A mother of all parties dubbed ’The One Million Dollar Party’ is being organized and will take place in swanky Club Guvnor, with guests set to win lots of prizes.
The event which is being organized by The Scandinavian Haves on Thursday 30th November 2017.
The Scandinavian Haves is a Europe based events company run by Ugandans. For an entrance of just 50k, revellers will experience a night like never before in Kampala. It will be the first of its kind.
The One Million Dollar bash is expected to give partying in Kampala a whole new experience like never seen before.
With the disintegration of the Rich Gang following the untimely passing on of Ivan Ssemwanga, The Scandinavian Haves comes to take over the entertainment nightlife of Kampala.
Sources close to the organizers say lucky revelers will win amazing prizes from Samsung, a partnering company of the night. The prizes that include smart phones and phone accessories will go to lucky winners who will be selected after a raffle draw.
Joyce N Tamale, the Managing Director Uganda Health Marketing Group (UHMG) was late last month awarded with Welfare and Civil Society award at the 2017 Africa’s Most Influential Women Awards.
“Huge Night for Managing Director, Ms Joyce N Tamale and UHMG as a whole at the 2017 Africa’s Most Influential Women in Business and Government Awards. Joy is a deserved winner in the category of ‘Welfare and Civil Society’ for Uganda and Africa as a whole. Congratulations Joy. We are grateful for your exemplary leadership and guidance. Congs again and here is too many more,” UHMG posted.
Meanwhile it was a busy day last Monday in Nsambya as Uganda Health Marketing Group (UHMG) engaged in pre-National Family Planning Conference activities that centered around the young people with the theme “No Adolescent Should Get Pregnant By Accident.” From a procession in the morning, small group dialogues and talking the sexual and reproductive health-filled information web portal, The Zone, UHMG, alongside a host of implementing partners passed on messages that promote planned parenthood (family planning) and products for the good life to the young people.
Kampala Urban Councilor Mayanja Bruhan Takar is crying foul and fearing for his life following threats from anonymous callers whom he presumes are security operatives.
Speaking to the Investigator in an interview on Monday in Kampala, Mayanja Bruhan Takar aka mpaawo atalikaaba who was arrested last week by police for unlawful procession however said, the ‘war’ is far from over.
Bruhan is the councilor for Nakivubo Shauriyako Parish in Kampala Central Division Urban Council under the NRM ticket.
The video of his arrest by police around Pioneer Mall in Kampala dressed in the famous US orange prison wear went viral.
He was arrested as he marched to Parliament on September 26 2017 to protest the tabling of the motion by move by Igara West MP Raphael Magezi seeking leave to have article 102 (b) (presidential age limited amended.
The motion already moved and has been gazetted and comes for first reading on the floor of Parliament this Thursday October 5th.
But speaking tough, Bruhan said soon after his arrest, he got several anonymous calls from people he believes are security operatives warning him to ‘back’ off his anti 102 (b) amendment.
“I was arrested as I exercised my rights to freedom of expression. I was detained at CPS for two days and later released on police bond after being charged with unlawful procession.
The OC CID Kampala Central Police Station confirmed that Bruhan was arrested and bonded vide SD26/26/9/17. “His bond has been extended to the 16th of October 2017 after he reported back today (October 2 2017),” he said.
Bruhan said he was arrested and locked up along with scores of UYD (Uganda Young Democrats) and a one Murungi Jonathan aka Black the sub county general secretary National Youth Council. Murungi has also since been released on bond.
“I need to inform police and government that intimidation on me and other will not deter us from pushing our agenda of restricting the lifting of the presidential term limit,” he said.
“On Thursday as the motion comes for the first reading on the floor of parliament, we are not sited. We are planning new tricks and riots within town. Watch out,” he said.
Police Spokesman AIG Asan Kasingye has however reechoed his earlier warnings that nobody whether pro or anti the age limit debate will be allowed to hold processions in town.
Similarly, the 13 arrested MPs whose bond were cancelled by police for failing to report at CIID headquarters in Kibuli have vowed not to rest until their agenda is finalized.
Former FDC president and Presidential contender has also announced new plans or boycott, by requesting the elite to park their vehicles at home and use public means (boda boda or taxi) as a new means of protest.
Last week, one of Uganda’s brightest prospects, Ykee Benda, excited fans with his performance in the third episode of the 2017 Coke Studio Africa. Working with Mozambique’s beloved Mr. Bow and Zimbabwe’s world famous Jah Prayzah, Ykee kicks off the Big Break track center stage clad in an African print shirt and matching fedora.
Tanzanian Boss, Izzo Bizness, and Kenya’s stunning talent, Avril, were the week’s headline artists whereas South African superstar Shekhinah, and Ethiopian rockstars Jano Band, worked together on the Coke Studio Africa Throwback.
This weekend, African music giants Eddy Kenzo from Uganda and Bisa K’dei from Ghana joined up to discover more about each other’s music on their quest to make a brand new original mega hit for the forth episode of the music mashup series.
Other big names in this week’s episode include Kenyan hip hop icon, Khaligraph Jones, Nigerian Superstar Patoranking and Tanzanian hit maker Ali Kiba.
Khaligraph Jones partners with Rwandan R&B heavyweight, Bruce Melody for the Coke Studio Africa Throwback and Togo’s own star-on-the-rise, Ozane, partners with Patoranking and Alikiba, in this week’s Big Break.
Coke Studio Africa is a non-competitive music collaboration show, which seeks to bring together, and celebrate the diversity of African music and talent. It also gives upcoming artistes the opportunity to work with some of the best local and international music and production talent. It brings together artistes from different genres, eras and regions to create a modern and authentic African sound through musical fusion.
To keep up with all Coke Studio Africa related information including artistes, collaborations, lyrics and television airing times follow the hashtag #CokeStudioAfrica.
A picture of hot sizzling babes has gone viral on social media, we can reveal. The unidentified babes were enjoying cold waters behind some falls and decided to pose for a photo which for some other reasons has gone viral on social media platform WhatsApp.
The picture has caused scrotal eruptions among men because it is surely tempting looking at this bikini dressed women. The four are a real bombshell. Enjoy the picture!
All roads lead to Uganda’s Finest Ultra-Modern Lounge with a Bar, Restaurant, Spa & BBQ Terrace ‘Max Lounge’ this Friday 6th October 2017 as the new hangout will open its doors to the general public for the first time.
Spin master Deejay Cisse will spin the discs alongside other Deejays this Friday at Max Lounge’s opening.
The new posh hangout is located along Kyaliwajjala-Kira Road, next to the new Total Petrol Station
Max Lounge is the first of its kind concept in Uganda with a Sports Bar, Fast and local foods Restaurant, BBQ terrace exclusively for pork lovers, Sauna, Steam, Self Contained Massage rooms, Salon, Washing Bay with ample parking space.
The place can also host social functions like get together, corporate parties, stag parties (busiki), wedding meeting launch, drink ups and many others.
New money king in town White Bryan has fulfilled his promise to Express FC after he handed over millions to Express Executive at Kampala Serena Hotel on Tuesday. Bryan said his aim is to uplift the standard of one of Uganda’s oldest clubs. He is also said he is here to uplift living standards of youth by injecting more onto them.
“Fulfilling my promise to my team Express FC,” Bryan posted on his wall after handing over millions to the team which he is a fan to.
In October 2002, Emirates became the first airline to link Japan and the Gulf region with non-stop flights when it introduced its four-times-per-week service to Osaka. Now serving three points in Japan daily, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has carried over 3.9 million passengers* in 15 years of service to Japan. The number of passengers carried in Emirates’ first year of operations–roughly 66,000 in 2002—has grown to nearly 530,000 passengers carried between Dubai and Tokyo (Narita and Haneda) and Osaka in 2016. This achievement is the result of Emirates’ commitment to providing the Japanese market with convenient and innovative products and tailor-made services.
Emirates marks 15 years in Japan
Adapting to demand in terms of both quality and volume, Emirates continues to improve passenger experience in Japan. The opening of the dedicated Emirates Lounge at Narita (Tokyo) in 2015, and the introduction of the A380 to Narita in 2017, which increased capacity per flight by more than 135 passengers per flight, are most notable. Emirates’ flights from Japan depart at night, allowing passengers to have a full day in Japan prior to their journey.
Uniquely on routes to and from Japan, Emirates offers special Japanese cuisine, including the Kaiseki course meal and the premier selection of Sushi in First Class as well as a specially arranged Bento box and Sushi platter in Business Class, along with Japanese sake available in all classes.
Emirates SkyCargo has also played an important role in connecting Japan to the world, carrying more than 60,000 tons of cargo between Dubai and Japan between April 2014 and March 2017. Currently, major cargo imports include time-sensitive items such as cut flowers and salmon, as well as textiles. Major exports include high-tech items such as auto parts, machinery and electrical goods. Top export destinations include Dubai, Johannesburg, Barcelona, Bahrain and St. Petersburg.
Emirates’ services have contributed to Japan’s continued growth as a tourist destination. The number of inbound visitors increased by roughly 18% year-on-year as of August 2017 (source: JNTO). An upcoming attraction for tourists to Japan will be the Rugby World Cup 2019, one of the largest sporting events in the world for which Emirates serves as an Official Worldwide Partner. Emirates’ destinations in Japan remain popular with visitors from Europe, the Middle East and Africa, in particular cities such as London, Barcelona, Casablanca, and Rome.
Emirates reintroduced its A380 to Narita on 26 March 2017
Commenting on the milestone, Badr Abbas, Emirates’ Senior Vice President – Commercial Operations Far East, said: “Over the years, we have achieved healthy growth in our Japanese flights, as more and more customers experience Emirates’ award-winning service and our hub, Dubai. We are committed to the Japanese market and are confident that the demand in terms of both passengers and cargo will remain strong. At Emirates, we continue to innovate in providing a world-class service for business and leisure travel between Japan, Dubai and our global network. We look forward to continue supporting Japan’s growing inbound tourist numbers.”
Passengers on flights to and from Japan enjoy the hospitality of Emirates’ multi-national Cabin Crew, of which more than 350 are from Japan, and the award-winning ice entertainment system, with more than 2,500 channels, including Japanese content, named the World’s Best Inflight Entertainment Award at Skytrax World Airline Awards 2017 for 13 consecutive years.
Emirates passengers also benefit from a generous baggage allowance of up to 35kg in Economy Class, 40kg in Business Class and 50 kg in First Class. Passengers travelling in premium cabins enjoy lounge access around the world, including the dedicated Emirates Lounge at Narita, while Emirates Skywards members and their guests travelling on Emirates may enjoy lounges in Dubai International Airport on a pay-per-visit basis. Premium class passengers are provided with Emirates’ Chauffeur-drive service, available in Japan at Haneda Airport. All travel with Emirates earns passengers Skywards Miles on the airline’s popular frequent flyer programme.
New money on the block White Bryan is on the roll in the city empowering youth with dollars and shillings. The latest to benefit is comedian Alex Muhangi after he bumped into the new cash king in town on Tuesday night.
New moneybags: White Bryan
After scooping bundle of dollars, excited Alex Muhangi went onto social media wall to appreciate Bryan’s good heart.
“So Last night i met Sir Brian White. After our daily training, I come to meet my brother Miles Rwamiti at our local joint, i enter, next to him was a quite young man who looked like those Kololo boys.
I sat a bit far because there were millions of people around them. After a few minutes i ordered my usual (u know it) & the waitress said “no no, it’s paid for…” i said thanks.
I could tell there was business going on in the corner & everyone looked like they had something to tell this young man. So after my drink i was about to walk out & Miles says….”Aleku first come”
Alex Muhangi
So I squeezed through the many people before i could reach, the young man stood up & said to me.
“Ehh Muhangi, my name is Brian White, am a Big fan of your Comedy, nice to meet you, please have a drink on me,…”
What a welcome, everyone around gave me this eye of ….#togyikwatako
So I told him thanks I already had a few.
Then he reached his pocket & said ….
“Ohh, I’m here preaching youth empowerment and Muhangi you are doing exactly that, …..LET ME GIVE YOU TRANSPORT…”
Trust me ‘oba’ the man thought i was going to Vancouver, it was a bundle, but i could see $100 at the end, so I received it with a BIG smile.
After saying “thank you Sir”
I dint even say bye to Rwamiti, I walked out straight, no turning. Have you ever walked so fast but you feel like someone is about to tap your back saying… Boss says you come back, there was a mistake. At some time i even did this Ka small running to my Car straight to Kampala Casino Forex Bureau and changed 10 of the notes. I still have the other 8 unchanged. I didn’t even ask for the dollar rate.
What am yet to find out is if i was meant to share with anyone that’s why my phone was off since morning. Mr Bryan white please keep empowering the Youth. & I am so appreciative???????? God Bless you,” Alex Muhangi posted.
Western Artist of the year Tuma Awards Nominee Sabba Sabba A Tatya Mbeera has released his highly anticipated music Video of his song “Blow Da Whistle”. The song is about a lady who makes him whistle while doing the math calculations on how to win her heart.
The audio of the song was produced by Wani production & Moskhan production while the video was shot and directed by Jobbins Avenue along Kampala Road in the city centre.
The long awaited Milk Exhibition was launched today at Igongo Cultural Centre, with a number of people from all walks of life embracing the event. Part of the key partners that were instrumental towards the event included the Netherlands Development Organization SNV, Dairy Development Authority, Lakeside Dairy, AGDI Dairy Farm, among others.
The Exhibition which seeks to showcase the evolution of Milk that societies have gone through from the importance, rituals, beliefs, objects used in handling of Milk, milk processing and consumption of milk products was cooperatively curated.
The Igongo Cultural Institute, the Uganda Museum and The Ethnographic Museum of Zurich cooperated in research, conceptualization and implementation of the exhibition.
The Exhibition will from 30th September, 2017 run as an additional permanent inclusion in the Igongo Museum.
City sexy commercial model Efrance Nakitto has cleared the air over rumours that she is dating Katende Muhammad of Katende Muhammad Photography.
Efrance Nakitto has cleared the air over dating rumours
Speaking to Showbiz Uganda Spy, Efrance said she is not dating Katende and wants to make it clear that the rumours doing rounds are aimed at tarnishing her name, her family and that of Katende.
Efrance with Katende who is their family friend
“Katende is a family friend as well as my good friend and more so a good friend to my daughter and there is nothing more to that, I am in a committed relationship with someone I love and surely today let me clear it,” Efrance said.
It all began when someone started doing lots of funny moves to tarnish Efrance’s name. She opened up a fake Facebook accounts and kept giving out Efrance’s phone number to ‘horny’ men claiming it was the later looking for love.
Looking jolly and with a smile on face, Efrance said she doesn’t know why someone would do such to her and yet she is in a very happy relationship with someone else and getting married soon.
Katende with Efrance’s daughter and Flavia Namulindwa of Bukedde TV
“I have known Katende Muhammad as a married man and twin father, I don’t poke my nose in things that are not my business, if he separated with the wife as i have heard, it’s not my business, and i have a relationship to protect. I once again deny the rumor that am dating Katende Muhammad of Katende Muhammad photography. He is just a family friend more so to my daughter. I am committed to someone else and wedding bells on the way,” She added.
Katende is married to Zamarad Katende but it is said the two separated a few months ago and are no longer together.
Efrance and Katende posing for a selfie
“Personally I can never fight for a man, I’m way much better than that. At least I know my worth,” the model added. There you have it from the horse’s mouth!!!
You have probably danced to one of his numerous club bangers, including the single Particula which features Patoranking, Ice Prince, Nasty C, Jidenna, and Major Lazer.
Now you can party with the mega music producer who served that and several other hits come next month, right here in Kampala, thanks to Ciroc Uganda.
Ciroc will fly South Africa’s DJ Maphorisa to Uganda for the Sip N’ Dip pool party which happens on October 7 at the Cayenne Lounge and Restaurant. The event will also feature many other spinmasters from Uganda and abroad. These include Hola Jefe from the USA, DJ Rachael (Uganda), Kampiire (Uganda), Suraj (Kenya), Dark Meme (Uganda), and Kas Baby (Uganda).
“As the anthem of celebration, we are always working around the clock to bring quality and exclusive party experiences to Kampala people. The Sip N’ Dip event featuring DJ Maphorisa is not only a must-attend event, but you can also be sure of nothing short of the luxurious celebration that Ciroc is known for. Come chill by the pool sipping on Ciroc-infused cocktails, and party to the sounds of DJ Maphorisa,” said Roger Agamba, UBL’s Reserve and IPS Manager.
DJ Maphorisa, real name Themba Sonnyboy Sekowe, is a multi-talented performer/producer born and raised in Pretoria, South Africa. He started his career with the release of the chart topping single “Y-Tjukutja” in 2013. The song was undoubtedly the biggest song in South Africa that year, and catapulted him to the top of South Africa’s entertainment industry.
The following year, he produced and featured on Mafikizolo’s “Khona”, which topped many charts and won several awards in South Africa and beyond including Song of the Year at the 2014 MTV Africa Music Awards.
Gates to the Sip N’ Dip event will open at 1pm. Tickets are Shs35,000 per person and can be purchased at Cayenne Lounge, Que Pasa in Kisementi and Funz Video in Muyenga.
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has today launched the second edition of the “Friends with Benefits” campaign, an initiative aimed at promoting a savings and investments culture amongst Ugandans.
The campaign that runs as a TV show profiles former NSSF members who received and invested or used their NSSF benefits to do something inspirational and life changing.
“Our objective is to inspire both our existing and potential members, especially the younger generation to save for their retirement. As was the case in the first season, we shall showcase stories of willing NSSF beneficiaries to demonstrate various projects one can undertake to improve their lives using their NSSF benefits,” said Barbra Arimi, NSSF’s Head of Marketing and Communications during the launch.
Following the inaugural campaign held last year, the Fund registered a significant increment in its Voluntary saving plan with over 400 people joining the plan and shs670, 000,000 collected between the months of September and December when the TV show aired.
“At the end of the first campaign, 95% of interviewed Ugandans showed more willingness to save for their retirement.
Beneficiaries will be required to submit a short and compelling story, stating how they utilized their NSSF savings and transformed their lives.
In addition, relatives and friends can also share stories of beneficiaries they know whose lives have been transformed because they put their benefits to excellent use.
The Top 16 successful stories will be aired in a compelling TV show where winners will be selected through voting by the public and an expert panel of judges. Three winners will then be rewarded with a total of shs 55million to further improve their lives.
Over 500 submission were received in the first season and Harriet Balyama emerged winner of the campaign, walking away with shs30m which she used to complete construction of rental units.
The Friends with Benefits second season will run for a period of 6 months starting with the call for submissions on October 4th.
All is not well at Regal Paints Uganda as most workers have quit following the uncertainty surrounding the Sadolin-Regal Paints merger that was announced recently.
Sources close to the management have informed us that ever since word started going around that Sadolin was re-entering the market and using Regal Paints as a temporary partner while they set up here, the Sales staff have been uncomfortable with the arrangement and have been interviewing for jobs at the competitor paint companies including Plascon, Peacock and Dura Coat.
“The issue is that management is asking their sales and field staff to sell both Regal Paints and Sadolin Paints, which the sales people are finding hard. Many Distributors are unsure of the quality of the new Sadolin Paint Vs the old one now known as Plascon and they have been unwilling to stock it like before.” said our source who preferred anonymity.
In early August, Plascon bought out the Sadolin operations in Uganda, which means they maintained the quality paint that Ugandans were used to, took over their Namanve manufacturing plant and also maintained the staff and distribution networks still giving them a 60% market share of the paint market.
Beyond the sales men, Regal Paints which is in a marriage of convenience with the new Sadolin, is worried that the same issues that forced the former Sadolin paints here to shop around for a new partner Plascon might seep into their marital bed as well.
It emerged that Arkzo Nobel was threatening Sadolin to increase license fee from 5% to 10%, forcing the former to separate from the alliance and sign a deal with Kansai Plascon.
With sales men now scared to touch and sell Sadolin and Regal Paints, the Paint wars might have just come to an end even before they started.
National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has continued to its survey and pipe laying works across the country as it targets to extend water to more 12,000 villages in the near future.
Currently the water body team is involved in several pipes laying in most areas across the county as part of the ongoing Service Coverage Acceleration Programme to extend water to over 12,000 villages in Uganda.
“Leadership is an action not a position. One day, you will be held accountable for your actions. Do the right thing and responsibly,” NWSC MD Dr. Eng Silver Mugisha.
Pearl of Africa Fashion Awards (PAFA) 2017 was earlier this week launched at Press Conference held at Sky Beach Roof Top at Freedom City Mall.
The awards set to recognize contributors in the Fashion Industry in Uganda will take on December 2nd 2017 at Freedom City on Entebbe Road.
Debie Kagisha one of Uganda’s new faces on the social scene and fashion has been appointed Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the awards. Excited Debie has already kicked off the work of promoting the awards.
“The Big Bang!!!!Fashion Awards. Allow me to introduce you the Pearl of Africa Fashion Awards 2017 due to take place on 2nd December at Freedom City. For more details visit our Facebook page Pearl of Africa fashion Awards or our Instagram handle @PearlofAfricaFashionawards,” Debie posted.
On Thursday last week during the European Union’s Democracy Day and Access to Information Day celebrations, a 24 year old plumber was crowned winner of a video contest that had been running in commemoration of Democracy Day. The announcement was made during the EU’s celebrations at Makerere University.
24 year old Timothy Balyejusa, took first place in the video contest that was ran to gather youth’s opinions on what democracy meant to them.
Contestants were required to submit one-minute videos on the theme ‘My Democracy Is’. The challenge was taken on by 65 contestants, with only three of them being from female participants. The competition was part of a series of activities that the European Union was running as part of their democracy celebrations
Speaking during the prize handover, Ms. Sandra Paesen, Chargee d’Affaires at the EU Delegation remarked “Congratulations to all the winners, and everyone else who participated in the challenge. You should all be proud of your submissions. Your opinions demonstrated how much you are passionate about your country and politics.”
As the overall winner, Timothy received and walked away with a brand new Samsung Galaxy S8; second winner, Ivan Masaba won himself a Samsung Galaxy S7 while third position won Doreen Musiimenta a Samsung Galaxy J2. The other seven winners won hampers containing an EU T-shirt, flash disk, stationery and a certification of participation.
The European Union marked the Access to Information Day by organizing and hosting a round-table and plenary discussion at Makerere that had panelists comprising of Isaac Imaka, Prof. Goretti Nassanga, Nicholas Opiyo and Eshban Kwesiga. NTV’s On the Spot show host, Patrick Kamara graced the discussion as moderator. The discussion focused on the access to information in the digital era as an enabler for democracy and development; also highlighting challenges and opportunities for Uganda as a nation. The discussion culminated into a students’ debate, which brought the event to a close.
Uganda’s finest English Speaking radio station, 91.3 Capital FM together with its sister radio, Beat FM, joined the list of sponsors at the forthcoming Abryanz and Style Fashion Awards (ASFAS.)
During a mini press brief about the partnership yesterday, Capital FM General Manager Peter Mungoma referred to the ASFA’s as a phenomenal venture.
“We are excited to be part of a ceremony that attracts a youthful audience. The ASFAS resonate with our audience, the youthful population that loves style, fashion and flamboyance. We will thus use this opportunity to help the continent celebrate the individuals that have flourished in the different institutes of fashion,” relayed an ecstatic Peter Mungoma.
The mini press brief that took place at the Capital FM premises at Kisementi also had celebrated TV and radio presenter Katongole Omutongole, currently of Beat FM, relay his excitement about the new partnership.
“Beat FM is undoubtedly the best Luganda speaking radio station in the country right now. And even when our audience is not exactly the type you’d call fashion savvy, they are excited and willing to learn about trends. They will be excited to learn about fashion and be in an environment full of people that exude such oomph. It is an opportunity we won’t take for granted,” explained Katongole.
Capital FM joins a list of sponsors like Ciroc Premium Vodka, NTV, , KCCA, Bell Jamz, Uganda Police, Pemba Sports Africa, Sky Beach Freedom City, Fenon Events, Joram Model Management, Muleyi PR that are supporting the process of organization of the forthcoming Abryanz Style and Fashion awards slated for 8th December 2017 at the Kampala Serena Hotel.
Tanzanian star singer Diamond Platnumz has said he is not married to Ugandan socialite Zari Hassan and that when time comes to dump her and unveil another wife, he will do so and no one can stop him from marrying another woman.
The singer said his target is to marry 4 Wives while he asks critics to stop meddling in his life.
Diamond while posting on his social media pages using Swahili language said he is not answerable to anyone when it comes to how many number of women he should have.
Zari also did not care to wish him happy birthday and this simply means the two can be let go of each other and move on.
