By Our Reporter 

It was an action-packed Sunday at Legends Rugby Ground as the Kings College Budo class of 2005-2010, Midnight Express and the class of 2019,  Komunu Ballo hosted Match Day 8 of the Red Lion Legends Edition of Budo League season 5.

Aside from thrilling matches and exciting games like Beer Pong, Giant Jenga, Ludo, Maze, chess, Ring Toss, corn hole and video games, Match Day 8 was crowned off with performances from Ykee Benda and Spice Diana.

Spice Diana teased the Budoian boys with her dance moves as she gave one lucky gentleman only identified as Emma a chance to dance with her on the stage while Benda excited the girls.

The Budo League is a 9 or sometimes 10-a-side (if you have got a lady in your team) football and socializing/networking event for the alumni of King’s College Budo.

The teams are formed by the class years with the top four outfits in the regular season featuring in the main cup semis and later finals (for successful ones) while fifth to eighth-placed sides will feature in the second tier semis and finals also known as the George Semivule Cup.

The Guinness-sponsored season which kicked off in December 2021 is held fortnightly and will run up to June 2022.

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By Our Reporter

MultiChoice Uganda in partnership with Uganda Communications Commission has trained students at Gulu University on ways they can reap from the film industry even with low budget equipment like mobile phones.

Speaking on behalf of Uganda Communications Commission, Rutaruuka Gonzagagonza, the Senior Officer Video Film & Cinematography highlighted the need and importance for students to take advantage of their skills and talent with the opportunities availed to them.

“Our partnership with MultiChoice Uganda to train Ugandans on how to venture into film making with a device as simple as their smartphone is geared towards encouraging youth to benefit from the film industry.” Gonzagagonza said.

Mitchel Mwesiga, the Public relations and publicity assistant at MultiChoice Uganda highlighted how smartphones of late have the technology needed to fully shoot a movie that matches the international standards.

“With the advancement in technology, it is very possible to use your smartphone to produce a film that MultiChoice can adopt and actually pay for through commissioned content,” Mwesiga said.

“At MultiChoice, we are keen on growing, multiplying and amplifying the Ugandan story through films locally filmed and produced for the Ugandan audience. Through such trainings, our belief is that the industry will benefit with talent across the country in areas of script writing, producing, directing and acting.” He added.

Cissy Nalumansi, the director of Namuddu, a film aired on Maisha Magic Movies, took the students through the various apps they can use to film, while illustrating ways in which phones can capture film worthy shots.

“With the opportunity provided by players like MultiChoice Uganda for commissioned content, film makers in Uganda are bound to reap and earn big one you remain committed to producing quality content.” Cissy Nalumansi noted.

“Our smartphones can become a starting point for one to film and slowly generate content. Overtime through learning opportunities such as this one, one will be able to improve on their skills and ultimately benefit from the film industry.” She added.

The trainings are set to take place in Mbarara next as the film industry gears up for the Uganda Film Festival, a much sought-after awarding festival that provides all film makers in the country a platform.

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By Our Reporter

On Friday, KLA’rified, a weekly afro-fusion style event that features a live 2-hour acoustic set with an upclose session with performers happened with performances from Trroy music and Cosign Yenze at Shisa Nyama Village, Bugoloobi.

It was a full house with Gaetano Kagwa as Mc who lit up the entire evening with his flamboyant signature look.

Performances from the young and talented Trroy music kick started the evening as they performed to covers of Lydia Jasmine’s “Kapeesa”, Dai Verse’s “Your body” and Fave’s Baby Riddim featuring a guitarist, that got everyone singing along.

Gaetano, also took this chance to unveil his hidden talent when he joined the group during the performance.

Cosign understood the assignment by dressing to kill and delivering vocally. He performed to his popular songs, Obeera wa, Kayayana and Bad Energy.

Simon Lapyem (2nd left) and colleagues during the Klarified 2nd session.

Speaking to the event, Simon Lapyem Innovations Project Manager, UBL said “Klarified is a great opportunity to get a feel of the upcoming Blankets and Wine”.

With close to two years of lockdown, Blankets and Wine will make a bigger and better return this 27th March at the Lugogo Cricket Oval.

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MTN Uganda’s youth dedicated platform, MTN Pulse, has awarded scholarships to 10 youth following a partnership between Victoria University and MTN Uganda, with a vision of supporting teens to attain further education for a prosperous future.

The 10 winners of the 5 full and 5 partial scholarships commenced their studies on Monday, 21st March 2022 in the University’s March intake.

Speaking at the scholarship awarding ceremony, Somdev Sen, the MTN Uganda Chief Marketing Officer highlighted that the partnership is anchored on MTN Pulse’s steadfast commitment to create and extend opportunities to the youth in a bid to help them realize their full potential and get ahead in life.

“On behalf of MTN Uganda, I applaud the winners of these scholarships and wish them well in their studies at one of the most prestigious learning institutions in the country,” Somdev said.

Through this partnership, Victoria University is targeting problem solvers that have transformational ideas that change lives and impact the community while MTN Pulse is providing support to the youth to help them reach their full potential.

The winners of the full scholarships include; Alupo Yvonne, Nanteza Nuriat, Jumba Jonathan, Nambissa Blessing Tracy, and Remo Idris Sebbi while the winners of the partial scholarships include; Mbogga A Swamaduh, Kataike Bridget, Nakayiwa Brenda, Nakayiga Shamim, and Okanya Brian.

Dr. Lawrence Muganga, the Vice Chancellor, Victoria University assured the Winners that Victoria University is focused on harnessing the potential of all youth with innovative ideas for the betterment of their lives and country.

“At Victoria University you are not just student but a colleague. You have some value to add to Victoria University fraternity. We want to see your idea come to life through our incubation Centre. Keep your ideas alive and walk into our incubation Centre such that your ideas come to life. Since the world is looking for an expert in solving problem. Be one of them and be assured of job in a world of high employment,” Dr. Muganga said.

The 10 winners were voted by the public based on their submitted videos, explaining why they needed the MTN Pulse-Victoria University scholarships. Over 12k votes were received on the pulse platform.

This partnership further cements MTN Pulse’s ambition towards the empowerment and advancement of teens and youths in Uganda.

Last year, MTN Pulse developed a strategic partnership with Fuzu, the leading career guidance, and job opportunities platform to improve the career and job prospects of Pulsers.

These are, but some of the many deals that MTN has secured for its youth segment customers.

In addition to offering them discounted MTN products and services, the youth on MTN Pulse automatically qualify for discounts and freebies with various MTN Pulse partners.

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By Our Reporter

The Irish community in Uganda has held St Patrick’s Day celebrations, in honour of the globally recognised holiday that celebrates Irish culture and heritage.

The celebrations in Uganda were in partnership with Guinness, their country’s biggest export. On Saturday, a fundraising gala was held at the Sheraton Hotel to raise funds to support local charities here in Uganda.

The dinner was attended by dignitaries like Irish Ambassador, Kevin Colgan, US Ambassador Natalie Brown, Joseph Rutabana, the Rwandan High Commissioner to Uganda and members of the Irish Society.

During the event, there were a number of exciting performances from both an Irish Band, The Kampala Midnight Special and an elite Ugandan acrobatic dance group named Hiccup Circus who kept guests entertained throughout the evening.

Guests who attended the dinner donated sizeable donations purposed for different charity benefits.

Come April, the Irish Society will do a call for proposals to different selected charities in the country to disburse the proceeds raised at this year’s ball. The gesture is part of Ireland’s activities to cement the good relationship between the two countries.

St Patrick’s was originally celebrated as a Christian holiday in Ireland to honour the country’s patron saint that was killed in the fifth century. It has morphed into an annual celebration of Irish culture across the world.

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By Our Reporter 

We have learnt that Johnnie Walker Uganda is set to rollout a new campaign dubbed “To the Ones Who”.

The new Walkers’ campaign is aimed at embodying the Johnnie Walker “Keep Walking” mantra, a movement designed to celebrate creatives across the continent who exemplify this long-standing slogan in their different trades and crafts.

A source told us that the brand has signed up some of the most eminent trend setters, industry luminaries and creatives across Africa, including Ugandans, who have gone out of their way to shake and mold culture in different sectors and spaces that they occupy.

The Pan African Campaign is spearheaded by a video which showcases an energetic and vibrant ‘anthem’ that mirrors the trails of being non-conformist and forward thinking, while addressing negative labels and depicting the perseverance of an average African youth.

“In this montage, which features pan African Macro Walker Burna Boy- the pan African face for the campaign, Johnnie Walker celebrates the resilience of the youth embracing Afro-optimism, while rallying them to step forward and Keep Walking,” the source told us.

It is said that Johnnie Walker Uganda has signed up a number of Ugandan big names that will be the ambassadors of the Walkers’ campaign in Uganda.

When contacted, UBL’s Scotch & Reserve Brand Manager- Christine Kyokunda, confirmed that they are indeed launching a new campaign, and
that they’re working with a few select celebrities to amplify and land the message across the country.

“It’s true, we are rolling out a new campaign called ‘The Walkers’ campaign. It is aimed at highlighting the resilience of the African Youth. It is going to be a fitting representation of the shoes the young Africans walk in and that ‘Keep Walking,’ was created to put a spring in their step as they venture into the new, finding own paths, and building their own future,” she said.

Kyokunda confirmed that they’re are working with some outstanding Ugandans on this campaign, but was tight lipped on offering more details.

Kyokunda told us that the select Walkers are an adaptation of the global ‘Keep Walking’ movement representation in their stories, from the convention-defying, non-conformist, culture shapers across the creative space.

Kyokunda told us that the campaign and the walkers, will be officially launched this Friday, March 25th at a premium location in Bugolobi.

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By ReporterStarTimes has Launched Easter Campaign named 2 billion Sharing and upgrade. Starting 15th March 2022, both existing and new StarTimes customer will share 2 Billion Uganda Shillings in form of upgrades, Extra days, School Fees and Easter hampers.

To be part of this promotion, simply pay Weekly or Monthly subscription no matter the bouquet and enjoy upgrade to the next bouquet automatically.

As opposed to the last campaigns this particular one will benefit more customers, due to the fact that both Weekly and Monthly subscribers will benefit from this promotion. Said The Brand and Marketing Director StarTimes Isma Lule

StarTimes is the only pay TV in Uganda that has convenient payment options that allow subscribers to make payments in form of Daily, Weekly or Monthly subscription. Highest bouquet customers will enjoy extra days upon Monthly subscription.

For inactive decoders: simply reactivate Weekly or Monthly subscription to enjoy upgrade to the next bouquet. Selected customers in this category are going to enjoy extra days of subscription. Sharing is caring.

This Easter campaign has come at a time when StarTimes has just premiered the new family telenovela dubbed “The Brothers Season 2” on ST Novela E Plus channel in Classic, Smart and Super Bouquets. Every member of the family will have something to enjoy this Easter, ranging from Ladies content, Children channels and the football live action.

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By Reporter

Celebrated Ugandan fashion designer Allen Asiimwe, commonly known by her Fashion clothing brand Alyn Rosy Couture over the weekend celebrated 10 years of excellence and serving Ugandans with her talent.

Alyn Rosy hosted different top city fashion lovers at an event that was held at Cham Towers in Kampala. The guests enjoyed Alyn’s customized cultural clothes that the models showcased on the runway.

The event was fun-filled with different styles of fashion as MC Esco drove the night as the host, Prima Kardash, Jessica Kayanja, Ras Kasozi, Joram Muzira and so many others.

Speaking to Alyn in an interview, she stated that this has always been her dream and holding such an event is something huge and career path changing.

“I’m doing this fashion showcase to show what I have in store but most importantly to give back to the people who have supported me in the last ten years. I have done so much and styled so many people and now this is my way of celebrating my milestone,. 10 years is a long enough period to establish my fan base, my traction, and a recall value with my customers”- Alyn stated.

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By Reporter

Nile Breweries Re-Introduces 330ml Club Pilsener Bottles

Nile Breweries Limited has re-introduced their miniature sized 330ml Club Pilsener bottles to the Ugandan market to further offer variety of choice in size and capacity for the beer’s consumer.

Dubbed Club Shorty, the cool sized bottle was announced on Friday evening by Nile Breweries’ Brand Manager Club and Premiums Joel Galla at the Shorties Night, an event held at Casablanca Lounge in Kampala.

The event also doubled as the grand reopening of the Casablanca Lounge which has been closed for over two years due to the Covid19 lockdown imposed by the government.

The reintroduction of the Shorty comes months after the launch of new sleek and portable Club Pilsener Cans which have since taken the market by storm.

“We understand the Club Pilsener consumer has unique lifestyle needs which is why we have offered a variety of sizes and capacities to ensure they have a Club for every occasion. They now have a choice between the 500ml bottle for a longer sitting, the 330ml bottle for a shorter period and if they want to carry their Club with them, they have a sleek can which fits perfectly in a pocket or pass,” Mr Galla said.

He further revealed that the Shorties’ Night will continue happening at Casablanca Lounge throughout the year to further celebrate the Club Pilsener consumer while offering them options that fit perfectly into their lifestyle.

The launch event was characterized by fun activities including photo opportunities via a 360 camera, trivia questions by the night’s emcee Crysto Panda where guests won Club branded merchandise and performances from Uganda’s top entertainers.

Afrobeat singer John Blaq, rapper Feffe Busi and songstress Pia Pounds of the ‘Twende Tupaate’ fame thrilled the revelers with performances before DJ Roja opened.

DJ Roja was later joined by DJ Dero, DJ Philo, and DJ Kizo Raz who entertained the partiers as they enjoyed a cold and refreshing Club Pilsener.

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By Reporter

Kansai Plascon, one of Uganda’s leading paint companies officially partnered with the Indian Community to celebrate the Holi Festival that took place at the Arya Samaj Grounds, Kololo at a free entry.

The festival was a huge success as different people turned up as expected since it was the first major Indian community event since the lockdown was lifted.

The Holi Festival originated to celebrate good harvests and fertility. It heralds the onset of spring through a riotous celebration of color. The festival was all about fun, frolic, vibrant and beautiful colours that celebrates the victory of good over evil.

The festival also welcomes all walks of life from age, race or economic differences by greeting the revelers with gulal, colored powder mixed with water which the revelers shower upon each other.

Holi celebrates the legend of Hindu Goddess Radha and Lord Krishna, which describes the extreme delight Krishna took in applying color on Radha and others. It is said that when Krishna was a young boy, he asked his mother the reason for his dark complexion while Radha was so fair. His mother, Yashoda playfully suggested that he should smear color on Radha’s face and change her complexion to any color he wanted. He liked the idea and since then the play of colors on Holi became part of the festivities.

Kansai Plascon Managing Director, Santosh Gumte said, ‘Holi Festival is all about culture, colour, food and celebration. This festival of colors includes interesting rituals, ethnicity, traditional festivals and ceremonies. The mix of colors is energetic and this is a good time to look forward to the good that 2022 has to offer and celebrate together. We are here to relax and not to differentiate, but to rejoice in the spirit of brotherhood.

Plascon’s factory is based in Namanve with the most advanced paint manufacturing site in East Africa and produces 200,000 Litres a day. It  is also the only UNBS certified Paint manufacturer in Uganda.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Ugandan veteran media personality, Simon Peter Ndawula a.k.a Omulangira Ndausi survived spending a night in jail for the second day over fraud.

The Radio Simba presenter who was arrested on Monday over extortion accusations nearly slept in the Police custody also on Tuesday if it was not for his bond.

At the start of the month of March, rumors relating Omulangira Ndausi to fraud acts and him hunted by Police circulated on social media.

On Monday, March 21, 2022, NTV news anchor Andrew Kyamagero reported that Ndausi had been arrested by Police for his criminal financial deception against some youths.

“Omulangira Ndausi arrest and to spend a night at Jinja road police station for extorting money from youths promising them jobs abroad. Wrong is wrong,” Andrew Kyamagero’s tweet read.

According to Police, the “Binsangawano” day-breaker program host obtained money from a group of people with promise of getting them jobs in the Apple shambas abroad which he unfortunately failed.

However, Ndausi is said to be out of jail now on Police bond though still committed to accomplish the case against him.

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

Ugandan Afro Pop and RnB maestro Brian Weiyz, real name Brian Kagenda has announced his new music management, Gud Child Management.

In a statement shared on his social media, the “Bimbo” singer disclosed to have not been part of his longtime management, Andy Events Music Label almost one year now.

He also asked his clients to immediately resent transacting any business with Andy Events Music Label.

Brian Weiyz went ahead and named Gud Child Management as the new line now responsible for governing his music career.

Brian Weiyz was signed to Andy Events Music Label in 2019 replacing music trio B2C (Kampala Boys).

However, he parted-ways with the label just after two years of his signature.

See full statement:

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

Fabled Ugandan dancehall singer Tadeo Mayega alias Zex Inchi Kumi Bilangilangi is set to hold his first ever concert, this website has leaned.

According to a liable source, the Firebase Crew singer is in intense preps to stage an inaugural concert for his fans even when its just two years down since his breakthrough.

However, no conclusive plans yet have raised from him and management about the concert.

Zex Bilangilangi is one of the fine products of the Covid-19 Pandemic that the world would ever be proud of.

With his song “Ratata”, the young talent enormously sprout to the scene in 2020 and since then, his music performance features among the hierarchy of Uganda’s, moreover Africa’s rankings.

We will keep you posted

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By Reporter

Ugandan award winning rapper Flex D’paper doesn’t disappoint when it comes to raising Uganda’s hiphop music flag higher. The rapper who at the end of the year released an album titled Kampala Boy has again released another single.

The single is titled Falling and features another rapper and songwriter but from Sweeden. The song was released on Friday on Youtube but according to Flex, DeeWone is planning on flying into the country very soon to shoot the video of the song.

Falling has already garnered 3.5k views on Youtube and is already being well received for airplay on different Ugandan airwaves. The song was produced by Mio Made and mixed by Sam Lamara at Icon studios.

Stream Falling on https://youtu.be/tIv4NUb3_dM

Flex having been in the Ugadan hiphop industry for a while needs no much intro. He has featured on different projects with different Ugandan acts like Navio, Apass, Fik Fameica among others. He has won various Ugandan awards in the Hiphop industry and of recent, he has been nominated in the Zzina awards in two categories.

On the other side, DeeWone is also a rapper, producer and songwriter, mixing/mastering-engineer based in Stockholm-Sweden.

DeeWone is signed to his own independent record label Sweet Sound Records and has a publishing deal with Could B Records/Entertainment (US). He has also placed one of his instrumental tracks in the popular reality show Americas Next Top Model and has produced numerous tracks for VH1 and Bravo TV (US). He’s also been the opening/co-act for/with major artists such as Fabolous and The Game(US), Looptroop, Petter, Dida (SWE) and Navio (UG) to name a few, as well as having performed a lot at clubs, festivals and various events with the famous Swedish urban DJ 2much.

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By Reporter

Rising singer Shakira Shakiraa has unveiled a new song “Touch Ma Body” with an accompanying music video directed by Aronire.

The audio was produced by Baba Kumapeesa and written by Frank Lion. It is a club banger that will keep revelers entertained.

The song already has over 127K views on YouTube and still counting.Who is Shakira Shakiraa?

Born Shakira Kamulegeya Kyebalaba, Shakira Shakiraa is a Ugandan musician living in Las Vegas, Nevada, where she practices as a professional nurse.

Shakira’s genres include RnB, Urban among others. She realised she was musically talented when she contested for American Idol in 2010 and made it to through to the Real Judges.

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By Our Reporter

Lipa Later, one of the first of its kind buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) company operating in Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda and Nigeria, has appointed a new country manager for Uganda. Edith Kaguima, who has previously worked at Lipa Later as Partner Success Manager, is the new Country Manager Uganda.

Edith Kaguima joined LipaLater in 2017 as an Account manager in the Partner Success department. She then went on to rise up the ranks to be the Partner Success Partner for the last one and a half years before being posted as Country Manager, Uganda. In Uganda, Edith will be in charge of growing the Lipa Later brand and creating unique market linkages to customers and consumers.

Edith has an accredited Bachelor’s Degree from Kenyatta University. In her free time Edith enjoys cooking and is an avid Lifestyle and Travel Content Creator. She creates content that is shared on her youtube channel.

“As Africa’s premier (BNPL) company, we are here to offer our customers and merchants an affordable payment option that allows customers to purchase items and make payments over a duration of up to 12 months. We see the huge potential in the Ugandan market and are excited to be part of the growing economic change in the market,” said Edith Kaguima.

Formed in 2016, Lipa Later leverages data analytics to provide consumers with access to convenient and affordable credit. Its proprietary credit-scoring and machine learning system enables a consumer to sign up and get a credit limit in seconds, without the need for bulky documentation and a lengthy approval process.

Speaking about the appointment, Eric Muli, the Co-Founder and CEO of Lipa Later said, “We are very excited to have Edith take over as country manager in Uganda and it is part of our commitment to grow and double our presence in the existing markets, even as we open in three to five new markets in Africa.”

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By Our Reporter

Treepz Inc, a mobility-as-a-service platform, has announced that it has successfully achieved a milestone of one million bookings completed across Africa.

These bookings according to Treepz officials span their three core services including Daily Treepz, Travel Treepz and Corporate Treepz.

Daily Treepz is the service focused on connecting riders to heroes (drivers) commuting within cities daily.

Travel Treepz is the business service that allows users search, compare and directly book travel bus tickets on the platform. This service was designed to help commuters travel and connect cities with ease.

Corporate Treepz on the other hand is the solution used to manage transporting individuals for businesses daily. This could be employees, school students or fulfilment of any private or official transportation need.

Treepz officially started operating in Uganda in November 2021 after acquisition of Ugabus, a Ugandan bus company that aggregates inter-city bus operators. It is currently operating in Uganda, Nigeria and Ghana.

Speaking on the growth of the company, Treepz Chief Executive Officer, Onyeka Akumah said, “This milestone achievement has largely been driven by our inter-continent expansion, great business decisions and efforts of the team.”

“It would also not have been possible without the dedicated service of our heroes, partners and the loyalty of our esteemed riders. We are very excited about our tremendous growth and progress we have made in the past 3 months, with our weekly rides increasing at a rapid rate,” he added.

In addition to celebrating the one million bookings milestone, they recently won the Global Startup Awards for African Industrial Technology Company of the year.

Onyeka revealed that “going forward, Treepz will be focused on expanding into 5 additional African countries while hitting other notable milestones before the end of the year.”

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GOtv ambassador, Golola Moses (R) and Joan Semanda Kizza, the PR and Communications Manager at MultiChoice Uganda pose for a photo during the press briefing.

By Our Reporter

MultiChoice Uganda, in a bid to give its GOtv customers more value with their subscription, has added more channels for their viewership.

GOtv Lite which has in the past offered customers 22 channels for their viewing pleasure will avail all customers over 25 channels with lifestyle channels that will enable viewers enjoy entertainment worth their while.

Speaking at the announcement, Joan Semanda Kizza the PR and Communications Manager MultiChoice Uganda revealed the new channels that will be added to revamp the GOtv lite bouquet.

“Customers have time and again requested that we add channels to the GOtv Lite bouquet. It is with great pleasure that we are here to announce that we have added channels that we strongly believe our Ugandan GOtv Lite audience will fully enjoy.” Joan Semanda Kizza said, adding that, “Channels like Pearl Magic, Novela Magic, Real Time, Africa Magic Epic and PBS kids will leave customers spoilt for choice with entertainment.”

Customers will enjoy the new channels on GOtv  for the same price.

“The viewing of the new channels for our GOtv Lite customers will take effect today. I would like to however advise our customers that the value of the bouquet will remain the same which is Ugshs. 13,000.” Semanda added.

Present at the announcement was the GOtv ambassador Golola Moses, a kickboxer popularly known for his funny character. Golola has been signed on as the face of GOtv along with Spice Diana.

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Hon. Chris Baryomunsi delivering his remarks at the Huawei ICT Congress 2022

By Our Reporter

Huawei has held the first ICT Congress in Uganda in a bid to help businesses and ICT users such as governments, telecoms, regulators and enterprises innovate business models, improve quality and efficiency, enhance experience, and strengthen resilience in their digital work and productivity, and digital service processes.

Held under the theme “Lighting up the Future”, the Huawei ICT Congress 2022 is a mirror of the Mobile World Congress always held in Barcelona where Huawei has been a top exhibitor showcasing the latest technology.

Huawei exhibited technology in smart homes, smart offices, cloud solutions, safe and smart cities and so much more. This is the first of its kind by Huawei in Africa and looks to do many more the coming years.

In attendance was NITA-U’s Hatwib Mugasa, Huawei Vice president of Carrier Business Group Southern Africa Mad Chen, Huawei Vice President of Enterprise Business group Amy Xia and Huawei Uganda MD Gaofei.

Speaking at the event, Minister of ICT and National Guidance Hon. Chris Baryomunsi noted that ICT is now Uganda’s fastest growing sector and is also a major driver to Uganda’s Middle-income status just as the 2040 Digital vision states. He emphasized that because of this reason, the government is fast-tracking digital to harness new emerging technologies such as those exhibited at Huawei congress.

“We look to harness new emerging technologies such as those exhibited by Huawei at Barcelona and today for more fruit. We need to look to the future of digital and start implementing the necessary digital infrastructure so that we are not left behind. In building robust ultra-high speed, pervasive, intelligent and trusted high speed ICT infrastructure all over the country, the government has diligently worked towards expanding the nation’s digitalization in a number of fields, in order to unleash the multiplier effect of ICT on associated secondary and tertiary industries for tremendous impact on the economy. Thanks to NITA-U, UCC and other players in this regard. These efforts have borne fruit. ICT is now Uganda’s fastest growing sector and contributes significantly to its GDP”, he said.

Members who attended the Huawei ICT Digital Congress 2022.

Hon Chris Baryomunsi further thanked Huawei for organizing the congress that has made technologies that have always been talked about like 5G, A.I and many others real. “One of the reasons why we came up with the 2040 Uganda Digital vision is to effectively use and encourage adoption of mature and emerging technologies. So I am deeply impressed by their advanced technology, especially their achievements in network security and 5G technology.”

Huawei’s Vice President of Carrier Business Group Southern Africa Mr. Mad Chen emphasized Huawei’s commitment to working together with the government of Uganda to achieve its digital vision of 2040.

“We are innovating and inventing for the fast approaching digital world and economy. We have invested heavily in our R&D to light the way forward for you and me. Huawei will continue to play its part in helping its customers achieve digitization by; increasing strategic investment into foundational technologies to reshape the technical paradigm, and continuing with its globalization strategy, in standards, talent, supply chain and much more. In Uganda, we hope to continue working together with the Ministry of ICT, NITA-U and all other regulators in Uganda to help you achieve the 2040 Digital Uganda Vision,” he said.

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By Stuart G-Khast

Comedy Store was once again impressed with another weekly action packed edition of the comedy and music cocktail.

The event last night was highlighted with epic and crowd charming performances from Spice Diana and Fik Fameica. Spice Diana who performed with her live band sang along with the crowd to every song.

Fik Fameica then closed the show with the crowd on their feet rhyming with every jam. One performer received more love more than Fik Fameica.

See how it went down

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