Author: BigEyeUg1

By Our Reporter Gilly Muwanga is a UK-based dancer and choreographer flying the Ugandan flag high. The self-proclaimed Ghetto symphony draws inspiration from Hiphop, New Jack swing and Krump for his dance style which he likes to call G-sauce. It embodies smooth textures and strong dynamics. His unique dance style won him the 2017 UK Choreographer of the year award. He has also worked with big names like Mel B, Boyz II Men and Pitbull, and performed on big stages like BBC three South side story, Got to Dance, Sky 1’s pineapple studio and BBC’s move like Micheal Jackson. Gillly…

By Our Reporter Airtel Uganda has partnered with KCB Bank Uganda to roll out new mobile financial solutions for customers on their Airtel Money platform. They include; Instant Unsecured Mobile Loans, Regular Savings and Fixed Deposit Savings Accounts that enables customers borrow mobile loans for as low as shs300 and earn interest on savings for as high 9%, respectively. In his remarks at the launch, Airtel Uganda Managing Director, Manoj Murali said, “We are confident that our partnership with KCB Bank Uganda to deliver affordable, safe and secure financial services that will improve the lives of Ugandans who use our…

By Our Reporter The Bottomless Brunch held at Le Chateau restaurant in Nsambya on Sunday was an ‘all-you-can-eat’ affair, giving Kampala’s foodies a flavorsome experience. The event was well attended by a host of Kampala’s foodies and fine dining lovers. It ran on from midday till kitchen closing time at 4:00pm. Guests were treated to a banquet fit for Kings and Queens with DJ Slim Lion playing hit songs that left many merrymakers beaming in bliss over their meals and company. “The Sunday brunch days are the perfect escape from the normal routine days we have throughout the week and to…

By Our Reporter  Known for its prestigious golf display and its luminous 19th hole fanfare, the Singleton Challenge was at it again as golfers kicked off Round One of this year’s tourney on Saturday at the Entebbe Club. The day started off with grueling action-packed tee-offs on the green, as 62 pairs fought to stay afloat in the challenge and make it to the next round. From the course, the golfers transformed into Old school hip-hop stars, clad in 80s’ and 90s’ themed attires, wigs; and anything to match the Oldies themed 19th Hole Experience. Given the COVID-19 restrictions, the…

By Our Reporter Vivo Energy Uganda has announced a partnership with Unilever Uganda to promote safety across all Shell service stations for both staff and customers. The campaign named ‘Clean and Safe’ will involve deep cleaning and thorough disinfection of frequently accessed facilities at all Shell service stations across the country. “We are grateful for this support and partnership from Unilever through which we will receive hygiene supplies worth UGX10 million. Your health and safety whenever you visit us at Shell is our utmost priority. This partnership strengthens our hygiene protocols to ensure the health and safety of everyone who…

By Our Reporter In commemoration of World Environment Day, Uganda Breweries Limited Staff in partnership with the Ministry of Water & Environment and Tree Adoption Uganda (TAU), have planted 5000 trees in Nakaseke District. World Environment Day is commemorated on June 5th every year. This activity is also part of the initiatives to support the Running out of Trees Campaign. In 2020, the Ministry of Water and Environment launched a National Tree Planting Campaign Running out of Trees (ROOT) to engage local stakeholders in both the public and private sector in making a contribution towards attaining national restoration goals. This…

By Our Reporter MTN Uganda, in partnership with BBS Terefayina, has launched a bicycle racing competition amongst the 18 counties (Masaza) of Buganda. The launch took place at the Buganda Kingdom administrative headquarters in Bulange Gardens, Mengo, Kampala on Thursday. Dubbed “Kengere ya BBS ne MTN”, the challenge is expected to revive cycling as a competitive sport in the kingdom and return the consequent social benefits to the people in Buganda. Bicycling commonly known as Obugaali is a social event that was enjoyed in Buganda for many years. In the past, the kingdom organized bicycle races across counties; and following…

By Our Reporter  Ride-hailing app SafeBoda, in partnership with the Ministry of Health – Uganda and Kampala Capital City Authority, will run a free COVID-19 vaccination drive for its SafeBoda Drivers and employees at the SafeBoda Academy in Kyebando, from Wednesday 26th May 2021 to Friday 28th 2021. The drive is a continuation of SafeBoda’s commitment to its value proposition of safety to its community of drivers, employees and customers, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The first vaccination drive will prioritize SafeBoda drivers aged 50 and above, their spouses, and company employees categorized as a high risk given the nature…

By Our Reporter Bank of Uganda has granted Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited two payment services licenses which include; Payment Service Provider (Class A) License, and the Payment Systems Operator License (Electronic Money Systems). This follows enactment of the National Payment Systems (NPS) Act, 2020 in September 2020 and the gazetting of the NPS Regulations on 5th March, 2021. This means Airtel Mobile Commerce will now conduct all Airtel Money services in Uganda while Airtel Uganda focuses on providing voice and data services to its customers. The licenses were issued in line with Section 9 of the NPS Act, 2020…

By Our Reporter MTN Uganda has announced its partnership with the Masaka Catholic Diocese ahead of the upcoming Martyrs Day celebrations on the 3rd of June. This year’s celebrations shall be led by the Masaka Diocese, having been cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic that made it impossible for the Catholic church to organize the event that brings together close to a million people every year. On Wednesday, the telco handed over a cheque of UGX 20 Million to Masaka as a contribution to help the diocese in its preparations for the upcoming celebrations. While announcing the partnership,…