Miranda Bageine Musoke, the Manager dfcu Investment Clubs, speaking during the ‘Battle for Cash’ season 2 launch.

dfcu Bank, in partnership with NTV Uganda and Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC) have launched Season II of the Investment Clubs Challenge dubbed ‘Battle for Cash.’ Battle for Cash is a nationwide campaign targeted at instilling a savings and investment culture in Uganda.

In 2017, dfcu Bank held a six-month long campaign that had its teams go round the country carrying out regional saving and financial literacy workshops. Some of the topics covered included; Why and how to save, where to invest money so it can grow, things to think about when thinking of investing and so much more. This was aimed at changing the perceptions and attitudes about money, savings and investments. With over 200 investment clubs applying to enter the campaign, 20 clubs were selected and pitted against each other in a competition that saw Geneber Outspan Organic Farmers from Amolatar emerge as overall winners walking away with a cash prize of UGX 25 million.

As part of several efforts to promote a savings culture in Uganda, dfcu Bank introduced the Investment Clubs program in 2007 providing a conducive platform to foster group savings.

The dfcu Bank program has since grown with over 15,000 active Investment Clubs that cut across all segments including students, the professionals, women and youth. Following last year’s inaugural campaign, dfcu registered an increment in Investment Clubs with over 6,000 Clubs being set up from July 2017 to date.

Speaking during the launch of the second season of Battle for Cash, the dfcu Bank Chief of Business and Executive Director, William Sekabembe said; “Financial inclusion is a major agenda for dfcu Bank. We have been taking the lead on this since 2007 when we introduced the Savings & Investment Clubs. We believe that providing financial literacy is critical in driving financial inclusion in a sustainable way. As we launch the second season of Battle for Cash, we will be looking to build on the achievements of Season 1. There was a positive response to the campaign in respect to the financial literacy workshops across the country and the competition in general so we believe there is a greater opportunity to raise more awareness and challenge notions about savings and investments.”

The clubs that took part in the six-month challenge benefited a lot from the theoretical and practical sessions with the specialist trainers in different areas of business. The clubs were challenged to re-examine how they run their operations, aspects of governance, their investment ideas, their savings models and so much more.

“The growth and change we have seen in the clubs that took part in the challenge last year is commendable and is directly in line with our brand promise of Making more Possible,” Sekabembe added.

Season II promises to present participants with intense and more challenging tasks and even greater learning opportunities. According to Miranda Bageine Musoke, the Manager dfcu Investment Clubs, there will be more winners and prizes and greater audience engagement.

“We have maintained the financial literacy workshops and regional prize draws to be held in 6 regions of the country to create more awareness and involvement in the campaign. In terms of categories we have maintained the special category for Women Clubs and Youth to increase their chances of winning. Unlike last year when the audience only got a chance to vote for the Clubs that would win, this year we will be involving the public in the competition right from the start of the show. As the audience follows the show every week, viewers will be able to vote for their favorite Investment Club to stay in the competition till the end. This will serve as a motivation to the club and also increase audience engagement,” she added.

The ‘Battle for Cash,’ challenge will provide a free platform to Investment Clubs to showcase their success stories over a period of six (6) months. Additionally, clubs which are able to present innovative investment ideas and demonstrate the ability to consistently pool savings towards the realization of their objective for a minimum period of six months will be eligible to enter the competition. They will have the opportunity to show case their ideas and investment projects on NTV Uganda.

dfcu bank has increased the overall cash prize for the second season of ‘Battle for Cash’. In comparison to last year where the winners got UGX. 25 million, this year, the winners will walk away with a cash prize of UGX. 30 million. Registration for this year’s challenge starts on 27th June 2018 and will go on till the 26th August 2018. The TV show will start airing on NTV Uganda in September.

The NTV Uganda Managing Director, Johnson Omolo said: “At NTV we are happy to be part of ‘Battle for Cash’ for the second year running together with our partners dfcu Bank and PwC. As a leading broadcaster, we value financial literacy and investment clubs as a catalyst to behavioral change for both our audiences and Ugandans at large and there is no better platform than ‘Battle for Cash’. We promise to deliver an entertaining and action packed production for Season 2.”

Over UGX 100 million in prize money has been set aside for the best Investment Clubs. Additionally, one delegate from each of the 20 selected clubs that will enter the competition will be sponsored to attend a study tour in Nairobi to share experiences, network, and widen their knowledge and contacts. This as the top seven (7) clubs receive free business advisory services, from PwC for a period of one (1) year.

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Ykee Benda in a scene from “Amina” video.

Ykee benda aka The boy so tender is commonly known for his gentle touch to the note with songs like “Malaika”, “Super Man” and most recently, “Whistle”, a collaboration with songstress Rhema. In most of his songs he has  always come off as smooth and easygoing for the ear, allowing his audience to sink into his amazing creativity.

But Ykee Benda took his fans on an unexpected twist with the release of his dancehall hit single titled “Amina”.

“Amina” is a dancehall song crafted around a man’s love for a beautiful African woman.  It’s different from any Ykee Benda sounds you’ve had before and you can be rest assured, it will get you dancing.

Last week, he released a world class video for the song in partnership with Swangz Avenue. Directed by Swangz Avenue’s Marvin Musoke, it is a well choreographed and colorful video.

AMINA is a profound demonstration of Ykee Benda’s creativity and flexibility which allows him to freely explore his vocal prowess.

Watch Amina video below.

Staff Writer

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Comedian Tumu Siime cracks up guests at Infinix fans party

By Our Reporter

On Saturday, Infinix Mobile hosted a party for the Infinix XClub members at Club Illusion, Acacia Mall. Held under the theme, “The Voice of X fans”, it was aimed at bringing together members of the Infinix online community in an offline setting to strengthen bonds among members.

Organised to be a day event, doors to the hangout were opened at around noon and members started streaming in. They were welcomed to soft music playing on the club speakers, and then treated to a quick bite. Conversations were abound as the members settled in and got to know each other better.

To keep them entertained, they were engaged in several activities including singing competitions and dance offs in which they were rewarded with several Infinix goodies which included mobile phone, gift vouchers and branded speakers among others.

Some of the guests that attended the Infinix fans party

The event was spiced up with a performance from sensational comedian Tumu Siime who cracked up the audience with jokes about current affairs, technology and how it has impacted our daily lives, among other things. There was also a performance from rising musician J-Watts.

Speaking at the ceremony, Infinix’s Lino Zhang thanked members for their loyalty to the brand and noted that such parties will continue to be held more regularly. He also added that the parties will be extended to other regions across the country.

Infinix XClub is an online platform where individuals sign up to be part of the Infinix family and thereafter engage with other members on different topics of interest from technology to sports to music, name it. Members are then rewarded with points which can be redeemed to purchase different Infinix products.

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Dubai based Ugandan who is also ex-lover to tycoon SK Mbuga is latest entrant in the music fraternity. Alina has released her debut single titled “My Love” where she cries out for love.  In My Love, Alina sees herself becoming the next big artiste to grace the music industry this year.

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Desire Luzinda is one of the known female artistes in Uganda for her music and curvaceous body. The singer has for the past decade been on top of her game. You cannot mention some of the most beautiful female singers without mentioning Desire.

Here are some of the best pictures of the singer.

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Michael Jackson’s dad has passed away. Joe Jackson died early Wednesday morning at 89, after he had been hospitalized in June with terminal cancer according to TMZ.
He raised ten children, mastering the careers of the Jackson 5, Michael Jackson, and daughter Janet.
At the high of the Jackson’s family success, there was much talk of Joe Jackson being an abusive father who did not allow his children to call him dad.

Joe Jackson arrives at the 2018 Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party on Sunday, March 4, 2018, in West Hollywood, Calif. (Photo by Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP)

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Socialite Huddah is in trouble with fans.

The Kenyan socialite and entrepreneur has been bashed by fans, calling her a hypocrite and a snake following her interview with Wasafi TV where she confirmed that she fell out with Zari over Diamond Platinumz but admitted to missing their friendship because apparently, they shared with each other personal things.

Huddah and Zari were involved in bitter cat fights last year, after reports emerged indicating that she was having an affair with the Tanzanian singer behind Zari’s back.

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Fast rising talent singer DJ Lito now adds to the growing number of city men who have openly expressed strong admiration for TNS female singer Sheebah. The Muwaguza singer recently expressed interest in singer Sheebah saying he would be glad to receive a collabo from her and even better if she let him date her. “I Like her Confidence and craziness” He added.

DJ Lito is currently working on his Muwaguza album also identifies that he would love to work with Sheebah on a project but in his next album. Currently about to drop his anticipated “Remote” Video DJ Lito has been spotted several times in company of Kabako, another crew on if he wants to join TNS and further date Sheebah.

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The “Just the way you are” hit maker was scheduled to perform at a concert on August 31, 2018, to mark the 10th anniversary of Swangz Avenue but he has just released his tour schedule and it does not indicate any dates in Uganda.

Last year, Taurrus Riley’s performance in Uganda was cancelled at the last minute after his management failed to reach a conclusive agreement with the event organizer Red Fog Events.

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The legendary singer will entertain his fans at a concert dubbed, “Legend Saba Saba”, that will be held on December 07.
Speaking at Roast and Rhymes last weekend, the “Champion” singer said the concert will have no curtain raisers although he did not divulge details about the venue. Chameleone also revealed that he is currently working on a reggae album that will comprise of a few gospel tracks.

Last year, Chameleone held a sold-out concert dubbed “Legend-Hit After Hit”, on June 30, at Lugogo Cricket Oval, that saw performances from several top artists like, Radio and Weasel, Ziza Bafana, Gravity Omutujju, among others.

hameleone

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The mother of Sheila approached the singer last year, saying her daughter needed an urgent heart surgery to save her life but the family was financially handicapped.
Bebe Cool stepped in, solicited for donations and the first operation went successfully with more to follow next year.
The Gagamel CEO will be holding his “The Golden Heart Concert” on August 3, at Kampala Serena Hotel and its proceeds will go towards sending five more children with heart problems to India for heart surgery.

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Zari Hassan has been accused of stigmatizing people living with HIV following her eyebrow raising comments on social media about ARVs.

The South Africa based Ugandan socialite took to social media on Monday, to sound off people claiming that the child support she gets from her ex Diamond Platinumz finances her lavish lifestyle. In her post, the mother of five reaffirmed that she is self-made, adding that the message was intended for some people and that those not concerned should not “ropoka kama ARV’s kufichwa mchana, kumezwa usiku,” meaning, “should not act like people who hide ARVs during day time and swallow them during night time.”

This angered her fans who criticized her of stigmatizing HIV victims, with one fan commenting;
“She should have thought of her followers who are victims before making such a statement..it’s not funny at all!”

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Five weeks ago, the Coco-master posted a video on his Instagram page, showing him walking hand in hand with his now deceased one year old son Daniel but the toddler’s attention was drawn more to the pool despite his father leading him away from it.

This prompted a number of fans to question the safety of the baby and asked D’Banj to put in place a number of precautionary safety measures, like watching him carefully and erecting a gate to limit the toddler from accessing the swimming pool without an adult.

D’Banj’s son died on Sunday, June 22, after drowning in the same pool, while the singer was in US attending the 2018 BET Awards.

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In the latest developments regarding the beef between NTV presenters Justine Nameere and Faridah Nakazibwe, the former has petitioned high court to block Faridah Nakazibwe from travelling to the United States of America where she has her next gig to co-cost the Uganda Festival between 30th August- 3rd September at Gaylord National Resort Hotel- Washington DC.

If court issues an arrest warant on the News anchor, it will be impossible to travel until the two have issues resolved. It should be remembered Justine Nameere demanded 500 million shillings from Nakazibwe citing defamation, charges Faridah Nakazibwe has paid a deaf ear to.

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By Our Reporter

Sexual Minorities Uganda,  an NGO that advocates for the protection and promotion of human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Ugandans, has released a report on Health Care Discrimination for Uganda’s Sexual and Gender Minorities.

Authored and researched by Austin Bryan, Research Fellow at Sexual Minorities Uganda, the report is based on in-depth interviews conducted with in the LGBTI community in Kampala from 2015 to 2017, as well as activists, researchers, journalists, and government officials in the Ministry of Health.

According to the CIA World Factbook, about 390,000 individuals of Uganda’s total population are sexual and gender minorities. In addition, a 2016 study of 3,000 Ugandan University students found that about 1 in 3 students reported having been “in love with someone of the same sex,” while nearly 1 in 5 reported being “attracted to someone of the same sex”.

The report indicates that despite this, no government funding is directly allocated in the health sector budget for reaching sexual and gender minorities as a key population, with funding almost exclusively from NGOs.

It adds that sexual and gender minorities face several barriers in accessing health services including: non-inclusive policies and programming, knowledge and attitudes of health service providers, and all forms of discrimination against LGBTI persons.

Furthermore, the report found that although the Ministry of Health, in response to Anti-Homosexuality Act of 2014, issued guidelines for non-discrimination of sexual minorities at all health facilities, it has not gone far enough to make sure they are actually followed.

Due to the discrimination while seeking health services, and accounts of discrimination towards LGBTI persons, the report says many sexual and gender minorities avoid going to hospitals or health clinics altogether. According to the report, this has put the general population of Uganda at a higher risk for general health concerns when compared to the rest of the world, and especially at risk for epidemic diseases such as HIV.

Read the full report here.

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In another move to cement his theme and foundation obligation to Awaken the youth from poverty, tycoon Bryan White has pledged to give free cultivation land to organized youth who want to practice commercial agriculture.  Bryan White recently while announcing his comeback after suffering severe sickness briefed a group of youth at his Munyonyo based pad and pledged they would be able to get free land to cultivate if they wish, he urged more youth to send in proposals and be part of the project. “I acquired a big chunk of land on Hoima road and I am willing to avail it to all people who want to cultivate. I want to get all youth active and empowered financially” he said.

“We are planning on setting up a demonstration farm in Busunju to employ and train a number of youths to be able to acquire farming skills to use in their struggle to fight poverty,” he added. Bryan White earlier this year purchased 500 acres on Busunju Hoima road where he intends to establish a textile facility.

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Vivo Energy Managing Director Mr. Gilbert Assi (L) and Goodlife Pharmacy’s CFO Mr. Chris Kieu (R) officially launch the Goodlife pharmacy at Shell Namirembe in the Company of Vivo and Goodlife pharmacy staff.

In order to significantly widen the access to world class pharmacy and health hub (wellness centre) services to Ugandans, Vivo Energy Uganda has signed a partnership agreement with GoodLife Pharmacy that will see its pharmacy stores set up within existing Shell service stations across the country.

Driven by the steady growth in convenience-seeking customers, Vivo Energy Uganda is refurbishing existing Shell service stations so that they not only include high-quality fuels and lubricants but also offer services including shops, quick service restaurants, pharmacies, ATMs, tyre centres and car wash facilities.

During the inauguration of the partnership at Shell Namirembe, Gilbert Assi, Managing Director Vivo Energy Uganda said that Vivo Energy has invested in convenience retailing to offer a wider range of services to both customers who fuel and service their vehicles at Shell service stations, as well as walk in customers: “The partnership with Goodlife Pharmacy continues to reaffirm what we have always said and believed in – that convenience retail is an extension of our core business at Shell service stations”.

“Today marks the culmination of a partnership of two great household brands, offering a one-stop shop for consumers in Uganda. We promise to deliver genuine, quality and affordable products to our customers at their convenience. We are excited about the opportunity the East African region provides of building a sustainable business with a duty of care to its citizens, which aligns with Goodlife’s vision. Our commitment is dependent on our customers’ support and we shall endeavour to build more partnerships to realise this vision.” said Chris Kieu, Goodlife Pharmacies’ Group CFO.

Chief Pharmacist, Sarah Ameso, noted that since its establishment in Uganda in 2016, Goodlife has endeavoured to support the National Drug Authority’s mandate to provide quality pharmaceutical products and services across the country. This day marks the beginning of a partnership that will extend access to these services to all our citizens and ensure a healthy and vibrant society that can actively participate in the economic development of Uganda.

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Ms. Tina Wamala, the Public Relations Officer MultiChoice Uganda.

The Pay TV scene in Uganda is undergoing a revolution with the incorporation of the ability of subscribers to enjoy their favorite programmes on the go. This is due to the proliferation of smart phones in the market and reducing costs of internet data.

Multichoice through their flagship brand, DStv Uganda launched DStv Now, a service offering not just movies and catch up content but live TV too. The product which has been on the market for more than two years now has two services Live TV and Catch Up.

Ms. Tina Wamala, the Public Relations Officer MultiChoice Uganda says DStv Now is a special service that can be enjoyed by all DStv Subscribers and it is a value added service as long as one has the DStv app downloaded on their phone.

“As we progress in the World Cup season, our subscribers can watch the matches on their smart phones by simply downloading the app. DStv Now allows up to 4 devices using the subscribers connect ID and is available on the web, on Android and iOS devices especially smartphones and tablets,” she said.

To get the app, subscribers just need to download the app from the Google play or Apple App Store, launch the app and login to your DStv account with your connect ID, link your smartcard to your DStv Now account and then start watching.

The move was influenced by the growth in internet usage among Ugandans who majorly access data from the telecom companies. There are currently seven telecom companies in Uganda which are majorly offering both voice and data services.

According to the statistics from Uganda Communications Commission, the telecom sector in Uganda has registered growth in the 3 rd quarter of 2017 registering a 10 per cent increase in internet users who rose from 15m in 2016 to 17m in 2017. The estimated mobile internet subscribers increased to 14.8 million up from 13.3 million people in 2016. Prepaid Internet subscribers increased by 3 per cent registering growth from 23m recorded in 2016 to 24.2 per cent in last quarter of 2017. The internet penetration per 100 persons also increased by 6 per cent recording 48.2 per cent in 2017 up from 45 per cent recorded in 2016.

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Richard Bona addresses media during a press conference held on Friday.

By Our Reporter

Jazz enthusiasts can look forward to what is certain to be the biggest night of jazz in Uganda after American star Richard Bona promised a weekend in jazz heaven at the Johnnie Walker Jazz Safari this Saturday, June 30.

The Grammy Award winner is the main act at this year’s edition of the country’s premier jazz show, and at a press conference today the celebrated bassist assured jazz fans he would literally blow them away when he takes to the stage at Speke Resort Munyonyo lakeside, which is the new venue of the show.

“We are ready to party in Uganda,” an excited Bona announced. “I have been looking forward to the show for months and I cannot wait, tell every jazz lover in Uganda to prepare themselves for an awesome evening of fun and joy tomorrow.”

Originally from Cameroon, 50-year-old Bona is an acclaimed artiste who has performed with a number of icons including Manu Dibango, Chaka Khan, Salif Keita among others.

The artiste also boasts close to a dozen albums to his name in a career spanning more than two decades.

“We promised jazz lovers only the best would do for the 11th edition and Bona is one of the finest fit you will find. His musical skills and talent transcend generations. To put it simply he is the kind of talent you do not get to see every day so we are thrilled to be part of his show in Uganda,” said Roger Agamba, International Spirits Brand Manager at
Uganda Breweries Limited.

The American star will be joined by some of the best that local jazz music has to offer with names like Kaz Kasozi, BlackRoots UNLIMITED, Michael Kitanda, Tony Trumpet and Aloysius Migadde.

“This is going to be the biggest night for jazz in Uganda, and every jazz lover cannot wait to see Bona in action,” said Tshaka Mayanja, founder of the Jazz Safari.

Tickets to the Johnnie Walker Jazz Safari will go for Shs130,000 for individuals while a table of 10 will be available for Shs3m. The Johnnie Walker Jazz Safari partners include Stanbic Bank, who are offering discounted tickets of Shs100,000 for everyone who pays using Visa cards via Stanbic POS machines.

Stanbic Bank Head Corporate Communications Cathy Adengo, while speaking at the press conference elaborated on the discounted tickets.

“We have been supporting the Johnnie Walker Jazz Safari for some time now because we value each and every partnership that adds value to the community while at the same time supporting our role as a financial institution. As the official financial partner of the Johnnie Walker Jazz Safari, we believe convenience is key in fostering lifestyle
while giving our customers the opportunity for flexibility in making payments through card usage in our digital platforms. This continued sponsorship of the Jazz Safari event is proof of our commitment to building a better tomorrow through digitization,” she said.

Discounted tickets can be purchased through card at selected outlets including Game, ShopRite Acacia and House of Walker.

The other partners are Guvnor, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, NBS TV, Pepsi and Speke Resort Munyonyo.

The Jazz Safari has since 2011 supported the Rotary Clubs of Uganda for causes in farming, breast cancer and starting last year, a project at Kampala School for the Physically Handicapped. This term, through friends and partners in England, Disc Manufacturing Services, a new specialist ICT center, complete with specialised equipment for disabled children, and valued at £50,000 (about Shs250m) is being set up at the school.

Gates will open at 2pm with a series of activities like cocktails, boat rides, makeup by Imani, a cigar lounge and an exclusive whisky experience for whisky lovers and many more.

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