By Our Reporter

MTN Uganda has rewarded the entire team of athletes who represented the country, as well as their coaches and administrators in the just concluded 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. This is in appreciation of their outstanding performance that earned Uganda 4 medals at the games.

A total of 17 athletes, 5 coaches and 3 administrators who made up the Uganda athletics team contingent to the Olympics have been rewarded with a performance total sum of UGX 175,500,000/-. This includes UGX 50,000,000/- each to Joshua Cheptegei and Peruth Chemutai for winning gold medals in the 5000m and 3000m Steeple Chase races respectively.

Joshua Cheptegei will get another UGX 25,000,000/- for the silver medal he bagged in the 10000m race while Jacob Kiplimo gets UGX 10,000,000 for his bronze medal in the same race.

The cash rewards are not only in appreciation of the individuals exploits but also a celebration of the coming of age of the sport that MTN has supported over the years, through the Uganda Athletics Federation. Since 2004, MTN Uganda has sponsored various grass root athletics programs, the most prominent being the MTN Kampala Marathon.

While handing over the cash prizes to the Tokyo Olympics medalists during a press conference held at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala on Friday, Wim Vanhelleputte, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Uganda congratulated the athletes and the Uganda Athletics Federation for flying the Ugandan flag high and bringing home a record haul of 4 medals from a single Olympics event.

He also reaffirmed MTN’s commitment to continue supporting the federation’s programs, through which some of this talent has been nurtured.

“The performance of our athletes in Tokyo is a demonstration of growth for Uganda Athletics. The athletes achieved both as individuals and as a team comprising the coaches and support staff. So, MTN has also chosen to offer a token of appreciation not only to the medalists but also the entire athletics contingent that represented Uganda,” said Vanhelleputte.

Vanhelleputte pledged MTN’s continued support to the sport through the Uganda Athletes Federation

“We salute the big strides the sport is making, and we remain committed to facilitating the progress and success of Ugandan Athletics through our partnership with the federation,” Vanhelleputte said.

Vanhelleputte also announced MTN’s contribution of another Shs.100million towards the accomplishment of The Joshua Cheptegei training center in Kapchorwa. The athlete recently launched a 100-day fundraising drive to raise shs.1.7 billion for his training center.

Before making his remarks, Joshua Cheptegei handed over his 5000meter 2020 Tokyo Olympics gold medal to Stephen Kiprotich, as the father of long distance running in the country in honor of his inspirational win that has turned around Uganda’s athletics.

Joshua Cheptegei thanked MTN for its support towards the growth of athletics in Uganda.

“MTN is leading by example in supporting athletics and other sports. I pray that other corporate companies can also do the same. I thank MTN for contributing generously towards the completion of my facility. The facility will help build the sport in the country,” Cheptegei said.

Cheptegei also inspired an emotional teary moment at the press conference when he donated his MTN silver medal cash prize of sh.25 million to Jacob Kiplimo. He then handed over Kiplimo’s MTN bronze cash prize of 10million to Stephen Kissa, a fellow athlete whom he wished to honor.

In September 2020, MTN Uganda rewarded Joshua Cheptegei with UGX 123, 536,000 following his exploits at the Monaco Diamond League meet, where he set a new 5000 metres world record of 12:35.36, breaking Kenenisa Bekele’s 16-year old world record of 12:37.35.

This February, MTN Uganda agreed terms with the world athletics champion, Joshua Cheptegei to become the brand’s ambassador. Under the arrangement, MTN contributed UGX 100 million towards the Joshua Cheptegei Foundation – that is working to develop and provide a platform for young and budding athletics talent. In the same spirit, MTN will continue to provide a stage to showcase other budding athletes through the MTN Kampala Marathon.

In addition to his recent exploits, Joshua Cheptegei, also became the first Ugandan athlete ever to win double medals at an Olympics event. In celebration of this milestone, MTN Uganda has offered all its subscribers, a week of the MTN Dabolo offer, effective tomorrow, Saturday 14th August 2021. In the promotion, customers’ who load a daily data bundle shall get double the volume of data they buy. “This offer celebrates the triumph of Joshua Cheptegei the individual and our country Uganda,” concluded the MTN CEO.

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By Our Reporter

House of Chefs, an exciting new reality cook show is set to premier this Friday on Honey TV.

The show will have 8 episodes, with over 8 contestants from across the continent judged by one of Africa’s best culinary masters, Chef Siba, also known for the show she hosts Siba’s table.

While officially making this announcement, Joan Semanda Kizza the PR and Communications Manager Multichoice Uganda explained that House of Chefs will keep those that love culinary competitions on their toes given the fact this show specifically speaks into the beauty and art in the culinary world.

“Honey TV will air over 8 episodes of this show, so we encourage you to take on this journey as we explore African talent in the world of cooking,” Semanda revealed.

“In line with this show, we would like to encourage our Uganda viewers to make the most of this show and take off time to watch, pick some learnings and try out the recipes being used throughout the show, as well as try creating some of their own,” she added.

The show will be hosted by Sheilah Gashumba and will air every Friday at 10pm on Honey TV channel 173 on DStv.

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Newcomer, Soja Boy has released his debut single titled ‘Run de City’.

The new single is all about good vibes and party life. In the song, Soja Boy also brags about running the city.

Produced by Brian Beats, the song is laid on a dancehall beat. The video was directed by Jah Live.

Soja Boy is currently signed under K. City Management

Watch the video below.

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By Reporter

As TikTok continues to gain huge followings becoming in Uganda, it is also becoming a gateway for the new artistes to breakthrough. Avion King who first hit the platform in April with his first single Nzekka which become a huge success with hundreds of views on the platform and later exploded allover the internet.

While people were still enjoying Nzekka a song with no idenfied artiste Avion King dropped a megga hit BIZONTO on the platform and this become a massive hit collecting ovet 4000 challenges in weeks including very top tiktok influencers. Avion King thought it was the right time for him to introduce himself to now hundreds of thousands of fans allover the internet.

Bizonto Being the biggest thing on the internet crossing to mainstream gave his followers hope that maybe he is the next big thing to happen in the Uganda music industry with a very unique touch of music.

Watch Nzekka here

Who is Avion King?

Avion King was born Kasumba Samuel Avion King in Mityana district.

In 2014 when he was persuing his diploma in film production he decided to start song writing. After his diploma, he joined the music industry as a video director.

By 2019 he had writen a number of songs for many artistes including Embeela Zo by Sheebah and Bruce Melody, worked on over 4 projects with Vinka and Swangs Avenue and Some with Lydia Jazmine all that music is still yet to be released.

He started singing when covid-19 hit last year.

Watch Bizonto here

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By Reporter

Uganda does not boast of smooth, good roads in many areas. Some regions are considered almost inaccessible to cars due to their dire state. You will require an excellent off-road vehicle strong enough to get you to such areas.

Off-road vehicles are rugged machines that can withstand any terrain they are presented with. They embrace the roads with pride, not intimidated by any condition that they face. They are tried and tested with some of the harshest and most challenging terrains the world has to offer.

Let’s look at some of these hardcore machines well known for their rugged build and durability.

1. Land Rover Defender

Land Rover Defender is the world’s longest-serving champion in the off-road department that has remained true to its users. This vehicle is commonly used for conservation work, adventure and road trips, and tourist travel.

It is commonly used in Uganda due to its durability, four-wheel-drive system and adjustable air suspension for navigating rugged terrains. It can handle the most challenging terrains in Africa, with Uganda having a good share of these roads.

The Defender is powered by an array of supercharged and turbo-charged engines, ensuring fast and smooth acceleration. Each of its models has adjustable air suspension and

It costs an average of UGX. 250 million depending on the model and the engine type. This is the perfect go-to vehicle for adventure lovers.2. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Jeep Wrangler is one of the most classic and iconic off-road machines of all time. This car does not lose its classic look over the years and is born ready to handle whatever tough terrain you throw at it.

Wrangler has a strong military heritage, and its rugged retro design has been maintained over the years to reflect its lineage. This car appeals to both city roads and off-road enthusiasts, and it’s highly adaptable due to its four-wheel drive.

This car offers you 32-inch off-road tires and a dual vented hood with heavy-duty covers to protect it against heavy objects on the trail. Its electronic sway bar allows this machine to balance on wet roads.3. Toyota Land Cruiser

Land Cruiser is a must-have for anyone who dares to tackle the off-road. Proven time and again, it is a car that knows failure is not an option. Most large organisations and government agencies within Africa use these cars to drive across the country with the assurance of efficiency and durability.

The Toyota Land Cruiser is also commonly used as an African safari vehicle. In this case, the car is customized to provide optimal wildlife viewing and to accomodate more passengers. The customized land-cruisers for tourist travel are popular as 4×4 safari land-cruisers with open roof. You will often find them in various tourism destinations in Africa such as Bwindi National Park, Masai Mara game reserve, Serengeti National Park and more.

You can drive this car to the remotest place on earth, and it will get you there like a pro. Powered by a 5.7-litre V8 engine, it pushes this machine with ease and composure. It has a powerful Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System, an intelligent stabiliser tuning the suspension continually as it tackles the rugged roads.

A standard model could cost you about UGX 320,000,000.4. Ford Raptor F-150

Raptor is one of the most well-rounded trucks with a well-tuned drive system that goes above and beyond the most challenging terrain. Its shocks offer a 13-inch front wheel and 14-inches in the rear.

It’s powered by a 3.5L V6 engine that boasts power and strength like no other vehicle. Its four-wheel drive is more fierce than any challenging road it meets. It has the most capable aluminium wheels that are full-size 35-inch all-terrain tires on17-inches wheels.

It’s powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine that is quiet and has lots of torque. With UGX 190,000,000,four-cylinder, you have yourself this vehicle.5. Isuzu D-Max

The Isuzu D-Max is a beast for off-road terrain anywhere globally, whether single or double cabin. It is built to conquer the most challenging roads making it one of the capable pick-ups trucks to invest in.

This double cabin pick-up serves best as a family and business car with adequate space for both activities. It is a trusted workhorse that takes on miles without skipping a bit.

Its tires and suspension are dedicated to tackling both the city roads and the off-road with grace. It is powered by a 3.0L turbo diesel engine with maximum fuel consumption of 12.5km/L.Conclusion

From all these options, you get to choose one vehicle that works best for you. Bottom-line is that you will easily access your village or farm because these machines are not intimidated by any bad roads.

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By Our Reporter

Guinness has launched a new campaign in Uganda and across key markets in Africa dubbed ‘Black Shines Brightest’.

The campaign is a new Pan African movement celebrating the iconic black liquid enjoyed all over the continent for over a century. This exciting new campaign is inspired by the bold and unique black beer of Guinness stout and brings together passionate and creative individuals to celebrate the spirit of Guinness and its home across African markets.

Energetic and empowering, the campaign celebrates individuals coming together, fizzing with optimism, creativity, and potential across the continent. A generation of individuals, inspired by each other and the people around them coming together as they unite to take on the opportunities in front of them.

To launch the campaign, Guinness has worked with real culture makers from across the continent who demonstrate how Black Shines Brightest in a range of different ways. These individuals are creating moments, events and content to be enjoyed by everyone.

The Ugandan list includes shining star Azawi, who burst onto the music scene with a fresh take on Afro Beats; Sasha Vybz a sought-after video director across the continent, Uncle Mo a content creator redefining comedy and Malaika Nyanzi, an award-winning actress and media personality, among others.

From across the continent, Guinness is collaborating with Ghanaian choreographer, Incredible Zigi, who is creating dance challenges that have gone viral around the world; Nigerian artist, Fireboy who is leading the way with his unique Afro-life music, which is inspiring a new generation of music fans and Nigerian designer, Adebayo Oke-Lawal who founded Orange Culture and is breaking the mould of traditional fashion gender categories with a range of androgynous menswear.

Others are, Tanzanian singer, Nandy, who is changing the face of music by producing the kind of music that speaks directly to her fans; Nigerians Kehinde Durojaye, a self-taught inventor who is pushing boundaries and showing real ingenuity with his incredible jet car made from trash, that can run on land and sea and Prince Nelson Enwerem, a mover and shaker who is setting trends and leading the way in culture in Nigeria.

The campaign launched with an energetic and colourful commercial directed by star director Meji Alabi. Meji famous for his work with a whole range of incredible artists from Beyoncé and Davido through to Tiwa Savage and Wizkid. It also included a performance by Azawi who also officially becomes the campaign face.

In Uganda, there was a media take over that culminated in the Next Media Park being turned into a BrightHouse with colourful illumination and a performance by Azawi that was broadcast live to the entire country. The fast-rising star added more light to the Brighthouse with an energetic performance. Starting off with her hit song Repeat it, Low fit, Quinimino, she climaxed her performance with her 2021 hit single My Year.

The new campaign will encourage individuals across the continent who embody the spirit of Black Shines Brightest to bring their optimism and self-confidence to the table to create something even bigger and brighter.

Commenting in the campaign, Elizabeth Mutamuliza, the Guinness Brand Manager, Uganda Breweries Ltd said, “This exciting new campaign will see Guinness at the beating heart of Ugandan culture by championing new talent and all those people making waves in our society.”

“Just like those we are working with, Guinness is bursting with life. It is a flavourful, bold, and dynamic beer, sparkling and brimming with energy and exuberance. It is the liquid embodiment of a black shines brightest attitude. A beer that has brought a dash of magic to millions in Africa and across the world for over 250 years with the boldness and vision to live life to the full”. She added.

Here are some photos from the launch.

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Vivo Energy Acting Managing Director, Mr. Anthony Ogalo (centre) officially launching the Juuza Akameeza promotion together with other officials from Vivo Energy and the Kampala Operational Taxi Stages Association.

By Our Reporter

Vivo Energy Uganda has announced the return of the Juuza Akameeza promotion, where motorists countrywide will be rewarded with prizes worth UGX 600 million.

To participate, motorists will have to purchase Shell FuelSave Diesel worth UGX 50,000 or more to enter into a grand draw. The prizes up for grabs include two Toyota Hiace (Drone) vans, two Elf trucks, monthly prizes of fuel worth UGX1 million each for 20 winners (5 winners per month) and t-shirts, caps, key rings and assorted food supplies popularly known as ‘Kameeza”. Over 25,000 drivers will be rewarded over the next four months.

“The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting restrictions to control the spread of the disease have had a severe socio-economic impact, particularly for commercial drivers who rely on their vehicles as a source of livelihood. Through this campaign, we would like to ease the financial burden brought about by the pandemic and help them get back on their feet faster. The prizes have been chosen to provide our customers with the opportunity to transform their lives by becoming business owners through owning these vehicles, which can be used for commercial purposes,” said Moses Kebba, Marketing Manager, Vivo Energy Uganda.

Motorists who purchase Shell FuelSave Diesel worth UGX 50,000 or more at any Shell service station will be asked by the pump attendant to share their phone number and number plate to enter into the draw to stand a chance to win any of the grand prizes. The customer will then receive an SMS with a token that can be used to redeem instant prizes. Customers will incur no charges to participate and SMS texts will be sent via AFRICASTKNG.

“Shell FuelSave Diesel is a high-quality fuel, designed to deliver more value to motorists and reduce their operational costs so they can have more money left over for themselves and their families. In addition to the grand prizes, we will also have instant rewards ─ dubbed ‘Akameeza’ prizes ─ which will see over 18,000 customers win assorted food supplies,” Kebba added.

Over the years, Vivo Energy continues to remain the number one provider of high-quality Shell-branded fuels and lubricants that have been specially made to give motorists’ car engines maximum efficiency as well as keep them in the best condition and help both drivers and riders GO WELL.

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By Our Reporter

Mobile subscribers are increasingly communicating via voice calls and this is thanks to promotions by telecom operators, a recent report from Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) indicates.

UCC, the telecom regulator recently released the quarter one report for 2021 which revealed that between January to March, mobile subscribers made more phone calls during the period compared to December.

“…the sector recorded a total of 15.5 billon billed minutes up from 14.8 billion minutes recorded in the quarter ending December 2020. Subsequently, this resulted to a 5% quarter to quarter aggregate growth in traffic from 3% posted in the preceding quarter,” UCC revealed in the report.

UCC attributed the performance to the pricing promotional offers and a slight subscription growth. For instance, MTN Uganda recently announced that the telecom hit 15million subscribers.

On-net voice calls, which stand for calls made on the same network contributed the bulk of the talk time.

The report indicates that the market averaged 5.1 billion on net minutes per month during the quarter, with an on-net monthly traffic peak in March of 5.2 billion minutes.

The dominance of on-net traffic is attributed to the pricing differential caused by discounted promotional bundles coupled with spend and usage profiling offers by the telecom operators.

MTN currently has different voice bundles under the My PakaPaka promotion, where MTN to MTN voice calls are discounted to make the service affordable for customers.

Recently MTN refreshed the promotion to allow customers enjoy even more minutes at the same cost.

For instance, MTN currently offers 45 on-net minutes at UGX1000, 30 on-net minutes at UGX750 and 20 on-net minutes at UGX600.

Somdev Sen, MTN Uganda Chief Marketing Officer said promotions such as My PakaPaka have enabled customers make phone calls to loved ones at cheap rates which is especially critical during the pandemic period as many people need to save money for consumption.

“We are cognizant of the current challenging times and because of this, as MTN, we sought to provide some sort of relief to our customers by ensuring they can afford voice call services at a reasonably priced rate. This will allow them channel some of their savings towards supporting themselves and their families during these tough times,” he explained.

He went on to say that MTN strives to boost inclusion and that not only includes financial inclusion but also communication.

“You need to keep in touch with your loved ones during these times. It is important to communicate with all your people especially at this time when movement is very limited. We commit to always provide quality and affordable services to Ugandans,” he said.

Off net minutes per month however averaged 52.4 million during the quarter, with an off-net traffic peak in January of 54.5 million minutes.

Voice calls have been steadily dropping in price in comparison to the olden days when a unit of talk time cost above Shs300.

With the increase in adoption of telephony services, Ugandans are expected to enjoy affordable services even more.

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By Reporter

Former NTV presenter Justine Nameere yas not dropped her TV dream ever since quitting NTV, she has bounced back even bigger. We reliably can comfirm Justine Nameere has started her own TV station in Masaka. The station is located in Kizungu in Masaka City.

TM TV is the newest TV station in the country and will go with slogan “TUSIMBUDDE”

Justine has been a content provider for prominent TV stations like Bukedde TV, UBC TV, Salt TV where she appeared as a face but also produced other TV content under her production company, where she never appeared as a face but as a producer, including The Miss Uganda Reality show for BBS TV, Tulambule Uganda for NBS TV and filmed documentaries for several organizations.

“I’m grateful to God for making my dream come true and giving me a chance to bring the first TV station to my home town of Masaka” Nameere commented. TM TV will officially open on 30th of September 2021.

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By Reporter

Fans are worried about singer Nince Henry and Kiety’s tightness lately and some have started to assume the two are either dating or working together

Many have been wondering on social media and suggesting how Keity might be under Nince Henry’s management.

Nince Henry one of the legendary song writers and singer we have in the industry has been frequently posting and pushing Keity’s projects allover his social media a thing that has made us believe that indeed he might have signed her

Rumor has it that he is the one behind her latest project Kikwate and the previous one Company.

Her new song Kikwate was produced by Nessim who is also believed to be Nince Henry’s favorite producer

Watch it here

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By Reporter

Uganda does not boast of smooth, good roads in many areas. Some regions are considered almost inaccessible to cars due to their dire state. You will require an excellent off-road vehicle strong enough to get you to such areas.

Off-road vehicles are rugged machines that can withstand any terrain they are presented with. They embrace the roads with pride, not intimidated by any condition that they face. They are tried and tested with some of the harshest and most challenging terrains the world has to offer.

Let’s look at some of these hardcore machines well known for their rugged build and durability.

1. Land Rover Defender

Land Rover Defender is the world’s longest-serving champion in the off-road department that has remained true to its users. This vehicle is commonly used for conservation work, adventure and road trips, and tourist travel.

It is commonly used in Uganda due to its durability, four-wheel-drive system and adjustable air suspension for navigating rugged terrains. It can handle the most challenging terrains in Africa, with Uganda having a good share of these roads.

The Defender is powered by an array of supercharged and turbo-charged engines, ensuring fast and smooth acceleration. Each of its models has adjustable air suspension and

It costs an average of UGX. 250 million depending on the model and the engine type. This is the perfect go-to vehicle for adventure lovers.2. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Jeep Wrangler is one of the most classic and iconic off-road machines of all time. This car does not lose its classic look over the years and is born ready to handle whatever tough terrain you throw at it.

Wrangler has a strong military heritage, and its rugged retro design has been maintained over the years to reflect its lineage. This car appeals to both city roads and off-road enthusiasts, and it’s highly adaptable due to its four-wheel drive.

This car offers you 32-inch off-road tires and a dual vented hood with heavy-duty covers to protect it against heavy objects on the trail. Its electronic sway bar allows this machine to balance on wet roads.3. Toyota Land Cruiser

Land Cruiser is a must-have for anyone who dares to tackle the off-road. Proven time and again, it is a car that knows failure is not an option. Most large organisations and government agencies within Africa use these cars to drive across the country with the assurance of efficiency and durability.

The Toyota Land Cruiser is also commonly used as an African safari vehicle. In this case, the car is customized to provide optimal wildlife viewing and to accomodate more passengers. The customized land-cruisers for tourist travel are popular as 4×4 safari land-cruisers with open roof. You will often find them in various tourism destinations in Africa such as Bwindi National Park, Masai Mara game reserve, Serengeti National Park and more.

You can drive this car to the remotest place on earth, and it will get you there like a pro. Powered by a 5.7-litre V8 engine, it pushes this machine with ease and composure. It has a powerful Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System, an intelligent stabiliser tuning the suspension continually as it tackles the rugged roads.

A standard model could cost you about UGX 320,000,000.4. Ford Raptor F-150

Raptor is one of the most well-rounded trucks with a well-tuned drive system that goes above and beyond the most challenging terrain. Its shocks offer a 13-inch front wheel and 14-inches in the rear.

It’s powered by a 3.5L V6 engine that boasts power and strength like no other vehicle. Its four-wheel drive is more fierce than any challenging road it meets. It has the most capable aluminium wheels that are full-size 35-inch all-terrain tires on17-inches wheels.

It’s powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine that is quiet and has lots of torque. With UGX 190,000,000,four-cylinder, you have yourself this vehicle.5. Isuzu D-Max

The Isuzu D-Max is a beast for off-road terrain anywhere globally, whether single or double cabin. It is built to conquer the most challenging roads making it one of the capable pick-ups trucks to invest in.

This double cabin pick-up serves best as a family and business car with adequate space for both activities. It is a trusted workhorse that takes on miles without skipping a bit.

Its tires and suspension are dedicated to tackling both the city roads and the off-road with grace. It is powered by a 3.0L turbo diesel engine with maximum fuel consumption of 12.5km/L.Conclusion

From all these options, you get to choose one vehicle that works best for you. Bottom-line is that you will easily access your village or farm because these machines are not intimidated by any bad roads.

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By Reporter

New rising singer Danz Eko has a new song you will hear about so often first because you will love it and also because he has teamed up with Karole Kasita known for giving vibrant music.

Danz Eko is attached to Sukuma Entertainment and is a Ugandan Singer, Songwriter, Deejay, Visual artiste and Businessman based in Seattle Washington, USA.

“Yegwe” is a Luganda word translated to mean “It is you” and is an Afro-dance song that will have you dancing to it when it plays.

The new song was produced by the talented T.O.N who has worked on various local hit songs in the past years.

Listen to Yegwe here

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By Reporter

Gospel singer Denis Lanek is another singer added to the list of artistes that graduated in Gulu. Lanek leads hundreds of gospel Artistes in the country. The week’s longs coaching yielded the singer a certificate awarded by Chief coordinator Operation Wealth Creation Gen Salim Saleh in presence of Prime Minister Robinah Nabanjja, Director Operation Wealth Creation; Sylvia Owori, Lieutenant General Phillip Idro, General Kayanja, Chairman UNCC; Mr Okello, Ragga Dee President UNCF and UMA Secretary Phina Masanyalazi and Gagamel Boss Bebe Cool. “I thank God that our cry was heard and gospel music is now being recognized by the Government” Lanek said.

“I call upon every gospel artist and everyone that has a gospel song to look for me” he concluded.

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By Reporter

Flitlinks International Limited, a Trust Japanese Vehicles agent in Uganda has delivered a car to a winner in Kampala.

Flitlinks International Limited is a Freight Forwarding, Logistics, Cargo Transport And Distribution And Warehousing Company located at Kas House 95, 6th street industrial area, Kampala, Uganda.

Trust Japanese Vehicles ran a campaign in which one would only need to buy a car from its website www.japanesevehicles.com and stand a chance to win a car.

Mr Luciano Ssaku who is a long time client of both Flitlinks International and Trust Japanese Vehicles bought two cars.

Upon conclusion of the campaign, Mr Luciano Ssaku emerged winner and was informed about this.

His car was duly shipped and cleared by Flitlinks International from Japan to Uganda.

Mr Luciano Ssaku was notified and a giveaway event was held in which he was officially handed his car and the keys.

You too could be a winner, follow Flitlinks International Limited on its social media platforms to stay up to date with any upcoming campaigns, promos and events.

You can also contact Flitlinks international Limited via its website www.flitlinks.com or call them +256 794 652862 or +256 414 347572 or email them at info@flitlinks.com

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By Reporter

The wait is over ! Catch live all the Action this Tuesday 17th August 2021 only on SANYUKA Tv

It would seem logical that teams relegated to a lower division usually have a good chance to gain promotion back the same year. Even with the expected departure of players coming with the demotion, those teams still would seem to have the best shot to gain promotion, as they just played in the more competitive league a few months prior.

That has been the case with Proline fc who will tassel out with the new Jinja soccer favorites, Gaddafi fc for the ONLY remaining slot to play in next season’s SUPL.

The promoted teams are Arua Hills Sc who topped Elgon group with 30 points and Tooro United fc who secured an automatic promotion to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League for the 2021/22 season after a one-year absence.

The two teams will fight for the champions’ medal tomorrow in the second game of the day at 3pm. The event will take place at Njeru Technical Centre in Jinja and will be graced by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo and StarTimes Head of Marketing Mr. Aog Bruce.

Fixture

Proline fc vs Gaddafi fc  12:00 noon

Tooro United vs Arua Hills Sc  3:00 pm

Venue: Fufa Technical Centre-Njeru

 StarTimes has so far completed 3 season as tittles sponsors of Uganda Premier league and FUFA big league and this partnership will run until the end of the next 7 football season.

The StarTimes Uganda Premier League is aired live on StarTimes local channel Sanyuka TV Channel 222 on antenna decoder, 403 on Satellite decoder and on mobile phones via the StarTimes ON App.

‘As StarTimes, we congratulate Express Football Club for winning 2020/2021 season and we want to assure Ugandans that StarTimes commitment to support local sports will continue. We thank Ugandans for supporting StarTimes and our local teams.’ Said CEO StarTimes Mr. Franklin Wang

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Since 2017, US California based Ugandan musician and philanthropist Desire Luzinda under the Desire Luzinda Foundation chose to make it a norm to celebrate her birthday with the people in need. This year 2020 has seen Desire celebrate it by giving a hand to a few individuals that were in dire need and nonetheless this year saw us back to uplift a child Children’s Orphanage in Lungujja. Desire Luzinda, through Desire Luzinda Foundation International (DLFI) partnered with Hairby Zziwa salon and academy and Wahl, a hair cutting machine manufacturer based in the US to give the children a haircut and lunch to celebrate yet another year.

“Giving a meal or helping someone in need on such a special day is the most fulfilling thing I have ever experienced. I thank God for the provision and as long as I live, I hope to always do that and more by the Grace of God.” Desire explained her mission on a phone call since she didn’t make it to Uganda for this year’s celebration.

For many years, DLFI continued to work with surrounding communities on several projects such as education, livelihood, agriculture, and cultural exchange.

Desire Luzinda has grown in leaps and bounds since her breakout, transitioning from the archetypal regular celebrity to an inspirational artiste and goodwill ambassador.

It’s through these activities that she managed to develop an impressive network of experienced, professional, local, and international staff well placed to partner with funding partners and other collaborating service providers.

DLFI’s broader objective is to attract funding from her growing circle of friends, family and a rich haul of well-wishers across the global. Desire wants to tell her story, and she hopes to piggyback DLFI’s success on her global appeal.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Songstress, Nina Kankunda famously known as Nina Roz has opened up on how she swiftly quit Black Market Records without any obstruction as most artists have encountered with the label.

According to the “Enyonta”, she had exhaustively worked with the America-based record label as agreed in the contract and there was nothing more pending.

“I felt I had completed my contract and my entire services with Black Market Records. I owe them nothing and neither do they,” Nina Roz said while on a live TV interview.

Nina also stressed the fact that she wouldn’t withstand the disrespect from Black Market especially in the recent saga where the label was battling singer Bruno K over “Nipe Love” song ownership.

“I’m no longer work with. I felt disrespected at a certain point, and as an artist, I don’t work where am not respected coz am a person who respects people.”

Nina Roz joined Black Market Records in 2020 after her marital engagement with the label’s music producer and singer Daddy Andre.

However, Nina’s life at the label has been miserable for the last three months after breaking up with Daddy Andre.

We will keep you posted

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By Reporter

He might not have gotten enough attention here in Uganda as he requires and massive air plays like other musicians, but eventually Bell Rey is one of the most talented artists representing Uganda in the Diaspora, United States to be specific

Bell Rey is a Ugandan born Boston based artist who moved to the U.S at age 8 with his younger sister and mother in hopes of a better life.

Bells mother was a gossip singer in church and his Father a preacher in Uganda. So seeing his mother and father at church every Sunday definitely had an impact on him that pushed him towards music.

He has been into music for a while and his versatility has earned him a place in people’s hearts. He can comfortably do music in different genres like; hip-hop, RnB, and Afro-beat. Using these genres, he blends them and makes whats he refers to as “Tender Aggression” . And that simply means is being balanced, being an “Every Man” which Bell Rey illustrates in his music.

His Album Enjovu consists of 10 songs and its already receiving massive plays all over music platforms

Here is Never Mind, on of fans’ favorite off his Album

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By Our Reporter

Aka Dope Band have been lined up to perform at the annual Uganda Social Media conference.

The band, which will be performing at the close of each day of the conference, is expected to provide the much needed relaxation after a long day of deliberations. The band will entertain guests with a live showcase, performing covers as well as their original compositions.

Now in its 6th edition, the Uganda Social Media conference is being organised by Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) and will run from 25th to 26th, August 2021 under the theme “Digital democracy in a Post Pandemic World”.

The conference will gather key stakeholders from the government, civil society, academia, researchers, policy-makers, and the media for a constructive exchange on the impact of social media on the state and society —highlighting both, opportunities and challenges it brings.

It will feature a list of over 30 panelists who will discuss a range of topics including Social media & elections in Africa, Citizen journalism vs digital newsrooms, Digital diplomacy, Impact of social media on mental health, and Tackling emerging digital threats among others.

Among the speakers is Dr. William Tayeebwa, a Senior Lecturer at Makerere University and Research Fellow of American Council of Learned Societies; Adonia Ayebare, the Ugandan Ambassador to the United Nations; Dr. Paul Kasenene, a Wellness and Nutrition Specialist; Ms. Anna Reismann, Country Director of KAS Uganda; Raymond Mujuni, Investigative Journalist; and Awel Uwihanganye, Founder of LéO Africa Institute, among others.

The conference will be held virtually with the attendants following proceedings live on social media and select local television stations.

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By Our Reporter

MTN Uganda recently rolled out another Covid-19 prevention campaign dubbed ‘One More Push” with the aim of strengthening and reinvigorating the masses in the fight against the deadly disease.

The “One More Push” campaign is spearheaded by The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, (Africa CDC) and pan-African operator MTN Group across their Market footprint including Uganda.

We caught up with the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Uganda, WIM VANHELLEPUTTE, to tell us what the campaign means for the country that is battling a more deadly wave of the virus.

Please tell us what “One More Push” is all about

The One More Push Campaign is a joint campaign between The Africa Centres for Disease Control and MTN Group, which includes MTN Uganda. It is a motivational call across the region for the masses to keep up the spirited fight against COVID-19 by urging them to give it one more push through continuing to diligently wear their masks, washing and sanitising their hands, practicing social distancing as well as getting vaccinated against the deadly virus.

By now, many people already know the SOPs. What was the motivation behind this campaign?

Its true many people are aware but a reminder of vigilance is called for especially now as we are facing a new deadly wave of the disease. Therefore, ‘One More Push’, simply put is a renewed drive to encourage the public not to give up now. The campaign was informed by the intensity of the new wave of the disease.

Like many countries across the continent, Uganda has been hit with a more ravaging wave of the virus that has seen the country register more deaths than before. Moreover, this is happening at a time when masses suffer from increased apathy, mask fatigue, vaccine myths and misinformation, and an overall concern about vaccine efficacy and safety. That is why Africa CDC and MTN felt the need to re-sensitize the masses about the new wave of the disease.

Last year, MTN Group, including MTN Uganda had the Wear it for me campaign. Was it successful?

Yes. It was very successful and well-received by the public. For the case of Uganda, we partnered with government to accelerate mask wearing, and together with fellow South African companies based in Uganda under the Forum for South African Businesses in Uganda, we donated masks to the vulnerable communities and encouraged the people to wear them alongside the other SOPs to curb the spread of the virus.

So, the One More Push Campaign is a build up on the Wear it for me campaign and the other initiatives we have undertaken, in our effort to end this pandemic.

What is the One More Push campaign’s most important call to action?

It is a consolidated reminder to the public to remain vigilant by adhering to the SOPs even when they may feel tired and somewhat bored by the whole routine of wearing a mask, handwashing, sanitizing and social distancing. We are also urging people to get vaccinated so that we can foster herd immunity.

As I earlier said, many of us are faced with myths and misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccines and their overall efficacy and safety. As such, this ‘One More Push’ Campaign that is spearheaded by the Africa CDC in partnership with MTN is aimed at complementing the ‘Adapted Africa Joint Continental Strategy for COVID-19 Pandemic’ of the African Union that calls for a wholesome fight against COVID-19 through strict adherence to the COVID-19 SOPs as well as vaccination to build immunity against the virus.

Apart from these campaigns, what other initiatives has MTN undertaken to support its customers in the fight against COVID-19?

MTN has been actively engaged in supporting its customers in the fight against COVID-19, both at continental and national level. Last year MTN Group donated US$25 million for COVID-19 vaccines for health workers as well as championing mask wearing and donating masks to communities across its footprint.

In Uganda, our interventions went beyond cash donations; from using our infrastructure, services, products, equipment to our expertise in order to fight this deadly disease.

In total, we spend over UGX 2 billion in cash towards the fight against COVID-19 inclusive of activities such as a partnership with the Red Cross society to carry out screening in high-risk places like markets and boarder points.

We also partnered with National Water and sewerage corporation to provide water points in water-hardened areas around Kampala to support handwashing among several other donations as well as zero rated services to our customers.

As a profit-making business, what does MTN gain from these capital-intensive Campaigns against COVID-19?

As a corporate citizen wherever we exist, we believe that caring for the communities that we serve is paramount to our business since MTN’s fortunes are closely tied to the health and prosperity of our customers and the public at large.

Like I have always said, corporate responsibility is a win-win. When businesses like MTN support communities, the communities flourish and in turn support the business, and that healthy cycle continues.

What are your last remarks to the public?

With the new waves of COVID-19 sweeping across the country, we cannot overstate the importance of every single one of us doing our best right now to keep the virus at bay.

I encourage the people of Uganda to remain vigilant in fighting COVID-19. Let us limit our movements as urged by the government, wear our masks the right way, wash or sanitize our hands and maintain social distancing.

But above all, I remind the members of the public who are eligible for the vaccine to get vaccinated as this will help as a country to foster herd immunity so we can quickly return to the ‘old normal’ and live our lives as we used to.

We all need to keep focused on overcoming COVID-19. I therefore implore everyone to keep up the fight. Let’s all give it one more push.

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