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Jazz Safari Pays foward to the Handicapped

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Selected as the beneficiary of the annual jazz event’s charity initiative for this year, the school has had specialised equipment set up to help supplement the learning efforts and skills of the school’s disabled pupils.

Charity initiatives of this nature have been a feature of the Jazz Safari since 2011, with support rendered to different causes through the Rotary Clubs of Uganda. And the latest beneficiary of this helping hand is the Balintuma Road-based school, which during the ongoing second term received equipment valued at £50,000 (about Shs250m).

The equipment was obtained through friends and a partnership with Disc Manufacturing Services, a new specialist ICT center based in England.

“Our partnership has been flourishing and we look forward to reaching as far as taking up staff welfare at the school for the next five years with an annual donation of £2,500. Renovations are ongoing at the school as well,” said Tshaka Mayanja, the Jazz Safari founder.

The Jazz Safari has also championed causes in projects such as farming in Ssese Islands under Rotary Kampala-Ssese Club. For several years they have also worked with the Rotary Clubs Cancer Ward at Nsambya Hospital, dedicating a ward named after the late Maureen Mugoya; The Maureen Mugoya Breast Cancer Ward.

The Johnnie Walker Jazz Safari whose eleventh edition is set for June 30, will have legendary bassist and vocalist Richard Bona performing at the annual event which this year switches venue to Speke Resort Muyonyo lakeside. Event sponsors Johnnie Walker have promised the best jazz has to offer with Uganda’a biggeat jazz names like Kaz Kasozi, Black Roots Unlimited featuring Tshaka Mayanja, Michael Kitanda, Tony Trumpet and Aloysius Migade all lined up for the country’s premier jazz show.

 

Roast and Rhyme is set to redirect Jamal’s Career

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Roast & Rhyme has steadily to grown into one of most vibrant musical experiences on our social calendar. Organized by Swangz Avenue, the next edition dubbed ‘Story Tellers’ edition will be headlined by silky voiced Jamal.

 

Just like the big names before Jamal at this event, the organizers have continued the culture prioritizing talent over hype. Jamal is known for songs like ‘Abakyala Bazila’, ‘Ononsonyiwa, ‘Eno Love Teri fair’and many more.

Other notable suprises at the event include Chagga. Having spent many years managing Radio and Weasle, we almost forgot Chagga’s vocal and writing prowess.

Weasel and Pallaso copy Diamond Song

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Singer Weasel Manizo teamed up with his brother Pallaso to release a smash Afro beat song “Am coming” produced by Diggy Buar.

Many musicians in Uganda have often been accused of copying and pasting music beats from other international artiste.

However, we were able to trace the origin of this song and it’s a direct copy and paste of Harmonize’s song, “Baddo” Ft Diamond Platinumz. It was released about 2 years ago with over 18M views on You tube.

Nutty Neithan changes up his look

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Dancehall artiste, Nutty Neithan has chopped off his long dreadlocks, that he had kept for a long time.

He trimmed his hair from popular celebrity salon, Zziwa Hair Studio (HairbyZziwa) in Kisementi.

He now keeps short frizzy hair with a design on the sides. It is not the first time he is changing his looks. Usually, he does so to shoot music videos, but according to a friend who accompanied him to the salon, Nutty Neithan thinks its time to move on.

“Nutty thinks he has outgrown some things, and dreadlocks had to go,” a friend said.

Prophet Elvis Mbonye protests eviction from lugogo cricket Oval

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Prophet Elvis Mbonye (Zoe Ministries) through his lawyers Namara Twenda and Company advocates has filed a case against IGG’s decision  in the High Court to compel National Council of Sports (NCS) to uphold a two year contract between the two parties for the occupancy of the Cricket Oval grounds for weekly Tuesday prayer meetings.

 “In this case, IGG acted on a complaint allegedly of Uganda Cricket Association (UCA) and decided to suspend Zoe fellowshipers from worshiping through a letter dated 5th June, 2018 without inviting them to any hearing. This therefore amounted to procedural impropriety since there is failure to fairly on her part, stated Catherine Namara Matsiko of Namara Twenda and Company advocates.

This came in after the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) Irene Mulyagonja Kakooza directed the National Council Of Sports (NCS) to suspend their contract with Zoe ministries for the use of the Lugogo Cricket Oval last week.

Prophet Mbonye argues that whatever the purported biases and concern, the IGG could carry out investigations without breaching the contract in which the ministries and NCS agreed to at least a month’s notification in case of termination. Continue reading “Prophet Elvis Mbonye protests eviction from lugogo cricket Oval”

Spice Diana Gifts Moslems with Iftar meal

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Eid is soon here and singer Hajarah Namukwaya aka Spice Diana has not forgotten her Islam values in this holy month.  The 32 singer yesterday extended the spirit of Ramadan and broke the fast with Muslims at Nyanama mosque.

Spice Diana in company of her Manager Rogers Lubega and Capital Music duo at around 4PM drove to Nyanama and surprised the Muslims in Nyanama with food items to help them breakfast for the remaining days of Ramadan.

 

Among other items donated matooke, jerrycans, maize flour, sugar and money.

 

The female singer has this year alone has received massive airplay and is consistently making strides.

 

Tamale Mirundi Angered by “fool”who called him to tell him he is next after Abiriga

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With the public puzzled on the motive of assassinating Hon Ibrahim Abiriga, current affairs analyst and another devoted NRM member Tamale Mirundi has disclosed that unknown person threatened to take his life.

 

On his weekly appearance show on NBS TV, the presidential press advisor said that someone called his wife saying he was next on the list.

“Some fool called my wife and told her I was next on the line to be killed,” furious Tamale stated.

“I will hunt this fool down until I get him. And I will not involve police because I know how to deal with such fools”, he added.

Tamale further narrated that the ‘fool’ has switched off his phone but that will not stop save him from being netted.

Levixone Nominated for top USA Music Awards

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Renowned top gospel artist Levixone has scooped himself two nominations in the Sauti Awards in USA. Following the release of his latest hit song ‘’Turn the replay’ that made rounds on different media platforms’, the ‘Samanya’ singer has been nominated twice in the famous Sauti  Awards in America.

The awards will take place on 27th and 28th July at Riverstone church, Atlanta Georgia in USA.

The singer has been nominated in the category of Song of the year (West/East Africa) and Male artist of the year (East Africa)

Sauti Awards are one of the biggest globally recognized gospel music awards and are presented annually by Sauti One to honor excellence in the African gospel recording industry. “Sauti” is a Swahili word that means “voice.” The annual Sauti Awards presentation provides a stage for African gospel artists to showcase their God-given talents.

IGG suspends prophet Mbonye ZOE fellowship from Cricket Oval

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Inspectorate of Government (IGG) Irene Mulyagonja Kakooza has directed the National Council Of Sports (NCS) to suspend their contract with Prophet Elvis Mbonye’s ZOE ministries for the use of the Lugogo Cricket Oval.

This came after it was specifically alleged that the Lugogo Cricket Oval was irregularly contracted out by the NCS for the use of the ZOE fellowship ministries for its massive public prayer rallies on Tuesday nights much to the detriment and prejudice of the state of the grounds and ultimately the activities of the Uganda Cricket Association (UCA).

UCA alleges that the grounds had been contracted out without due regard to legal requirements for procurement and disposal of public assets and that the implementation of the terms of this contract will stifle the activities for the various cricket teams and make it impossible for them to prepare for the various tournaments because they will retain the use of the grounds for only two out of the seven days of each week for the duration of the contract.

“This will be particularly prejudicial because unlike ZOE fellowship which can find another place of worship, cricketers cannot play cricket in any other  place because there is none suited to practicing for and playing their game,’’ IGG  added.

Stella Nyanzi to contest for Woman MP seat

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Just when we thought popular social media personalities were done with political ambitions, sources have it that self-styled activist, Stella Nyanzi is reportedly being fronted to oust  Kampala Woman MP Nabilah Naggayi.

The next election may not be so close but the political ground is already gaining dust. Like we reported, Frank Gashumba is eyeing Erias Lukwago’s seat as Kampala’s Lord Mayor.

Just like Bobi Wine turned his fans to voters, these two personalities too are hoping to turn their social media fans to voters.

Should this be the case, then the next election will surely for that will give us great memories as popular personalities lock horns.

Sheebah to headline “wakanda” singleton Golf party

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Singer Sheebah Karungi is set to perform as golfers and guests wind up after what is expected to be a grueling round of golf at the Singleton Golf Challenge semi -final on Saturday at Entebbe Golf Club.

The “Beera Nanage” singers will be the star attraction of the night as attention shifts from the course to the Singleton hub, with the audience paying allegiances to the ‘Wakanda’ theme at the 19th hole experience. As the last round curtailed, Sheebah was announced as the guest artist for the semis and the crowd`s rapturous reaction said it all.

Sheebah`s reputation of owning stages with her  electric performances has given her super star status and the Entebbe Golf Club members can expect a memorable act.

 

`Wakanda’ being a fictional Sub-Saharan African nation appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, calls for the night`s crowd to embrace the African side of their wardrobes with the best dressed individuals are guaranteed walking away with Singleton goodies.

The `Wakanda’ themed party will  climax  the action filled night  giving the July finalists reason to sip away the night, not forgetting the day`s losers who can also find comfort in an ecstatic night as Sheebah does her thing.  Fresh from her `Mummy Yo’ video launch, the queen will bless the golf gathering with a chance of being among the few to witness the new track being performed.

Stella Nyanzi has vowed to continue her protest on Kidnappers

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The Women’s Protest Working Group led by Prof. Stella Nyanzi have threatened to storm today’s State Of The Nation Address.

President Museveni will deliver the State of the Nation address in fulfillment of Article 101 (1) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda. Yesterday, the group were blocked from from Police Headquarters after IGP Ochola Walter had informed them of his schedule.

According to Stella Nyanzi, one of the vocal women’s activists, they will storm Serena Hotel today!

 

“For now, today I am carrying my second set of protest coffins, drum, protest songs, cooking pots, sauce pans, spoons, mingling sticks, placards and markers to the Serena Hotel. I am participating in Storming the State of Nation Address #SONA2018UG along with other members of the Women’s Protest Working Group WPG. I am dying to tell dictator Museveni that #WomensLivesMatterUg!” She posted on Facebook.

 

Eddy Kenzo Hospitalised once Again

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Singer Eddy Kenzo is once again admitted in hospital. The father of two, who also is a partner to singer Rema Namakula, has posted on social media a picture of him looking weak and lying on a hospital bed with a cannula on his hand indicating that he is on drip.

Although he does not reveal what is ailing him, he captions the picture with a crying emoji which has led his fans into flooding his timeline with get-well-soon messages. For now it is suspected that Kenzo has, as usual, over worked himself. Which reminds us…..there were some rumors some time back about Rema complaining that her hubby is never at home.

Maybe Mama has sent a signal to Eddy Kenzo. It could be time to take a break, buy a ring and get down on one knee before mama Amaal. But no pressure Kenzo. We love you and get well soon!

Jonnie Walker jazz Safari getting Heated

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The 11th edition of the Johnnie Walker Jazz Safari event slated for 30th June is right around the corner with ticket sales kicking off last Friday at selected selling points.

The Johnnie Walker sponsored event enters its second decade of existence with Grammy Award winning American jazz bassist Richard Bona headlining the concert live on stage at the Speke Resort Munyonyo, Lakeside.

With over three weeks to the event, Jazz lovers can hold on to their tickets like treasure by simply finding their way to Game Lugogo, Shoprite Acacia Mall and House of Walker (Kampala Sheraton Hotel) at Shs 130,000 for individuals while a tables of 10 is up for grabs at Shs3m.

And with Jazz Safari, there is always a discount at Shs 100,000 which can be enjoyed if any other banks users purchase tickets using a Stanbic point of sale terminal (POS) at the mentioned locations.

Jazz Safari founder, TShaka Mayanja has repeatedly praised Richard Bona, at one time saying. “With Bona performing you can be sure it is going to be absolutely riveting.” Other artists joining the jazz sensation on the same stage will be the cream of local jazz music, including names like Kaz Kasozi, BlackRoots UNLIMITED, Michael Kitanda, Tony Trumpeta and Aloysious Migadde.

Gravity Omutujju In Homeless people Charity Drive

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Gravity Omutujju hit the streets of Kampala on Tuesday night with food that lit smiles on the faces of several homeless people.

As the African proverb goes, “he who has slept on a hungry stomach knows the value of a good meal.” This must have been the main inspiration when sensational Luga-flow rapper.

Omutujju, 25, real names Gerson Wabuyi, having grown and thrived in Kampala attributed his gesture to goodwill and called upon every individual to often endeavor to do something out of their way to put a smile on someone else face.

The Omwoto singer posted a video of his gesture on his social media with the caption “Last night, I decided to surprise these beautiful innocent people who sleep on the streets of Kampala with supper. May God bless them and make them strong. No condition is permanent.”

Lydia Jazmine Bashes rumor saying She broke up with her Manager

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Word has been circulating that Lydia Jazmine and her manager, Bushingtone are on the verge of splitting. It is said that Jazmine has become big headed and does not take orders from Bushingtone anymore.

In an interview, Jazmine refuted the claims saying she is on good terms with her manager and they are planning new music.

The “Masuka” singer says she does not know who is spreading  the rumours.

Pia Pounds frustrated with male predators in the Music Industry

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After signing to Eddy Kenzo’s Big talent Record Label in 2017, singer Pia Pounds was officially introduced to the music fraternity despite having spent over 5 years in the industry.

Sexy Pia Pounds has now revealed that several horny men want to enjoy her honey pot.

 

She claims she has failed to make a breakthrough because men are more interested in her body than music.

 

She took to her social media and posted, “It is hard working with men. People are always asking for sex and they don’t take you seriously as a female artiste. I just need to put in a lot of work. As much as I sacrifice a lot, there are other things I cannot sacrifice. I have been in the industry for long and people ask for sex but I refuse and that is why I have not risen so fast.”

 

Well, we are not sure of which men work with Pia Pounds but she only know she works with Eddy Kenzo.

 

Balaam Under fire for killing a Python in His farm

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Over the weekend, Balaam’s employees killed a python that they found in his farm in Masindi. It is not yet clear how it happened, but a picture of Balaam’s farm men posing with the dead python leaked onto social media. This infuriated Abbey Rafsanjan, a former scribe and US based environmentalist who went on a long Facebook rant that spanned for hours.

“This is appalling, disgusting, repulsive and downright dumb. For someone like Mr Balaam Barugahara who has gone to school, travelled and been blessed with so much exposure to condone and even celebrate this kind of act is sheer disturbing, to say the least. Now imagine someone who is not as exposed. You guys have never heard of UWEC of Mr James Musinguzi or UWA of Mr Stephen Masaba, right?…”

Balaam’s friends and other social media followers came to his defense saying that snakes are dangerous and therefore can’t co-exist with human beings like Rafsanjan wanted them to.

Flavia Milly Lanyero: “I need some education; “the python had encircled on of the farmers”. So the python should have been left to eat the farmer?? Am confused.”

Namara Catherine Masiko: “Oh how the mighty have fallen!! Men are killing each other over a python, mbu animal rights, my foot. In my world I have dominion over the animals on the land creepers, fowl of the air and fish of the sea. Animal rights! Crap! Crap!”

Levin S Sentongo: “Am I assured that if I spot a Python in my garden or house n I call UWA guys they will reach in 5mins wherever I myt be staying? What guarantee do I have that the python will also be there waiting for the wildlife guys to come capture it? Will I be giving lunch or massaging it during that time as we wait for the wildlife guys?”

Courts Demand Written submission from Bobi Wine after dragging Govt to court over cancelled shows

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High court in Kampala has asked for written submissions in a case in which Kyaddondo East MP Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine sued the government for the cancellation of his music concerts.

Bobi Wine dragged the government to court, together with Former Kampala Metropolitan Police Commander Frank Mwesigwa after the cancellation of concerts he had organized weeks after taking oath as a Member of Parliament. The concerts had been organized in parts of Kampala, Mukono, Kasese, Kiryandongo, and Kamuli.

According to a letter authored by Mwesigwa, the shows in the Kampala metropolitan area were canceled to stop the legislator from inciting violence. He had successfully run one show dubbed ‘Specioza wankyaaya’ at his one love beach in Busabala when subsequent concerts for the month of October were called off.

The shows had been organized at the height of a debate to lift the cap on the presidential age from the constitution. Kyagulanyi, then a new entrant in Parliament, was among a team of opposition legislators who led a protest against the amendment, triggering fists and verbal exchanges on the floor of Parliament. He was later suspended by the speaker of Parliament for misconduct.

Mwesigwa also accused Bobi Wine of failing to differentiate between “Bobi Wine the musician” and “Robert Kyagulanyi the Legislator”. “We have noticed that Bobi Wine has been turning into Hon. Kyagulanyi to make political statements at music shows. That is not what we agreed upon,” Mwesigwa said.

Kyagulanyi later dragged the government to court seeking a payment of Shs300 million as compensation for lost income and his freedom which had been restricted through police action. Kyagulanyi also wants the court to issue an order prohibiting police from violating his freedom of movement and allow him to stage his shows without any hindrance.

However, the case has dragged since October 2017 due to the failure by the Attorney General to honor court summons. Today, high court judge Henrietta Wolayo told the parties in the case to make written submissions and responses on the case within two weeks, effective today.

Written submissions imply that the parties do not appear in person but send material to the judge, including relevant documents and legal arguments that explain why the case should be decided in their favor.