah Nabatanzi over bedroom misunderstandings.

We will keep you posted

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By Our Reporter

R&B star, Praiz joined Seyi Shay, Obi Asika and DJ Sose as a guest judge on Sunday’s episode of Nigerian Idol.

After their joint performance of ‘One Love’ by the legendary Bob Marley, they all waited to find out which one of them had advanced to the next round of the live performances.

Atela Francis was the first of the five to make it to the top four. He sang Bob Marley’s evergreen tune, ‘Nuh Woman Nuh Cry’, which earned him praises from guest judge Praiz. He dazzled the judges with his second performance singing another classic, Marvin Gaye’s ‘Sexual Healing’ which earned him more praise with Praiz remarking on his exceptional versatility.

Akunna was the second contestant to enter the top 4. Her first performance was 90s chart-topper, ‘It Wasn’t Me’ by Shaggy. Seyi Shay commended her and added that she wouldn’t be surprised if the 23-year-old lawyer won the show. Her second performance was a rendition of “Fire To The Rain” by Adele. Obi Asika complimented her voice saying it was one of the strongest voices in the competition.

Comfort Alalade was also lucky enough to garner enough fan votes to get a spot in the top 4. But, her reggae performance was disappointing and all the judges gave strong criticism. However, her version of Carol King’s ‘Natural Woman’ made up for her previous performance.

In yet another tough eviction, Kingdom beat Seyi Shay’s favourite Faith Jason to earn a spot in the top 4. Although the judges were sad to see Faith Jason go, their sadness was quickly set aside when Kingdom gave a spiritual performance of Majek Fashek’s ‘Holy Ghost’. He followed his astounding performance with another show-stopping rendition of James Brown’s ‘A Man’s World’.

The second performance earned him a standing ovation from the judges. Praiz called him a star. DJ Sose, still in shock from the performance, told him the universe was his oyster and Seyi Shay added that his performance just showed Nigerians why he made it to the live shows and why he had gotten so far.

The road to the finale is shorter than ever. The Top 4 will continue to battle it out on the Nigerian Idol stage with hopes to earn the title of the Nigerian Idol.

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By Our Reporter 

The growth of bitcoin has exponentially increased over the past couple of months so that more people around the world including here in Uganda have turned to bitcoin to ease their financial transactions within and outside the country.

Leading to make buying bitcoin in Uganda fast, safe and smooth is Yellow Card. By ensuring that on the platform you can buy bitcoin instantly with ugx has helped ease the process for many. Now, to further improve the process, Yellow Card has added mobile money option to its platform.

With mobile money providing a faster way to access ugx, the addition of the mobile money option on Yellow Card allows users to fund their wallet and buy bitcoin on their mobile devices without stress. Furthermore, withdrawing bitcoin to mobile money will also be as easy. So sending bitcoin from an external wallet to a Yellow Card account will enable instant cash out to mobile money.

Here’s how to fund your Yellow Card wallet and buy bitcoin with mobile money:

To buy bitcoin with mobile money, you must have a Yellow Card account and it is very easy to create one. Simply sign up here. Once you have created your account, your UGX and bitcoin wallets will be activated. The next step is to fund your UGX wallet. To do this:

1. Sign in to your Yellow Card account
2. From your dashboard select deposit
3. Choose the Mobile Money option
4. Enter the amount you want to deposit
5. Enter your mobile number and select your mobile money provider ( MTN or Airtel)
6. Confirm the deposit information and authorise the transaction on your mobile device.
7. Your account will be credited instantly with the deposited amount.

Now that you have deposited ugx into your account, go to your dashboard and select Bitcoin.

Enter the amount you want to buy and confirm the details. Your bitcoin wallet will be added to your wallet immediately.

How to withdraw bitcoin with Mobile Money in Uganda

You can also sell bitcoin on Yellow Card and withdraw your money directly to Mobile Money. This may be bitcoin you already have in your Yellow Card wallet or you can also send from other external wallets to your YC wallet and sell.

First, from your dashboard go to your bitcoin wallet and sell the amount of bitcoin you want. Then to withdraw the money:

1. From your dashboard, select withdraw
2. Select Mobile Money
3. Enter the amount you want to withdraw
4. Enter your mobile phone number and Mobile Money provider
5. Confirm the withdrawal details and input your 4-digit PIN
6. Your money will be instantly sent to your mobile number.

In addition to the bank transfer option, you can now buy and sell bitcoin instantly in Uganda with the mobile option.

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By BigEyeUg Team

If the name ‘Mpaka Mubali’ has not crossed your mind, then you must be missing out something great especially in the entertainment world.

Well, Mpaka Mubali is one of the biggest talents musical Uganda is yet to unearth at the moment.

With his latest song ‘Wooli’, Mpaka Mubali showcases capability of grooving a mammoth of music genres.

’Wooli’ is an Afrop pop love ballad produced by Andy Musik and mastered by Anel Tunes.

‘Wooli’ is a Luganda word to mean “Where you are.”

In the song, he cries out for the best love session with his dream woman and also promises to stick to her closest vicinity.

Mpaka Mubali currently shines under Antidot Musik Fam, music label.

Watch Wooli video by Mpaka Mubali here;

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

Ugandan entertainment fraternity is grieved by the death of B2C’s Richard Mugisha a.k.a Mr. Lee’s mother.

Mr. Lee’s mother Beatrice Busingye popularly known as Nalongo breathed her last on Tuesday morning after battling with COVID-19 for a few days in intensive care.

The sad news was made public by the music group via its social media platforms.

“With sincere regret we announce the death of our beloved mother (Mama Mr Lee) who passed on earlier this morning. May the Lord strength us with the entire family and B2C lovers 🙏 RIP TO MAMA NALONGO. We going to truly miss you 😭😭😭😭 our sweetheart,” the B2C stated.

According to close family members, Mr. Lee was the best companion to the deceased.

The late joins multitudes of Ugandans who have succumbed to the ruthless second wave of COVID-19 pandemic that moreover called for another total lockdown in the country.

A mammoth of condolences has since poured in from fellow musicians, their fans, and family.

However, we are yet to establish the vigil and funeral schedule and we will keep you posted with fresh developments.

Here are some of the condolences from celebrities;

Eddy Kenzo: It is sad and breaking to loose a parent, my brother Mr Lee B2C Soldja May God strengthen you and may maama rest with the angels. We are here for you brother take heart. RIP Maama Mugisha.

Rema Namakula: Rest well mukwano gwaffe.  Mama lee was such a jolly and sweet person.  We are gonna miss you mama. May God strengthen our brother Lee and the whole family.

Evelyn Namulondo: We have lost our mummy Rip Nalongo maama Mr lee bambi.

King Saha: Kitalo nyo ekyamuganda wange Mr Lee B2C okuvilwako maama   we😭😭It’s So sad bambi.

Bruno K: We have lost our mum 💔. Rest in peace MAMA LEE. My brother Mr Lee stay strong plus the whole family.

Resin peace Mum!

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Joan Semanda Kizza(L), the PR and Communications Manager at MultiChoice Uganda and Colin Asiimwe, the Head of Marketing at MultiChoice Uganda

By Our Reporter

With over 15 million Ugandan learners stuck home due to the closure of schools as a result of the second wave of Coronavirus, MultiChoice Uganda, has through Pearl Magic and Pearl Magic Prime, its local content channels revamped Learning Time, a slot dedicated to the educating of Ugandan students while in lockdown.

The lessons on Learning Time will run from 9:00 am to 11:00 am every weekday and will cover all the major subjects of the Ugandan syllabus. They will also run from 10am to 12:00 noon on weekends with the same objective.

On 6th June, 2021, government re-announced closure of all schools across the country in a bid to curb the spread of Covid-19 whose second wave has led to a spike in Covid-19 cases and deaths.

“Learning Time on Pearl Magic was first launched in May 2021 during the first lockdown. It was a timely platform at a time when students were stuck at home yet some of them were faced with the unfortunate uncertainty surrounding their final exams,” said Colin Asiimwe, the Head of Marketing for MultiChoice Uganda.

“MultiChoice Uganda recognizes that our students find themselves yet again at this same crossroad this year. Which is why we have decided to revive Learning Time on Pearl Magic, to support students achieve their academic outcomes. We know the risks that come with spending a lot of time at home and we hope through these lessons our learners will be able to stay plugged in on the learning process,” Asiimwe added.

Joan Semanda Kizza, the PR and Communications Manager for MultiChoice Uganda said; “We are in the middle of a global pandemic which continues to impact negatively on different aspects of life. As MultiChoice Uganda, we understand that overcoming the challenges we face as a country requires a combined effort including continuous innovation by the private sector. Learning Time is our contribution as a business, towards facilitating education continuity.”

Learning Time is available on Pearl Magic on channel 304, and on Pearl Magic Prime on channel 148.

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By Our Reporter

Uganda is one of the smaller African countries. Located in East-Central Africa, Uganda is home to over 47 million people, as estimated in 2008. Back in 2014, Uganda had a population of over 34 million. The country has several urban cities, including the capital city of Kampala, but its natural wonders are the major attractions. Tourists come to Uganda to witness the Seven Wonders, including the Rwenzori Mountains, Kibale forest, Kazinga Channels, and Mount Elgon Caldera.

When it comes to the country’s economic status, Uganda is one of the COMESA and EAC members. Thanks to numerous natural resources, fertile lands, mineral deposits, and regular rainfall, Uganda’s GDP is led by agriculture that accounts for over 70% of its GDP.

Speaking of GDP, Uganda is on the ninetieth spot with a GDP per capita of USD 916 as estimated in 2020. Besides agriculture, the Ugandan industrial sector led by manufacturing, mining, and construction is quite developed.

Gambling Laws in Uganda

Constant political instabilities have caused this African country to become one of the least developed and poorest in the world. When it comes to the country’s casino gaming industry, it is not as developed as casino industries in several other African countries, including Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. In Uganda, both online and land-based casinos can operate legally provided that they have obtained the required licenses.

The main piece of legislation concerning the casino gambling industry in Uganda is the Lotteries and Gaming Bill. Before the Lotteries and Gaming Bill, two other legislations monitored and governed the industry in the country, including the Gaming and Pool Betting Act from 1968 and the National Lotteries Act from 1967. These two were merged and the Lotteries and Gaming Bill become the main piece of legislation.

Today, numerous online casinos operate in Uganda and serve Ugandan players. Many of these are reputable sites with high-quality services and products and are also renowned, international brands that operate in many different jurisdictions, including Uganda. Back to the main piece of legislation, following the introduction of the Lotteries and Gaming Bill, a new regulatory body was also formed, the National Lotteries and Gaming Board.

Established under the main piece of legislation, the Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Body is supported by a collection of five different regulations. The main regulatory body regulates and licenses all gambling operators in the countries including the operations of sports betting houses, online casinos, and lotteries. The National Lotteries and Gaming Board is also responsible for licensing, supervising, and enforcement of all laws and regulations concerning the Ugandan gambling industry and lotteries such as the popular MTN Kaja Lottery.

Everything on paper looks great, but in reality, there are several contradicting aspects of casino gambling and sports betting. Considering quite low costs to enter this market, Uganda allows numerous casino gaming and sports betting operators to expand their operations here. Even though online casino gaming and sports betting activities in Uganda are regulated, there are still some unregulated sections.

This is also attractive for operators, so there is no wonder how the Uganda government collected massive taxes of over USD 3,1 million from the industry back in 2014.

In addition to the unregulated structure of certain industry aspects, Uganda also struggles with social issues mainly related to underage gambling. In order to gain more control over the Ugandan gambling industry, the National Lotteries Board doubled license fees to over USD 3,500.

The National Lotteries Board also prohibited gambling operators and companies from setting up gaming venues near government offices, markets, and churches. However, not much has changed since 2013, and the Uganda authorities are still looking for ways to strike a balance between the benefits of gambling or taxes and the potential social harms.

Online Casinos in Uganda

Despite these issues, renowned, international online casinos that operate in Uganda are one hundred percent reliable and trustworthy. Every iGaming operator that wants to operate in the country must obtain the required licenses. The Ugandan main regulatory body also performs various checks regarding security and privacy measures taken by these operators. As previously mentioned, numerous regulated, renowned, international iGaming operators serve Ugandan players, and these most certainly fall into
the category of safe and trustworthy online casinos.

Since the internet penetration rate in Uganda is quite low, the majority of sports bets are placed at retail sports betting sites. At the same time, online casinos are becoming more and more popular with major foreign online casino operators entering the Uganda iGaming market. So, what makes online casinos in Uganda trustworthy? They have certain things in common as following.

• They are licensed by the National Lotteries Board
• They offer RNG tested online casino games
• They employ SSL encryption data algorithms
• They offer reliable deposit and withdrawal options
• They provide safe online gaming sessions

Which Online Casinos in Uganda are Trustworthy?

Only Ugandan online casinos that are licensed and regulated by the National Lotteries Board are trustworthy, and fortunately, most online casinos operational here hold licenses issued by the main regulatory body. Trustworthy online casinos always employ the best SSL encryption technology in the form of AES 256-bit encryption. This is the most protective, military-grade technology which makes it impossible for anyone to get ahold of your personal information.

Online casinos in Uganda that deserve your attention always offer RNG tested and audited games. In other words, their gaming libraries feature one hundred percent fair games that deliver fair results at all times. Trustworthy online casinos also guarantee fair play to all registered players no matter which device they use, so mobile games, as well as those who use desktop devices and laptops, enjoy the same, high-quality treatment.

Reliable, secure, and trustworthy online casinos feature excellent banking systems with different deposit and withdrawal options. At these venues, all transactions comply with the strictest security protocols, so everyone’s funds are safe at all times. Secure withdrawals and deposits alongside reliable safety and privacy measures guarantee the most secure online gaming experiences. Trustworthy online casinos do not only employ the best security and safety measures but also offer high-quality customer care departments and generous bonuses.

Those looking for a reliable online casino operational in Uganda with generous bonuses can easily find such a facility, as shown here. Most international online casinos catering to Ugandan players offer welcome bonuses alongside free spins and ongoing promos with clear terms and conditions that everyone can understand. Lastly, trustworthy online casinos in Uganda boast impressive gaming libraries powered by eminent software providers. This means that Ugandan players have hundreds of games, including slots, table games, video poker games, and much more at their disposal.

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By Our Reporter

Former Star TV presenter, Henrico Sema is flying high in China.

We have learned that he has been elected President of Ugandans in China (UGiC) association.

Real name Ssemakula Kityo Henry, he garnered 61% of the total vote to defeat his opponents, Nsubuga David and Ssempijja Samuel.

He will now serve a two-year term as UGiC President until 2023.

In his victory speech, Sema promised to work hard to improve the working environment of Ugandans doing business in China as well those pursuing further studies.

Sema previously hosted the Talanta Yo show on Star TV.  He would later quit TV in pursuit of greener pastures abroad. He currently works and resides in Beijing, China.

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By Staff Writer

#Staysafe #Stayhealthy

Fresh Dairy, the leading dairy products producer in Uganda has revamped its home delivery services dubbed ‘#Staysafe #Stayhealthy’for both its Fresh Dairy and Brookside products, to ensure that consumers have easy access to healthy and nutritious products at affordable prices during the ongoing 2^nd nation-wide lock down.

Marketing Manager, Fresh Dairy – Vincent Omoth said, ‘#Staysafe #Stayhealthy is a home delivery solution that uses Vans, Tuk Tuks and Motorbikes, aimed at ensuring that consumers enjoy greater convenience and safe product transportation using our door to door home delivery services being heightened during the on-going 2^nd lock down, in the wake of surging COVID-19 cases in the country.

Omoth noted that Fresh Dairy’s home delivery solution – ‘#Staysafe #Stayhealthy’ is free and available to all customers in Kampala and Greater Kampala areas of Entebbe, Wakiso and Mukono districts from Monday to Saturday, 8am to 5pm. ‘Customers are encouraged to call our customer care toll free line on 0800100020/21 or WhatsApp 0715744664 to place their orders, that come with free delivery.’

He added that for location specific orders, customers can place their orders directly through our Agents using the following telephone contacts:

All Fresh Dairy and Brookside products are available for the free home delivery services to include: Fresh milk, flavoured milk, Long life or UHT milk, powdered milk, Yoghurt (both flavoured and Brookside fruit yoghurt), Butter, Ghee and fresh cream. All Fresh Dairy products are nutrient-rich with Energy, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat and Calcium among others

Omoth said, ‘Our Fresh Dairy home delivery team has been equipped with healthy and safety equipment such as masks, gloves, sanitizers and social distancing skills to re-assure consumer safety.’

He concluded by noting that Fresh Dairy and Brookside products are still available countrywide in Shops, Duukas, Kiosks, Supermarkets and Tricycle Agents located near consumers.

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Ivan Genza, Head of Operations at Tusoma Online

By Our Reporter

With students stuck home due to the closure of schools as a result of the second wave of the Coronavirus, a new online learning platform dubbed Tusoma Online has been launched to enable students to keep up with their studies.

The web-based platform is connecting learners to teachers for revision online. The platform provides virtual sessions for learners at all levels from primary one to senior six.

Mr. Ivan Genza, Head of Operations at Tusoma Online, says the platform comes as a supplement to other interventions by government to provide alternative ways of learning amidst the pandemic.

“Academic stagnation can have a severe impact on children’s intellectual development, especially when newly acquired knowledge is not immediately built upon or consolidated by more advanced academic pursuits,” he noted. “With our new online platform, learners can be assured of constantly refreshing their knowledge through online revision sessions with teachers, and progressively acquiring advanced knowledge by reading ahead with the guidance of teachers in a virtual classroom.”

“Tusoma Online will help supplement the government’s efforts of teaching through radio, television and reading materials. We are also ready to work with primary and secondary schools to provide an online platform for their students, although this would require some regulatory intervention by the Ministry.” Genza added.

To access the platform, a student will be required to sign up via www.tusomaonline.com and then pay a fee of Ugx 2,900/- per class session which will last an hour.

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Makerere University has been granted a Regional Resource Center (RRC) status by the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW) Capacity Building Committee and the Board of IASSW. This institutional milestone and prestigious center will be celebrated in a virtual launch on Thursday 24th June 2021 FROM 2PM-4PM EAT.

Under the Theme: New frontiers for social work in Africa. Opportunities and challenges, the online launch will be graced by The Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, Prof Barnabas Nawangwe, The Chair of the IASSW Capacity Building Committee, Dr. Darla Spence Coffey, President of the Association of Social Work in Africa (ASSWA), Dr. Kgomotso Jongman with a key note address from Prof. Gidraph G. Wairire from the Department of Sociology and Social Work, University of Nairobi.

The East African Regional Resource Center will be hosted at and coordinated by Makerere University’s Department of Social Work and Social Administration (DSWSA), Makerere University.  As the name suggests, the East African Regional Resource Center will primarily serve the East African region, however with its benefits are envisaged to extend to the rest of Africa because it is the first RRC in the African Association of Schools of Social Work context. It will also be the 4th Regional Resource Center (RRC) of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW).

The Makerere University, Department of Social Work Social Administration will work closely with the African Association of Schools of Social Work in a long standing commitment to regional and global social work education and scholarship. The current coordinators of this centre are Dr. Hadijah Mwenyango, Dr. Janestic Twikirize and Dr. Daniel Lumonya.

In a quote, The Head of the Department of Social Work Social Administration at Makerere University and host for the virtual launch, Prof Eddy Walakira, had this to say,

“We are very grateful to the Makerere University administration for granting us the opportunity to host this Regional Resource Centre and also extend our appreciation to the leadership of the International Association of Schools of Social Work for granting us RRC status.

The RRC is seeking wide representation from universities and practitioners from East Africa during the initial stage for establishing the centre. We are looking for enthusiastic academics who have vision for promoting social work.”

You can watch the virtual launch here- http://www.swsarrc.org/

The East African Regional Resource Center virtual launch is sponsored by Makerere University, Association of Schools of Social Work in Africa, International Association of Schools of Social Work, Uganda Technology and Management Institute, National Association of Social Workers of Uganda and UNICEF.

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