Author: BigEyeUg1

By Our Reporter Picnic mats and camping chairs. Sun hats and shades. Cold beer and grilled meat. This was the vibe at Jahazi Pier Munyonyo as Roast and Rhyme held its epic 17th edition on Sunday. This being the first edition since the lifting of lockdown in January, the organisers – Swangz Avenue and Bell Lager – came out in a big way with an incomparable all-round experience. As usual, guests were encouraged to carry their own grills and meat with fire marshals on hand to help them set up, in addition to several food vendors, including the Meat Guy.…

By Our Reporter Hariss International, under their renowned brand RIHAM, has launched its first line of confectionery products. The new product line comprises Lollipops; Fruit drops, refreshing breath mints, gums, and hard-boiled sweets. These come in various flavors such as Chocolate, Strawberry, Lemon, Ginger, Watermelon, Passion, Caramello, and so much more. The new development comes as part of their mission to provide a range of value-added convenient food and beverages to  customers at competitive prices through product development and modernization. All the RIHAM sweets brands are certified by UNBS and have been pivoted from being adventure-themed to creating moments of…

By Our Reporter Jose Chameleone is set for a mega showcase as the Tusker Malt Conversessions climaxes this Sunday. More than two decades since breaking out on the music scene, Chameleone is arguably one of Uganda’s greatest musical talents, not only historically but also in modern times. Chameleone’s superstar quality has seen him grow into Uganda’s most polarizing entertainment figure with his antics, lifestyle and music making instant headlines. The star’s career has been clouded by controversy and having him put the record straight on these controversies is fodder for a grand season finale. The first season of the Tusker…

By Our Reporter It was a black and gold affair as “Kyaddala: It’s Real”, a TV show highlighting young people’s sexual and reproductive health issues, premiered its second season. The show was premiered at a glamorous event held at Mestil Hotel last Thursday. The exclusive premiere attracted A-listers in the entertainment industry including movie producers, actors and musicians. Kyaddala season 2 follows a university setting and highlights challenges faced by young people at an advanced level of education, building up on the first season which focused on secondary school life. It features a star-studded cast including Allan Toniks, Michael Tamale,…

By Our Reporter Imperial Leather, a leading global personal care brand, has launched a new range of soaps, shower gels and lotions for men, inspired by the need to have specialized male grooming products to make Ugandan men feel pampered, special and confident. Following an entry into the male grooming category in 2015, the brand has further enhanced the offering with more variety and more benefits. Imperial Leather products are packed with great skin benefits and will put a spring in your step. While many people believe that all skin is the same, men and women’s skin are very much…

By Our Reporter Africa Magic has announced Nigerian filmmaker, Victor Okhai, as Head Judge of the eighth Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) which are slated for later this year in Lagos, Nigeria. Victor Okhai is a seasoned producer, scriptwriter, cinematographer, director and film consultant. He is the current National President of the Directors’ Guild of Nigeria (DGN), founder and Director of IN-Short Film Festival, the biggest short film festival in Sub Saharan Africa, and a member of The Nigerian Oscar Selection Committee (NOSC). Speaking on Mr. Okhai’s appointment, Executive Head, Content and West Africa Channels, MultiChoice Nigeria, Dr. Busola…

By Our Reporter Increasing access by SME agribusinesses to working capital, trade finance and the like on terms that reflect their unique business needs would make agribusiness market systems more sustainable, unlock opportunities for growth and employment, boost food security. It’s a known fact that agribusinesses are a critical component of and major contributor to Ugandan economy by bringing growth and innovation to the communities in which businesses are established. Agribusinesses have contributed significantly to job creation by absorbing marginalised segments such as women, youth and poor communities (township and rural population) and serving as the building blocks of the…

By Our Reporter International Hospital Kampala (IHK) has had the first successful Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE). The procedure was led by Dr. Josiais Padi from Merit International South Africa and Dr. Hassan Kabiito from IHK on Saturday, 22nd January 2022,. In a press statement, Dr Kabiito said, “Many patients hold the myth the surgery is the only treatment option of resolving fibroids but In Uganda, we now have a purely non-surgical procedure, minimally invasive with faster recovery. If you have symptomatic fibroids, this procedure is a viable option.” “This is a new unique procedure which is an alternative to the…

By Our Reporter Nigerian singer, Fireboy DML has been confirmed for a concert in Kampala. The Nigerian superstar is slated to thrill revelers on April 30th at Lugogo Cricket Oval. Fireboy is a pan African Guinness influencer and we have learnt that the show organisers are finalising a deal with Guinness to make this one of the biggest events of 2022. Fireboy DML is currently shining brightest as one of Nigeria’s biggest musical exports. He has recently enjoyed international success following the release of his hit single Peru. The song attracted the attention of musical A-lister Ed Sheeran who tagged…

By Our Reporter SafeBoda has announced a 50% cut on ride fares for customers in a new week-long promotion, starting from 21st to 25th February 2022. The promotion, dubbed 50% Cashless Madness, applies to cashless rides and is geared towards offering customers a better ride experience on the SafeBoda app. With operations now open throughout the day and night, a customer can order a SafeBoda at any time and pay only half the fare with the app. Ricky Rapa Thomson, the SafeBoda co-founder and director of operations, says that this 50% discount is a form of reward to ‌customers that…