Author: Entebbe News

By David Isabirye Bebe Cool has of late become an artist who gives people moments, from the time he released both the audio and video for Circumference, the first single off his upcoming album, Break the Chains. During a roundtable discussion for his new initiative- The Motivation Week, which aired on NBS, Galaxy Fm, and NRG platforms, he announced that he will drop his second single titled Motivation, this Friday February 21st, 2025, across all major music channels on the continent. But none of this happened in isolation, he also announced that the ongoing Motivation Week is going to become…

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Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago, who is also the defense lawyer for the jailed opposition politician, Dr. Kizza Besigye, and his political ally, Hajj. Obeid Lutale, has insisted that his clients are in jail illegally. Lukwago was submitting before the High Court in Kampala on Wednesday, during the hearing of their habeas corpus application challenging the continued incarceration of Besigye and Lutale despite the Supreme Court ruling that declared the General Court Martial illegal to try civilians. Lukwago told the presiding judge, Douglas Singiza, that Dr. Besigye and Lutale are in illegal incarceration, adding that there is no charge before…

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Celebrity music superstar Moses Ssali a.k.a “Bebe Cool” will this Wednesday, 19th February 2025 feature on the media round table discussion between 4 PM to 6 PM. This media round table discussion is part of the motivation week; to appear on the respective media partners (social media) and NBS after 5 show. The Ugandan music icon will torch into the gain insights of his journey, experiences and his life motivators. The 47-year-old super star is a Ugandan reggae and ragga musician. He started his career around 1997 in Nairobi, Kenya, but moved back to his native country a few years later. For starters, Bebe Cool…

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By David Isabirye Family Medical Point (FMP) executed a successful moonlight outreach at Nakiwogo landing site in Entebbe Division B, Entebbe Municipality in Wakiso district on the famous Valentine’s Day. A number of activities as voluntary blood testing, counseling, practical use of condoms (males and females) and other contraceptives, testimonies, entertainment (music and dancing) were conducted. According to Polyne Nabwire, the head of programs at Family Medical Point, this moonlight outreach was targeted to raise awareness about sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and to fulfil the FMP’s mission of reaching marginalized clusters of people as the sex workers,…

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Let’s reflect about the quote. “When the well is dry. We shall know the worth of water” by Benjamin Franklin. He highlights the value of water and the importance of appreciating it while it is still abundant. We need to innovate ways of saving our environment lest we shall suffer. It suggests that only when we face scarcity or depletion of this vital resource will we understand its value. It serves as a reminder to conserve and protect water for future generations, spearheaded by eco-innovations. The urgency of embracing sustainability for the future of our planet is here and now,…

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In today’s evolving business landscape, companies and corporations are increasingly expected to demonstrate commitment towards sustainability, and it is not uncommon today to see several entities associate themselves with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and practices. While many organizations tout their ESG efforts through public relations campaigns, it’s becoming clear that glossy reports and well-crafted statements are not enough. Stakeholders – be it customers, investors, employees, or regulators are demanding genuine, measurable action. Peter Drucker, a celebrated management philosopher emphasized the importance of tracking social and environmental metrics to drive sustainability because “What gets measured gets managed.” The Pitfall…

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Newly named Governor of the Bank of Uganda, Dr. Michael Atingi – Ego, has challenged the Airtel Uganda Ltd and Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Ltd team to create more Digital and Financial Products for the masses. Dr. Atingi made the remarks while welcoming the new Managing Director of Airtel Uganda (GSM Entity), Mr. Soumendra Sahu, to Uganda. The Airtel team was led by the Managing Director of Airtel Uganda Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (AMCUL), Mr. Japhet Aritho, who paid a courtesy call on the Governor. News of his appointment came during this courtesy meeting. “We have revised our mission to…

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The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd, the company leading the development of Uganda’s crude oil export pipeline paid a courtesy visit to the Buganda Kingdom with an aim of fostering a collaborative environment that will facilitate them in addressing community concerns as the pipeline project progresses. The delegation, led by Mr. Guillaume DULOUT, the Managing Director EACOP Ltd met with the Katikiro of Buganda, Owek. Charles Peter Mayiga at the Kingdom’s headquarters in Bulange, Mengo. The discussions centered around enhancing cooperation between EACOP and the Buganda Kingdom to ensure the project’s success while addressing the needs of affected…

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The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd in partnership with Africa Global Logistics (AGL) and DDG Logistics has officially flagged off 10 additional trucks to support the transportation of pipeline materials. This brings the total number of trucks dedicated to EACOP’s logistics operations to 40, further enhancing the efficiency and pace of pipeline construction. AGL, a Ugandan company mandated to sub-contract local enterprises, has played a pivotal role in ensuring the involvement of Ugandan firms in the project. Together with their main joint venture partner, DDG Logistics, they have successfully transported 2,000 pipes using the initial 30 trucks. With…

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The year was 2021, Omah Ley and Tems came to Uganda for a performance. Uganda was on lockdown, but authorities had given a green light to parties of 200 or people. When Omah Ley posted a picture of himself on his socials, with a throng of Ugandan fans, both the Ugandan artists and their fanbase got furious. All this happened when local entertainers had been barred from performing for more than a year. Local artists took to social media and called out the government, police, and any other authority they felt should be concerned. Then news broke; Tems and Omah…

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