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By Saqib Munir There is no doubt that 2021 & 2020 have been defining years for the world. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will shape our lives for decades to come – both on a physical, economic and behavioral level. Prior to the pandemic, the single biggest change to society, both socially and economically, was coming through the advance of technology, as digitalization provided us with greater flexibility, freedom and choice. And although COVID-19 has forced major changes in the way we live, for the time being at least, it’s also accelerated our reliance upon digital technologies. In Africa,…

By Our Reporter MTN Uganda has restored 50 hectares of forest cover in the Masaka-based Jubiya Central Forest Reserve, as the company rolls out its reforestation project that will see 220 hectares restored across the country. The reforestation drive is part of MTN’s “Uganda is Home” campaign that symbolises MTN’s deepening of its roots in Uganda, a country that has been home to the company since 1998. The campaign is a precursor to MTN Uganda’s listing of 20% of its shares on the Uganda Stock Exchange, an opportunity for Ugandans to own a part of the company. The Masaka reforestation…

By Our Reporter The Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development Matia Kasaija has appointed a new Board of Directors for the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). The new Board is headed by Dr. Peter Kimbowa, a corporate governance and management expert. Dr Kimbowa, who is also the Team Leader at the CEO Summit Uganda– a private sector Think Tank, Managing Partner at IFE Consultants Limited and an award-winning Business Leader, replaces Patrick Byabakama Kaberenge, whose term expired on August 31, 2021, after he had served for last six years. The Minister also appointed to the Board 4 representatives of…

By Our Reporter Airtel Uganda has renewed its commitment to the people of Rwenzori region through corporate social responsibility, connectivity and financial inclusion. The company recently commissioned 3 mast sites, donated two mobile ultrasound scans and launched an Airtel Money Branch all in Kasese District. “To boost network connectivity in the region, we have commissioned three mast sites to include; ATC Kikorongo, Kambeho and Kyanjuki. The site at Kanjuki is particularly intended to support tourism in the region,” said Brenden Kachenje, the Sales & Distribution Director for Growth Markets at Airtel Uganda during the event at Nyamirame, Kasese District. “At…

By Our Reporter Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) has launched a competition among universities dubbed “BeSmart DrinkSmart, Beera Mu Class” to promote a culture of responsible drinking and reduce the harmful use of alcohol among the youth and University students. The campaign will see students from select universities battling themselves in creative extravaganza spanning 4 weeks. “We aim to lead the industry in contributing to the reduction of the harmful use of alcohol. We believe in and share the WHO and UN Sustainable Development Goals’ ambition to reduce the harmful use of alcohol by 10% by 2025, this means that we…

By Our Reporter While the October 2019 Makerere University strike over the 15% tuition fees increment registered negative outcomes for both students and management, it presented an opportunity for Alex Mugasha. The young then-student recorded a video that went viral and changed his life. Next Media Services recently posted a poster congratulating “Gasha,” as he is commonly known in his circles, upon becoming their new South-Western Bureau Reporter. The post read; “OFFICIAL: Alex Mugasha is our new South-Western Uganda Bureau Reporter. Congratulations to Mugasha, who, shortly after his “Bushera” viral video done in imitation of @SamsonKasumba, we took on in…

By Our Reporter Following the double launch of the AfroCinema and Fast and Furious pop-up channels in May, M-Net Movies is yet again gearing up to launch two new pop-up channels, Hollywood’s Sexiest pop-up channel and Lethal Legends pop-up channel, on Friday, 24 September. Hollywood’s Sexiest pop-up channel is dedicated to the talented movie stars that mesmerise us with their amazing physique and stunning looks. The exciting pop-up channel will show films led by the most attractive actors and actresses who have achieved fame in Hollywood – both past and present. It will be broadcast on DStv channel 111 and…

By Our Reporter In March this year, MTN Uganda launched an exciting Tik Tok bundle offer that gives Tik Tok users unlimited access to the App for 24 hours at only Shs.2,000. This followed the success of the “Tik Tok Free” that was launched last year, giving customers free 5minutes for Tik Tok upon a purchase of 15mbs daily data bundle. As a growing entertainment channel that is fun yet data intensive, MTN’s Tik Tok data bundle is a move that has been welcomed by many users of the application. Tik Tok is the new way to consume bite sized…

By Our Reporter This Saturday, September 4, marks the grand finale for Yalelo Uganda’s “Prepare, Share and Dine” cooking competition that will see 10 contestants face-off over who has the best fish recipe. The month-long cooking challenge that was launched at the start of August will have seasoned master of the culinary arts, Mark Kaheru as head judge. The grand finale will be hosted at La Cabana Restaurant, Kampala where five lucky finalists will emerge as winners of the ultimate prize, a six-months’ free supply of Yalelo fish. With less than a week left to the end of the cook-off…

By Our Reporter Nigerian musician, Patoranking has unveiled the video for Black Girl Magic taken off his latest album THREE. The song which celebrates and highlights the beauty, power, resilience, and total awesomeness of black women is a charmingly joyous tune filled with guitars, slap bass and galactic synths accompanied with feel good lyrics. Black Girl Magic matches the mood of the highly creative visuals which blends familiar samples alongside modern textures recalling the feel-good vibes of the 90’s. Throughout the clip, an enthusiastic crew of black women enjoy getting their hair done, a great time at the skating rink…