By Our Reporter DStv has announced yet another step in the direction of ensuring that customers continue to view content in the highest possible quality to improve their overall viewing experience. The pay TV provider has moved eight channels from SD (Standard Viewing) to HD (high definition). The channels that are now available in HD include; Pearl Magic Prime, Africa Magic Urban, Africa Magic Epic, Akwaaba Magic, Abol TV, Honey TV, Maisha Magic Bongo, and CNN. “We are very proud to be making this announcement as this has been one of our goals for the year. HD will truly improve…
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By Our Reporter The making of the Prestige TV series all begins when Nathan Magoola, the show producer finally quits his advertising job at Fenon Records to follow his passion—making films—at the start of 2020. Nathan Magoola says he had been trying to quit his job for the last five years, and when he finally gathers the courage to do so, it appears lady luck was by his side as the first project he settled to work on attracted interest from MultiChoice Uganda and has gone to become one of the biggest Ugandan TV shows on television today. “At the…
By Our Reporter With more people working and studying from home since the insurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for reliable and fast internet in homes has grown more than ever. With the multiple virtual meetings and online classes, more people are increasingly becoming aware of the need for home internet solutions that offer fast and reliable, yet affordable connectivity to the entire household. Lynette Nabwire, a communications executive and mother who has been working from home since April 2020 attests to the need for a more practical internet source if one is to have a seamless work-from-home experience.…
By Our Reporter One day as the NBS TV Frontline host, and Charles Mwanguhya has already had several fake accounts opened in his name. On the morning after Charles Mwanguhya had hosted his first show as the new “The Frontline” host, the NBS TV official account was out informing all their followers of a fake account opened in their new talent’s name thereby directing them to the right one. To confirm this, Mwanguhya himself also tweeted to reinforce the message. He posted: “Some frauds have created a fake account using my name and photo against the background of #NBSFrontline. Please…
By Our Reporter Uganda Breweries Limited, which is celebrating its 75th Anniversary in Uganda has been recognised by the Ministry of Finance for the immense contributions made to Uganda’s socio-economic development. The commendation was given by Hon. Henry Musasizi, the State Minister of Finance for General Duties during a high-level dinner hosting various stakeholders that have been a part of the brewer’s journey in Uganda. He said, “Uganda Breweries spends over 45 billion Shillings annually in farming communities all over the country. This contribution to the agriculture sector is truly transformative in its impact on reducing unemployment in the country…
By Our Reporter CNOOC Uganda Limited is undertaking a livelihood program, that is targeting displaced people that have been affected by the oil pipeline project works in the Albertine region. This program whose overall goal is to restore agricultural livelihood, re-establish or exceed pre-Project levels of crop and livestock production and productivity will enable farmers affected by the project works have access to alternative farming land and better farming systems so as to improve their way of life. Speaking at the handover ceremony of 3,000 chicks to 6 farmers in Kikuube district, Peter Banura, LCV Chairman Kikuube district commended CNOOC…
By Our Reporter Omwoleso, an online marketplace has announced a 25% discount on all products on the platform. Nicholas Spencer, the lead at Omwoleso says, “this 25 per cent discount is aimed at introducing our incredible creators and makers to the world. We are excited to share their incredible products and showcase these makers.” Omwoleso.Africa is a virtual marketplace set up by MoTIV to enable creatives to sell their products on the local and global market. This creative Tribe consists of Product Designers, Videographers, Fashion Designers, Photographers, Performing Artists, Sculptors, Painters, Music Producers and Writers. The virtual market is an…
By Our Reporter Coca-Cola Beverages Africa in Uganda (CCBA) has introduced a new beverage on the market, Ades Nutri-Bushera, made from locally procured sorghum and millet. The non-alcoholic soft drink was unveiled on Saturday during an exciting virtual event that featured performances from Sheebah Karungi, Karole Kasita, Allan Toniks and Irene Ntale. According to Melkamu Abebe, the Managing Director CCBA, the launch represents the company’s commitment to invest in initiatives that drive the ‘Buy Uganda, Build Uganda’ agenda while pursuing its business goals. “The launch of Ades Nutri-Bushera is part of our larger strategy to grow sustainably by creating shared…
By Our Reporter Saturday afternoon at Naguru Skyz hotel was a typhoon of sweet aromas as finalists in Yalelo Uganda’s “Prepare, Share and Dine competition” showcased their culinary skills, bringing a tasteful end to the month-long competition. It was Chef Mark Kaheru and his elite team of judges who were tasked with choosing the best five out of the 10 participants who were nominated, to be rewarded with the ultimate prize of a six months’ supply of Yalelo Uganda’s freshest fish. For Gertrude Ojangole, Chosen Akellot, Kayongo Hamis, Lillian Namuddu and Nanyonjo Sharon who emerged the best, it was no…
By Our Reporter Uganda joined the rest of the world in a virtual tour as Johnnie Walker Princes Street, the eight-floor new visitor experience for the world’s best-selling Scotch whisky, officially opened in the heart of Scotland’s capital city. A select few Ugandan whisky aficionados were invited to the virtual tour as they sipped on homemade highballs, made with guidance from JW Princes Street bartenders. Set over 71,500 sq ft, Johnnie Walker Princes Street uses world-first technology to reimagine the traditional whisky tour experience. When it opens its doors to the public on Monday September 6, visitors will be taken…