Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services with a presence in 14 countries across Africa, announced that the highly anticipated show, The Voice Africa, will debut on 26th March 2023. Airtel Africa, as the title sponsors, has partnered with FAME Studios Africa to broadcast the show on free to air TV stations across its markets and Airtel TV. The Voice Africa received 78,804 registrations from Nigeria, Kenya, Seychelles, Tchad, Uganda, Congo, Zambia, Tanzania, Rwanda, Gabon, Madagascar, Malawi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. 12,308 talents were then selected for auditions and a total of 100, seven…
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Airtel Uganda has extended its partnership with Buganda Kingdom for another 3 years. The contract renewal was announced today at Bulange in Mengo. Since 2014, Buganda Kingdom in collaboration with Airtel Uganda has implemented transformative initiatives that have impacted the lives of people in Buganda and beyond. These include Africa’s biggest run, the annual Kabaka Birthday Run, the Masaza Cup Tournament, Eid Celebrations, among other activities that are strong platforms for engagement with the community and transformation of their lives. Speaking on behalf of Airtel Uganda’s Managing Director, the Sales Director, Mr. Ali Balunywa said, “We are proud to restate…
Hospital Sente is available to all Airtel Money customers via *185*7*6#. Hospital Sente offers hospital cash payout to beneficiaries upon inpatient hospitalization at any accredited hospital for up to 10 nights within a policy year. The product offers a funeral benefit that provides cover to the member on death due to natural or accidental causes. The product has three affordable plans: Platinum with a premium of UGX 5000 every month; Gold with a monthly premium of UGX 3000 and Silver with a monthly premium of UGX 1000. Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (AMCUL) announced a strategic partnership with Prudential Assurance…
As the cost of higher education continues to rise, many families are finding it difficult to pay for their children’s university education. The financial burden can be even greater for working families. However, with a tuition loan, families can provide their children with the education they deserve without worrying about the financial burden. Fortunately, there is a solution that can help alleviate financial difficulties: a tuition loan. A tuition loan, which in banking terms is a personal loan, is a type of loan that is specifically designed to cover the cost of tuition and other educational expenses. Unlike other types…
Taking out a loan to pay for your child’s tuition is a significant financial decision. While it can help with education costs, it can also have a negative impact on your credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and overall financial health. Unfortunately, many parents make mistakes when taking out loans for their children’s education, so in this blog post, we will go over some of the most common ones and offer advice on how to avoid them. Not exploring all options The first mistake that parents make is not exploring all options. Parents should research and consider all available financial aid options,…
Mbarara City North Member of Parliament, Robert Rukaari has petitioned the Head of State House Anti-Corruption Unit, Brigadier Henry Isoke challenging his arrest and imprisonment at Luzira prison. Rukaari was arrested and arraigned before the Commercial Division of the High Court in Kampala on March 1, 2023 for defaulting on a shs700 million debt, following a November, 17,2022 arrest warrant issued by the court’s deputy registrar. He was released on March 7, 2023. Following his release, Rukaari has petitioned the State House Anti-Corruption Unit over the “misconduct and abuse of office in execution of Court order.” In a letter to…
In anticipation of the long rains this year, the Kenya Dairy Board issued a statement dated 6th March 2023 stating that the Government of Kenya has stopped the importation of milk powders to cushion the industry from surplus production and low producer prices. Consequently, the Kenya Dairy Board says that it will monitor the production and demand for milk and milk products in the country and advise its Government accordingly. This announcement directly reinstates the 2021 ban of Ugandan milk products importation into Kenya which goes against Kenyan President Ruto’s recent directive to lift a ban on Ugandan agricultural produce…
NESA Environmental organization celebrated the International wildlife day in style at Lake Nakuru national park, a fortress famous for the Flamingoes. The theme of the day was partnership for wildlife conservation on Friday, 3rd March 2023. Several stakeholders joined hands to have a successful event led by NESA Environmental organization, Lake Nakuru team, Nakuru county government, Kenya Wildlife Service, Kivu resort, Lake Nakuru Lodge, St John Ambulance, among others. The event started with a tranquil procession at Nakuru railway station ground where they were flagged off. They marched through the town sensitizing the importance of conservation. They executed clean-ups which…
The 2022 Airtel – Masaza Cup tournament organized by Buganda Kingdom in partnership with Airtel Uganda has climaxed with Busiro claiming the 2022 Championship title against Buddu. Busiro beat Buddu 2-1 before a large crowd of Kabaka’s subjects who thronged Wankulukuku stadium today. The 2022 Masaza Cup Football Tournament kicked off in June 2022 with 18 Buganda Kingdom counties contending for the championship title. Since its inception in 2004, the tournament has produced great talent including Faruku Miya from Mawokota who is currently playing for Çaykur Rizespor a Turkish Football Club, Frank Ssebufu from Buddu presently with Uganda Cranes and…
Tournament: 13th Entebbe Ladies Golf Open Competition Dates: 3rd & 4th March 2023 Venue: Entebbe club Mode of play: Medal Expected field: 200 golfers (including subsidiaries) The 2023 Entebbe Ladies Golf championship was officially launched at Entebbe club on Wednesday, 1st March. Sponsors KCB Bank who contributed 10,900,000/=, Uganda Airlines (two travel air tickets to top performers), Britam Insurance and Crown Beverages Limited under the Pepsi brand reaffirmed their involvement in the two-day’s tournament. The launch was graced by Entebbe club lady captain Jovia Namaara Tugume, Rita Akot Apell (Vice chairperson of the Uganda Ladies Golf Union), the two lady…