The Group Managing Director/ CEO, United Bank for Africa, Mr. Oliver Alawuba (L), shaking hands with the Executive Director in Charge of supervision, Bank of Uganda, Dr. Twinemanzi Tumubweine, after a meeting during his visit to Uganda.

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The UBA Group Managing Director / CEO Mr. Oliver Alawuba has paid a courtesy visit to Uganda- one of the most dynamic and transformative markets where UBA (United Bank of Africa) has a strong footprint and legacy outside Nigeria.

During his two-day visit, Mr. Alawuba met with the Bank of Uganda Executive Director in charge of Supervision Mr. Tumubweine Twinemanzi and discussed the Bank’s operations in Uganda.

He thanked the Executive director and the Bank of Uganda for their oversight and reiterated UBA’s commitment to Uganda.

“UBA will continue working closely with the Central Bank and complying with all regulations. I can re-assure all our UBA clients in Uganda that we shall continue to innovate and break-limits with our product/service offering in a bid to meet and exceed the demands of our customers. You have my word,” Alawuba said.

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Thousands of runners participated in the MTN Kampala Marathon held at the Kololo independence grounds in Kampala under the theme “Run for babies” on Sunday.

Following a two-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the MTN Kampala Marathon returned bigger and better, with the winners’ cash prize increased by a whooping Ugx 100 million.

Participants took part in a full marathon (42km), Half marathon (21km), 10km run and the 5Km fun run. All the runners were flagged off by the chief guest, Rt. Hon. Prime Minister of Uganda, Robinah Nabbanja, and the MTN Uganda Chief Executive Officer, Sylvia Mulinge, alongside the Ministry of Health Permanent secretary, Dr. Diana Atwiine, the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director, Dorothy Kisaka, and the MTN Uganda Board Chairman, Charles Mbiire.

Nabbanja thanked MTN, Uganda Athletics Federation and all the MTN Kampala marathon partners for choosing to support a noble cause while pushing Uganda’s athletics to the next level.

“After a two-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic, I am happy to see that the people of Uganda are now able to participate in the beloved MTN Kampala Marathon for a noble cause. I applaud all of you for demonstrating such generosity to support the government of Uganda towards the realization of Sustainable Development Goal No. 3 that speaks about good health for all,” Nabbanja said.

Proceeds from this year’s Marathon shall be used to upgrade maternal and newborn services in four selected health facilities across the country. The beneficiary health facilities include Kisenyi and Kawaala health facilities in the suburbs of Kampala plus those in Kachumbala (Teso sub-region) and Kabong (Karamoja sub-region).

As has been the norm since its inauguration in 2004, this year’s MTN Kampala Marathon was graced by an array of elite runners from the region including; Phillip Kiplimo and Joshua Chemutai Bekele from Uganda, Felichiay Faustino Oyo and Yousif Nyok Deng from South Sudan as well as Charles Kiama Munyeki from Kenya.

Ugandan athletes won all the top positions across the different categories.

In addition to medals, the top 46 winners shared a total cash prize of Ugx.290,000,000 shillings based on their races and positions, including the winners of the wheelchair race that was held last Sunday in Lugogo.

Here is the full list of the MTN Kampala Marathon Winners:

42Km (Full Marathon) – Men

1 Soyekwo Chebet (Uganda) – 2:17:01 (UGX 42M)
2 Samuel Kalalei (Kenya) – 2:17:20 (UGX 21M)
3 Nassan Ayeko (Uganda) – 2:18:16 (UGX 10.5M)
4 Moses Kiprop (Uganda) – 2:18:19 (UGX 6M)
5 Ezekiel Kiplimo (Uganda) – 2:19:13 (UGX 5M)
6 Philip Kiplimo (Uganda) – 2:19:17 (UGX 4M)
7 Vitalis Kwemoi (Uganda) – 2:19:20 (UGX 2M)
8 Jonathan Akankwasa (Uganda) – 2:20:30 (UGX 1.5M)
9 Michael Mutai – 2:21:20 (UGX 1M)
10 Evan Target (Uganda) – 2:21:45 (UGX 0.5M)

42Km (Full Marathon)- Women

1 Juliet Chekwel (Uganda) – 2:39:18 (UGX 42M)
2 Beatrice Jepkemboi (Kenya) – 2:45:20 (UGX 21M)
3 Nelly Jepkrul (Kenya) – 2:47:43 (UGX 10.5M)
4 Gladys Jemeli (Uganda) – 2:47:43 (UGX 6M)
5 Emily Chebet (Uganda) – 2:48:25 (UGX 5M)
6 Hana Gute (Uganda) – 2:49:17 (UGX 4M)
7 Nancy Cheptegei (Uganda) – 2:53:20 (UGX 2M)
8 Priscilla Chelangat (Uganda) – 2:54:24 (UGX 1.5M)
9 Hakim Ddumba (Uganda) – 2:55:56 (UGX 1M)
10 Esther Chebet (Uganda) – 3:02:13 (UGX 0.5M)

21 KM (Half Marathon) – Men

1 Maxwell Kortex Rotich (Uganda) – 1:03:34 (UGX 20M)
2 Victor Kwemoi (Uganda) – 1:04:08 (UGX 10M)
3 Oscar Kibet (Uganda) – 1:04:16 (UGX 5M)
4 Andrew Rotich Kwemoi (Uganda) – 1:04:17 (UGX 2M)
5 Nelson Wakana (Uganda) – 1:04:18 (UGX 1M)

21 KM (Half Marathon) – Women

1 Mercilyne Chelangat (Uganda) – 1:12:43 (UGX 20M)
2 Annet Chemengich Chelangat (Uganda) – 1:12:59 (UGX 10M)
3 Julie Nantume (Uganda) – 1:14:51 (UGX 5M)
4 Apofia Naisikwe (Uganda) – 1:15:26 (UGX 2M)
Patience Ainembabazi (Uganda) – 1:15:26 (UGX 1M)

10KM Race – Men

1 Ali Chebures (Uganda) – 0:29:32 (UGX 3M)
2 Kevin Kibet (Uganda) – 0:29:39 (UGX 2M)
3 Dan Kibet (Uganda) – 0:29:41 (UGX 1.5M)
4 Denis Cherotich (Uganda) – 0:29:50 (UGX 1M)
5 Ezekiel Mutai – 0:29:51 (UGX 0.5M)

10KM Race Women

1 Lovis Niwagaba (Uganda) – 0:30:31 (UGX 3M)
2 Janat Chemusto (Uganda) – 0:33:16 (UGX 2M)
3 Belinda Chemutai (Uganda) – 0:33:27 (UGX 1.5M)
4 Joy Chetoyek (Uganda) – 0:33:46 (UGX 1M)
5 Winnie Nanyondo (Uganda) – 0:34:42 (UGX 0.5M)

10KM Wheelchair Race – Men

1 Richard Ocira (UGX 3M)
2 Kevin Mubiru (UGX 1.5M)
3 Brian Mugabe (UGX 1M)

10KM Wheelchair Race – Women

1 Pauline Achai (UGX 3M)
2 Lorna Lamono (UGX 1.5M)
3 Acen Florence (UGX 1M)

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From November 24 – 26, 2022, the Uganda Museum will play host to the Handcraft Expo 2022, organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities (MTWA) with support from the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF).

The theme for this year’s Expo is “Rethinking Tourism through Culture and Creative Hands,” and the Prime Minister of Uganda, the Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah, will officiate as the Chief Guest during the opening ceremony for the Uganda Handcrafts Expo 2022.

The Expo will present a rare opportunity to for the people involved in the business to meet new clients, network, and discuss business opportunities with potential local and regional purchasers as stakeholders in the handicraft and souvenir sector come together, including service providers along the sector’s value chain.

Doreen S. Katusiime, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, said in her remarks that for the first time, we have an Expo that is aimed at those who work in handicrafts and souvenirs.

“This is important for tourism and the host communities,” she continues, “because every time someone travels, they want to bring back a souvenir or handcraft from their trip to remind them of the places they have visited, and in the process, they buy some crafts and souvenirs, which increases the incomes of the producers and sellers.”

“The majority of those participating are young men and women, and through this Expo, among other things, we want to see their products and the support they require,” she adds. “We look forward to growing Uganda’s handicraft and souvenir sectors because the country has abundant mineral resources, including clay, which is used to make ceramics.”

The handcraft and souvenir development project (HSDP) is funded by the enhanced integrated framework (EIF) and implemented by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities.

The ultimate focus of this year’s Expo is to assist the creation of useful goods that are in demand on both the domestic and international markets. As well, the diversification of products, increased value addition, quality improvement, and market knowledge will all be highlighted in interventions.

During the Expo, the general public will attest to the authenticity of a variety of products made in Uganda, including mats, bags, wood carvings, ceramics, jewellery, fashion accessories, textiles, cow horn products, leather products, music instruments, baskets, bark cloth products, coffee, leather products, horticulture, and tourism, among others, and produced in particular by Ugandan artisans.

This year’s Expo will also feature participation from more than 100 companies from all over Uganda, all of which will display only local products.

The Expo will give producers the best chance to present their goods, create awareness of the various crafts and souvenirs produced in the country, and create linkages with new clients like exporters, mass producers, training facilities, the hospitality industry, and interior decorators, among others.

The Uganda Handicrafts Expo 2022 will feature several activities including symposiums, exhibitions, contests, and events focused on design, among others.

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Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) Spirited Women employee group has donated a universal anesthesia machine to Mayuge Health Centre IV.

This donation is part of the corporate society of safe motherhood campaign, spearheaded by Stanbic Bank, which seeks to support and build awareness for maternal health, providing hospital equipment to select health facilities and donating mama kits for the welfare of mothers in underserved hospitals.

Speaking at the handover ceremony at the Ministry of Health offices, Juliana Kagwa, Uganda Breweries Limited Corporate Relations Director, thanked the medical doctors at the health center for their dedication towards providing quality antenatal care for all the expectant mothers that come to the facility.

She also applauded the midwives for their unwavering commitment to helping mothers in labor have a safe delivery. She called upon Ugandans to prioritize maternal health in all spheres of influence.

“As women at UBL, donating this maternal health equipment offers us an opportunity to support women in Uganda and make an impact in society, which also contributes to the broader UBL agenda on promoting inclusion and diversity under our Society 2030 sustainability strategy,” said Kagwa.

According to the Uganda Health and Demographic Survey, maternal mortality reduced from 418 per 100,000 live births deaths in 2006 to 336​ ​per 100,000 in 2016.  Even then, some 6,000 women and adolescent girls still die every year from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth.

For every woman or girl who dies, an estimated 20 or 30 suffer injuries, infections, or life-long disabilities, including obstetric fistula. According to UNFPA, providing the recommended level of maternal health care would cut maternal deaths by approximately two-thirds.

The UBL Spirited Women network is an employee resource group within UBL established to engage, retain and develop female employees in the business, providing them with a platform to thrive and make an impact.

“We thank UBL for the generous donation we’ve received today. It brings us so much joy and confidence to take care of mothers experiencing labour at the facility.  I believe that mothers are now more confident to come and deliver from this facility, unlike when some mothers opted to travel to Kampala, where such services were readily available. We are now more equipped to handle complicated cases for mothers who will be giving birth through C-section,” said Dr. Sedawula Mike, Senior Medical Officer, Mayuge Health Centre IV.

The universal anesthesia machine has been uniquely designed with a monitor, vaporizer & ventilator. It can work both manually and automatically with a 6-hour backup in case of any power outage. The machine also has a seamless transition to room air when compressed oxygen is unavailable.

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L-R: Lynn Nasirumbi and Martha Aheebwa, winners of the Young Silverback awards in the PR competition category, pose for a photo.

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Brainchild BCW’s, Martha Patience Aheebwa and Lynn Nasirumbi, have been selected to represent Uganda at The Cannes’ Young Lions Competition in France, in 2023.

This after they emerged winners of the inaugural Uganda Advertising Awards (UAA) Young Silverback Competition -PR Category, at the first UAA Silverback Awards, which recognises the most creative communications professionals in Uganda.

The competition comprised of seven categories; PR, Media, Digital, Print, Design, Marketing, and Film. The contestants who had to participate in pairs were given briefs to create campaigns that would yield impactful results to the clients. In a period of 24 hours, they had to present in 10 minutes to the panel of judges what they had come up with.

The two who competed as the Matriarch Team, were awarded winners of the PR Category while their peers; Team Pen & Ink and Team I & E won the Digital and Design categories of the Young Silverback competition, respectively.

The award for the three teams, was the opportunity to travel to France to compete with their global peers at The Cannes’ Young Lions Competition.

The Young Lions Competition is organised annually, on the sidelines of The Cannes Lions, the most prestigious global awards for the creative communications industry. The competition is designed to challenge young creatives under 30 years, from every corner of the global communication industry, to celebrate their creativity on the world stage.

Frank Muthusi, the Chairman UAA and Group CEO, fireworks Advertising, noted, “Grooming talent and creativity in the advertising industry is part of our agenda as the UAA. The young silver back competition was introduced in this regard and we hope that the teams that won will deliver the same impeccable work at the Cannes Lions Competition next year.”

The Young Silverback Awards and competition aim to provide a platform for young creatives to showcase their skills, identify and nurture talent in the advertising industry and bridge the gap between brands and young creatives.

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Patrick Ayota, NSSF Deputy Managing Director addresses participants at the launch of the NSSF Hinnovator – Women Accelerator cohort at Mestil Hotel.

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The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) in partnership with Mastercard Foundation has earmarked over Ushs7.6bn seed funding to 100 indigenous women-owned businesses under the third cohort of their NSSF Hi-innovator programme.

This was revealed at the launch of the 3rd funding round for NSSF Hi-Innovator dubbed NSSF Hi-Innovator Women Accelerator during the Uganda Innovation Week at Mestil Hotel in Kampala.

Speaking at the launch, Patrick Ayota, the NSSF Deputy Managing Director said that the funding is aimed at giving women entrepreneurs an opportunity to improve their business skills and grow their businesses whilst readying them for future investor funding.

“We have noticed the low participation of women entrepreneurs business initiatives. Whereas Uganda is ranked the second country in the world with the highest number of women business owners (38.4%), according to a 2021 Mastercard Index of Women Entrepreneurs, a 2019 World Bank stated that women-owned microenterprises in Uganda generate 30% lower profits than their male counterparts.”

“Through our women-only funding round of the NSSF Hi-Innovator, we will provide opportunities for women entrepreneurs to reverse the trend. We will avail Ugx 75m as seed funding for each women business and our target is to fund at least 100 businesses this round,” Ayota said.

The NSSF Hi-Innovator Women Accelerator is open to all women entrepreneurs in all economic sectors across the country until the end of January 2023.

Adrian Bukenya, the Mastercard Foundation Country Director expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership. “Our vision is to play a catalytic role in supporting partners to spur change built on a shared vision and values, equity, and accountability. Our approach is holistic, emphasizing resilience and coordination among local implementing partners. Therefore, we are excited to be partners with NSSF on the Hi-innovator program,” he said.

He added that through the NSSF Hi-Innovator Women Accelerator, Mastercard Foundation aims to support highly impactful and scalable small and growing businesses to access seed capital and technical support for their businesses.

“With this intervention, and by decentralizing and democratizing investment, more start-ups can receive funding and technical assistance to enable them scale and create work opportunities,” Bukenya added.

In addition to the seed funding, the selected businesses will have unlimited access to customized business courses on the Hi-innovator Business Academy – an online learning platform, tailored technical support, mentorship, and peer-to-peer learning opportunities.

Applicants will first receive entrepreneurial skill training through the Hi-innovator business academy, then pitch to an expert panel of judges. It is through pitching that successful businesses will be selected.

Explaining the criteria, Richard Zulu, the Outbox Team Lead, said that participating businesses must have over 50% female ownership or have at least 70% women in top management, must be legally operational in Uganda for at least two years and, employ at least 2 full-time staff, among others.

The Hi-Innovator programme, initiated by NSSF in partnership with Mastercard Foundation aims to create an environment where indigenous Small and Growing Businesses can be supported to mature into viable businesses. Outbox Uganda is the lead implementing partner.

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The country’s most sought-after youth event, Kadanke is set to return on the 14th of January 2023 except that now it returns rebranded and with a 360-youth coverage all embedded in her new name – Kadanke Youth Fest. The event rebrand is intended to quench and cover all youth edutainment needs in a single shell as will be exhibited at its first ever event on 14th January 2023 at Hockey grounds Lugogo.

Following their 2-year COVID-19 break, the nation’s biggest youth celebration returns with even wider ambitions, goals and intentions to not only to entertain but edutain. Sources reveal that Kadanke intendeds to bank on its brand position in the youth segment to create awareness and popularizing the sustainable development goals among young people using music and entertainment as a vehicle.

Originally known as Kadanke Grand Finale, the event takes a new twist and a rebrand this year. Unlike previous editions, this one is about mobilizing young people for a “Global Cause” – Sustainable Development Goals which is all due respect a smart move.

“We want to take steps to popularize the millennium sustainable goals among young people who are the rightful custodians of Agenda 2030. With collective action, inclusion, we can change this by making an impact together. We want to connect youth citizens and artists to call on our political / corporate leaders, and philanthropists to do their part” – The organizers said.

Like many festivals, we’ve been reliably informed that this edition is going to be a full day open-air concert that is set to bring together young people to spread the SDG crusade using the power of talent and music. Since its inception, Kadanke has been known for staging high end crowd decent youth events since 2013. These have given birth to today’s best entertainment talents, created networks, platforms and spaces for youth talent to thrive.

What to expect at Kadanke Youth Fest

The organizers are promising revelers a list of edutainment and fun activities to choose from. Known for their magic production skills and clean executions and with the fact that they now owns a state-of-the-art equipment line, we can’t wait for the biggest stage set up ever for a youth event. The main live spot stage will feature thrilling performances from over 26 artists, 7 MCs, and 5 DJs, a Youth Biz Lab, the Game Zone, SDG Republik where youth will get to know about the SDGs, Film Dome, Live Cafe among others. Kadanke youth Fest 2023 will offer an interactive space for young people to come together, use the power of music, talent and arts to drum up for the sustainable goals (Agenda 2030).

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Undoubtedly one of the one of the most instantly recognizable names in the world of afrobeats, Nigerian star Skales will be performing at the first edition of Jameson & Friends, this Sunday the 27th of November at Motiv, along the Old Portbell Road.

The first of a monthly event, Jameson & Friends is a lifestyle experience, where friends meet, make new friends enjoy good music, tasty BBQ and smooth whiskey. The first edition that will be hosted this weekend at Motiv warehouse will involve musical performances, games and a live world cup screening on giant screens.

Famous for international hits like Shake Body, Say you bad, Shaku Shaku, Temper, Iji Ayo, Currency… the list is endless. Since launching his career in 2011, he has released six studio albums and a flurry of chart-topping singles while collaborating on musical projects with Nicki Minaj, Burna Boy, Davido, Sarkodie, Olamide and our own- Beenie Gunter. Skales has managed to use his distinctive and flexible approach to Afrobeats to help disseminate its sound to a global audience, amassing an army of fans along the way.

Hosted by Talent Africa, Jameson & Friends will also feature Ugandan fast- rising multi-talented RnB and afro-pop artiste – Joshua Baraka who recently released his EP dubbed Watershed alongside DJ Kas Baby, DJ Vee and DJ Tony.

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Discovered back in 2017 by Celebrity Stylist, Brian Ahumuza, Fashion Designer Sheba Kassami, later on, released her first collection which was unveiled at the prestigious Abryanz Style & Fashion Awards in the same year.

Over the years, the designer through her brand, SKP Clothing brand has gone on to cement its place on the Ugandan fashion scene, and recently received her first-ever award nomination in this year’s ASFA Awards, under the Designer of the Year category (Uganda).

The designer, who expressed her delight at this nomination will also be part of a must-see lineup of designers slated to showcase at this year’s edition of the Fashion Awards.

“This is a true honour for myself and the entire SKP Clothing Line brand. It has been a remarkable journey from 6 years ago when I was discovered and to be nominated on this same platform that launched me is humbling. Congratulations to all the designers in the category and I believe that regardless of who wins, we are all winners, and this is a step further in building our industry,” Sheba explained.

The Ugandan designer is also part of a line-up of designers including David Tlale, and Mai Atafo that will be showcasing at the event slated for Friday,16th December 2022 at the Kampala Serena Hotel.

“I know all the designers are amazing, but I am personally looking forward to seeing Nigerian Designer, Mai Atafo’s collection. If you are familiar with the brand, then you know nothing spells classic like a Mai Atafo creation. It’s the finesse, the style, the hues selected that make his pieces statement,” she stated.

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Summer Kyeyo Festival Is in Town, Diaspora based Ugandans have today launched an event aimed at getting them together in Uganda to take place at Kati Kati Lugogo on the 16th December 2022.

According to one Jordan Kayz and MC Mulo From South Africa,the event will be annual and this specific edition half of its proceeds will help to return stranded Ugandans in Arabic countries.

Entrance will be 20k Ord and 100K while tables 3m.

A list of artistes lined up to excite revellers that day amoung whom include Lydia Jazmine, Gravity, B2C, DJ Shiru and DJ Zato, Kalifa Aganaga while Kasuku, BBS’s Jaxta and Kayz will master the ceremony

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Jean-Philippe Bittencourt, the Sheraton Kampala Hotel General Manager giving his remarks during the party.

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As December draws closer and the festive season along with it, Sheraton Kampala Hotel is already gearing up for the season’s festivities.

This was revealed by Jean-Philippe Bittencourt, the Sheraton Kampala Hotel General Manager while addressing guests at the “Christmas in November” cocktail party that was hosted at their Rwenzori Ballroom on Wednesday evening.

According to Jean Philippe Bittencourt, celebrating “Christmas in November” has been a tradition at the Hotel for over a decade that was only disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. With the pandemic over, it was only right to hold the celebration again.

During the occasion, the hotel gets to celebrate and show appreciation to their clients and partners who have supported them throughout the year.

“This marks the beginning of our favorite season,” Jean-Philippe Bittencourt said. “The season to celebrate. The season to give. The season to relax and prepare for the forthcoming year. We have carefully curated events and experiences to imbue you with Christmas cheer and spirit.”

The invited guests were treated to a full feast with plenty to eat and drink, getting a glimpse of what to expect during the festive season. The evening was hosted by media personalities, Brian Mulondo and Crystal Newman who shared light humor while Janzi band on the other hand provided entertainment to the guests performing a mix of popular hits and Christmas songs covers.

Meanwhile, Jean-Philippe Bittencourt also used the event to announce what the hotel has lined up for the festive season. Among the activities to look out for this festive season include Christmas Carols Sunday brunches, a special Christmas brunch, Boxing Day dinner as well as a New Year’s Fireworks party.

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Fly Records performing artist Fresh Isaac has shared the visuals of his latest love track dubbed “Truth or lies”.

“Truth or lies” is a love song in which Fresh Isaac asks his lover whether she is going to treat him right by trusting him and no lies in a relationship.

He also vows to do everything possible to see that they have fun.

The song was produced by Semajtheprod And Kydanis

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The long-awaited moment is closing-in for Uganda’s top gospel artist Sam Lucus Lubyogo a.k.a Levixone to hold his “Mbeera The Genesis Concert”.

“Mbeera The Genesis Concert”, Levixone’s second national concert will be going down this Saturday, November 25, 2022 at Kololo Airstrip after months of anxious waiting from his fans.

Speaking at the Mbeera The Genesis Concert press conference on Wednesday, Levixone thanked his fans and fellow artists for their continuous support over the years and most importantly towards his forthcoming concert.

“Thank you for standing with us since we said that we are going to Kololo. Thank you for loving gospel music. I want to thank God for my sponsors MTN Uganda for standing behind the Mbeera The Genesis Concert,” Levixone said.

Levixone who was accompanied by fast-raising young gospel singer Rinic Jemimah, assured fans of a great performance come 26^th of November at the Kololo Airstrip

MTN Uganda’s Mavis Musungu highlighted that MTN is subsidizing the concert fees for fans who pay for their concert tickets using MTN MoMo at the entrance from Shs.20,000 to 15,000.

She also encouraged to participate in Levixone’s ongoing Tik Tok challenge where 4 MTN customers will win tickets and Shs.100,000 each. The winners shall be announced on our Twitter page on Friday.

Meanwhile, Levixone’s wife Desire Luzinda jetted into the country on Wednesday to bear support to her lover.

We cannot wait to see you all the #MbeeraTheGenesisConcert. Come let’s praise and worship the almighty.

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Songstress Martha Mukisa can’t wait to keep singer Eddy Kenzo’s Grammy accolade once he wins it.

The Big Talent Entertainment CEO was last week announced by the Recording Academy among the 2023 nominees.

In the Grammy category “Best Global Music Performance” Kenzo was nominated for his jam “Gimme Love” with American singer Matt B.

Kenzo’s nomination has since sent fellow musicians, fans and Ugandans atlarge into jubilations with high hopes of ‘scooping-the-bag’ (Grammy Award) come next year.

One of the them is close friend and colleague, Martha Mukisa who seems to have already purchased a special trophy closet in her house for the Grammy accolade.

“If we win this Grammy, it will be in my house,” Martha Mukisa’s tweet reads.

Meanwhile, Martha Mukisa is on brink of releasing her EP album dubbed “Sisaaga” come Friday, December 9, 2022.

We will keep you posted

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Balboa Lounge is the newest entrant on the city’s nightlife scene.

Located in the heart of Kisaasi, Balboa Lounge is promising luxury and the best theme nights in Kampala. The lounge has been revamped to fit a Vegas standard for all revelers that want to taste the other side of the Kampala nightlife.

Since its opening Balboa has received a warm welcome from customers and businesses alike. The Lounge & Restaurant accepts reservations, allowing patrons to secure tables and ensure a chance to experience the new location and enjoy good vibes.

“We are extremely proud and thankful to all the people that have already welcomed us with open arms. We promise to revolutionize the way you enjoy the Kampala nightlife by bringing you luxury and comfort on a silver platter,” David Kakuba, one of the proprietors of Balboa said.

“We are thrilled to officially open our doors at Balboa and welcome new and prospective members to this sweet escape of great vibes,” he added.

Balboa Lounge has replaced the renowned Monalisa Bar in Kisaasi.

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Azawi is set to entertain her fans in Gulu this weekend. This after she was announced as the headliner for the Guinness Bright House event that is taking place at the Innovation Village in Gulu City on Saturday.

Azawi’s selection for Gulu does not come as a surprise as the singer is not only one of the biggest artistes in the country at the moment but also a Guinness brand influencer. She will be hitting the stage alongside Gulu’s very own Polite Mosko, Adong, DJ Emma, and MC Lucky among others.

The event is part of the brand’s pan African Black Shines Brightest campaign that seeks to support, highlight, and collaborate with creatives all over the continent who are doing amazing things in the different creative spaces that they occupy.

The Gulu edition will see the brand shine a light on creatives in Gulu who are doing amazing things including Sai_Arts, Dorset, Ursula, Lagen, Lonnah Crochet and the TAKS Art Center among others.

Access to the event is by invite only.

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Humphrey Nzeyi (R), the new Chairman of the Private Sector Foundation Uganda and the new Vice Chairperson, Sarah Kagingo pose for a photo.

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Humphrey Nzeyi is the new Chairman of the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU). He was voted in as the fifth Chairman on Thursday during PSFU’s 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at UMA Multipurpose Hall at Lugogo, in Kampala.

He replaces Hon. Elly Karuhanga who has been chairman since 2019. Also voted in was Sarah Kagingo elected Vice Chairperson replacing Hon. Victoria Ssekitoleko.

The AGM was attended by over 500 hundred delegates. Nzeyi joins past chairpersons at PSFU boards Mr. Patrick Bitature, Gerald Sendawula, and the late. James Mulwana.

Other elected members are Mr. Badru Ntege – (ICT), Mr. Issa Ssekitto (Trade and Commerce), Mr. Latimer Mukasa – Member (Financial & Insurance Services, Ms. Angela Bageine – Member (SMEs), Mr. Japheth Katto – Member (Corporates), Kenneth Ayebare – Member (Transport & Logistics), Peter Kimbowa (HR, Skills and Education), Civy Tumusiime – Member (Tourism & Hospitality) and Daniel Kazibwe – Member (Culture & Creative Arts sector).

The new chairman Mr. Nzeyi expressed gratitude towards the members for their support and trust in his leadership and promised to start from where the previous board stopped. His focus will be to advocate for an enabling business environment, business development skills for the private sector to ensure businesses are competitive at a local, regional and global level and strategic partnerships.

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Humphrey Nabimanya the CEO of Reach A Hand Uganda has called for a quick solution to curb the high increased rate of HIV/AIDs, unintended pregnancies, and poverty amongst 60% of sexually active adolescent girls aged 15-19 in Uganda.

Nabimanya made this call while addressing thousands of people that gathered  Ggaba landing site in Uganda. He furthermore noted that among other challenges such as gender-based violence and gender inequalities, one of the major stumbling blocks to the success of the girl child in Uganda is a lack of access to sexual reproductive health rights (SRHR) and family planning (FP) services and resources.

“In Uganda, more than 60% of sexually active adolescent girls aged 15-19 have an unmet need for modern contraception and this number has increased the rate of HIV/AIDs, unintended pregnancies, and poverty” Nabimanya stated

Nabimanya also noted that Reach A hand Uganda and its partners for a long time have advocated and raised awareness about gender-based violence against women and girls. They have also championed in the cause to end HIV/AIDS in Uganda.

On Violence against women, Nabimanya clearly stated that Violence isn’t normal, it’s criminal. You and I can achieve a violent free society by fighting for equality for all and punishing culprits that cause these inequalities.

Reach A Hand Uganda is a youth-led non-profit organization focused on youth empowerment programs with an emphasis on Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights.

Those who know Nabimanya well know that he has a strong foothold when it comes to sexual reproductive health rights (SRHR) and family planning (FP) services and has led his team through different campaigns for the Women rights.

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25th November, (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) and runs until 10th December, (Human Rights Day).

The campaign was under the global theme: “UNITE! Activism to end violence against women and girls.”

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Have you ever imagined yourself strutting the runway of Africa’s biggest fashion awards, wearing the finest designs from the continent’s topmost designers? Well then, it could be you the Abryanz Style & Fashion Awards (ASFAs) 2022 are looking for. In preparation for staggering showcases that happen on the main event, there will be an in-person Model Casting at MoTIV, Kampala Uganda.

As known form the past, models come in from all over Africa for a chance to walk the big stage. This event is also eyed by major model scouting agencies over the continent, as they hope to discover new faces. Joram model management s already established and known for the many models whom they have placed internationally. The mother agency is partnering with Select Models one of the best global agencies and together will be working together on the ASFA 2022 model casting. It is anticipated that over 500 models will be flocking MoTIV for the casting and a chance to land a spot in either of the big agencies.

The Abryanz Style and fashion awards seek to have a broad impact on the fashion space of Uganda and the entire continent alike. “We are very excited to re discover fresh faces and put them in contact with these agencies that could change their lives. Its what this modelcasting has always been about” said Brian Aumuza the CEO of the ASFAs.

Models selected in the casting will showcase designer’s collections at the ASFAs 2022. These will also stand a chance to be spotted and scouted by top modeling agencies like Joram Model Management and Select Models global.

The Abryanz Style and fashion awards are sponsored by Abryanz Collections, Talent Africa, Serena Hotels, 91.3 Capital FM, NTV, Graphics Systems, Joram Model Management, Fenon, Imagine and Pink Coconut.

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Azawi performs ta the Guinness Bright House experience in Gulu.

By Our Reporter

Saturday was a day to remember for creatives in Northern Uganda as Guinness Uganda’s Bright House cast the spotlight on the region’s shining stars.

The event that took place at the Innovation Village in Gulu City was a melting pot for creatives ranging from visual artists to painters, recycling artists, musicians, fashion designers, footballers and digital content creators among others.

Draped in black and gold, the venue was a walk through the world of art and creativity with exhibitions from Simon Sai_arts, Dorset, Lagen, a fashion showcase from Fixbyoringa and cultural dance exhibitions from TAKs Art Center.

Activities kicked off at exactly 3pm with a sports masterclass from coach Agogo, a football star who has over the years skilled many youths and gotten them off the streets to follow their soccer passion.

His presentation was followed by a videography master class by famous music video director and film maker Saha Vybz who took revellers through his journey of videography and how he prepares for his music videos.

He talked about how to make a perfect video which included; developing a concept, studying other videos for inspiration, finding the best film crew, make a story board among others.

After this was an art and fashion masterclass and showcase that saw Gulu’s Fixbyoringa take to the runway in a 10-minute fashion bliss. The young entrepreneur spoke of commitment and consistency as the two things that have enabled her venture successfully into the fashion world.

This was later followed by a music masterclass that was moderated by Swangz Avenue’s legendary producer Benon Mugumbya and Gulu’s very own Adongo. Benon created music live on stage while Adongo spoke to the music dreamers about what one can do to stay in the game.

As the sun set, creatives were introduced to the night mode of the Bright House that included performances from Gulu’s best acts Polite Mosko, Adongo and DJs Emma and Joel.

This set the stage for headliner Azawi who performed with her band. She kicked off her performance with My year, Crazy Lover, Ache For You, Quinamino, Fwa Fwa, Lo Fit and did other bangers like Repeat It, Slow Dancing and Party Mood, closing her set with Majje, a collabo with rapper Fik Fameica.

The Guinness Bright House is expected to head to other parts of the country next year.

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