Author: BigEyeUg1

By Our Reporter Premier Distilleries Limited has continued its customer appreciation drive under the ongoing Bikole Masavu promotion, rewarding three winners in Western Uganda with life-changing prizes at a handover ceremony held at Kizungu market in Mbarara. The biggest cheer of the day came when Twesigye Jaron Atusinguza, a young man from Rukungiri, was handed the keys to a brand-new TukTuk. For Twesigye, it’s a tool for independence. “This is going to help me earn more and support my family,” he said, overwhelmed with emotion. Other winners included Denis Busulwa of Mbarara, who was announced the winner of a boda…

By Our Reporter Don Julio, Uganda’s finest luxury tequila, hosted its debut virtual cocktail soirée dubbed Blanco & Chill last Thursday. The event that was streamed live on Instagram drew more than 100 cocktail lovers who turned their kitchens and living rooms into mini-bars, guided by the Don Julio Influencers, Sheilah Gashumba, DJ Dash and the UBL Advocacy team. The evening opened with a masterclass about tequila’s rich heritage. Roy Tumwizere, the Head of Advocacy at Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), joined newly unveiled brand ambassador Sheilah Gashumba to trace Don Julio’s journey back to its legendary founder, Don Julio González-FraustoEstradaz. At…

By Our Reporter The SHACK League, powered by Guinness, kicked off Season 3 on Sunday, September 28, and is already setting the standard for post-match vibes. Some of Uganda’s top artists lit up the weekend during the opening matchday at Legends Grounds in Kampala. The day started with regular season football, and as evening approached, the atmosphere shifted as music took over. City Groove Band kicked off the evening with an engaging performance that set the perfect tone for the night. Later in the evening, the energy reached new heights as fans soaked up the vibe, with a Guinness in…

By Our Reporter The Singleton Big Meeting, held every last Sunday of the month at Thrones Bar & Lounge, has become Kampala’s ultimate playground for good vibes with every edition coming with new surprises. Unlike the typical weekend soirées around the city, The Big Meeting doesn’t believe in routine. One month it’s a laid-back daytime brunch, the next it’s an electrifying evening party. Sometimes it’s a paint-and-sip affair, other times it’s a stage for an international artist, or a wild DJ line-up that has you and your crew owning the dance floor. The only constant? It’s powered by The Singleton,…

By Our Reporter The Mestil Gardens came alive on Sunday evening as legendary saxophonist and composer Kenny G delivered a breathtaking two-hour performance that left Kampala’s jazz lovers spellbound. Best known for his smooth jazz classics and charismatic stage presence, Kenny G captivated the crowd from the moment he appeared, almost unannounced, on the softly lit stage in his signature blue suit, opening with the hauntingly beautiful Loving You. Despite the day’s early rain and gusts of wind, which had many wondering if the show would go on, the weather cleared, and by 6 PM the grounds were abuzz with…

By Our Reporter The iKON Awards hosted the first-ever iKON Activate in Abuja, Nigeria, on 27th September 2025 at Ebony Life Cinema. The iKON Activate, a prelude to the annual iKON Awards, convened leading Nigerian filmmakers, industry associations, and partners for a dynamic exchange of ideas, experiences, and opportunities aimed at fostering collaboration between the Nigerian and Ugandan film industries. The event was attended by notable industry leaders including Uche Agbo, President of the Directors’ Guild of Nigeria (DGN); Patrick Lee, Head of Operations at Viva Cinemas Nigeria and former Chairman of the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN); Mary…

By Our Reporter It was a full house as songstress Rema Namakula headlined the September edition of the I&M Bank sponsored Friday Night Live Series at Club Guvnor on Friday. The club quickly filled up, with fans ready for a fun-filled night out, just soon after the gates opened at 9pm. The night kicked off with mixes of Ugandan urban favorites, both new and old, from the resident DJs, ensuring that the fans settled in well, and were set for the night. Later, Afro-jazz band, D Maestros band set the tone for the night with a lively set, blending Oldies,…

By Our Reporter Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has officially announced the appointment of Felicite Nson as Managing Director, making her the first woman to lead one of Uganda’s most iconic and enduring brands. Ms. Nson succeeds Andrew Kilonzo, who has been appointed Managing Director of Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL). With more than 20 years of leadership experience across Africa, Ms. Nson brings a strong track record of driving business growth and transformation. Most recently, she served as Managing Director of Guinness Ghana Plc, where she previously held the role of Sales and Marketing Director from 2019 to 2023. Under her…

By Our Reporter Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and composer Kenny G will perform in Uganda for the very first time this Sunday at Mestil Gardens, in a spectacular show aptly titled One Night Only. The concert, organised by Malembe Lifestyle, promises to be a landmark moment, celebrating the timeless artistry of one of the world’s most iconic musicians. For decades, Kenny G’s music has been the soundtrack of love, sophistication, and celebration. Classics like Silhouette, Loving You, Songbird, and Forever in Love, as well as unforgettable renditions like Celine Dion’s My Heart Will Go On, have graced weddings and intimate gatherings…

By Virginia Ssemakula Climate change is one of the significant crises facing the world today and developing nations such as Uganda face a critical challenge in combating related effects despite its relatively low contribution to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Recent reports indicate that Uganda faces potential annual economic losses due to climate change impacts, with a 2015 study suggesting costs between US$3.1 billion and US$5.9 billion annually if no adaptation measures are taken, or up to 6% of its GDP in the long term if global warming is not reduced to 2°C. More recently, a report of 2024 by…