By Our Reporter Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has appointed Emmy Hashakimana as its new General Manager following a distinguished term as the Commercial Director at Uganda Breweries. He boasts a strong career foundation with Unilever and Diageo, having joined Uganda Breweries in 2012 as Head of Customer Marketing. He progressed through several leadership roles, including five years in London with Diageo’s Global Innovation Team, where he served as Head of Innovation Commercialisation for Africa. On returning to Uganda, he led the Marketing and Innovation function, before taking on his latest role as Commercial Director. In this capacity, he led a…
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By Our Reporter On August 13, big football will return to European stadiums, delighting fans with a spectacular battle between the Champions League and Europa League winners. The best sports betting site 1xBet has made a preview of the Paris Saint-Germain vs Tottenham match at the Stadio Friuli. Bet on the UEFA Super Cup game with the best odds using this link and remember the principles of responsible gambling. Pre-match analysis and balanced risk management is your way to success! Historic challenge for Paris Saint-Germain Luis Enrique has accustomed PSG fans to big wins and all sorts of records. The…
By Our Reporter What was meant to be a media briefing, turned into a mini-concert, as songstress Sheebah Karungi aka Queen Karma, officially announced ‘The Return of the Queen’ concert, scheduled for Friday, August 22nd, at the Kampala Serena Victoria Hall. The Addis Hall at Kampala Serena Hotel felt like a preview of the energy and excitement that awaits revellers on D-day. It was no ordinary media briefing, as Sheeba’s fans, known as the ‘Sheebaholics’ filled up the room, and kept cheering on wildly. Artists including Kataleya and Kandle, Yung Mulo, and Kabako, as well as event sponsors – I&M…
By Our Reporter Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, together with Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and Uganda Airlines have announced a generous contribution of UGX 800 million shillings towards the fourth edition of the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon. This announcement was made during the official flag off at Fairway hotel with marathon slated for 23rd August in Kasese district. This year’s race will feature 42km, 21km, and 5km categories and will appeal to elite runners as well as fitness enthusiasts. Beyond the race, participants are encouraged to explore the wider Rwenzori region, home to national…
By Our Reporter Ugandans living and working in South Africa now have greater opportunities to invest back home following Equity Bank’s entry into the country, marking the first time the East Africa financial giant has ventured into the South African market. The Bank officially introduced its integrated financial services during the Confederation of Ugandans in South Africa event, which was organised by Ugandan Community in Johannesburg in partnership with the Uganda High Commission in South Africa. At the event, Equity Bank Uganda presented financial solutions tailored for the diaspora, including savings and investment accounts, mortgages and cross border money transfer…
By Our Reporter This August, TECNO Mobile Uganda is celebrating 17 years of empowering Ugandans with smart, stylish, and innovative mobile technology. From humble beginnings to becoming one of the most recognized smartphone brands in the country, TECNO’s 17th anniversary celebration is a reflection of innovation, resilience, and deep customer loyalty. Since entering the Ugandan market in 2008, TECNO has grown to become a household name. Known for delivering feature-packed smartphones at unbeatable prices, TECNO has consistently focused on improving technology for all with the launch of the TECNO AI late last year to SPARK 40 Pro+ that is the…
By Our Reporter Premier Distilleries Limited (PDL), one of Uganda’s pioneer alcoholic beverage manufacturers, has launched a nationwide consumer reward promotional campaign titled “Bikole Masavu”. The promotion, which is centered around the beloved Coffee Flavoured Vodka and Simba Gin, offers consumers the chance to win life-changing prizes by simply participating in an “under-the-cap” promotion. Prizes range from mobile money and airtime to motor cycles, TVs, Tuk tuks, and a grand cash prize of UGX 50 million. “This campaign is our way of giving back to the everyday Ugandan who has supported us over the years,” said Soma Rushi, Managing Director,…
By Our Reporter On July 29th, 2025, the Tourism Centre at Sheraton Hotel Kampala transformed into a hub of innovation, vision, and possibility as Homes Expo 2025 officially launched under the theme: “The Future of Real Estate.” An exclusive, invite-only event, the expo brought together leaders, dreamers, and doers for a day that challenged the status quo and painted a bold picture of what’s next for the property sector. The day began with a powerful panel session where five industry heavyweights Mr. Atinirmal G from Dubai, Moses Lutalo, Lillian Kiwanuka, Lazarus Mugabi, and Annet Babigamba took the stage, exploring four…
By Our Reporter It was a dazzling display of fashion and flair at Noni Vie on Sunday as the Kampala Style and Fashion Brunch made a triumphant return to the social scene. This edition, themed “Soft Life, Hard Truth,” had Tanqueray stepping in to infuse the event with its signature sophistication and flair as Kampala’s most stylish and influential personalities indulged in a day of high fashion, good music and exquisite cocktails. The venue buzzed with stylish guests mingling and striking poses for the cameras in between enjoying the bites and cocktails that were flowing all through. As the afternoon…
By Our Reporter It was showtime last Sunday at the Tanqueray summer chic edition of Rise and Brunch, an RnB diehard celebration of great food matched with refreshing bottomless Tanqueray cocktails. The Mestil hotel gardens morphed into a bright and zesty Tanqueray experience with guests indulging in a gourmet brunch paired with expertly made Tanqueray London Dry gin and tonic and the Tanqueray No.10 cocktails that depicted its opulent and elevated brand character. The afternoon music set was curated by Selector Jay and South Africa’s DJ Milo whose return was a much welcome delight. Remaining true to the brunch theme,…