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Cinderella Sanyu aka Cindy Sanyu last held her iconic Boom Party in 2020 before Uganda was hit with Covid pandemic. The self-proclaimed King Herself is back with alive concert dubbed “Cindy Live in Concert,”on 29th August 2025 at Millennium Park in Lugogo. With the theme “The Royal Experience,” the concert promises an electrifying showcase of Cindy’s musical prowess, showmanship, and stage presence. This marks her second major solo concert since the iconic Boom Party concert, which left fans thrilled and wanting more. Cindy Sanyu is a Ugandan singer-songwriter and performer known for her blend of R&B and dancehall, often described…
When she speaks in public events everyone pays attention. Unlike other politicians and ministers who just read speeches Dr Aceng is very eloquent, humble and commands a lot of respect as heath expert. Meet Dr Jane Ruth Aceng African Public Health Champion of the Year and a politican with big heart for Lira City. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng was born in 1968 in Atapara, a village in present-day Oyam District. Shortly after her birth, her mother, a midwife, was transferred to Lira Regional Referral Hospital, where she continued her work. Dr. Aceng spent her early childhood in Lira until the…
The 2025 BET Awards ceremony will be held at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on 9th June. The BET Awards are an annual American awards show established in 2001 by Black Entertainment Television (BET) to recognize and celebrate the achievements of African Americans and other minorities in music, film, sports, and other entertainment fields. The awards are broadcast live on BET and features performances by artists, with many of the more popular awards presented in a televised ceremony. The BET Awards, is a celebration of African Americans and other minorities in music, acting, sports, and other entertainment fields, began…
Uganda reknowned musician Bebe Cool has urged government to invest $8M in the creative industry annually to promote the industry to the rest of the world. Speaking at the first ever coffee marathon and coffee business forum in Ntungamo District, the Gagamel singer explained that if this money is invested in the creative industry there is a big chance that Ugandan music will compete favorably on the global market. He argued that other governments, including the UK and Tanzania’s are doing the same and the results are evident. “The government should aim at supporting four artists each year; two female,…
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is set to conduct aquaculture, Labour, and education baseline census in Gulu City. The exercise, scheduled to begin this month targets households, schools, and aquaculture enterprises in both urban and peri-urban communities. According to UBOS Public Relations Officer, Nancy Anyango, the census will provide vital statistics on fish farming, Labour, and the education sector, which are key areas of economic and social development in the country. Anyango said the data that will be collected will be used for planning purposes,inform policy and to help the government monitor the levels of service delivery in the country.…
The Executive Director of Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), Dr. Chris Mukiza, has appealed to local government officials and politicians to mobilize people to participate in the ongoing national baseline education, aquaculture and labour census activities across the country. In a public notice, Dr. Mukiza urges local government leaders to support thousands of enumerators that UBOS has deployed with accurate information for quality data collection. “To have credible data i implore Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs), the Town Clerks, the Sub County/Parish Chiefs and the elected leaders like city mayors, district chairpersons and councilors plus the divisions, sub county, wards and…
Started with profound vision to transform lives responsibly,Pride Bank has reaffirmed commitment to serve Ugandans after transforming into a tier two bank. Pride Bank Managing Director, Veronica Namaganda says besides providing financial inclusion they will empower communities to build sustainable futures. “The transition from microfinance to a fully-fledged bank is not just about expanding Pride services; it’s about deepening her impact. As we look into the future, we do so with faith in our purpose, confidence and ability serve. In a world that often prioritizes profit over people, Pride Bank remains committed to placing humanity at the centre of her…
Defence and Security will take lion share of Uganda’s 2025/6 national budget totaling to 9.9trillion this website has learnt. Recently Parliament approved Uganda budget of Shs 72.376 trillion budget for the 2025/26 financial year. Out of the total budget, only Shs 37.2 trillion is expected to come from within Uganda itself (through taxes and fees), while Shs 11.3 trillion will be borrowed locally, and another Shs 11.32 trillion will come as loans and grants tied to development projects. There’s also Shs 10.02 trillion set aside for refinancing existing debts essentially using new loans to pay off old ones. On top…
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading carrier has finally hit 40% of Uganda airline market share. Ms. Bethelehem Fisseha, Ethiopian Airlines Country Manager for Uganda, expressed deep gratitude to the airline’s partners and travel agents, whose unwavering support she credited for the airline’s impressive growth. “We know we wouldn’t have achieved this milestone without your continued support, so I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to each and every one of you,” Ms. Fisseha said. She added, “On behalf of Ethiopian Airlines and our management, we value your partnership and look forward to continued collaboration and success.” Established in…
The Minister for Agriculture, Frank Tumwebaze, has highlighted the importance of potato and sweet potato in addressing the nutritional needs of people and improving the livelihoods of different communities. Officiating at the 13th African Potato Association Conference in Kampala under the theme: “Fostering Climate-Smart Cropping Systems for Sustainable Potato and Sweet potato Value Chains.”Tumwebase said,“Potato and sweet potato are not just food crops; they are strategic assets in achieving climate resilience, nutrition, and rural transformation,” Tumwebaze remarked. thTumwebaze praised the role of the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO), with its network of 16 public agricultural research institutions, in driving innovations…