By Our Reporter

Tokosa Food Festival went down at UMA show grounds on Sunday. As expected, the festival was thronged by food enthusiasts who feasted on the vast food offerings on exhibition by the different participating restaurants.

To spice up the festival, there were lots of other engaging and fun activities lined up. From cook-offs, to eating competitions, to dj sets, and artiste performances, revelers were kept entertained throughout the day. The kids were also not left out in the fun as a play area was set up for the young ones.

Songstress Sheebah Karungi crowned the day with a thrilling performance. She stepped on stage shortly after 7pm amid cheers from the excited crowd and she went to perform some of her hit songs which included “Beera Nange”, “Akkuse”, “John Rambo”, “Weekend” and “Mummy Yo” among others that had the crowd dancing and singing along.

After her performance, DJ Xzyl took over the stage and kept the party going until 1opm when the curtains finally came down on the festival.

Here are some photos from the event.

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Under their #KoiKoiUg initiative, Kafunda Kreative has announced the inaugural Kampala Photo Week 2018

In this day an age, with increasing access to cameras, photography is a huge part of how we experience the world around us (Thank you Instagram). It is how we celebrate the things that are important to us. It is how hold on to the moments we never want to forget. This June, Kafunda Kreative and KoiKoiUg invites you to experience, snap and share Kampala and Uganda with world.

“ Kampala Photo Week is a chance for photographers young and old, pro or beginner to share their work and perspective with the world. So we are calling on everyone to share passion projects, abstract concepts or those pictures that just make them smile. However to make it exciting, we have introduced activities and daily photo challenges to push our creativity a little.” Joel Jjemba – Kafunda Kreative Community Manager

Kampala Photo Week will be a whole 7 days of activities, challenges and exciting giveaways to enable and encourage us to experience, document and share the beautiful city of Kampala and the country Uganda.

1. Kla Photo Week Meet Up: 22^nd June

Meet Ups bring people together to do more of what they want to do in life. The Kla Photo Week will bring people together over the love for Kampala, Uganda and Photography.

The evening will be the official launch of Kla Photo Week and will be an evening of short lectures, scintillating conversation, a photo exhibition from the team at #KoiKoiUG and coffee.

2. Daily Photo Challenges: 25^th – 29^th June

Photo Week is a chance for photographers young and old, pro or beginner to share their work and perspective with the world. So please don’t hesitate to share passion projects, abstract concepts or that picture that makes you smile. However to make it exciting, we have introduced daily photo challenges to push our creativity a little.

• Rise/Set

Explore those vibrant hopeful colors of your favorite sunrise/sunset.

• Favorite place.

A hidden nook, a far away place you go again and again, or a cliche place that feels like home, let us explore our favorite places

• Window

What do you see through yours?

• Focus

Show us your favorite in/out of focus moments

• Heritage

Share a photo that channels/celebrates tradition, whether yours or someone else.

3. The Night Shift 28^th June

Register to be one of the few photographers to go an adventure of Kampala, at night.

4. The #KoiKoiUg Kla Photo InstaMeet. 30^th June

To wind up the photo week, Kafunda Kreative will partner with KoiKoiUG to do a #KlaPhotoMeet, a chance to network and photograph our beautiful city Kampala.

“ This one is particularly special for us at KoiKoiUg especially as we celebrate 3 years. When we started out, this was what we did to launch the KoiKoiUG campaign. And its exciting to take another look, catch what we might have missed, but also see how much Kampala has changed.” – David Ogutu, Team Leader Kafunda Kreative.

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Kampala photo week is in partnership with SafeBoda.

“ SafeBoda as a brand was born in Kampala and we are very much excited to be a part of this initiative to celebrate our beautiful city. We encourage everyone to jump onto

a Safeboda, go and experience Kampala and capture their experiences” –Damalie Wasukira, Communications Manager SafeBoda.

“ Many of  our routines are home to work and back. There is the occasional detour to our favorite bar and maybe church.

And that is as far as our Kampala experience goes. This week calls for us to stop for a moment, and experience Kampala, snap it and share it with everyone else” David Ogutu, Team Leader Kafunda Kreative.

The Kampala Photo week will happen between the 25^th and  30^th of July.

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It’s the beginning of another half of 2018 and leading smartphone multinational, TECNO Mobile is showing no signs of slowing down as they continue to stamp their feet as the number one smartphone brand in the African mobile market with the release of yet another outstanding camera-centric smartphone called the TECNO SPARK 2.

This device which is the second version from the TECNO SPARK series fuses the computing ability of a high-end smartphone with top-of-the-line user experience of the latest Google Android Oreo System (Go edition).

“We at TECNO Mobile are proud to say that, this is another great smartphone; this next generation device is designed for productivity and style. For those of you who may have experienced the SPARK and SPARK Pro and who by now have an understanding of the fusion of brightened camera and smartphone elegance will comprehend what I am talking about. This is not just another camera phone, but one that any smartphone lover with the desire to stay in tune with the latest smartphone innovations, should have.” Stephen HA, Managing Director and General Manager of TECNO Mobile reiterated.

If compared to last year’s TECNO Spark, the new TECNO Spark 2 offers more in terms of features and design. The TECNO Spark/Spark plus flaunted a 13MP high-sensitivity camera which helps users get better imaging results anytime, anywhere and in any type of lightening condition and on the brightness aspect, the TECNO Spark/ Spark Plus showcased a display that is 12.5% brighter than any regular smartphone.

However, the new SPARK 2 not only offers a brighter display but comes with other several smartphone upgrades.

• The TECNO SPARK 2 flaunts a 6-inch HD screen (１４４０×７２０) display perfect for viewing photos, watching videos and gaming. The 6-inch display is squeezed into a small shell of 5.7mm （visual measurement） making the device comfortable to hold. On the camera side, the SPARK 2 offers a brighter camera more than any other smartphone
• In other to “light up” all your photos, especially for selfie, SPARK 2 is equipped by 2 LED ring flash in the front and 3 LED ring flash in the back, selfies have just gotten a jig with 8MP front camera module that delivers exceptional HDR portrait with night shot algorithm that lifts weak light, reduces noise in single frame and captures clearer night shots. The F/2.0 wide aperture enables more light to pass through the camera lens, thereby making selfie pictures clear even in low light conditions.
• As compared to its predecessor, the SPARK 2 also came with an improvement in the storage capacity – with two variants of ROM and RAM. There is the 16GB+1GB ROM and RAM / and the 16+2GB ROM and RAM.

• Stressing the key offerings of latest TECNO SPARK, TECNO Mobile revealed that the new device is featured by Face Unlock technology that can be used to unlock the phone when lighting up the screen. By grasping the face information, the Face Unlock has 800ms recognition rate and is more functional than the fingerprint identification feature. Also, it dons a massive powerhouse of 3500mAH battery capacity that can last for at least 11 hours on talk time and 20 hours on standby time with a new facial recognition security feature.

“This smartphone is something every tech enthusiast should have because it matches top-of-the-line performance with a stylish feel. The latest Android 8.1 (Go edition) is going to ensure an overall satisfactory general performance of the phone. Talking of aesthetics, this device is one of the most beautiful smartphones from our stable.” Stephen reiterated.

The new TECNO SPARK 2 is available in four amazing colors such as Bordeaux red, midnight black, champagne gold and city blue and can be purchased at UGX 435,000 from any TECNO branded store nationwide.

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Known for his unique hip-hop sounds fused in afro beat vibes, Neyo P—the Nigeria born rapper based in Lagos is in Nairobi for a musical sejour, under which he is releasing twin videos and audios for: “Everything Pure” and “One Time”. With his rap best described as a blend of Dagrin and 50 Cent-esque style, Neyo P is coming out strong with these fresh records, set to feature in his EP “4:19” slated for a 2018 release under the record label, “Lagos Outskirt Music”.

Everything Pure on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_Eva69yKEU

One Time on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADeaPcCTRKA

Both “Everything Pure” and “One Time” are produced by M16 and mastered by Otee Beatz with their music videos also shot in Nairobi, Kenya. “One Time” video shot by high profile Kenyan video director and producer: Enos Olik in Nairobi, Kenya with “Everything Pure” shot by budding Kenyan director: Deska Torres.

Neyo P hopes that his upcoming EP will perform better that his debut album: Back Street Class, and is convinced that his time in East Africa and specifically Kenya, will make this possible because of the artistic inspiration flowing around the region. Ahead of his releases, Neyo P says: “So many people are afraid of failure, but what I’ve learned is that failure is a great teacher and if you’re open to it, every mistake has a lesson to offer. I have learned more from failure than success, am not afraid of anything.”

While in Nairobi, he is looking to work with various acts including Harmonize, Nessa and Msupa S. He looks up to African stars like Angelique Kidjo, Dr Alban. He adds, “My goal is to reach the world with my rap, and local dialect (Yoruba and Pidgin) because hip – hop is a force in the world and I realize that like all art, it holds up a mirror to society and shows us who we. I want to reflect what people are feeling and thinking.”

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By Staff Writer

If you had a crush of singer Zanie Brown, this seems like the perfect time to let go.

On Sunday, Zanie finally showed off her husband leaving a trail of broken hearted suitors.

“Happy father’s day my handsome, thank you for being a good Dad we love you,” Zanie captioned a photo on her Instagram in which the two were kissing.

This is the first time her lover who doubles as a Pilot and Businessman has made it to the public domain.

The “Mugulu” hit maker had hitherto kept her love life extremely private that at some point her fans thought she was just another hustling single mum.

Undeniably, there have been a horde of men dreaming to have a piece of the singer, even though it all seems done and dusted now.

The development comes at a time when Zanie is continuing to enjoy massive airplay of her latest song “Mugulu” which is spreading like wildfire both on Urban and local avenues.

Mugulu was released a few months ago to the much thrill of her fans.

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Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.

This is what MTN Uganda is aiming for as the end of the 2018 edition of the 21 Days of Y’ello Care comes to an end.

The MTN Uganda 21 Days of Y’ello Care will climax with a two day career expo from 20th to 21st June, 2018 at the MTN Office in Nyonyi Gardens.

On 20th June, a panel discussion with key leaders in the Ugandan business and entrepreneurship space will address the youth at MTN offices, Nyonyi Gardens, from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.

The panel discussion will also focus on the available opportunities for the youth as well as providing career and life skills. The panel discussion will feature the following individuals:

• Wim Vanhelleputte – MTN Uganda CEO
• Japheth Kawanguzi – Innovation Village Team Leader
• Dickson Mushabe  – Founder and CEO of Hostalite
• Diana Nandagire Ntamu – ‎Director Entrepreneurship Centre, ‎Makerere University Business School

On 21st of June, the action will start at 10am and end at 4pm with a full blown career day. The career day will offer a platform for MTN Uganda staff across different departments to offer guidance, inspiration, mentorship and insight to how the youth can be better prepared for the opportunities available in both the formal and informal sectors.

Youth Groups that have benefitted from 21 Days of Y’ello Care will also exhibit at the venue, as well as MTN partners Huawei, NITA and Enable Belgian Development Agency.

Diana Ntamu Muwanga Nandagire will be speaking at the Career expo

Every year, MTN Uganda staff step out of their offices to make a difference in the lives of the communities within which they work in.

2018 was no different as MTN Uganda staff outdid themselves as they took part in the twelfth edition of its global award winning staff voluntary program 21 Days of Y’ello Care.

This year, the 21 Days of Y’ello Care focused on one of the most critical issues affecting countries across the globe – Youth Empowerment – under the theme ‘Creating a Brighter Future’. Activities were carried out in Kampala, Mbarara and Gulu.

The theme, aimed at undertaking initiatives to tackle the unemployment problem amongst the youth, saw MTN Uganda staff take part in special activities that sowed seeds of change, provided empowerment and brightened lives of those involved.

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By Staff Writer 

After successfully making Ndowozayo featuring Gravity Omutujju a mega hit, TNS’s Chozen Blood has added another song Tomanyiira which is anticipated to be a sale out to his ever growing hit collection

Chozen combined services of two great producers Baur and Artin Pro a thing that gave the song a unique and powerful sound. Listen to it here

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Owek. Charles Peter Mayinga addresses guests

By Our Reporter

Kansai Plascon Uganda, a leading paint manufacturer in Uganda, has sealed a three-year partnership with the Buganda Kingdom. This was announced during a ceremony presided over by the katikkiro of Buganda Owek. Charles Peter Mayinga at Bulange, Mengo on Tuesday.

Speaking during the ceremony, Owek. Mayiga noted that this partnership was merely a renewal of the working relationship that the Kingdom has enjoyed with the company for a while, though it is only the first partnership since the rebranding process to Plascon.

“I’m grateful that this long term relationship has been revived under the new Plascon brand. We believe the Kingdom and everyone that stays within its boundaries is going to partake of the benefits that are already coming through as a result of the new business acquisition. From today onwards Plascon is Buganda Kingdom’s exclusive painting partners of choice,” he stated.

Plascon’s Managing Director Chris Nugent was equally appreciative of the renewed relationship stating that it was further confirmation of the company’s status as the dominant paint brand in Uganda, especially in view of the new products introduced on the market this year.

“This is a really significant occasion in the journey of Plascon. It confirms that the rebranding process to Plascon was only a change of name but we retain the same value system, which is anchored on investing in the communities in which we operate,” said Mr. Nugent.

As part of the partnership, Plascon will be painting of 11,573 square meters of selected institutional buildings including Bulange, Kasubi Tombs and the Lubiri.

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Johnson Agoreyo, the Managing Director UBA Uganda addresses guests during the launch of Leo.

By Our Reporter

United Bank for Africa (UBA) has unveiled a digital solution dubbed Leo, a chatbot that enables customers use their Facebook accounts to carry out key banking transactions. This was during a ceremony held at their Head Offices on Tuesday.

According to Johnson Agoreyo, Managing Director/CEO, UBA Uganda, this product offering was developed to match customer’s lifestyles since more people are spending more time on social media.

“The formulation of this product is consistent with the bank’s customer-first philosophy, where we are doing things not the way we like but exactly what the customers want, where they want it, and in the exact platform they want. Therefore, we at UBA have collaborated with Facebook to come up with this. In future, Leo will show up on other platforms,” he said.

He further explained that Leo is a very interactive and easy to use  platform which will offer more convenience in how customers interact with the bank.

With Leo, customers are able to open new accounts, carry out money transfers and airtime top-up among others right on their mobile phones.

Gloriaus Byaruhanga, the Head, Digital Banking, UBA Uganda, emphasized that the platform is secure, noting that “the security with this platform is that for every transaction, an OTP (One Time Password) is generated to the phone number that is registered on the account.”

She also explained that to use the chat banking platform, a customer just needs to log in to Facebook Messenger and open up chat with Leo, who then takes over the conversation by telling the customer what steps to take.

The bank is continuously innovating and developing strategies aimed at making banking seamless and effortless for millions of its existing and potential customers, while also ensuring utmost safety of their transactions.

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By Our Reporter

At his peak, Bobi Wine, now a member of Parliament remixed one of the Late Paul Kafeero’s songs; ‘Dippo Nazigala.’ The Kadongo-kamu singer had sang about his long journey towards quitting alcohol, Bobi Wine on the other hand sang about his struggles with marijuana. He laid down reasons why he had quit and went on to take a swipe at his musical competitors; Chameleone and Bebe Cool both of whom had come close to death. He blamed Chameleone’s fractures and Bebe Cool’s bullet injuries on addiction. Yet subtly, Bobi Wine had blown the lid off the drug problem in the entertainment industry, but no one did take him serious, at least no serious case had yet to surface.

It’s more than five years since the ‘Ghetto Nazigala’ song, the country awakens to the Ginkesse Star, Qute Kaye, who’d just survived a lynching over stealing car headlights. There were more questions than answers; “what happened? what went wrong?” How could a music star fall so low into an abyss that could not be explained any longer? “Drugs,” some guessed. But if it was drugs, how many had gone down this path? Did they ever find their bearing back to a normal life?

1. Dave Dash (Davis Lukwago), TV and Radio Presenter

Last year in September, social media was hit by shockwaves as a video circulated. It was of Dave Dash taking a naked mile, his dreadlocks had given him away. Dave Dash would immediately check himself into rehabilitation at Butabika. A month later, he were to give a testimony of his recovery describing this moment as the most alive he’d been his entire life. Today, he seems to have left his past life behind and seems excited about the future ahead. He’s also gone on a drug awareness drive, partnering with organisations such as Reach A Hand Uganda to sensitise the youths about the dangers of drug use. He clearly did not live in denial about his problem, he came out and confronted it and seems to be winning so far.

2. Kennedy Zziwa, Hair Stylist at Hair by Zziwa

Speak of relapses, and Zziwa is there as a witness. He first publicly shared his story in light of the Dave Dash saga. In April this year, he once again came open and talked about his relapse. “I discovered from the news sites that I knocked an electricity pole in Biina. Survived being lynched. And then I was whisked to Rehab where I have been for two weeks,” confessed Zziwa. He’d been unaware of being high on drugs. Despite the relapse, he described it all as part of the recovery process and apologised to those he’d disappointed. It was no clear that there comes a point when drugs take control of one’s personality enslaving them in ways they can’t explain.

3. Iryn Namubiru, Ugandan Musician

The Ugandan music artiste was detained in Tokyo Japan for illegal possession of drugs. The singer claimed innocence and blamed her promoter, one Nigerian Kim Ueno for setting her up. Although Namubiru survived a punishment that could have gone up to seven years in jail, it still left the country talking. Till today, the facts of the matter remain unclear. Was Namubiru trying to export drugs? How many other Ugandan celebrities were in this kind of business?

4. Jackie Chandiru, Ugandan Music Artiste

Of all the former Blu3 girls, none has faced it rough more than Jackie Chandiru. The cracks of her life were first revealed by a leaked photo that showed her body with needle marks at various points. She had morphed into the Ugandan Elvis Prisley. Drugs were digging gold from her music stardom. But what could have driven Chandiru to drugs? Could it have been her failed relationships? Was it something she’d started out as an experimental exercise only to find euphoria in it? Chandiru last surfaced in public in 2017 during another of her relapses. The family rushed her back to rehab in a Bunamwaya health facility. We thus wonder; “did she hit a point of no-return or will there be a music reformation for this artiste?”

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The duo of Kent and Flosso also known as Voltage Music has released a new one dubbed AYE.

In AYE, Kent and Flosso come with a club banger that will leave you grooving hard. Kent and Flosso ia featered by new talent Vadbeats who blends in so well.

AYE visuals were produced by director Digo who has undoubtedly done it justice.

Watch AYE here: https://youtu.be/cjjEe-u-Rs4

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With her concert fast drawing close, Swangz avenue rebel kid Irene Ntale has released her latest video titled “Miss Kateteyi” which is already enjoying good airplay.

Miss Kateteyi is another ballard that will make you want to fall in love. Meanwhile the female singer will hold her first concert since leaving Swangz Avenue at Serena hotel.

Watch video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0XDhZffYEE&feature=youtu.be

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Singers, A Pass and Vinka will host the forthcoming Spinny Silent Disco. To be held on Saturday, June 30 at Atmosphere Lounge, Kololo, the event is billed to be another party explosion in the city.

As has always been the norm with Spinny Events, there will be a lineup of celebrated Kampala spinners like DJ Urbanstar, DJ Crim, Deejay LL, Lolah, Slick Stuart and Roja, Benon DJ, DJ Jerry, Malias, Bryan among many others to grace the decks.

DJ Spinny, who is known for hosting plush gatherings in Kampala and Kigali noted that the party will be nothing short of excitement and explosive merrymaking.

“There is a lot in stock for our fans,” he said. “The music, the DJs, and the energy we hope to exhibit is nothing you’ve seen before.”

A Pass and Vinka being some of the top-selling new generation artists, Atmosphere Lounge is expected to flood with stylish and free-spirit youthful fans.

Staff Writer

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South Africa based Ugandan socialite Zari Hassan has been announced as one of the judges and patrons for the 2018 Miss Uganda Pageant.  She will also be a guest speaker at a CSR (corporate social responsibility) activity targeted to young girls organised by the Miss Uganda Foundation.

According to Brenda Nanyonjo, CEO of the Miss Uganda Foundation, Zari was chosen as one of the judges because she is the epitome of “beauty and brains”. “Zari is the perfect example of our motto at Miss Uganda which is beauty with a purpose! She is not only a beautiful woman but she has managed to achieve so much in her career as a businesswoman while she is raising 5 children. We believe she will be an excellent judge for the pageant.” She said.

Talent Africa’s CEO Aly Allibhai also noted that, “We are really excited to have Zari as a part of our team for the Miss Uganda Pageant. She is a strong independent women who is an inspiration and role model to young women in Uganda. The things she has achieved are phenomenal, she has been though many hardships but she always find a way to bounce back and keep developing and building her personal brand to be one of Uganda’s most celebrated personalities.”

The Miss Uganda finale is slated for August 10th at Kampala Sheraton Hotel.

Staff Writer

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Airtel Uganda Managing director Mr. V.G. Somasekhar

Airtel Uganda has partnered with Kwese TV, a provider of decoder TV services in Uganda, to launch Mobile TV services.

Dubbed Kwese Iflix, it offers subscribers a chance to watch TV on-the-go regardless of location, time or whether or not they have an active TV package.

Commenting about the partnership, Airtel Uganda Managing Director Mr. V.G. Somasekhar noted that with a stable and reliable internet connection, anything is possible. “With countrywide 3G broadband, reliable 4G connection and affordable data bundles, we are bringing opportunities and passions closer to Ugandans. Thanks to our partnership with Kweseiflix Ugandans can have full time access to football during the exciting World Cup season,” he noted.

Airtel Uganda is providing a unique proposition to its customers, where one subscription gives them access to both Airtel’s discounted data bundles as well as content from Kwese Iflix (Two in one subscription through airtel money).

Kwese Iflix’s amazing content offers include; live coverage for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia – and much more on Kwese Iflix’s world class platform with the best international, regional and local content programs, to stream or even download.

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One of the acts at a previous edition of the Fête de la Musique concert.

World Music Day 2018, also know as Fête de la Musique, celebration is on this weekend. The annual music fete which is aimed at promoting music for everyone, from amateurs to professionals, and encouraging artists to perform in public spaces for free will be held on Saturday, June 23 at the French School along Lugogo Bypass.

To be held under the theme, “transforming the youth through music, creation, fusion and the power of the MC”, it will be headlined by UK hip-hop artiste Rodney P alongside Skitz in a hip-hop reggae fusion showcase. The concert will also feature performances from regional artistes including Uganda’s Byg Ben Sukuya, Nemesis Keya, Recho Rey, and Yallah MC, and DRC’s  Control Posse Kongoloko and R’Afrika among others.

The music concert will be preceded by a traditional instrument making workshop which will kick off at 3pm at the same venue. The session will be led by Albert Ssempeke, a well know instrumentalist and creative hailing from the Buganda Kingdom.

Started in France in 1982, Fête de la Musique has grown to over 120 countries and 700 cities around the world, transforming the event into an iconic international music affair.

Staff Writer

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aYo Uganda has hit one million customers in less than 2 years of existence in Uganda. With a joint venture between MTN and MMI Holdings, aYo was formulated to have a strong focus on delivering micro-insurance solutions across the African continent.

While addressing the media at Kati- kati Restaurant, the Chief Executive Officer aYo Uganda, Edwin Kwesiga, noted that this milestone cements the fact that aYo is the fastest growing micro-insurance company in the country today.

“We are happy to announce that our customer base has grown to 1 million. This means we have been able to build trust in our valued customers, we have always been committed to serve and provide our customers with innovative products” he said.

“I would like to thank our Customers, the Government and the Regulator, as well as partners for their loyalty and contribution to the growth of the aYo brand over this one year.” Kwesiga further noted.

aYo Uganda plans to make insurance relevant, accessible and easy to use thereby adding value to improve the lives of all Ugandans.

aYo Uganda, opened its doors to the Ugandan market in January 2017 with 2 products namely aYo Recharge with care and aYo Send with care. aYo Recharge with Care offers MTN pre-paid customers an easy way to get FREE hospital or life cover whenever you load MTN airtime. Adding aYo Send with Care to the MTN Mobile Money transfers means that, in the unfortunate event of your passing or should you be hospitalized for a night or more due to an accident, aYo will pay triple the amount you sent to your recipients into you MTN Mobile Money account in form of cover.

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By Stuart G-Khast

Money bag Brian Kirumira who is popularly known as Bryan White is back on his feet and ready to resume his activities with his founded and self funded Bryan White Foundation. Bryan White yesterday revealed all activities will resume now that he is fully recovered and ready to work. “I have fully recovered and will resume work this week or early next week.” he said.

Bryan White earlier this month suffered severe sickness that left him admitted in Nakasero hospital where he was after a week refered for further treatment. It is then that the tycoon furthered his treatment in an anonymous hospital from which he returns in better shape this week.

He has assured those that were within vicinity upon his return that he will be returning to work starting this week.

Watch video:

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dfcu Bank has appointed Andrew Kabeera as the new Chief Operating Officer. A seasoned banker with experience spanning over 13 years, Andrew Kabeera is responsible for among other aspects establishing operational excellence and great experience across all touch points and driving the strategic goal of Superior financial performance on cost income ratio.

His role entails management of Business Technology Operations; Procurement; Facilities & Administration; Credit Operations and Banking Operations – all aimed at supporting the delivery of the Bank’s strategic agenda.

Andrew Kabeera joins dfcu from Standard Chartered Bank where he was the Head of Corporate and Commercial Banking Operations. Prior to that, Andrew held a number of senior positions as Head of Consumer Banking Operations; Head of Risk; Head of Governance for Technology and Operations plus Head of Banking Operations.

He has a good understanding of Banking Operations and how to derive efficiencies through a broad range of IT services. Andrew brings on board a wealth of experience having worked in a number of big centralisation projects for both Operations and IT and also has international exposure from Nigeria, UAE, Kenya, Nigeria, Zambia, Singapore and Malaysia.

Andrew was the chairman of the Operations Committee at the Uganda Bankers Association for 2 years where he delivered a number of industry wide initiatives.

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