In a bid to enhance recycling and waste segregation, Hariss International Limited the manufacturers of the Riham Products have entered into a partnership with Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) where they will be providing Two Hundred and Seventy Five (275) Litter Bins to all KCCA schools, and division offices within Kampala District.
Hariss International Limited. has a strategic goal to sensitize the youth in Uganda on the importance of plastic recycling. Their aim is to grow and inhabit a culture of recycling among the youth right from an earlier stage. They will invest in awareness initiatives, and easy to learn teaching campaigns that can assist the youth to understand what to recycle, how to recycle, and where to recycle.
Hariss International Limited. believes in a spherical economy where recycled plastic bottles can not only be reused for various other purposes but where the act of recycling can also be used as an alternative source of income for our community and wealth creation for the nation.

They will be officially handing over the said litter bins to KCCA at Kawempe Church of Uganda Primary School on Monday, 19th November 2018.
“In order to grow a recycling culture within our nation it is quintessential for us to collectively set a foundation upon which recycling can actually be achieved. It would be somewhat pointless to request an individual to a recycle a plastic bottle when they have to walk over a mile to find a recycling point. Therefore we all have a responsibility not only as manufacturers but as citizens of Uganda, to see to it that we can ease access to recycling especially within schools where we are endeavoring to encourage the youth to inhabit a culture of environmental conservation.” Ms. Racheal Luwedde the Public Relations manager Hariss International Limited noted.

They anticipate to further grow such partnerships in collaboration with more local communities, municipals, and authorities across the country.
KEEP KAMPALA CITY CLEAN.

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Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Uganda has announced its sponsorship of the 2018 MTN Kampala Marathon through its brand, Rwenzori Pure Natural Mineral Water.

As part of the sponsorship, the beverages giant will handover UGX 75 million worth of water and UGX 75 million in cash. They shall also deploy 100 people to collect the plastic discarded during and after the run in continuation of their recycling efforts and efforts to remove used plastics from the environment, therefore limiting environmental hazards.

Speaking during the handover ceremony, CCBA’s Commercial Director Ivan Oboth said, “Coca-Cola is always proud to be part of a good cause and we are passionate about improving maternal health – this year`s marathon theme, both as a Company and at a personal level. This relationship shall continue for many years to come.”

“In the true spirit of the partnership, three hundred employees will participate in the Marathon,” he added.

On his part, Mr. Simon Kaheru, the Public Affairs & Communications Director for Coca-Cola Beverages Africa noted that, “The marathon gives us an opportunity to collect plastics and disseminate the message about recycling to all participants so that we limit the environmental damage caused when plastic is not disposed of properly. We shall therefore deploy plastic collection points along the MTN Marathon route.”

MTN’s Chief Marketing Officer Olivier Prentout welcomed CCBA’s sponsorship of the MTN Kampala Marathon. “We are proud to enjoy such a strong partnership with Rwenzori Mineral Water. To rally behind initiatives to cause a better standard of life for our customers and Ugandans at large is what true corporate social responsibility is.”

“We know that we cannot do much without hydration and we are grateful for this continued gesture from Rwenzori especially this year when we added the regional marathons that called for more water.” He added.

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dfcu Bank in partnership with Monitor Publications Limited’s (MPL) flagship brand Daily Monitor and Uganda Investment Authority-UIA, awarded various women entrepreneurs who participated in the Rising Woman Expo which featured over 100 women led businesses. The expo was the peak of the Rising Woman initiative that was launched in July 2018 to recognize, celebrate and promote a culture of mentorship among women in business in Uganda.

dfcu bank recognized and awarded 3 women entrepreneurs with cash prizes of up to UGX 30,000,000 million and an all-expense paid study tour trip to Nairobi after emerging victorious in a highly competitive proposal writing competition. The awards ceremony was presided over by former Vice President of Uganda Dr. Specioza Wandira Kazibwe.

The overall winner Krystal Ice Limited took home UGX 15,000,000 million, Cradle Child Care Centre, the first runner up was awarded UGX 10,000,000 million and second runner up Kalaa Mugosi Women Empowerment Limited received UGX 5,000,000 million.

According to dfcu Bank’s Chief Executive Officer, Juma Kisaame; “Over 650 women entrepreneurs have benefited from the Rising Woman initiative and we are proud that today, we have showcased some of the beneficiaries of this initiative. The purpose of running the competition was to ensure that women get an opportunity to articulate their business ideas in writing and win funding for the same.”

“The expo has provided women entrepreneurs with an opportunity to showcase their businesses as well as share knowledge with other fellow entrepreneurs.” He added.

As part of the Expo there were also a series of business clinics on topics including; How to effectively sell/market products, embracing digital platforms to grow business and Juggling business and family.

Over thirty-five thousand (35,000) women have benefited from the dfcu WiB capacity building sessions since inception of the programme in 2007. They have been trained in matters of taxation, record keeping, investment licenses, importance of business registration and marketing.

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• The reduction of the mobile money tax is from 1% to 0.5% on withdrawals only and takes effect on Saturday 17th November 2018
• There is no more tax when sending or receiving money and making payments

Kampala, Uganda  MTN Uganda has today implemented the revised tax measures on mobile money transactions – from 1% to 0.5% on withdrawals only.

The implementation comes after the assenting of the Excise Duty (Amendment) Act (2018) into law by President Yoweri Museveni. This Act reduces the tax that went into force on 1st July 2018 and limits its application to only withdrawals from customers’ mobile money wallets. The tax will not apply to other forms of mobile money transactions like payments, sending and receiving money and deposits or buying of airtime and bundles using MTN MoMo.

This is a welcome move that is applauded by the industry because the customers spoke, and they were listened to. MTN’s hope is that the reduction in the tax will bring back mobile money customers who had been discouraged from using the service due to the high cost of the tax.

We believe that mobile money has greatly accelerated financial inclusion by overcoming access to money barriers. It also further promotes business, trade and commerce especially within the informal sectors of the economy and rural, hard to reach parts of Uganda which have no access to formal financial services.  

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By Nila Faisal

Singer Cindy Sanyu has confirmed that she is in a relationship.
Speaking in an interview with NBS, the former Blu*3 revealed that she has been dating a mysterious man for a year now but is not ready to unveil her new man in public yet. Her reason? Media ruins relationships and it’s partly why her relationship with her ex Ken Muyisa failed.

However, Cindy promised that they will go public when their relationship heats up and they are ready to take it to another level.

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• The MTN Mbarara Run was the third and last regional run ahead of the MTN Kampala Marathon
• Over 1,500 participants had registered for the run by Friday 16th November, 2018
• KCCA had the strongest outing, grabbing 3 out of 12 podium positions available
• Prisons and Police both took 2 out of 12 podium positions available

Mbarara: This Sunday morning, thousands of Mbarara residents braved mist, cold and rain showers to take part in the third and last regional run ahead of the much anticipated 15th edition of the MTN Marathon.

In the end Salimo David from Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) took the top honours in the men’s 10km run while Ajok Dorcus from Uganda Prisons Athletics Club took top position in the women’s 10km run. It was third time lucky for Salimo David who took part in the MTN Gulu and MTN Mbale runs but finished 5th and 6th respectively.

“I want to take part in either the 10km or 21km run next week at the MTN Kampala Marathon next Sunday” said Salimo David who was buoyed by his win and impressed with his resilience after taking part in three runs in a space of 21 days.

Wardress Ajok Dorcus who was in April this year promoted to Assistant Matron by the Commissioner General of Prisons for having represented Uganda at the Common Wealth Games in Australia 2018 also impressed at the MTN Mbarara run as she warded off stiff competition from Cheptegei Rebecca of UPDF and Achiru Nite of Ndejje.

Ugandan middle distance runner Dorcas Ajok is not new in the country’s athletics history as she notably took part in the IAAF World Cross Country Championships in Uganda last year. She is well known in the track events and won gold at the 2016 All Africa University Games held in Johannesburg, South Africa.

“I came here to look for long distance endurance experience as I prepare for the runs next year” she said. She also confirmed, like Salimo David, that she will take part in the 10km MTN Kampala Marathon that will take place on Sunday 25th November, 2018.

KCCA turned double victors in both the men and women’s 5km run as Chelimo Calvin and Cheko Moi took top honours. Sunday Sarius and Chemutai Vincent from Uganda Police took second and third places in the men’s 5km run while Chelangat Rebecca from Prisons and Chebet Aisha from Arua finished in similar place in the women’s 5km run.

It has been a good outing for the Uganda Police Athletics club who also finished strong in last week’s Gulu Run. Kassim Latigo, a renowned Senior Fitness Instructor from Lakes Gym and Spa took the runners through a warm up session from 6.30am at the MTN Mbarara Run which was attended by a mix of running enthusiasts, family and friends.

On a weekend that saw celebrated sports journalist Andrew Kabuura get introduced to media personality Flavia Tumusiime, many had hoped that a local runner from Mbarara would put icing on the cake by taking a podium position but it was unfortunately not to be as local runners were swept away thanks to stiff competition thanks to visiting runners who came from other regions of Uganda.

Jose Chameleone and King Saha provided the much needed entertainment after a warm down session and prize giving ceremony. At the run, MTN Marathon partners and sponsors Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, Stanbic Bank, Huawei Uganda, Vision Group and SPEDAG were present courtesy of their regional executives and representatives.

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The Voltage Music duo of Kent and Flosso have won the Artist of the month of October from Urban TV.

The duo released “Byafaayo,” and within two weeks, the song has become a monster hit in clubs, radio and TV.

Winning this accolade wasn’t trivial. The “Overdose” stars had to wrestle and beat Beenie Gunter, B2C as well as A-Pass – a known Twitter master to clinch the price.

Urban TV announced the winner in congratulatory message on their twitter handle. In response, Kent and Flosso thanked Urban TV and their fans for voting.

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A reveler celebrates after answering correctly one of the trivia questions.

By Our Reporter

For months now, club goers around Kampala have been experiencing a new wave of fun when they hit their favourite hangout spots thanks to the ongoing Tusker Malt quiz nights that have taken center stage in most city hangouts.

The quiz nights have been going on in bars such Bay Lounge, Lugogo Bypass, The Gardens in Najjera, Peacock (Luganda) on Tuesday’s, Valhalla on Lumumba Avenue, Moto Moto Gaba on Wednesdays, Trends Lounge Bugolobi and Arena 1 sports bar in Kisementi on Thursdays, Dons Club Kampala Road and the Cloud Lounge Capital Shoppers Ntinda on Friday and last but not least Monalisa Club in Kabusu doing the Luganda every Sunday.

Friday night was not any different as revelers at Club Dons and Cloud were treated to a fun night full of tricky questions, music and a lot of cold beers as they danced the night away welcoming in the weekend.

Luganda quiz that’s dubbed “MBUULIRA NE TUSKER MALT LAGER” which happens every Friday at Dons left revelers in awe as most struggled to answer the fun tricky questions with the rest cheering.

“Quiz nights is a way for people to unwind from the day’s hard work and just have a good time. What better way to do it than with a fun quiz, company of good friends and a cold Tusker Malt beer,” Estella Muzito head of beer at Uganda Breweries Limited.

Revelers get the chance to answer fun trick questions in teams of four to five people in a total of four rounds with each round marked by the quiz master. At the end of the four rounds, the winning team gets to walk away with goodies from Tusker Malt.

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By Our Reporter

The UG Pineapple Comedy tour came to an end on Friday with a show stopping comedy experience at Laftaz lounge, Centenary Park in Kampala. By 8pm, Laftaz was filled with revellers ready to catch some rib cracking jokes from a host of comedians including Teacher Mpamire, Dolibondo, Optional Allan, Madrat and Chico and Amooti Omubalanguzi among others.

At the entrance to the comedy show, free cocktails and shots of the Pineapple flavour were handed out to the enthusiastic revelers who waited for Uganda’s biggest comedians. The UG Pineapple lounge was a good place to stop and have a sunshine pineapple experience with the new UG flavour.

Comedy is only an addition to this Uganda’s biggest export and helps to bring fans together. Comedy at Laftaz’s gave the comedians a chance to showcase their improved talent. While new kids like Optional Allan are coming into the industry with promising talent, older comedians like Napoleon Emma who were flat in the yesteryears are now an improvement and their delivery of jokes is superb.

Dolibondo has never found it hard to make people laugh and he did not disappoint. Amooti on the other hand is still as funny as ever. He has incorporated music into his set and this has only spiced up and improved his stage performance. Madrat and Chico are also steadily researching and learning how to turn normal everyday life into a pack of jokes.

The show was crowned with a performance from the biggest male musician on the scene today, King Saha who perfornced his best hits, Biri Biri and Very well, among others.

Here are some photos from the event.

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Cement dealers in Kampala join a team from Hima Cement to officially unveil the new Supaset 32.5R at the company’s head offices on Monday.

By Our Reporter

Hima Cement has today introduced a new product on the market, the Supaset 32.5R. Launched under the tagline, ‘strength and speed in one bag,’ Supaset is consistent in quality and is fast setting. This new development comes to reinforce the company’s commitment to innovations that cater to the everyday needs of their customers.

“We are committed to developing and improving to provide high quality products that our customers can trust and rely on. Our products adhere to the stringent quality standards and undergo very strict testing procedures to ensure reliability.” Said Hima Cement Marketing Director Mr. Allan Ssemakula at the launch of Supaset 32.5R at the company head offices in Kampala.

“The Supaset 32.5R answers the question of aesthetics.  Many of our customers always prefer a dark finish, and we offer that with our new product,” he added. “The new brand also  sets much faster, rapidly gains strength and comes packaged in Kraft paper bag for less dust emission. “

SupaSet is suitable for high strength, medium and low strength concrete projects that include among others, flooring for both domestic and industrial purposes, making foundations, blocks and other everyday maintenance and renovation projects.

The new cement brand is already on the a market and is available at the leading hardware stores in the country.

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Voltage Music duo (Kent and Flosso) are slated to premiere their latest hit “Byafaayo” at Club Amnesia this Thursday 22nd November 2018.

“Byafaayo,” a runaway hit from the talented duo is repeated several times a night in leading clubs, and is on rotation on most radio and TVs stations, where it is No.1 on some charts.

Leading Kampala DJs like Selector J and other elite DJs around Kampala has even listed the love song as No.1 on their Tidal mixes.

Voltage Music who just won Urban TV’s Viewer’s Choice Awards from is expected to fill Amnesia with their usual high-power performance.

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Uganda Waragi pineapple ended its tour of the country with a show stopping comedy experience at Laftz lounge at Centenary Park in Kampala. The once popular Laftz Lounge regained back its lost glory with the entry of UG Pineapple Comedy onto its night line up. By 8pm, Laftz was filled with revellers ready to catch some rib cracking jokes from Teacher Mpamire, Dolibondo, Optional Allan, Madrat and Chico and Amooti Omubalanguzi.

At the entrance to the comedy show, free cocktails and shots of the Pineapple flavour were handed out to the enthusiastic revellers who waited for Uganda’s biggest comedians. The UG Pineapple lounge was a good place to stop and have a sunshine pineapple experience with the new UG flavour. Only five months on the market, UG Pineapple is already a favourite for many lovers of Gins and Whiskeys. Comedy is only an addition to this Uganda’s biggest export and helps to bring fans together.

Comedy at Laftz’s gave the comedians a chance to showcase their improved talent. While new kids like Optional Allan are coming into the industry with promising talent, older comedians like Napoleon Emma who were flat in the yesteryears are now an improvement and their delivery of jokes is superb. Dolibondo has never found it hard to make people laugh and he did not disappoint. Amooti on the other hand is still as funny as ever. He has incorporated music into his comedy and this has only spiced up and improved his stage performance. Madrat and Chico are also steadily researching and learning how to turn normal everyday life into a pack of jokes.

The show as crowned with a perforamcne from the biggest male musician on the scene today, King Saha who perfornced his best hits, Biri Biri and Very well, among others

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Gagamel boss, singer Bebe Cool has for a while been constantly attacked by some Ugandan music fans and critics for his political views ,taking it as far as asking people to stop supporting his music.

The father of five has now taken to his social media pages to address certain controversial messages that have been going around tarnishing his name.

In his recent post, he lets his fans know that he misses them and is cooking new different music for the Uganda music industry. He also attacked those judging him based on his political views, asking them to use their brains well before proceeding to let his supporters know he will be returning on stage this December, 26th at the Tondeka e Kiwatule concert.

“Good morning Uganda and a big thank you to my fans & friends for the love you always show me. I deeply appreciate many of your recent requests for me to return home. Let me take this opportunity to reply to you all who #MissingBebecool. I miss you too guys and can’t wait to be back home but i have to cook a different meal to make the Uganda music dining table more interesting for the next 5 years hence the long stay.’’

“ Let me also address the ongoing social media attacks from some Ugandans towards me based on my political choice. It is high time, you start using your brains not only to think but also to always diggest issues so that you too can win. I am already a winner”

“Well, i will return to stage performances starting this#BOXING_DAY_26th_Dec_TONDEKA_EKIWATULE_MUTIMA_GWA_ZABBU and the proceeds will go towards paying school fees for 200 primary children in a chosen district 2019.” He wrote

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Ugandan singer Bebe Cool is undisputedly one of the most generous singers Uganda has heard.

Following the announcement that he will be paying school fees for 200 primary school children, the Gagamel boss has offered to reward a lucky fan $1,000 that translates to over Shs 3.7m.

The 41-year-old singer has taken to Facebook to start up a challenge that involves fans describing his life story in not more than 500 words, and the fan with the best story takes the reward.

“This is Bebe Cool then and now.They say pictures tell alot and these two pictures,one taken in 1994 and the other taken in 2018 have alot to say about me.

Describe my life story in a shot coment(Not more than 500 words) and you win 1k dollars(3.7M Ugsh) on boxing day.” Bebe Cool posted.

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Singer and actor Hellen Lukoma is one less lonely girl in the world. This is after the “Honourables” actress introduced her fiancé to her parents on Sunday in a traditional ceremony “Kukyala”.

Photos of the couple’s special day have since gone viral on social media with many fans wishing them nothing but the best in their next life journey together.

The couple will reportedly wed early next year.

Hellen Lukoma earlier this year revealed she had gotten engaged although at the time, she declined to reveal the identity of her fiancé.

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Media personality Flavia Tumusiime will tie the knot with her longtime boyfriend sports personality Andrew Kabura next year.

The couple held an intimate introduction ceremony “Kuhingira” on Saturday where the NTV news anchor got to introduce Kabura to her parents.

News of the couple’s ceremony soon spread on social media like fire with many fans congratulating them.

However, singer A Pass who has always had a crush on Flavia did not share the sentiment. He instead took to social media to pour out his hurt in a series of posts.

“The best thing to do now is to move on, what has happened has happened, as painful as it maybe I have to go forward like Amama mbabazi…. a wise man once told me the best revenge is to improve yourself… now am going to improve myself and come back stronger. There is nothing I can do about the issue now even if I switch off the TV the news will still go on. At this moment no one can console me at all so I will be going off social media to cry for seven days on a mountain 😭😭😭 #GuliWano 💔💔💔 Good Bye 👋🏾” A Pass posted.

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NSSF Head of Marketing and Communications, Barbra Arimi(L) and NSSF Deputy Managing Director, Patrick Ayota addressing the press.

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has announced a benefits payment plan that will allow qualifying members to retain part of their savings with the Fund at the point of exit to avoid depletion of their life savings within a short period.

The innovation, dubbed NSSF Draw Down Payment Plan, will be eligible to members who qualify for Age Benefit and Withdrawal Benefit.

According to the NSSF Act, Age Benefit is paid to a member of the Fund “if he or she attains the age of fifty years and has retired from regular employment; or if he or she attains the age of fifty-five years”.

Withdrawal Benefit is paid to a member of the Fund “if he or she attains the age of fifty years; and if he or she has not been employed under a contract of service for a period of one year immediately preceding his or her claim”.

Withdrawal Benefit is also paid to “any person who ceases to be a member of the fund by virtue of being employed in excepted employment”.

Speaking to media at the launch of the plan at Workers House, Patrick Ayota the Fund’s Deputy Managing Director said the plan will enable qualifying members utilise their NSSF savings slowly as they work through a retirement plan/investment that works for them.

“We have received several requests from qualifying members to pay them a portion of their savings and pay them the balance in installments as they finalize their investment plans for the large sums saved.” Ayota said.

“It helps to extend income security during retirement because a member can decide how much they wish to retain in their NSSF account and when they wish to claim it all. This will enable our members avoid the risk of burning out life’s savings upon payment of a lump sum at a go by cushioning against losses, which may arise out of making rushed investment decisions,” he added.

The Draw Down Payment Plan was informed by a survey conducted amongst 45- 60 year old members where 62% said they would consider the payment of their benefits in installments rather than receiving them in a lump sum.

According to an earlier internal survey by the Fund, more than 70% of the beneficiaries had depleted their savings received from the Fund within two years, and most wished they had had an opportunity to receive their savings in installments.

Members also will have an opportunity to maintain a cash flow pattern that they may have been familiar with while still in employment.

Ayota also said that members that enroll for the plan would continue to receive annual interest on their balances retained by the Fund in line with the interest that will be declared by the responsible minister in a given Financial Year.

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The change in the route of the 21kms half marathon and 42kms marathon for the MTN Kampala Marathon is predicted to improve the time put up by elite runners. According to the Uganda Athletics Federation (UAF), the new routes have reduced hills and also avoided high traffic areas that often play a role in the times put up by the athletes. The 15th edition of the MTN Kampala Marathon takes place this Sunday, 25th November 2018 starting at the Kololo Airstrip.

“We have ensured that the new route has fewer hills and with that, we expect to see some improved times put up during the MTN Kampala Marathon. Several athletes did come to us and explain that the route had many hills. We have listened to them and reduced the hills so now the expectation is improved time,” explains Faustino Kiwa, the Organising Secretary at UAF.

In the previous editions of the MTN Kampala Marathon, athletes have also had to go as far as Bwaise and the Northern Bypass. This has posed several logistical challenges for the organisers. This is in terms of security and ensuring that the traffic flow is managed for athletes to have a good running experience.

“For the 42kms runners, we are going to have a circuit. There is a section of 16.5kilometeres that the athletes will have to run twice. That is what we’ve called the circuit. For spectators, it is also an opportunity to see some of the runners twice since they’ll be going around part of the route twice,” Kiwa adds.

In 2017, the winner in the Men’s category Sammy Kip-Ngetich Kurgat from Kenya of the 42kms marathon completed it in 2hours 19 minutes and 5 seconds whereas Kimaiyo Rael Jepyator from Kenya won the Women’s category in 1 hour 58 minutes and 14 seconds.

Kiwa also noted that there will be a 20 minute split in the start time, with the 42kms runners flagged off first, followed by the 21kms runners.

For the 10kms runners, the route remains the same. According to MTN Uganda, the proceeds for the MTN Kampala Marathon are going to support the improvement of maternal health.

Kit collection and physical registration are also ongoing at MTN Headquarters at the former BAT building, Stanbic Garden City, William Street, MTN Service Centres along Kampala Road, Lugogo Mall, Clock Tower, Forest Mall, and Victoria Mall in Entebbe. Physical registration will cost Shs25,000 per kit and will be ongoing until 23rd November 2018.

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Eddy Kenzo(3R) with part of Big Talent and Airtel’s Noela and Sumin pose for a group photo.

By Our Reporter

It was in 2008 when Eddy Kenzo broke onto the music scene with his song “Yanimba” featuring Mikie Wine. Ten years later, Kenzo has grown into one of Uganda’s top artistes. The local music star now wants to celebrate his 10-year music journey with fans in a mega concert that will take place on 4th January, 2019 at  the Kampala Serena Hotel.

“As I celebrate 10 years of my musical career, my path has been filled with success but it has come with its bumps. But together, we have survived the storm and for this I am forever indebted. Come and be part of this milestone as we continue to make history together,” said Eddy Kenzo.

Eddy Kenzo has become a staple in Uganda’s songbook with popular songs like Stamina, Sitya Loss, Jubilation, Mbilo Mbilo, Nice & Lovely, and Pull Up among others.

On his rise to stardom, Kenzo has broken both local and global records in most musical spheres including being the first East African to win the BET award and Nickelodeon Kids choice award.

Speaking on behalf of Airtel Uganda, Ms. Sumin Namaganda, the Public Relations Manager congratulated Eddy Kenzo on his success over the years. “We are proud to be part of Kenzo’s journey. Over the past four years, we have seen him become a global brand and reach heights only attained by great artists. We pledge to continue supporting Eddy Kenzo and promoting Ugandan talent,” she said.

As part of the anniversary celebrations, Eddy Kenzo recently released a 20 track album “Roots” honoring his musical journey. The fete will also provide fans with new ways to engage with Eddy Kenzo online-sharing memories and driving deeper into his musical journey.

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By Our Reporter

The Smack League(TSL) has announced a partnership with the Bless a Child Foundation( BCF), a non-governmental organization that provides care support services to children suffering from cancer and related infections. The partnership comes in fulfillment of its Corporate Social Responsibility.

TSL, spearheaded by the Devils (99-04), the League’s defending Champs identified with Brian Walusimbi, the founder of BCF and his work and started informal relations with them, assisting where they could and eventually culminating in this partnership. This partnership shall see BCF join TSL match days and support the Devils (99-04) who shall carry the BCF as their shirt sponsors in the League. BCF shall also play a few friendlies along season 3 with select TSL sides and the kids shall join the match day atmosphere to participate in football, jumping castle and other games, hosted by TSL.

TSL shall also as part of the partnership throw the children a Christmas party in the mid-season break where TSL shall hold a fundraising drive to source supplies for the home both domestic and food stuffs. On the agreed date members from TSL shall carry the items to the Kampala home and spend a day with the children at the home, this time hosted by BCF, share a meal and party, play kids games and have a front seat to see BCF’s work with many of the kids.

The partnership is initially for season 3 but there are plans to extend it to further seasons.

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