By Our Reporter

A Ka Dope, a multi-art show that took a hiatus earlier this year, returned over the weekend with its seventh season and did nothing but steal hearts.

Dubbed the A Ka Dope Fusion, the Uganda Waragi – sponsored collaborative experience featured the legendary Tom Mayanja, popularly known on the Ugandan music scene as The Mith as mentor to upcoming artists Riddym 256, a young dancehall king; Lamu, a vocal powerhouse and one of the ambassadors selected for Mr. Eazi’s Empawa Project; and Shirley May, an upcoming rapper and nominee at the UG Hip Hop Awards.

The A Ka Dope band brought on the energy and set the pace for the performances that turned out to be hearty and engaging; filled with renditions of oldies from way back. When The Mith finally stepped on stage to perform collabos with the individual artistes, the crowd went into overdrive.

This season of the show will feature three episodes, all of which shall be headlined by a Mentor Artist whose role is to support the growth and development of the upcoming performer. At the end of the season, all three artistes will battle it out to select a winner. The finale will be held in December this year.

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Nanziri Annet is a happy lady and comedian. While appearing on Spark TV comedian Nanziri Annet begged Comedy Store proprietor and fellow comedian Alex Muhangi to give her a platform to expose her talent.

After giving platform and establishing MadRat and Chiko and now Maulana and Reign, Alex Muhangi is further determined to bring more talent to light. While still on a live TV show Alex called in and offered her the opportunity this Thursday at his show. An excited Nanziri knelt in appreciation and cried in joy upon the revelation.

Alex Muhangi also pledged support for other comedians by giving them a platform at comedy store.

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Singer Anita Da Diva of Zero distance fame has been off the scene for sometime now but that is not the News. She has suffered torture beyond not having a hit song in years. Anita Da Diva has cried out to however has the powers to save her from her violent marriage.

Anita was recently recorded with a sour body and fresh wounds with claims that they are evidence of some of the beatings and stabbings she has been subjected to by the yet to be identified man. Anita further alleges that her boyfriend has subjected her to drug abuse.

Watch her here

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By Our Reporter

As the 2019 All Star tour nears its end, organizers hosted a shindig to celebrate the success of the roadshows thus far.

Held at Sky Lounge Rooftop on Thursday last week, the pre-finale party was a fun-filled affair which attracted different actors in the music industry including musicians, media personalities and top socialites.

Revelers were treated to snacks which they washed down with the free-flowing beer as they danced away the evening. The party concluded towards midnight with a performance from rapper Feffe Bussi.

This year’s Bell All Star tour which was themed, “Celebrating the Fresh and New”,  featured regional concerts in Mbarara, Gulu, Kabale, Masaka and will culminate with the finale in Kampala on Friday, August 23rd.

The All-star finale will be headlined by Jamaican reggae and dancehall legends, Christopher Martin and D Major. They will share the stage with a host of fresh artists including Spice Diana, Beenie Gunter, Nina Roz, Fik Fameica, and Vinka among others, who have been performing on the roadshows.

The All-star finale will be held at the Lugogo Cricket Oval.

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By Our Reporter

Musician Ykee Benda was the star attraction at the Maverick cocktail fiesta which happened on Saturday. Hosted at Sunrise beach in Bunga, revelers enjoyed a thrilling performance from the music star.

Ykee stepped on stage at 9 o’clock amidst ululations and screaming of applause from his fans in the audience. He had the crowd dancing and singing along as he performed several of his hit songs such as Kyenkyebula, Farmer, Byonkala and Singa among others.

The singer also mingled with the fans to take selfies and danced with them mid-performance, much to the delight of the crowd.

Meanwhile, the Floral and funky themed event which kicked off at noon saw revelers served free Uganda Waragi cocktails as DJs LL and Chapati got them grooving to the hottest music.

The party later continued to Illusion bar at acacia mall where the after party had been organized.

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By Our Reporter

Vivo Energy Uganda has announced the launch of the second edition of the Shell Master Mechanics programme that will offer free training clinics and incentives nationwide for mechanics.

“The Master Mechanics programme is running for the second year, since its launch in 2018 and will work towards ensuring mechanics nationwide have the right skillset and knowledge to carry out their jobs. This course content has been carefully selected by our team of capable mechanics who have years of experience and invaluable expertise in this area,” said Alex Tusingwire, Lubricants Brand Manager at Vivo Energy Uganda.

Under the Master Mechanics programme 2019, mechanics will stand a chance to win cash prizes, brand new motorbikes and a business start-up with lubricants worth five million Uganda shillings for the grand prize. All that mechanics have to do is try Shell Motor oils and participate in the mechanics Yoola Cash incentive platform for a chance to win big. The Shell Master Mechanics incentives are valid for Shell Helix, Shell Rimula, Shell Advance, Shell Coolant and Shell Brake Fluid.

“Many mechanics across the country are self-taught or have picked up their
knowledge over time through on-the-job learning. This has resulted in some
knowledge gaps and generational myths concerning oil and engine maintenance. Therefore, mechanics across the country have a big opportunity to ask, learn and be upskilled through the master mechanics programme,” said Chairman Bukulu, a senior mechanic and trainer on the Master Mechanic Programme.

“In a market where consumers rely on mechanics to look after their cars, it’s important that mechanics have the capability to diagnose and fix most problems with automobiles on the road today. To be a successful auto repair technician, a mechanic needs to have a broad knowledge base on lubricants and engine technology,” said Alvin Bamutire, Lubricants Sales Manager at Vivo Energy.

The Master Mechanics programme 2019 is slated to run over the next two months and is open to all automotive mechanics to participate.

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By Our Reporter

As has been the case in the previous years, MTN Uganda staff will join the Rotary community in the Cancer Run that is slated for this Sunday in Kampala and in all major towns across the country in a bid to raise funds for the construction of two Bunkers that will ease the treatment of cancer.

While receiving the cancer run kits on behalf of MTN Uganda staff at Nyonyi gardens today, Bryan Mbasa, the Acting Senior Manager MTN Foundation said that the cancer run is a noble event with good intentions in the area of health that the MTN Foundation is also involved in.

“We have been supporting the Cancer Run over the years because as the MTN Foundation, we are passionate about the area of health. We believe that good health is critical to the development of the country,” Mbasa said.

Mbasa also noted that in the past, MTN Uganda has supported the Uganda cancer institute under its corporate social responsibility dubbed ’21 days of yellow care’.

Rotarian Juliet Kyokunda, the Chair of this year’s Cancer Run lauded MTN for supporting the initiative over the years.

“MTN Uganda has supported the cancer run over the years because just like Rotary, the MTN Foundation is involved in humanitarian work which entails health. Working with them is seamless and I have high hopes that our partnership will get stronger,” Kyokunda said.

Now in its eighth year, the Cancer Run, is an annual event which aims at mobilizing funds for setting up cancer treatment and management infrastructure around the country.

From the previous cancer runs, a 36 bed capacity cancer center and a blood bank have been constructed in Nsambya and Mengo hospitals respectively. Both facilities are fully functional and running.

This year’s mission remains collecting funds for the construction of two bunkers to accommodate two linear accelerator machines that are used for the treatment of Cancer. The two bunkers have been estimated to cost 18 billion shillings (USD 4.5m). So far, 1.8 billion shillings has been collected and is available in the bank.

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By Our Reporter

At Cipla Quality Chemical Industries Limited’s (QCIL) first annual general meeting (AGM), the company announced it was poised for future success, thanks to key growth drivers such as the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), private market growth and product portfolio expansion. The company’s production capacity also increased from 80 million tablets per month to 130 million tablets over the past six months. The company is undertaking an ambitious technology transfer programme to enable new products to be manufactured at its facility including a paediatric treatment for malaria, a treatment to prevent tuberculosis in newly diagnosed HIV patients and a cure for Hepatitis C.

According to the Ugandan Health Ministry, more one million people have been infected with malaria in Uganda in the past two months : CiplaQCIL has capacity to help remedy this pandemic, holding as it does and emergency stockpile of malaria treatments enough to treat 1.25mn adult patients. It was recently awarded the first tender by the USA President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) for WHO Prequalified antimalarials to an African-based manufacturer. Apart from the PMI, the company also has a long-running supply agreement with the Government of Uganda as well as a supply contract with the Global Fund, which has enabled CiplaQCIL to supply more than 25 million malaria treatments across Africa in 2018/19.

CEO of CiplaQCIL, Nevin Bradford, said: “The company is strategically placed to maximize this opportunity due to the in-market presence, cost advantage due to lower freight charges versus non-African based manufacturers and our heightened ability to respond quickly to orders.” This substantiates our mission to provide African solutions for Africans.

CiplaQCIL is also making inroads into the private market in order to diversify the company’s patient based in Uganda, in order to treat not only those dependent on the government health sector but also private patients.

The business goal is to increase the product portfolio through new medicines for the treatment of marginalized or dreaded diseases and empower Uganda and Africa to treat the most feared diseases (malaria, HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B) through more affordable, quality and efficacious medicines. Bradford said: “We currently supply ARVs to more than 500 000 people living with HIV in Uganda and Zambia. We’re also exploring technology transfers to enable us to manufacture other medication such as oncology drugs, where accessibility to treatment is still a big challenge in Uganda.”

CiplaQCIL plans to be registered in 22 countries in Africa by 2020, serving as a platform to build partnerships in these new markets. Although it is not expected that the journey will always be smooth, CiplaQCIL’s robust growth strategy bodes well for realising future potential and enables long-term growth.

With this expansion in mind, CiplaQCIL has completed a Ushs 12 billion, 4 500 pallet storage facility, distribution centre and warehouse in December 2018

Executive Chairman, Emmanuel Katongole, said: “As a company newly listed on the Uganda Securities Exchange, we hope to create avenues for regular and constructive dialogue with our shareholders to align their interests with the business objectives all the while striving to serve all Ugandans to eradicate disease and ensure quality of life.”

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By Stuart G-Khast

Singers Spice Diana and Weasel yesterday paid tribute to the late Radio at his burial grounds in Nakawuka, Kagga. According to the singers, they visited the family of the late Radio as sign to everlasting friendship with the late and his family but also to show fellow singers that the late should not be forgotten as he was one of them. Spice Diana had a deep chat with the late singer’s mother, Kasuubo Jane who expressed her gratitude in return even though she was sickly and had just returned from the hospital.

A flag was raised to commemorate Mowzey Radio’s legacy and also to show that he was a national treasure as this was done by Spice Diana and Weasel Manizo.

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By Staff Writer

Ugandan singer-songwriter, Irene Ntalé has just inked a major deal with Universal Music Group Nigeria (UMGNG). A household name in Uganda and East Africa with over 10 Million streams and downloads, Ntalé is known for her ability to fuse together sounds from the region. She is one of the leading female artists on the continent and the first artist from Uganda to be signed to Universal Music Group.

Ntalé releases her first single, ‘Nyamba’ under Universal Music Group Nigeria on Wednesday 21^st August 2019. The word, ‘Nyamba’ means ‘Help Me’ in Luganda, Ntalé’s local dialect. ‘Nyamba’ is a romantic ballad inspired by a past experience, the track is very personal to Ntalé as it speaks to the fragility and vulnerability of love.

Ntalé says, ‘I want all my fans to fall in love, dance, and be unafraid to express themselves when they listen to this song”. A hopeless romantic, she wants her fans to love without the limitations of ego. According to the songstress, love knows no ego.

Ntalé is a multifaceted artist whose genre-blending mix of RnB, Afropop, reggae, and acoustic soul has formed her unique sound. The ‘Nyamba’ release comes highly anticipated following the release of hit singles such as ‘Kyolowooza’, ‘Stamina Daddy’, and ‘Gukuba’.

General Manager of Universal Music Group Nigeria, Ezegozie Eze commented, “We are excited to have Ntalé join the family. She is an extremely talented artist and her dedication to her craft has paid off in East Africa. This partnership has been 2 years in the making and we are excited to be on this journey with her as she sets her eyes on Africa and then the world”.

Since their arrival into the market, Universal Music Group Nigeria has been on a mission to push African sound globally. The signing of this East African superstar is yet another opportunity for UMG Nigeria to take Africa to the world and bring the world to Africa. Ntalé’s deal with the entertainment company goes beyond music, she will also be partnering with U-Live Africa (a division of Universal Music Group Nigeria) to produce her annual concert Ntalé Live, which debuted in 2018 with a sold out show at the Kampala Serena Hotel.

“Being signed to Universal Music Group, Nigeria is the beginning of a new journey as we plan to take over the world.” Ntalé commented.

You can listen, stream and download ‘Nyamba’ here: https://umgafrica.lnk.to/nyamba

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By Our Reporter

Nigerian singer Nonso Amadi is in town. The “Tonight” hitmaker landed on Ugandan soil in the wee hours of Wednesday morning.

Nonso will be the headlining act at the much-anticipated “Shorts Na Lessu” event that is taking place at the Dungu resort in Munyonyo this Saturday.

“I am humbled with the love I have received from Uganda. All I can say is come to the show and expect the best from me,” he said on arrival.

He will be performing alongside numerous Ugandan artists like Kohen Jayce of Bantu vibes, Lamu and The Four Homies, Lagum, and Route 316 Band among others. The event will also feature top deejays including DJ Sesse, DJ Irakooze, and DJ Ciza.

There will be an after party at club Guvnor where all the event attendees will be guaranteed free entrance to the club.

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By Our Reporter

After a long spell of silence in West Africa, super talented diva Irene Ntale has returned to Uganda both physically and musically with “Nyamba”.

In the Afro Pop masterpiece, she appeals to her lover to help her believe in her love for him. Ntale fuses styles from East and West Africa, which explains the fact that she got signed to Universal Music Nigeria, which is a subsidiary of Universal Music Group.

On a modest beat prepared by the talented Marcel Akunwata, who also did backup vocals, Irene pulled off vocals that prove her musical maturity over the years, and we hope she produces more music now that she has broken the silence.

Listen to the song via Tidal or iTunes. 

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By Stuart G-Khast

Comedian Nanziri who has been little known by the public this morning had her comedy dream come true.

Recently Nanziri while appearing on TV revealed how her dream was to meet Alex Muhangi and possibly get employed at his Comedy Store.

A tuned in Alex Muhangi who was watching the show then called in and pledged to host her. However, Alex has done more than that. This morning Alex Muhangi paid a courtesy visit to Nanziri’s home in Ssonde and booked her for her first show at comedy store. An excited Nanziri cried before him in surprise. Alex while addressing her also pledged more support for upcoming comedians.

“I am over joyed and surprised that Alex Muhangi has booked me just days after airing out my greatest wish as a comedian. He has also paid my booking fee even before I work” Nanziri said in tears.Nanziri will be one of the first acts at Comedy Store next week.

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By staff Writer

Remembering the days when Record TV had just hit the media stage, people said that you were not watching TV unless its Record TV but along the way something happened and the station went down the drain but not for long it has risen up as one of the strong media stations that seems to threaten other big stations.

According to socialbaker.com Record TV has risen above the ranks with the fastest page growth last month and last week with 11000 plus funs which has made the station prominent

Funs’ interactions both within the page and on air is exceptional compared to the previous years. it is predicted that in the next 3 years if the station maintains its force, it will be ranked as one of the three best in Uganda

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By Stuart G-Khast

we earlier reported about Spice Diana visiting the burial grounds of the late Radio yesterday, she has also penned done message for the late Radio and to fellow artistes. The Omusheshe singer has advised that even if Radio is gone he was too good to be forgotten. The message was intended to keep fellow artistes in check.

She said “It is hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember and Mowzey Radio did. My friendship with the late Radio could have yielded a better me and a far much better music industry. It gives me relief to visit where he lies.

My friend @weasel_manizo and I yesterday visited the family of the late Radio and it was a heartbreaking but yet strengthening moment for both myself and the family of the late. We live stronger than ever now to know that our friend and brother still lives through his strong family after almost two years since he left us. We are grateful that Mowzey Radio rests in honor and peacefully.

We continue to pray that God strengthens us further for the loss of the late was a blow to those that knew and heard about him.

Continue resting in Power Mowzey Radio.”

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The rugby cranes today had their last training session at Kyadondo rugby grounds ahead of their return legs with Zambi and Zimbabwe. The rugby cranes were seen off by some of the staff from their main sponsors Nile Special and enjoyed previlage of the company of the American and South African ambassadors.The Uganda rugby team besides going for the wins have also fronted the Nile Special current campaign #NoExcuse which is aimed at reducing sexual harassment in society.

Here is the selected team to fave Zambi and Zimbabwe

1. Ssenteza Santos

2. Kivumbi Saul

3. Kimbowa Collin

4. Asuman Mugerwa

5. Odugo Faragi

6. Kanyanya Ronald

7. Otto Micheal

8. Olet Simon Peter

9. Odong Charles Uhuru

10. Asaba Brian

11. Pius Ogena

12. Ayera Desire

13. Emong Eliphaz

14. Aaron Ofoyrwoth

15. Epilo Paul Emmanuel

16. Ivan Magomu Arthur

17. Masendi Paul

18. Okorach Micheal

19. Munyani Ian Arnold

20. Wokorach Philip

21. Semwami Daudi Ashraf

22. Simwende Kimono Justin

23. Kasito Adrian

24. Oketayot Byron

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By Staff Writer

Sheila Gashumba is reported to be in heavy debt in and around Kampala. Reports have indicated that the pencil thin Sheila is not in very excellent terms with her money machine and boyfriend God’s Plan and that the two do not talk or see eachother on a daily. God’s Plan is said to always make excuses to be away or always locked in his hotel room.

Sheilah is reported to have a huge hotel debt that has not been paid in a long time and yet it still accumulates.

God’s Plan and Sheila Gashumba are said to be on verge of calling it quit as both recently unfollowed each other on Instagram and Twitter. God’s Plan deleted all his Instagram pics and videos with Sheilah Gashumba as well.

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By Our Reporter

Nigerian star Skales is in the country. He arrived at Entebbe International airport in the wee hours of Thursday morning ahead of the much-anticipated 23rd edition of Blankets and Wine slated for Sunday, August 25 at Lugogo Cricket Oval.

The “Booty Language” star who was warmly received by organisers of the show, House of DJs, and media revealed that his early arrival is due to a planned schedule to shoot a video for his new song titled, “Bomblast” featuring Uganda’s hitmaker Beenie Gunter. This will be their second collaboration, their first song being a remix to “Pon Mi” which hit air waves early last year.

Skales, real name Raoul John Njeng-Njeng also expressed his excitement upon being in the country to entertain his Ugandan fans once more promising a “lit party” for them at the long-celebrated picnic-themed event powered by Tusker Malt this Sunday.

This will be the second time the Nigerian Star is performing in Uganda. He returns with a fresh load of tracks for fans to party to that are sure to leave many thrilled.

Blankets and Wine will also feature a number of performances from top Ugandan artists like Kent and Flosso, MoRoots ft CTRL Ad Band, Gloria Achillah and many more.

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Rwandans are excited over this year’s Nyege Nyege Festival, which will be happening in September 5-8 at the Nile Discovery Beach in Jinja.

The excitement comes after the President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame and President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda agreed to sign an agreement that ceases the recent tension between the two countries. The Katuna border was closed by Rwanda in February this year, affecting trade and social life among the two sister countries.

However, yesterday following the quadripartite summit that was held in Angola as part of the dialogue intended to find everlasting solutions to the conflicts between Rwanda, Uganda, and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the two nations agreed to ‘cease the fire’ as Museveni and Kagame signed a memorandum of understanding. The agreement is expected to put the recent political, security, economic and social tensions to bed and foster cooperation in the region.

Social media is abuzz with Nyege Nyege excitement following the agreement.

To demonstrate support for the Rwandans’ excitement, Nyege Nyege has partnered with RwandAir to ensure that Rwandans travel on affordable tickets for the four day fun filled festival in celebration of the peace agreement between the two countries.

Derek Debru, the co- founder of Nyege Nyege revealed that only three Nyege Nyege tickets in Rwanda had been sold due to the political tension that was going on between Uganda and Rwanda but now the story is changing.

“As a sign of support to East African Integration and solidarity  we have decided to offer Rwandans tickets at Shs 50,000, a third of the price in a promo called Peace that is valid for 48 hours,” said Debru.

Debru also revealed that Rwandans have in the past attended the festival in large numbers.

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By staff Writer

Bobi Wine’s not so much known about sister Irene Mirembe also known as Irene Kayemba yesterday carried out charity by giving back to the destitute at Mulago National Reffferal Hospital, Kawempe Division.

Through her golden giving heart, the ‘Yanyiridde‘ singer paid a visit to the maternity labour ward thereby donating a number of household items to the expectant mothers.

The singer blessed lives of the needy with boxes of soap, rolls of toilet paper, cotton wool among others.

Irene has promised to continue with the kind act all over the country as a way of instilling them with enough hope for the future.

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