By Reporter

The Worship House head pastor and gospel musician, Pastor Wilson Bugembe has finally released the long waited for music video of his new song called ‘Katonda Wabanaku’. We have both the audio and video for you.

Katonda Wabanaku, translates as ‘God of the Poor’ when changed to English and in this new song Bugembe goes lively with both the beats and the joy in his voice.

The song was written by Bugembe himself, audio produced by Paddy Man and Music Video shot and directed by Zyga Phix.

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By Staff Writer

Maternal diet influences the health of both the child and mother. Pregnancy is one of the most crucial and sensitive periods in a woman’s life and also very exciting because it is the time the entire family awaits the birth of a new born baby, therefore taking extra caution to have a balanced diet is crucial. 

Dr. Sabrina Kitaka – a Paediatrician, and Senior lecturer in the Department of Paediatrics and Child health at Makerere University ‘s School of Medicine says, ‘During pregnancy, a mother is not only responsible for herself but also the new life that is growing inside her. Optimal nutrition is of utmost priority and drinking milk during pregnancy ensures that the mother meets many of her nutritional requirements. A pregnant woman needs an abundance of nutrients during pregnancy, which milk provides.’

Dr. Kitaka adds that today, getting milk isn’t a challenge because it is always available since there are options of having it pre-packaged for consumption.

Marketing Manager Fresh Dairy – Vincent Omoth highlights that Fresh Dairy Long life UHT milk offers convenience to consumers because it lasts up to 90 days with or without it being refrigerated, tastes as good as fresh milk and is now available in both 500ml and 200ml packs costing 1,600UGX and 800UGX respectively.

Dr. Sabrina Kitaka noted the following as critical nutrients that pregnant mothers can get from drinking a glass of milk (200ml) daily: Calcium, Protein, iodine, Potassium, Phosphorous and Vitamins B2 and B12. 

Milk is an excellent source of Calcium: A pregnant woman needs at least 1000 mg of calcium every day which can be attained by daily consumption of milk. Calcium helps strengthen the baby’s rapidly-developing bones and teeth, boosts muscle, heart and nerve development as well. 

Milk is rich in Protein: During pregnancy, protein is very important because it aids in the build-up of the uterus. This vital nutrient ensures a steady blood supply, especially to vital parts of the female anatomy such as the breasts and the baby’s tissues. 

Rich in Vitamin D: Vitamin D is vital to ensure a normal birth weight and prevention of neonatal rickets. You can get most of your nutrients and other vitamins from various food sources. But when it comes to Vitamin D, milk is one of the very few sources rich in this vitamin. As a result, milk becomes an important component of your pregnancy diet, says Dr. Sabrina. 

Helps to Combat Heartburn

Milk is a natural antacid and can combat heartburn which is a common occurrence during pregnancy, thanks to all the hormones that are playing havoc within the mother’s body. Since it is not advisable to take over-the-counter medications when you are pregnant, milk becomes an excellent solution to heartburn. ‘In fact, drinking a glass of warm milk right before bedtime improves the quality of sleep for pregnant mothers because insomnia is common during pregnancy. However, never drink milk immediately after a meal,’ cautions Dr. Sabrina. 

Healthy Way to Stay Hydrated

Dr Sabrina Kitaka says that keeping yourself hydrated while pregnant is extremely important because the baby is also drawing fluids from your body. Milk will help you keep the hydration level of the body up.

Higher Level of Insulin

Milk contains a higher level of insulin. Studies have proven that children born to women who regularly consumed milk during their pregnancy had a lesser risk of contracting diseases or developing Type 2 diabetes in their late teens, according to Dr. Sabrina.

Enhances the Fetal Brain Development

Milk has a significant quantity of iodine. IQ development in children is key and Iodine is a key component. Also, being rich in proteins, amino acids, and fatty acids, milk helps with the development of the baby’s nervous system.’

Dr. Kitaka concluded by saying that milk can be extremely beneficial during pregnancy if taken correctly and cautions that pregnant mothers should avoid dairy products made from unpasteurized milk, endeavor to drink warm milk, never gulp milk fast, but enjoy it in small sips. Once in a while, you can give it a twist by diluting milk with water (two portions of milk to one portion of water); preparing fruit shakes and smoothies by adding fruits; or pouring it over your breakfast cereal.

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By Our Reporter

This Easter weekend, all roads lead to Nature’s Green Beach Resort, Busabala, where partygoers and thrill seekers will be treated to a night of great music and marvels at the upcoming mini-outdoor festival dubbed the “Full Moon Experience.”

The beach fete that is slated to take place on April 16 is expected to have two stages of nonstop tropical disco music, afrobeats, electronic music, performances, fire dancers, and a night of endless partying on the wild side.

There will be a massive line up featuring local and international DJs and acts like Raindrops, Afrorack, Soul Tribe, Melodic Inversions, Hola Jefe, Siyan and so much more.

Organized by event powerhouse, Talent Africa in partnership with Tusker Lite, it will also give partygoers a glimpse of what to expect at the much-anticipated Nyege Nyege Fest which is slated for later this year in September.

“We could not be more excited! Not only have we collaborated with the best of the best in the events business, but Tusker Lite will be there to bring you a fun rollercoaster party experience like never before,” says Elizabeth Mutamuliza, Tusker Lite Brand Manager.

Tickets to the Full Moon Experience are being sold on the Talent Africa group app and are already in circulation with the early bird tickets going for Shs30,000 before April 14th . Gate tickets will be at Shs40,000 and a VIP Experience going for Shs400,000, which includes a foods and drinks package.

The Full Moon experience is an all-night beach party with origins in Thailand that date back to 1985. The party usually takes place on the night of, before, or after every full moon.

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By Reporter

With everyday rising talent in Uganda, Zavio Pro is another with promising talent and has already exhibited some of his talent in his latest video release Oyitangayo.

Zavio Pro real names Kagende Alex James started singing in 2020 with the first song Nkulinze before dropping Oyitangayo. Zavio pro resides in Kansanga.

Watch Oyitangayo here

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By Reporter

Ugandan Afro-House music lovers have yet another chance to celebrate the fast rising music genre and mingle together this weekend at the Club Brunch In- House concert.  Organised by Mwami Media and powered by Club Pilsener, the Brunch In-House concert is slated to take place on Sunday April 10th at Skyz Hotel in Naguru.

The event which is happening for the first time since lifting the Covid19 lockdown will feature a big lineup of Ugandan deejays including DJ Kas Baby, Melvin DJ, Kamali, CheekO Dread, DJ Chapat and Since 8Y8. It will also feature Next Radio’s Mwami Kiyimba and Daddy Simz who will be the day’s hosts. South African Deejay, music producer and songwriter Sanele Sithole popularly known as Sun-El Musician will headline the event that is anticipated to attract house heads and other party-loving Ugandans.

Sun-El’s music is popular in the Afro-House music circles for his bangers including Uhuru where he features Azana, Higher featuring Simmy, Akanamali featuring Samthing Soweto and Sonini which was named the 2019 record of the year in the South African Music Awards.  The lineup of deejays and the headline artiste will surely give a fun filled afro-house experience that will be complimented by refreshing Club Pilsener to make it a memorable evening.

Club Pilsener is not new in the House Music circles which is why it was not surprising that they put their financial muscle behind Club Brunch-in-House. Previously, Club Pilsener had the ClubBeatzAtHome online concerts that show cased the top Ugandan artists during lockdown; it is a main sponsor of Sip-N- Dip, Club Dome & Purple Party concerts that are aimed at celebrating and championing the love for and appreciation of music in Uganda.  

“Club Pilsener is the ultimate celebration drink. It is brewed longer, brewed slower for easier drinking and we can promise that revelers at the Club Brunch-in-House will have a good time,” Joel Galla, Nile Breweries’ Brand Manager Club and Premiums said.  “The Club Brunch-in-House event in its setting is about giving Kampala people a quality and exclusive party experience. We look forward to having party lovers enjoy good music as they sip on a cold Club Pilsener that is now available in a variety of sizes that suit each and everyone’s needs,” he added. Revelers will pay UGX 100,000 to access the event which starts at 11:00am

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By Reporter

Uganda’s Hospitality Industry has for a long time, faced an issue of standardization. It has, since time immemorial, been hard to understand how to determine, define and award stars, and the standards there in. Not anymore. Hotel Owners, Lodge owners, among other top tier accommodation facility owners now have cause to celebrate. The Moriah Hospitality Awards are finally happening in Uganda. The awards, renowned worldwide for working with top notch Hotels and Lodges to enhance service standards, are finally happening in Uganda.

Speaking during a phone call, the CEO of Moriah Hospitality Awards Africa; Ebenezer Bunya, said that he trusts that the team in Uganda will be able to execute the mandate of the award ceremony in Uganda.  He added that the international team has camped in Uganda since January, led by Ugandan CEO, Evelyn Banga, and are already in the process of tying down partnerships to aid the seamless organization of the Moriah Hospitality Awards 2022.

“It is important to celebrate those who labor to provide top notch service in the Hospitality Industry. But in the same vein, we seek to emphasize the need for those who miss out on the nominations and awarding, to learn from the attributes and service standards the award winners showcase,” explained Bunya.

During a phone interview that she had with this website, Ugandan CEO of Moriah Hospitality Awards, Evelyn Banga, explained that hospitality business is the back bone of the tourism industry.

“If we are to attract bigger revenues as a country through tourism, there is need for hotel and lodge owners to step up to the international standards. But to do that, they need to learn what the standards are. They need to know what the International Market needs and therefore expects. They need to know the service, branding and etiquette standards, among other aspects. That is what we are here to do. To educate those who are oblivious, and celebrate those who are on a good learning curve. To hold the Hospitality Industry in general in one hand, and usher it towards a Uganda of consistent and standardized hospitality service,” explained Banga.

She then urged all the industry stake holders to invest in creating experiences, hiring professionals, and training all their staff to meet the international standards set. She lauded Lemala Wild Waters Lodge for having scooped 2nd place as the Most Instagramable Hotel in the world, and emphasized the need for other hotels to emulate them.

“Moriah Hospitality seeks to reward those who have labored to grow. Those who appreciate hospitality as an ever changing concept of human needs, and therefore react promptly to meet the requirements that come with the trends. Those who appreciate the immense value of great service, great food and great architecture and therefore embrace the notion of learning, training to be better. Those who seek to satisfy their customers through and through again, so that the industry as a whole can grow. All the hotels that don’t do this, ought to learn from those that do it right,” explained Banga.

HOW NOMINATION IS DONE

According to Evelyn Banga, The Moriah Hospitality Awards team of experts in hospitality invests time in visiting all the luxury hotels between 2-5 stars in Uganda (Those who want to book an assessment can send an email to info@moriahhospitality.com ) After which, the experts vet the hotels or lodges (among other accommodation types) according to a number of service facets like waiting staff etiquette, hygiene, branding, food, facilities, modern plumbing, experiential interior and exterior architectural design, to mention but a few. Those that pass the tests are then awarded marks ,which are then compared with the other accommodation facilities in their categories. After which the best 6 in the different categories are nominated in the Moriah Hospitality Awards.

The Moriah Hospitality Awards, through the team of experts at Moriah Hospitality, however also offer comprehensive trainings curated according to the needs established after the vetting session. Hotels that are not contacted for the vetting process of the Moriah Hospitality Awards can also reach out to Moriah Hospitality, and can therefore only receive the service audit and consequent trainings on request.

Hospitality brands  like Serena Hotel, Lemala Wild Waters Lodge,  Sheraton Hotel, Skyz Naguru, Chobe Safari Lodge, Latitude 0 Degrees Hotel Makindye,  Nile Safari Lodge, Apoka Lodge, Baboon Safari Lodge, Gorilla Heights, Kyaninga Lodge, among many others, are expected to vie for the awards come December 2022.

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Giles Germany Aijukwe, the CEO Letshego Uganda

By Our Reporter

Letshego Africa, in partnership with Brandmed, is enabling access to wellness and affordable health solutions via its LetsGo Digital Mall, a multichannel digital platform.

The Letshego-Brandmed partnership enables Letshego offer digitised wellness & health facts and advice to its footprint communities across Africa. Digital wellness services will soon include virtual medical consultations for individuals wherever they may be located, all within a few clicks.

Letshego’s Group Chief of Products, Chipiliro Katundu, commented, “Our wellness offering in the LetsGo Digital Mall, in partnership with BrandMed, is the first in Letshego’s LetsGo Lifestyle series of solutions and offerings that aligns with our brand purpose – to improve lives. The LetsGo Digital Wellbeing programme provides instant digital access and affordable health solutions in various dimensions, supporting customers with better health, fitness, nutrition and wellbeing awareness. In line with our intent of being customer-led and moving ‘beyond financial services’ the digital wellbeing offering is our response to the holistic lifestyle needs of Letshego customers.”

BrandMed’s vision is to create a virtual, people-centric, outcome-inspired health and wellbeing ecosystem, validated by medical science and extended in access through value-sharing partnerships. Thanks to BrandMed’s intensive research and innovation, LetsGo Wellness will integrate and provide a combination of solutions for all visitors to the LetsGo Mall. These digital health solutions will soon include screening, in-practice clinical decision support, health management tools, telehealth, remote patient monitoring as well as a selection of diverse virtual wellbeing and patient engagement tools.

“Regrettably, we live in a world where the gap between the demand and delivery of reliable and quality healthcare will continue to widen. The ongoing global pandemic has also highlighted the health inequity that exists across our communities. By partnering with Letshego Africa, we can leverage the Group’s regional digitalisation strategy to promote equality in accessing wellness solutions that assist in closing the gap in broader communities being able to expert medical care. Digital access also enables those most at risk, or those who may be immobile, to seek help and support for their health and wellbeing wherever they may be located,” said Dr Riaz Motara, cardiologist and founder of BrandMed Group.

The LetsGo Wellness program is well-placed to support Letshego’s ‘LetsGoNation’, a regional community of followers and users of the LetsGo Digital Mall who wish to leverage the power of Digital so that communities can connect more and do more to improve their lives.

Giles Germany Aijukwe, CEO Letshego Uganda added, “Our LetsGo Digital Wellbeing platform is now live on our Mall in Uganda. If you haven’t already registered, we invite all our customers, partners, stakeholders to register on our LetsGo Digital Mall, and join the new age revolution in digitising wellness and healthcare. This new wellness platform increases access to more affordable, expert healthcare, wellness and nutritional advice to support members of the communities where we operate.”

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By Our Reporter

Kampala came to a standstill this Monday morning after police held a group of wives that were protesting over several issues against their husbands that are affecting the harmony in homes.

According to the housewives, side-chics have taken over their husbands’ lives and are spoiling their marriages.

“Wives also deserve trips to Dubai,” a placard from one of the women from what they called the Association of Housewives read.

The women who staged at Garden City, Mulago and Usafi Round Abouts brought morning traffic to a standstill as they complained that prices have gone up but husbands are not increasing “Kameeza Money”.

The women were whisked to Central Police Station in Kampala where among their grievances told Police that “husbands are no longer eating at home.”

“They just be in bars, watch soccer, eat muchomo and come home belching yet we have prepared nice food for them,” one of the women said.

Police advised the women to get off the streets and make a formal gathering where they can address their issues. It is then that the women said they are holding a Women’s Conference this Wednesday April 13th at the NCC in Naguru.

Meanwhile, the protests have gone viral and attracted the attention of big wigs like opposition stalwart former Presidential aspirant Kizza Besigye who said he feels the women’s pain.

According to a tweet by the seasoned politician, women are in pain and society deserves to pay attention. He further defended men, saying that the reason why Kameeza money is low is because of the economy and that women should instead lead the fight against socioeconomic justice.

“Women are in pain; let’s pay attention! The biggest source of problems is, likely, the economy- men are in hiding and don’t have ‘Kameeza money’. Women should, instead, lead the fight for Socioeconomic Justice; I am already dressed- to go!” he tweeted.

One of the thorny issues to discuss at the conference is the longstanding war between housewives and the side-chics who have recently gained popularity among the married men at the expense of the former.

Men are rumoured to be splurging their cash on their non-official lovers at the expense of their official wives hence the protest of the women demanding more from their husbands.

With such topics, the Women’s Conference promises to be an explosive one.

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By Staff Writer

The state minister for higher education Hon. Dr. JC Muyingo has said that Uganda shall never again close its education institutions because of a pandemic due to technological advancement. 

The state minister made these remarks on 9^th April 2022 in Johannesburg South Africa while touring the Huawei exhibition hall to see the smart education solutions for Africa. He also attended the Huawei ICT Competition Sub-Saharan Africa awards ceremony where he awarded three Uganda Students from Makerere University who took first position in Huawei ICT Competition Sub Saharan Africa 2021. 

The event attracted various dignitaries such as the Minister of Communication and Digital technologies of South Africa Hon. Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, the permanent secretary of the Ministry of education Tanzania Hon. Eliamani Sedoyeka, Huawei Southern Africa President Mr. Chen Leo, and Director UNESCO Regional Office for Southern Africa Prof. Lidia Arthur Brito.

Hon JC Muyingo who represented the government and awarded team Uganda made a key note address, where he thanked Huawei for supporting the digitalization efforts in the country more so the education sector.

“I thank Huawei Technologies for supporting digitalization efforts in the country generally, and more specifically for the support to the ICT initiatives focusing on the Education Sector. Government of Uganda is committed to upscaling and mainstreaming ICT in the delivery of Education as a measure to facilitate not only improved delivery and make continued learning more interesting, but also prepare for any eventualities in the future”, says Hon JC Muyingo as he makes his speech at the ceremony.

He noted that the ministry is working with the National council of Higher education and higher institutions of learning to accredit technology initiatives for long distance learning and smart education solutions.

“We requested our National Council for Higher Education to work with our universities and accredit them to operate through Open and Distance e-Learning. Not all were able to operate during the lockdown, but many started building their capacity to offer on-line learning and to-date they have adopted and operate a multi-pronged approach to teaching and learning. I see opportunity here for capacity building, and I request all of us here to come together, share ideas and make the best use of this innovation and experience to improve our chances of success for use of digital solutions now, and for any future disruptions of learning in our respective countries.” He said

On the global effect of covid-19 to education institutions and the way forward, Hon Dr. JC Muyingo noted that “The Corona Virus Pandemic presented the education sector with profound challenges especially within developing countries. No one foresaw the coming of this pandemic and the crippling effect it would have on our economies. In Uganda, fifteen million learners were out of school for two years, and our education sector, like most countries around the world, was forced to rethink the delivery of education. We were fully prepared for the move to online education delivery, and it is a big lesson learnt which the country is now aggressively addressing through a digital agenda strategy. With the broad experience that Huawei has developed over the years, I am confident that this partnership can help us to find more innovative solutions to these challenges that we are facing.”

“With the education solutions I have seen at the Huawei exhibition hall, never again shall we close our education institutions because of Covid-19 pandemic or any other pandemic,” he added

At the same ceremony, Huawei launched its LEAP skills development programme. Announced at its ICT Competition Awards Ceremony, LEAP aims to help advance the ICT skills of more than 100 000 people across the Sub-Saharan Africa region within three years.

The LEAP programme, which stands for Leadership, Employability, Advancement and Possibilities, is aimed at fostering stronger digital leadership and a skilled ICT workforce, building a digital talent pool, and promoting digital literacy among citizens. It includes a wide range of activities spanning from ICT training and certification courses, government digital capacity building and ICT skills competitions. 

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By Reporter

Arapex tile Adhesive has signed Aziz Azion as the brand ambassador and Mbasira Tonny as Spokes person.

According to the manager Arapex Tile,they decided to zero down on the two is because of the ghe clean names they have maintained over there years.

“ITS A PREVILLAGE TO REPRESENT SUCH AGIANT BRAND AS ARAPEX TILE ADHESIVE AND I CALL UPON COPERATE COMPANIES TO INVEST IN OUR BRANDS BECAUSE ARTISTS COMMAND NUMBERS AND COMPANIES NEED NUMBERS YET YO DONT UTILISE OUR ADVANTAGE OF NUMBER’S “Says Aziz.

Arapex Tile Adhesive is new cement in Town that fixes tiles on both walls and floors as firm as a rock..

This is the first endorsement of aziz Azion and Mbazira Tonny..

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By Reporter

Fast rising singer and songwriter Don Dapper Migold better known as Fahad Migadde is one artiste whose music is catapulting him to cultic status.

The singer’s new single “Kamokya” has thrust him into mainstream music stardom especially in the Ghettos of Kamwokya where he lives.He is however not about to rest on his laurels yet.

“Kamwokya the land of blessings’’ One of the first first verses in the song goes. -You must have already heard this song play all over our Radio and TV stations

Produced by Kwenye Beat and mastered by Herbert Skillz , Kamokya is a vibey track with urban beats that evoke your inner vibe and drag you to the dancefloor, yet still keeping you in your feelings.

It’s a song in which the fast rising Ghetto singer tells the whole world how Ugandan suburb Kamwokya is a land of blessings. Everyone that has been through Kamwokya is very successful. From the days of Bobi Wine, Butchaman and many more.

In the song, he tells a story of how Kamwokya rules and runs the City Kampala. It is simply a tune you want to keep listening to and never wish to stop.

At the beginning of 2022,Don Dapper promised his music fans that this year, he would topple the industry.

He has a huge following both online back here in Uganda and the Diaspora. Because of his singing style, he won many hearts of music lovers.

His artistic work has given him a unique sound that cuts across different genres.  In his songs, he is known for his flawless and pristine lyrics, decency in style and attractive energy.

Don Dapper is taking on the music industry with one goal to be the king of  gangsta Reggae/trap dancehall infused rhythm.

Recounting his sojourn, he says that his love for music started very young. “I would always have this sensational feeling run through my chest whenever I heard a good song. I started singing and songwriting at an early stage.   I am where I am today because of my love for music and my focus to be the best,”

The catchy Kamwokya song has gained massive airplay globally and has been seen to be a hit for its catchy hook and fantastic visuals.

As fresh talent continues to emerge post-lockdown,  Don Dapper is among those who have staked an early claim.

For the Boss of BOSSMAN GENG, Only time stands in his way.

Watch the lovely visuals of Kamwokya hit;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeijU7F47g8&authuser=0

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By Reporter

Preparations for public transport from all over the country to Garuga on Easter Sunday for the Central African Motorcross challenge have been finalized. Various stages have been set up for people going to the Garuga directly.

For those using private transport means please use the Entebbe Express highway to avoid unnecessary delays. It will take you only 17 minutes to get from Kampala to Garuga.

If you’re coming from Masaka road, Hoima road and Bombo road please use Busega Taxi park – the taxis there use the Express highways. Those coming from Jinja, Iganga, Kayunga and Mukono use the new direct-to-Garuga stage at Namboole and Kalerwe.

Travellers in the city centre (Kampala) we have set up a new stage for Direct-to-Garuga taxis using the expressway via Munyonyo. And on Easter Monday all roads lead to Akamwesi Mall on Gayaza road. Whichever direction that you’ll be coming from, when you reach Kalerwe roundabout – you will see Akamwesi Mall on Gayaza road.

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By BigEyeUg Team

Over the weekend, Mityana Municipality was spilled with love and roses as its legislator Hon. Francis Zaake proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Bridget Ndagire Namirembe.

From the photos that stormed social media in the night hours of Sunday, April 10, 2022, Hon. Zaake in company of his friends; National Unity Platform (NUP) Secretary-General David Lewis Rubongoya, Bobi Wine’s singing partner Nubian Li, among others showed up for long-awaited moment.

Clad in a creamy-green luxurious suit, Hon. Zaake bent on a single knee, holding an engagement ring, with some romantic live music in the background strummed from a violin, asked girlfriend Bridget for a hand in marriage.

Bridget who was smartly donned in a long trendy pink-floral summer dress and escorted by Bobi Wine’s wife Barbie Ntugo Kyagulanyi, burst into tears of joy as she replied “I DO” to her best friend Zaake.

The NUP member of Parliament couldn’t hold the joy of his newly anticipated marriage journey as he showered love praises to now official fiancée Bridget on his social media.

“Roses do scent for a purpose, whether in summer or winter, isolated or not they keep the fragrance atop. You’ve been the epitome of hope, in good & bad times, you’ve caressed my bruised body, nursed my wounds, you’e been my strength. Will you marry me my love?! And she said YES,” Hon. Francis Zaake wrote.

The couple is said to be trekking a six-year-old relationship.

According to respected sources, Hon. Francis Zaake is gearing up to seal officializing his relationship with Bridget as the traditional and wedding functions are slated for close dates from now.

We have some photos from the Hon. Zaake’s engagement:

Congratulations to the couple!

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By BigEyeUg Team

Fast raising Ugandan dancehall singer EeZzy, real name Eric Opoka is now out of danger after successfully undergoing a skull surgery.

EeZzy’s savage surgery follows his most recent thuggery attack along Kampala Northern Bypass that saw him sustain serious injuries on his head.

Goons attacked the “Tumbiza Sound” crooner in the late-night hours of Saturday, April 09, 2022 on his way from a music performance.

The fateful event also left his car vandalized by the thugs.

According to close sources, it took specialized medics over 4hours and 20minutes to complete the surgery.

“We give thanks and praise to God Almighty; the Skull surgery has been successful. we now pray for a quick recovery 🙏. MANAGEMENT,” a statement on EeZzy’s Twitter account reads.

It’s on record, quite a number of Ugandan celebrities have fallen victim of lethal attacks during the night hours, leaving them nursing serious injuries and some of them losing their lives.

We wish Eezzy a quick recovery!

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By BigEyeUg Team

Renowned Ugandan fashion model and actress Judith Heard is the newly crowned Miss Environment International Africa.

Judith Heard, a proud Ugandan-born model, social change champion – and most recently, crowned Miss Environment International Africa brought Kampala and Entebbe at standstill as she received a Heroic welcome, after touched down at Entebbe International Airport on Sunday, April 10, 2022.

On April 02, 2022 at CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Centre in Mumbai – India, Judith represented Uganda at the first-ever themed pageant, Beauty starts with environmental care.

Judith who was clad in a suit and Ugandan flag, arrived into a mammoth crowd of her fans, Tooro Kingdom Cultural Dancers, family, and relatives parading outside the Airport terminal building as others scrambled to take pictures with the supermodel.

She was driven VIP style to Kampala Serena Conference center for a press conference conducted by Next Media’s Brian Wakko.

In the presser, Judith took the previledge and appreciated the support from her family, friends, media and Uganda at large.

She also noted her embarkment on bark cloth tree planting project.

”I am thrilled by the warm welcome. I am advocating for a patriarchal society aimed at protecting the heritage of the backcloth. It is unique and grown in Uganda. Not forgetting its craftsmanship, quality, rarity, and storytelling that comes with it,” Judith Heard remarked.

The bark tree transforms into fashion:

It is environmentally friendly and sustainable including fabric properties and apparel development.

Uganda barkcloth has been recognized by United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) as a masterpiece of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity to protect the knowledge, traditions, and live hoods associated with its production.

On 22nd April 2022, will mark The Earth Day-themed Let’s Invest in Our Planet. For instance, a single Mutuba tree lasts for many, many years and we don’t focus on its production. Other tree species are being cut day and night. I am spearheading the planting of backcloth trees for eco-fashion and environmental security for today and future generations.

Incapacity as Miss Environment Uganda, Judith encourages the government, ministry of environment and water, politicians, religious leaders, and individual capacities to join and support me to launch this backcloth tree planting project. Together can take urgent action toward environmental justice, sustainable development, and climate investment solutions.

This fierce Miss Environment International Africa competition united various continents, traditions, and ethnicities with a prime objective – environmental conservation. Other country representatives included South Sudan, Peru, United Kingdom, Seychelles, Mauritius, Greece, Bolivia, Reunion Island, Columbia, India, Philippines, Nigeria, Rodrigues Island, France, Cyprus, and Belgium.

Judith’s triumph comes in just a year after she was crowned Miss Elite Africa at the Miss Elite World competitions.

About Judith Heard:

Judith is a Ugandan cross-continental fashion model, actress, digital influencer, and society change icon whose story has been featured on BBC, CNN, Aljazeera, and other international media. She’s passionate about children, women, tourism, and environmental advocacy.

Congratulations Judith Heard!

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By Reporter

MasRob events could be a new name in the events business but it has been around operating lowkey. During the grand reopening at their offices in Bunga last week, the Proprietor of the event company said that he has been preparing for the right time though he has been there even before lockdown.

“MasRob events has finally launched and Ugandans will see most of the top events organized by us and most of our equipment being hired at other top events” Robinson Masembe, the proprietor of the events company said.

The launch that took place on Saturday was an invite only with the media, friends and well-wishers of MasRob events. To showcase what he has in store, the team at MasRob events set up a big stage that displayed good sound, lighting.

The company is a 360 entertainment company which not only provides events solutions but also rehearsal studio, make up studio and recording studio.

Speaking at the media launch dinner, Masembe said that the first event will be his MasRob band known as The Let them sing band performing live at Kampala Serena Hotel on September 9th, it will feature Kenyan artistes Wanjiru and Bahati and in Uganda, Levixone and Gabbie Ntate will be among the performers. Going forward, he tipped the media on one of the biggest concerts on October 9th still at the Kampala Serena Hotel and then a country wide MasRob tour that will climax with another big show at Cricket Oval Lugogo later in the year.

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Following police’s advice to the agitated wives that protested against their husbands on Monday to hold a formal gathering where they can address their issues, the women have now announced that all is set and they will be holding a Women’s Conference this Wednesday April 13 at the NCC in Naguru.

After the protests went viral on social media, NBS TV has jumped on board and granted the women a platform to have their conference air live on TV.

“We shall hold the conference where we shall unpack the secret to marital bliss at the NCC in Naguru this Wednesday. NBS will air the conference live between 12pm and 1pm, so we ask wives out there and members of the public to tune in and join the discussion,” Susan Nyamwenge, the co-ordinator of the women says.

“At the conference, several topics including the thorny issue of whether the boy child is empowered to deal with today’s modern woman will be discussed,” she said.

Nyamwenge tells us that the trending Kameeza Money topic will be discussed on top of whether “food is still the way to a man’s heart.”

“Some of the complaints we gathered from wives is that men are no longer eating at home and this is creating rifts in marriage. We want to see how to prepare better meals that will have our husbands craving home cooked meals among other issues,” she said.

A promo clip on NBS shows that several media personalities like Karitas Karisimbi, Rebbeca Jjingo and Doreen Nasasira are will moderate and lead panel discussions at the conference.

The debate is expected to be an explosive one as the protests have attracted attention of Members of Parliament and activists interested in women affairs.

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Judith Kusiima clad in her own creation.

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Last year, MTN Uganda’s youth platform, MTN Pulse partnered with Arapapa by Santa Anzo to mentor the fresh fashion talent in the country. This mentorship program saw young designers getting hands-on mentorship from one of the most respected and seasoned designers in the country.

The young designers were trained in several disciplines such as marketing, product sourcing, design ideation as well as design presentation among others, that would see them carry their fashion businesses to the next level.

23-year-old fashion designer, Kaaku Mickeydaddy of the Mengo hill road-based Mickey designs and who has been in the fashion industry since 2018 says the mentorship program remains his highlight in the industry thus far.

“The mentorship program was very inspiring as I got to learn from the great Santa Azo on how to come up with creative designs and also got a chance to interact with other designers. We were able to share ideas and learn from each other. The program pushed me harder on how to market my business and it’s also increased my confidence as a designer and made so many people believe in me,” said Mickeydaddy who completed the mentorship program in the first position.

25-year-old fashion designer, Judith Kusiima of the Weekend fit designs shares similar sentiments about the mentorship program.

“As a new self-taught designer, I learnt a lot from both Santa Anzo and fellow young designers who have been in the business longer than myself. We are still in touch and still supporting each other, something that was made possible by the MTN Pulse and Arapapa mentorship program,” Kusiima says.

According to Mickeydaddy, the fashion industry is a very challenging industry, despite its glitz and glamor. He however notes that the challenges only push him to work harder and maintains that with synergy across the industry through programs such as the MTN Pulse and Arapapa mentorship program, that bring all designers together, such challenges can be turned into opportunities that can push the industry forward.

The industry challenges notwithstanding, Mickeydaddy has been able to build himself an admirable career over the years. He has dressed up people for events like miss Uganda, miss Tourism Uganda, Y+ beauty, little miss Uganda and little Miss Africa among others.

Besides winning the MTN pulse fashion mentorship Program, Mickeydaddy won the rising Fashion pearl Africa Award 2018, Designer of the Famous teen Awards 2019, best Designer Vision for Africa 2019. These awards have earned him great positions in the world of fashion such as; the Fashion Director Miss Tourism Uganda, managing Director Toto Awards Ug, country Director, little Mr and Miss Africa Uganda.

Mickeydaddy is intent on nurturing fellow younger designers through passing down his learnings from the MTN Pulse and Arapapa mentorship program.

“Not only have you been a fantastic mentor to me, but you have taught me how to mentor other people am so lucky to work with someone (Santa Anzo) who is my mentor and inspiration. Thank you MTN Pulse, for creating that connection,” Mickey says.

As a young designer who immensely benefitted from the MTN Pulse and Arapapa fashion mentorship, Judith Kusiima looks forward to building her fashion brand that deals in creating casual weekend outfits for women, while making an impact in the society and beyond the borders of Uganda, a key lesson she learnt from her interaction with fashion icon, Santa Anzo.

“It was an incredible program and I hope more of these are arranged to support many talented designers in this country,” she says.

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Every Thursday Nexus Lounge hosts a live band even if the Easter holiday is upon us, the bar will still host a band night but this time they have made the evening extra special. They are kicking off the Easter celebrations with something special for revelers.

If you want value for money when booking artistes, Afrigo band is most definitely the go-to band. The Afrigo Band is set to thrill revelers on Holy Thursday at the hangout.

The Afrigo Band is a musical band in Uganda. It is the longest-lasting musical group in the history of Uganda, having existed for 46 years by August 2021.

Gates will be open as early as 7 pm as the entrance is free. However, those that need more comfort a VIP Table goes for 300k while VVIP goes for 500k.

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After years of a musical hiatus, the long wait is over as Uganda’s finest vocalist Juliana Kanyomozi returns to stage on May 7, Mothers Day, with an ultimate picnic concert experience dubbed ‘Baileys Safari Picnic.’

The Tooro princess returns to the stage where she belongs as the headline act of the first edition of the refreshing outdoor experience set for Kampala Serena Hotel.

Brand Manager, Annet Nakiyaga made the revelation during a press conference that announced the launch of the first-ever Baileys Safari Picnic. It promises to be an unforgettable fete of live music and great fun as Juliana will be backed by the Myko Ouma Band.

While addressing the press at Guvnor, Juliana revealed why she chose to be part of the Baileys Picnic.

“This is an event that celebrates music and me being someone who loves music I am just honoured. It’s an event that has built a brand over the years when it comes to quality entertainment so I mean any artiste who values music and quality would be honored to be part,” she said.

Juliana who last performed in 2019 also said that she is looking forward to reconnecting with her fans after a very long break.

“It is also exciting for me because I am just coming back from a very long break and that makes it really special for me to finally reconnect with my fans. I last performed in 2019. Music is my second love and I can’t wait to see my fans during this performance,” she said.

Black Roots Academy of Soul Band featuring Tonya Michelle Ahenda, Julius Ssese, Yanzi Prudence and Lisa Sonia will also serenade the revellers while celebrated comedian Salvador and Crystal Newman will be the MCs of the day.

“Our ambition is to delight and create magical moments for our consumers. The picnic is a delicious moment for our consumers to enjoy Baileys and music. We picked a blend of celebrated artiste Juliana Kanyomozi and Black Roots band to remind the consumers that they can always have a treat with our iconic drink,” said Annet Nakiyaga.

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