By Our Reporter Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that distributes and markets Shell branded fuels and lubricants in Uganda, has been awarded Vivo Energy Group’s Reputation Builders Award for its behavioural change campaign titled, ‘Heads Up!’ Vivo Energy’s Reputation Builders Award is awarded to a project or team that has made a significant contribution to improving the reputation of Vivo Energy with external stakeholders. ‘Heads Up!’ was launched in 2019 with an aim of creating awareness about the probable dangers that school children using public motorcycle transportation, commonly referred to as ‘boda bodas’, face during their daily commute to and…
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By Our Reporter Eddy Kenzo has been named green ambassador. The singer will spearhead a conservation campaign in which he will raise awareness about climate change and also encourage masses across the country to plant trees. Championed by Environment Social Safeguards International (ESSI) in partnership with Coca-Cola Beverages Africa(CCBA) in Uganda and National Forestry Authority, the initiative targets to plant over 4000 trees in effort to conserve the environment. “I am excited to be working with ESSI on this campaign to plant trees across the country and want to encourage all Ugandans to join this initiative,” Kenzo said. “Planting a…
By Our Reporter Singer Rema Namakula has dismissed reports claiming that she is choking on debts. It had been alleged that Rema had sold off several of her valuable assets to fund her introduction ceremony. The rumors become rife after it emerged that the singer’s car, a Prado TX model, had also been put on sale soon after her introduction. It was alleged this was the singer’s effort to raise more money to pay off debts. Speaking to media on Wednesday, the “Gutujja” hitmaker insisted that the sale of her car has nothing to do with her current financial position,…
By Our Reporter Ugandan HipHop singer and songwriter, LS Andre, real name Andrew Sengo Lutalo Nganda has released his debut music album. Dubbed “GoGetter”, the album features 11 tracks with collaborations from several musicians including Lilian Mbabazi, American singer Monique Arlisse and Cameroonian rapper Skiezy Ayenkea among others. Featuring songs like “GoGetter”, “Never stop Loving You”, “Toniinza”, and “Infatuation”, Andre explores different topics on the album from love to his music struggles and ambitions as well his victories. LS Andre, 33, says he was introduced to rap music at a tender age by his cousins and he forever fell in…
By Our Reporter dfcu Bank in partnership with Vision Group and the Netherlands Embassy have launched this year’s edition of the Harvest Money Expo that will take place from 14 th – 16 th February, at Mandela National Stadium, Nambole. Under the theme ‘Value Addition’, dfcu Bank and its partners seek to improve production and marketing of agricultural products to increase the commodity value in order to ensure a rise in sales, market growth and that farmers get a good price for their products. The Harvest Money Expo initiative, now in its 4th edition, aims to highlight the contribution of…
By Our Reporter The Ciroc Pop Night bounces back this Friday at Club Guvnor with singer Eddy Kenzo as the headlining act. The ‘Semyekozo’ singer will be donning the bar man’s apron as he will be the mixologist of the day before later treating his fans to an electrifying performance. “All the love niggaz, Semyekozos come this Friday I will be at Club Guvnor serving you cocktails and music, Come let’s have fun,” said Eddy Kenzo. The Ciroc Pop Night is a monthly event that occurs every second Friday of the month. During the event, a musician is tasked to…
By Our Reporter Songstress Rema Namakula has started off the year in high gear as she officially announced her 2020 concert. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the New Vision offices on Wednesday. She will be thrilling her fans in a live concert dubbed “Hottest 2020” that will take place on Valentine’s Day at Hotel Africana. Speaking to media, Rema applauded her fans for their continued support throughout the years and promised to deliver her best at the concert. “This concert is majorly for my fans, the fuel that has kept the music engine burning all…
By Our Reporter Kampala’s party lovers will soon have a new option to choose from. This follows entry of a new player, Black and White Lounge, in the bar space. Formerly Waikiki Bar, it has been revamped and is set to open its doors to the public this weekend. Located at Centenary Park, Black and White Lounge will be open from Monday to Sunday and seeks to offer a relaxing environment for its patrons. It boasts of a 24-hour restaurant, a well-stocked bar and gardens which are convenient for birthday celebrations, family day outs, and meetings. It will officially open…
By Our Reporter Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia held today the official opening ceremony for the first-ever Carrefour Store in Uganda, marking the company’s entry into the Sub-Saharan African country. Located at the popular Oasis Mall, the store covers 2,800 square meters, catering to the evolving customer needs in Uganda and responding to the growing demand for modern retail in Kampala. Carrefour offers shoppers great value and choice, through a combination of offers and promotions while delivering unbeatable prices, quality and its renowned customer service. Presiding…
By Our Reporter Ugandans have been urged to join the NSSF National Blood Donation Drive taking place across the country to prevent a blood shortage in local hospitals during the school holidays. “Uganda’s healthcare system uses about 1,500 units of blood daily, but we as the Uganda Blood Transfusion Services(UBTS) can collect only on average 1,250 units daily of the required blood. The problem of shortage can become critical especially during December and January when learning institutions are closed,” said Dr. Dorothy Kyeyune, the Executive Director of the UBTS at the Ministry of Health. The annual NSSF Blood Donation Drive…