By Reporter

Fast rising singer Danz Eko with real name Daniel Kikomeko is a versatile person of skills in both visual and performing arts signed under Sukuma Entertainment. His song Nkuliko has been trending on all Tvs and Radios. We caught up with him and shared a lot.

Who is Danz Eko?

Daniel Kikomeko. A versatile person of skills in both visual and performing arts signed under Sukuma Entertainment. Am a perfectionist and sometimes they regard me as a person with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).i am an audio producer and soon venturing into videography business too in Seattle Washington.

Briefly tell us your music background? Was your family supportive in the first place?

My music started way back in my childhood participating in music, dance and drama school activities which was a great pillar to groom me as an artist.

When it comes to my family, they have been supportive in my music journey. They have been the number one fans of Danz Eko and have invested heavily in me. Thanks to Munene.

What is the saddest moment you can recall when you had just started?

Started the career during pandemic lockdown and whatever I was doing wasn’t consumed as much as I expected. I lost direct touch with my fans.

Who inspired you to make music?

Am inspired by the legendary artists who I used to sing their songs and felt I could be like them. In my early days it was Jose Chameleon and other great Ugandan artists that had great hits then.

My music is a piece of love, entertainment and Godly. I cross in all genres depending on the vibe and the people I want to serve at the time. Being a Deejay and having great composition skills, I just love creating good music although I borrow from the trends of hip-hop, Afro pop, RnB and Kidandali.

With no doubt your songs are receiving massive airplays, in your thinking, what contributed to this?

Having a great management team is the magic behind. Sukuma Entertainment is my management team which guides me in which song to buy, production and promotion. They have done a very tremendous job to see that Danz Eko as a brand is appreciated not only in Uganda but also in the Diaspora. Thanks too to my online promotion team, Danz Eko fans pages plus DE team which has been good at pushing and connecting my brand with media houses such as TV, Radio stations, print media and Deejays.

Let’s talk about your latest song, what is the message behind this song?

NKULIKO is a cool song that talks about one’s love towards the other. It shows how someone can stick to someone they love to the point of confessing that their love is cemented and that’s why it can’t be separated.

Who writes your songs?

I wrote the first four songs on my album but of late my management has been getting them from great writers like Dokita Brain and Ink Stained.

Which artists have you collaborated with?

I have so far  collaborated with Karole Kasita on a song called Yegwe. Big song. I also have a collaboration with Mary Kim that is coming out soon. 

Apart from your latest song, what other songs have you produced?

Gimme Love, No waste time, Balibayo, Vibe, Mukidongo, Cottage, Yegwe

What is your favorite song among them all?

Vibe.. it separates me as a listener from singer and makes me love the artist and the song.

What is one message you would give to your fans?

I love my fans and request them to love me and my music back. Follow me on my social media platforms (Danz Eko Official)

What would you be doing right now, if it wasn’t for your music career?

Actual music is not my full time job. Am a Graphic designer, Audio Producer, Deejay and business man in Seattle Washington. Music is my side gig

How do you feel the Internet has impacted the music business?

Internet has greatly helped me to reach out to my fans where performances can’t take place. It has helped in increasing online viewership and increasing my online fan base.

What is your favourite song to perform?

 NKuliko

Which famous female musicians do you admire?

I admire so many because they do different music genres

What has been your greatest challenge in the Ug music industry?

Stiff Competition. Artists release good music every week. So as fans are still falling in love with your music then a new banger comes on the way. Artists don’t sleep. 

 What is the most trouble you’ve ever gotten into No trouble yet. I try to stay in my line

If you could change anything about the industry, what would it be?

Enforcing copyright law where the creators benefits from:

 What’s next 

 My fanz should expect good music this year. I have good songs that are going to meet the demands of life at a party. This year is going to be our year.

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By Our Reporter 

Nigerian Afro-beats superstar Ademola Addefolahan who is better known as Fireboy DML has confirmed that he will be in Kampala come April 30th for a mega concert.

The star couldn’t hide his excitement as he took to his socials to announce and confirm that he will be performing at Lugogo Cricket Oval come Saturday, April 30.

“About time Uganda! 30th April” Fire Boy wrote on his Instagram. The concert is organized by Malembe Lifestyle and sponsored by Guinness.

The brand’s involvement comes as no surprise as the Nigerian star is the face of the Guinness’ Pan African Black Shines Brightest campaign. This is a campaign that champions outstanding individuals making waves in culture across the African continent.

With a music catalogue like Fire Boy’s, it is safe to say that Kampala party animals are in for an epic show.

Advance tickets for the show go for shs40,000 for regular and Shs85,000 for VIP on Quicket. The cover charge at the Concert will be Shs70,000 for regular and Shs120,000 VIP tickets.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Ugandan radio personality and comedian Alex Bareija famously known as Emeka The Romantic Mukiga has quit 100.2 Galaxy FM after one year, this website has formerly learned.

Emeka officially announced his end-of-the-road at the ‘Zzina Swag Station’ and his need to elevate to higher levels on Monday, April 4, 2022 through his social media platforms.

“OFFICIAL STATEMENT. Hello awesome people, I just wanted to communicate that I’ll nolonger be doing the Morning Saga Show on Galaxy FM. It’s been an awesome one year at the Zzina Station. Thanks all for listening in and loving me, and for all the fun moments. Time to move on,” Emeka The Romantic Mukiga stated.

Emeka joined the Ggaba-road based radio station in 2021 and he has been part of the fabulous combination of Ray P and Detacha Skankalaman hosting a Daybreaker show duded “Morning Saga Akasambatuko”.

Emeka who also dubs as an events Mcee’s next destination is yet to be disclosed though respected sources intimate that his departure is after he was included on the newly recruited fleet at Next Media Services’ Next Radio.

He boasts with over a 10years radio hosting, emceeing and content creation experience.

The Romantic Mukiga’s radio hosting trek commenced at Pastor Jackson Ssenyonga’s FMJ, to Hot 100 FM and later 100.2 Galaxy FM.

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

Sensational singer Moses Ssali a.k.a Bebe Cool and events promoter Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi have been named on Uganda’s first son Lt. Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s Birthday Organizing Committee.

Last week, Gen. Muhoozi who is also the Commander of the Land Forces in the Uganda Peoples’ Defense Forces (UPDF) anxiously tipped about his 48^th birthday that is a few weeks to happen.

Gen. Muhoozi also revealed that unlike the previous years, this would be such a huge party and celebration as the country exits the lethal Covid-19 pandemic.

He also said that it will be a free attendance to everyone from East Africa, Africa and world as he promised to announce the organizing committee for the event.

“It’s 3 and half weeks to my 48th birthday, as we come out of this terrible pandemic we need a big party! Everyone is invited from East Africa, Africa and the world. I shall soon announce the organizing committee,” Gen. Muhoozi’s tweet read.

Over the weekend, Gen. Muhoozi named Uganda’s Attorney General, Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka who is also formerly his fellow student at King’s College Buddo as the Chairman for his birthday organizing committee.

He tasked Hon. Kiryowa to announce the other members on the committee when he sees fit.

On Monday, April 4, 2022, taking it to his Twitter, Gen. Muhoozi unveiled the entire organizing committee that featured Uganda’s legendary singer Bebe Cool and events promoter Balaam Barugahara.

Here is a full list of Gen. Muhoozi’s 48th Birthday Organizing Committee:

1. Kiryowa Kiwanuka – Chairman
2. Edwin Karugire – Vice Chairman
3. Balaam Barugahare – Member
4. Elison Karuhanga – Member
5. Kwame Ruyondo – Member and Chief MC
6. Arinaitwe Rugyendo-Member
7. Don Wanyama- Member
8. Giles Muhame -Member
9. Marcus Kwikiriza – Member
10. Andrew Mwenda
11. Mr. Tamale Mirundi
12. Bebe Cool
13. Hon. Shartsi Musherure (My sister-in-law)
14. Mr. Sodo Aine Kaguta (Uncle)
15. His Royal Highness, Prince Nakibinge Kassim
16. Helen Mukiibi
17. Hon. Lillian Aber
18. Mr. Michael Katungi
19. Lt Gen. Peter Elwelu
20. Maj Gen. Leopold Eric Kyanda
21. Brig. Chris Damulira
22. Counsel Hussein Kashillingi
23. Mr. Jordan
24. Mr. Ssebunya Shafique
25. Mr. Ruhima Jonah
26. Ambassador Adonia Ayebare
27. Col. McDans Kamugira
28. Col. Charity Bainababo
29. Maj. Gen. Don Nabasa

Gen. Muhoozi promised to add more members on the list.

He said that the committee chairman will call a meeting of all members this week to discuss their plans for the mega event.

However, Bebe Cool and promoter Balaam’s stride to Gen. Muhoozi’s list is not a blow to the public especially them having always expressed their great love for President Museveni and the National Resistance Movement (NRM).

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s biography:

Born on 24 April 1974 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Uganda’s President Gen. YK Museveni and Hon. Janet Museveni, who is the Minister of Education and Sports Muhoozi Kainerugaba is their first-born.

Raised in a Christian family, Muhoozi became born-again in his early years (secondary school). In 1999, Muhoozi married Charlotte Nankunda Kutesa.

Muhoozi Kainerugaba is a Ugandan lieutenant general who serves as the Commander of the Land Forces of the UPDF and who was previously the commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC).

We will keep you posted

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By Reporter

UK -based Ugandan singer, and songwriter, Fresh Isaac has dropped a brand new track dubbed “Do Me”.

Unlike the usual styles Fresh Isaac is most known for, this time around, he bounced back in the love version.

Signed under fly Records, on this particular project Fresh Isaac showcased his versatility in art as he spread sweet reggae melodies sang in both English.

In the song, Fresh Isaac thanks the love of his life for being a special woman in his life. He also applauds her for teaching him a lot of new things in his life.

The song was written by Fresh Isaac himself, Produced by Zone Smizz, whereas the video was directed by VFX VRTU.

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By Reporter

Opened with performance by Gagamel Band at 7.30pm

8.30 to 9.10 poetry

10.10 to 10.15 clear and glow sponsor activation(spin and win game) on stage, customers won whiskey,tshirts and clear and glow skin care products.

9.10 to 10.30 comedy by Madrat and Chiko and some new comedy talents like Maggie the Bwaiserian nailed it.

10:30-11:00pm Amazing performance from Allan Hendricks and mr styles, here Chameleon joined them on stage and performed with them different songs including his ‘forever’ hit. Chameleon emphasized that he was there to support Allan Who is Bebecool’s son and not there for BebeCool.

Bebe cool alongside Gagamel band performed at 11pm. The whole his performance was live.

He performed songs right from the very first songs to the latest ones in great cheers.

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By Our Reporter

Over 1,000 trees have been planted by a section of Uganda Breweries staff at Bethany Land Institute found in Nandere Parish, in Luweero District. This planting exercise is part of the Running Out of Trees (ROOTs) initiative that is being spearheaded by the Ministry of Water and Environment with support from other organisations in the private sector.

The ROOTs Campaign was launched in February 2020 as a 5-year project which aims at bringing private sector companies onboard to support Government’s initiative to restore forest cover. For the past two years, the campaign has managed to attract the support from various corporate companies and cultural institutions which include; KCCA, Tree Adoption Uganda, Stanbic Bank, ATC Uganda, MOGAS, MTN, Buganda Kingdom to mention but a few. These have supported the cause through purchasing tree seedlings as well as taking part in the tree planting activities across Uganda.

The tree planting activity is part of Uganda Brewery’s efforts to meet the global 2030 targets which are in line with the Spirit of Progress of Agenda.

“At Uganda Breweries we believe that tree planting has huge potential of tackling the climate crisis we are experiencing that is why we are committed to reducing carbon emissions and acting on climate change,” said Suleiman Ngondi, Uganda Breweries Sustainability and Communications Manager.

Bethany Land Institute was founded by three Priest friends, Frs. Emmanuel
Katongole, Cornelius Ssempala and Anthony Zachary Rweza as a response to some of the challenges affecting society including food insecurity and environmental degradation. It’s on this land that UBL staff planted trees in Lazarus Forest, a 162-acre natural forest which serves as a base of ecological education and reforestation at the Institute.

The tree planting exercise is in collaboration with Tree Adoption Uganda who will be mapping all the trees planted using the ROOTs App as well as monitoring them till they’re fully grown. “With this planting exercise we believe that we are gradually closing in on 4 million trees that have been planted only this year under the ROOTs campaign. We believe that we would have doubled this number by the close of this year,” said Angella Kasiimire from Tree Adoption Uganda.

Ngondi, who led the UBL staff to the planting exercise also appreciated the staff that withstood the scorching sun to plant the trees and help reafforest the area. “I thank the staff that took part in the exercise as well as the team at Tree Adoption Uganda that coordinated the planting exercise and Bethany Land Institute who welcomed and hosted us for a full day. With simple gestures like these and commitment, we shall realize our goal of planting the 40 million trees by 2025.” Ngondi said.

“Trees are crucial to our livelihood as they contribute to the environment by improving the air quality we inhale, conserving water and soil, as well as
supporting wildlife.” Ngodi added.

The Running out of Trees Campaign also seeks to respond to Uganda’s International obligations per the Bonn challenge where the Government pledged to restore 2.5million hectares of degraded landscapes by 2030 through forest protection, afforestation and sustainable biomass production measures under Uganda’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC).

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Hon. Misa Kabanda, the Kampala MP speaking at the dinner held at Hotel Africana in Kampala.

By Our Reporter

As has become custom over the years, MTN Uganda together with Salam TV have kicked this year’s effort to support vulnerable communities with alms to enable them fast through the Ramadan season. Under the theme, “A giving heart”, MTN and its partner Salam TV will go around the country to handover alms – a vital pillar of the Muslim faith observed every year during the holy month of Ramadan. MTN together with Salam charity, will distribute alms specifically targeting the less privileged and refugee communities across the country.

The country-wide delivery of alms will be crowned with iftar dinners in the various regions of Uganda in the towns of Mbale, Mbarara and Gulu as MTN further seeks to cement its relationship with Muslim communities across the country.

The month-long donation activities kicked off with an all-embracing dinner, also known as iftar, at Hotel Africana. Present at the dinner, whose objective was to demonstrate unity and commitment to the ideals of the holy month, were Muslim leaders and notable members of the Islamic community including business partners, ambassadors, customers, and the media.

Since 2017, MTN Uganda through Salam TV (Charity) has reached out and supported less privileged Muslim communities with alms, including food and other household items to carry them through the holy month of Ramadan.

Speaking at the dinner held at Hotel Africana in Kampala, The Iftar dinner chief guest, Hon. Misa Kabanda, the Kampala Member of Parliament thanked MTN for its kind gesture and urged other companies to emulate MTN and Salam Charirty.

The MTN Uganda Chief Executive Officer, Wim Vanhelleputte said that: “We are very pleased to spend this time with you as you begin this holy month of Ramadan, which is a very special time of spiritual reflection and renewal. On behalf of MTN Uganda, we wish you the very best as you undertake this spiritual journey.”

As was the case last year, MTN has brought back the special Ramadan bundles offer to ease communication during the fasting period. Every time an MTN customer buys airtime or buys a bundle worth 500/=, they will get 30 MTN minutes and 100MBs to be used between midnight and 5am that night. This offer is open to all MTN customers.

Salam TV Chairman, Hajji Kin Ibrahim Kariisa, expressed his desire to keep working with MTN Uganda based on its cordial relationship that has fostered a strong bond with the Muslim community.

“On behalf of the Muslim community, I thank MTN Uganda for partnering with us again and standing one with the Muslim community during this holy month of Ramadan. We are also happy to note that MTN is partnering with us to send off our brothers and sisters who will be embarking on a pilgrim to Mecca a month after Ramadan. MTN is indeed a steadfast partner
that we are blessed to be associated with,” Kariisa said.

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting to commemorate the first revelation of the Quran to Muhammad according to Islamic belief. Muslims are expected to put more effort into following the teachings of Islam with the fast beginning at dawn and ending at sunset.

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Thurraya Nakayima, itel Uganda’s Executive trainer gives her remarks during the itel P17 series launch.

By Our Reporter

itel has launched the itel P17 phone series in partnership with MTN Uganda.

The itel P17 and P17 Pro are the latest addition to the itel range of smartphones. Both phones have an impressive 5.5” screen and a long-lasting battery, whose single charge can last up to 3 days. The itel P17 which comes with 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM retails at Ugx.235,000/= while the P17 Pro which features 2GB RAM and 32GB ROM will roll out into the market soon.

Based on the ongoing partnership between MTN Uganda and itel, MTN will provide a free 3GB monthly data bundle for the P17 devices which will latch onto the MTN network, for three months. In addition to the 3GB, all devices will enjoy 100% data bonus on every data bundle purchased for the first 3 months on the MTN network. The same offer applies to the rest of the itel devices currently on the market.

While speaking at the itel P17 launch press conference held at the MTN headquarters in Kampala, Ms. Thurraya Nakayima, itel Uganda’s Executive Trainer said that the partnership has enhanced the value of itel’s smartphones by making access to the internet more affordable and exciting.

“The itel P17 and P17 Pro are designed with close attention to our consumers’ needs. These phones, equipped with very durable battery lives, impressive features and attractive data offers from our partner will surely be appreciated by any consumer out there who needs a great smartphone at a friendly price.” Said Ms. Thurraya.

Somdev Sen, MTN Uganda’s Chief Marketing Officer noted that this partnership further demonstrates MTN’s commitment to championing digital inclusion.

“Our partnership with itel is showing great results. We recently launched the itel A58 which is doing well on the market and today, we are unveiling two more series of the itel P17. With such a diversity of itel smartphones on the market, we believe there is something for everyone. And what is even better is that all these itel devices come with attractive MTN data offers that enable customers to do more with their itel smartphones,” Somdev said.

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By Reporter

South African artist, song writer, Dj and music producer, Sun-El Musician is flying in for a #BrunchInHouse that will take place this Sunday, 10th April at Skyz Hotel from 11am bringing the house down.

The Brunch in House will star different talents like South African’s Sun-El Musician, Dj Kas Baby and many more. 

The Club Pilsner sponsored brunch tickets will go for UGx 50k discount via; qkt.io/au9FVi and after, tickets will go for 100k.

Sanele Sithole, known professionally as Sun-El Musician, is a South African disc jockey, music producer, and songwriter. Born and raised in Mooi River.

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By Reporter

Federation of Motocross Uganda (FMU), Speedway motorsport together with Luba Events and First Bridals Uganda Limited organized a launch event for the upcoming Central African Motocross challenge happening this Easter weekend at Victoria Race Way – Garuga.

This Easter Cheeza launch took place at the Yuvraj TVs offices in Banda along Jinja road. The event was also a handover of the brand new “boda boda” TV HLX 125 motorcycle. The event launch was attended by all the big wigs in motorsport including; Arthur Blick jr, Duncan Mubiru “Kikankane”, Ponsiano Lwakataka among many more.

During Tuesday’s event, race car guru Duncan Mubiru “Kikankane” unveiled his brand new monster ride which he will drive during the Easter Cheeza event on Easter Sunday at Garuga.

Also during the event, Boda Boda riders from all over Kampala showcased their skills: leading a procession from Shell Kireka to Yuvraj TVs offices in Banda. They expressed their enthusiasm for the Easter event and many registered in boda boda race where the winner is taking a brand new TV STAR HLX 125cc motorcycle.

The event on Easter Sunday dubbed “Easter Cheeza” has brought together riders from all across east and Central Africa. All countries are bringing their best teams.

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By Staff Writer

Mountain gorilla photography in Uganda is a special experience of its own and it sums the overall gorilla trekking adventure. Photographing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is the most exciting moment that every trekker awaits while on Uganda gorilla tour. That is the moment for you to create your own memories. 

Finding mountain gorillas in the wild has been made easier than ever before. Tourists track only already habituated gorilla groups and the overall trek takes 2-6 hours. Once you have finally found a family of massive mountain gorillas, you settle for 1 hour enjoying face to face encounter and taking photos. 

When taking photographs of mountain gorillas, visitors are encouraged to do so while maintaining a good distance of 8-10m. During photography, how you position yourself matters a lot for incredible pictures. 

Where to go for mountain gorilla photography in Uganda

Uganda is a home to 2 mountain gorilla parks hence providing visitors with options to choose their best for gorilla photography. They include Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park- where half of the world’s 1063 mountain gorillas all live. 

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are strategically positioned in the far South-western Uganda. Access to these premier mountain gorilla parks is possible by road or air and by road, you will spend 8-10 hours. 

By air, the tour operator or company you book your gorilla safari for photography with can arrange fly in safari to Bwindi or Mgahinga and flights set off from Entebbe Airport or Kajjansi airfield to the 2 airstrips in the Southwest- Kihihi or Kisoro airstrips. 

Photographing mountain gorillas in Uganda

To enjoy photographing mountain gorillas, your crew or group must locate them first. It takes you 2-6 hours to trek through the jungles of Bwindi or Mgahinga while searching for these apes. You will be allocated to any of the 21 habituated gorilla families in Uganda to track while on gorilla photography safari. 

It should be noted that every mountain gorilla group has its own composition and special story to share with the world. Photographing mountain gorilla can be simple at the same time challenging depending on the location of the gorilla family. 

If you are allocated to a gorilla group that is hard to find, then expect to spend more hours in the jungles searching for it. For this case, your level of physical fitness does play a significant part. Besides, your trek involves winding through the tropical rain-forest, slippery steep slopes etc depending on the season. 

Once you have come across a gorilla family, first ensure that your cameras don’t have flashlight or turn it off before starting your photo taking exercise. Using flashlight cameras during photography can make mountain gorillas get irritated or charge against you and this is not part of the experience any nature lover on photography safari would wish to be in. 

Tips for mountain gorilla photography in Uganda 

Vegetation- when you embark on your mountain gorilla photography Uganda safari, expect to encounter dense forests, steep slopes etc. You may get distracted by objects such as tree branches, leaves, vines and more. Besides, some gorilla families prefer living in high elevation which means, you have to be physically fit to conquer the kind of terrain in order to get there.

Keep a distance of 8-10m- the standard measure to protect mountain gorillas from infected diseases. This should be observed not only during mountain gorilla photography but at all times while on search for these rare apes. 

Gear & protective equipment- considering the nature of gorilla habitat, you must be fully prepared for anything. Firstly, don’t forget to come with rain jacket or rain coat/poncho in case of rain, good camera with rain-roof bag, extra batteries for the camera, waterproof hiking boots. 

Position yourself well- mountain gorillas can change position and you will want to capture every bit of them, the face expression etc. Feel free to take as many shots as you to allow you choose your best for remembrance. 

Telephoto zoom lens- finding mountain gorillas isn’t predictable. At times they move searching for what to feed on. This is why you need a good camera with telephoto lens for you to capture them even when they are found a bit far from you. Preferably, you may need 400mm lenses to help you capture the best shots regardless of your position from these apes.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Sensational Ugandan musician Moses Ssali alias Bebe Cool has demeaned fellow singers Cindy Sanyu and King Saha’s capacities to serve in the President office of the Uganda Musicians’ Associations (UMA).

Cindy and King Saha who have officially registered as candidates for the UMA Presidential elections, were bashed by Bebe Cool during his interview with a group of journalists earlier this week.

Bebe Cool believes both Cindy Sanyu and King Saha do not deserve to be voted as the heads of the musicians’ associations.

Speaking about King Saha, Bebe Cool says the “Very Well” singer has often expressed on TV his pride in taking weed, hence not an appropriate leader for him (Bebe Cool).

“As for me, I can never vote Saha to be the President of UMA. Saha is ever on TV clearly confessing to be a weed consumer. If its only those available to vote, then my option would be Cindy,” Bebe Cool said.

The Gagamel International CEO also took swipe at Cindy whom he says she failed to perform to fellow musicians’ expectations during her recent moments in office.

“Cindy has been there and things have gone wrong…As for King Saha, his image is not befitting of a leader of the industry,” he added.

Cindy assumed the UMA Presidential office in February 2021 after Ykee Benda’s ‘willing’ departure.

Since then, the “Boom Party” singer has been at the whelm of musicians’ body with a mammoth of challenges hitting through her way.

We will keep you posted

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By BigEyeUg Team

Its still a devastating moment for Kampala and Masaka businessman, Emmanuel Kaweesa Lwasa after the Uganda Police Force unearthed and searched his house in Bulenga.

Earlier this week, news made arounds in all corners of the media alleging Lwasa to have been arrested by the Police on cases of forgery.

On Wednesday, April 6, 2022, Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire, confirmed the reports.

According Luke Oweyesigire, Police arrested Mr. Lwasa on Monday, April 4, 2022 evening on accusations of forging gold mining documents.

Owesigire also noted that Mr. Lwasa was fetched from his office at Najja Shopping Centre, Najjanankumbi after he was alleged to have faked approval documents for transacting over 500Kg of gold.

He said that Lwasa forged signatures of the acting Director Geological survey and mines (Ag. D/GSM) Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Mrs. Alaba Agnes and Ms. Grace Lajwe Principal Chemist Directorate of Geological survey and mines (DGSM).

This was unearthed from his fraudulent transactions generated from his two companies; Trans Equator Miners Ltd and Trade Pannel International Limited.

“Mr. Lwasa was arrested on April, 4, 2022 at 1600hrs from his office at Najja Shopping Centre, Najjanankumbi for allegedly forging the signature of the acting  Director Geological survey and mines (Ag. D/GSM) Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Mrs Alaba Agnes and that of Ms Grace Lajwe Principal Chemist Directorate of Geological survey and mines (DGSM) in his fraudulent transactions using his two companies; Trans Equator Miners Ltd and Trade Pannel International Limited,” Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire said.

Latest on our desk is that the Uganda Police Force on Wednesday evening loaded Lwasa on their vehicles and headed to his residence in Bulenga which they searched.

Its believed that the Police move was to establish more evidence pinning the tycoon to the cases he is being accused of.

Oweyesigire also revealed that this sparked verge after the Police Minerals Protection Unit (PMPU) intensive investigations over forgery of the signature of Mrs. Alaba Agnes.

Apart from Lwasa, the exercise has also seen several other suspects from different companies also highlighted inline of arrest.

It should be recalled in January 2022, Lwasa was nubbed over fraud and obtaining money by false pretense from a Chinese national.

This was after he scooped over Ugx. 200 million after selling fake gold worth to the Chinese.

Lwasa has on various occasions personally confessed ownership of two gold mining companies; Trans Equator Miners Limited and Trade Pannel International Limited.

Over the years, Lwasa has been entailed with controversial love and relationship stories in the media.

We will keep you posted

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By Our Reporter

DStv has launched a brand-new pop-up channel dubbed Kwibuka 28.

KWIBUKA 28 is a special commemoration Pop-Up Channel that highlights the impact of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, and the subsequent process of reconciliation and healing. During this 28th Commemoration, the channel will broadcast a series of exclusive LIVE events and talks-shows, with a daily Kids block, inspiring testimonials, as well as curated youth programming and special reports.

The channel aims to spotlight Rwanda’s resolute spirit to Remember-Unite-Renew.

“DStv is always looking for ways to better customer viewing experience, giving them great value, choice and some of the best local and international shows. It is with this in mind that the platform offers great new channels, Pop-Ups and Studio stunts sure to keep viewers glued to their TV screen.” Said Joan Semanda Kizza, the PR and Communications Manager at MultiChoice Uganda.

The KWIBUKA 28 channel went live on Thursday, 7 April will be available until Wednesday, 13 April 2022.

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Looking at expanding their music dream, fresh talent, music duo Fogo and Xeipa have dropped their very first music album called ‘Labiisa.’

Labiisa is a Luganda word which means ‘Expose’ and on this 12 track album, different music genres are brought to life as the new talent try to expose their hidden treasures.

The music album has already been released and streaming on different social media platforms as the Mbuya based music duo eyes at becoming one of the top singing duets in the country.

Xeipa and Fogo are still fresh in the music industry and are currently managed by Crxtal Mind Ltd, a music recording studio and label based in Mbuya.

Labisa album has different songs including;

1. Alarm

2. Buli Kikya kya Kkapa

3. Bum Bum

4. Dude

5. Kamata

6. Kwetonda

7. Kyuma Kya Mudaaki

8. Munowo

9. Party

10. Tam Tam

11. Wire Ku Mutima

12. Wuna WunaListen

13. Ndwawo Awo

Listen and download to it here: https://ffm.to/alarm_labiisa

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By Reporter

Have you ever awoken from an amazing night out and found yourself going through your social media posts to remember what went down?

Get your dancing shoes ready, the wild vibes are calling! This Easter Weekend, on Saturday the 16th of April, come taste your wild side in the Full Moon Rave at Nature’s Green Resort in Busabala.

Create memories in all night Nyege Nyege festival styled party under the full moon with a massive line up of local and international DJs & Artists, 2 stages, face painting, fire dancers, sunset boat cruises, beach volleyball, games, activities, pop up shops and all the vibes you need for the longest weekend of the year.

Get your Early bird ticket at only 30K on the Talent Africa app or by dialling *165*4*00*9*1# or pay 40k at the gate while the Big Boys can enjoy a VIP experience at 400k for a group of 4 including food and drinks. The Easter Full moon experience is powered by The Nyege Nyege Festival, Radio City 97fm, NBS TV, TravelNeza, Uganda Waragi, Natures Green Beach Resort, Talent Africa Group and Tusker Lite.

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Following 5 years of successfully organising the MTN UG Hip-Hop awards, MTN has launched the sixth edition of the MTN UG Hip-Hop awards which promise to be superior to those before.

The 2022 Hip-Hop awards which will be held on Saturday, 28th May 2022 with the aim of recognizing accomplished hip-hop artists, will also uplift virgin talent through the MTN Pulse Cypher challenge.

According to Hellen Kirungi, the MTN Uganda youth segment manager, the MTN Pulse Cypher, which allows new and undiscovered talent to showcase their abilities in an online Hip-Hop rap battle has this year been elevated to another level. This year the winner of the MTN Pulse Cypher will take home
UGX2million, while the second and third walk away with UGX1.5million and UGX1million respectively.

To take part in the MTN Pulse Cypher and stand a chance to win the prize money, Pulsers are required to download the MTN Pulse Cypher beat from the MTN Pulse microsite, record a one-minute video of themselves rapping to the beat and then upload the video on Instagram or Twitter and tag MTN with the hashtag #MTNPulseCypher.

It is based on these submissions that judges will select the top 10 contenders who will face-off in the MTN Pulse studio to later inform the choice of the top 5 finalists whose videos will be shared online for voting by the public.

Organized by UG Hip-Hop Awards with support from MTN and co-sponsors including Mountain Dew and Magic TV, the MTN UG Hip-Hop awards seek to celebrate and amplify the growth of the hip-hop music industry which is predominantly comprised of the youth in Uganda.

In the same spirit of supporting Uganda’s Hip-Hop industry, MTN in 2020 sponsored the first televised rap battles that saw several rappers pitched against each other culminating into the discovery of new talent in the country.

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RUBiS Energy Uganda has unveiled seven new Rubis branded service stations across Uganda in a bid to bring its products and services closer to more Ugandans.

The new and revamped stations which include; RUBiS Kawempe, Makerere, Bwebajja, Kasubi, Jinja Highway, Jinja Town, Buwenge and Seeta were announced by Olivier Gatera the Country Manager, RUBiS Energy Uganda, at Rubis Makerere during the new Rubis stations commissioning ceremony.

According to Olivier Gatera, the rebrand of the stations formerly Kobil and Delta is a reflection of the heavy investment RUBiS has made to provide for a convenient fuelling and shopping experience that is environmentally safe.

“The launch of these new sites symbolizes our commitment to continue providing high quality and innovative products to Ugandans countrywide. When we launched last year, we promised to ensure that countrywide our highly advanced quality products and services shall reach to each corner of this Country, and the journey has started,” Gatera noted.

He added that, “the fueling systems and structures have been upgraded above and below the ground to ensure consistently high-quality fuel. The upgraded stations are fully compliant with environmental, safety and statutory requirements. A total of 24 are now fully branded RUBiS from the existent network of 53 stations.”

“We have also introduced our advanced fuel technology, RUBiS Ultra Tec. RUBiS Ultra Tec is designed to thoroughly clean the car engine, enhance car performance and efficiency while saving customers money at no extra cost. It is available in Petrol and Diesel countrywide,” he concluded.

Rebecca Nassiwa, the Marketing and Communications Manager, also highlighted that RUBiS has unveiled a one-month MAFUTA Hour campaign where fuel is discounted every Friday and Saturday at selected RUBiS stations. This comes as a welcome offer to the newly branded stations. In addition to that, lucky motorists who fuel from any of the launched sites stand a chance to win themselves full tanks for their cars.

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The recently refurbished maternity ward at Karugutu health centre IV in Ntoroko district.

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On Thursday, MTN joined the rest of the world to celebrate World Health Day, as a reaffirmation of its commitment to support the health and well-being of communities in Uganda. World Health Day is a global health awareness day celebrated every year on 7 April, which also doubles as the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organisation.

Over the last 5 years, MTN has invested UGX5.4billion in interventions aimed at improving the health sector in Uganda. The interventions largely focused on improving maternal health care, healthcare services for Persons with Disabilities, refugees, tackling mental health illness and easing accessibility to quality health care services in rural areas.

Some of these initiatives have included the renovation and furnishing of maternity wards in 8 health facilities such as Aroi HC III Arua, Cwero HC III Gulu, Amach HC IV Lira, Naboa HC III Budaka, Kigorobya HC III, Kijura HC III and Kamukira HC IV Kabale.

A nurse at bidibidi health centre iii checks for a vaccine in the solar vaccine fridge donated to the health centre by MTN.

In the past three years, MTN equipped and refurbished 24 health facilities including health centre III and IVs across the country.

In an effort to support the large refugee settlements in Uganda, MTN in 2017 fulfilled UGX 1 billion pledge to the Office of the Prime Minister which saw the upgrade of 10 refugee serving hospitals in Uganda.

More recently, MTN supported Butabika Hospital through the construction of sanitary facilities in an effort to support delivery of health services at the mental health institution.

It is worth noting that MTN believes strongly in the power of collaboration to create meaningful impact; which is why over the years, the telecom has worked with the Ministry of Health, Red Cross, UNHCR, USAID and UNFPA to realise the success of its interventions.

Bryan Mbasa, the senior manager MTN Foundation said health of the people in the communities is something close to the heart of MTN’s business.

“Health is one of the key pillars of Corporate Social Investment for the MTN Foundation because at MTN, we believe that we are only as good as the communities we serve,” he noted.

2022 Planned projects

Mbasa also reaffirmed MTN’s commitment to investing in Uganda’s health sector with the aim of achieving SDG 3 which focuses on health and well-being noting that the MTN Foundation intends to commission even more impactful projects this year.

Key among the interventions MTN is undertaking this year, is the upgrade of Ibakwe health Centre II in Parolinya refugee settlement located in Moyo district and Bwizi health centre III in Western Uganda to mention but a few.

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