Ugandans in the United States of America and North America have completely rejected, Abbey Walusimbi, an envoy from President Museveni who had set conduct a tour of countries abroad aimed at attracting investors, and meeting Ugandan Communities. Walusimbi who maintains is a Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs met President Museveni recently and he allegedly endorsed a tour of countries abroad and meeting Ugandan communities. To kickstart the tour, Walusimbi said he had been directed to work with Uganda’s Ambassador to the USA, Mul Katende whom he successfully obtained on his side. However, the two found resistance from Ugandans in…
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Ahead of expected recovery of the global tourism sector in late 2021 and beyond, Destination Uganda has kicked off a campaign to reposition herself as Africa’s most competitive destination for tourists and tourism investments. Destination Uganda has unveiled, its own Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei, the reigning World 10,000m Champion as its brand ambassador. Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), the official Government of Uganda’s destination marketing organization for Destination Uganda, the Pearl of Africa and Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei have entered a one-year partnership that will “leverage Cheptegei’s global recognition and his love for his motherland” to “promote and market Uganda as a preferred…
Airtel Uganda has announced the launch of a Pay-on-Demand mobile platform in partnership with Mastercard, Samsung and Asante Financial Services Group (“Asante”). The solution will enable digital access to smartphone devices for under-served consumers and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and is poised to help drive financial inclusion and generate improved economic possibilities for people and businesses. The platform directly tackles the ongoing socioeconomic difficulties, resulting from limited access to financing that are faced by many consumers, entrepreneurs and merchants across Uganda. The service dubbed Kwata Essimu, will offer Airtel Uganda customers a chance to own selected Samsung 4G…
Uganda Cranes and Mamelodi Sundowns first choice goalkeeper Denis Onyango has been signed by Gal Sport Betting (GSB) for a year long duration as the company’s brand ambassador. The engagement which commences forthwith on Monday, 8th February 2021 will see the sports betting giant leverage on Onyango’s influence and personality across Africa, and locally in Uganda, to promote GSB as a preferred betting partner through various campaigns. Gal Sport Betting is focusing on supporting sports talent development and inspiring sports lovers in Uganda to express themselves with passion, optimism, strength and style. With this new partnership, GSB aim to engage…
Emirates’ self-check-in and bag drop kiosks at Dubai International (DXB), which made its debut in September last year, have now gone touchless further enhancing the smart contactless journey for passengers travelling from Dubai. The 32 self-service bag drop machines and 16 check-in kiosks can be controlled completely by personal mobile devices without touching the screens; providing a safe and convenient airport experience. The kiosks allow customers to check-in, receive their boarding pass, choose seats on board, and drop off their bags. New services have also been added to allow passengers to make payments for ancillary purchases, such as additional baggage allowance, directly at…
There is a lease of life back in the football-mad West Nile region, Arua City. Forget the politics that has just concluded, the football wing has harvested immensely with the biggest brand on the land – Onduparaka Football Club the latest beneficiary. Just hours after renewing their sponsorship contract with telecommunications giants MTN Uganda, marriage vows have been said with a fresh partner – AbaBet. AbaBet officially unveiled their partnership with Onduparaka, hitherto branded as the Caterpillars as the official shirt and stadium sponsors. The betting firm has offered Shs. 625,000,000 for a period of three years, a deal announced…
National Resistance Movement (NRM) Secretary General Justine Kasule Lumumba has this afternoon picked the presidential election petition filed by Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) on behalf of her party and party chairman President Yoweri Museveni. Mrs Lumumba arrived at the Supreme Court in Kololo to receive the petition, in which Bobi Wine challenges the outcome of the January 14th presidential election election. The National Unity Platform candidate in the petition asked Supreme Court to among others order the Electoral Commission to conduct fresh elections. He claims that because the EC’s non-compliance with the law affected the final outcome of the ballot.…
Ugandan shoppers are set to win 100 free trolleys and enjoy massive daily discounts as Carrefour celebrates one year in Uganda from 29th January, until 11th February. To celebrate the first anniversary in Uganda, Carrefour has launched a series of unique offers to reward their shoppers who have chosen the store as their preferred shopping destination all year. The celebrations will start with a Spin & Win game, where shoppers will win a total of 100 trolleys spread throughout the 14-day celebration. Carrefour will also give out free cakes for shoppers* born in the anniversary period every day for two…
Airtel Uganda in partnership with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Service (UBTS) concluded a four-day blood donation campaign at City Square, Kampala. This was aimed at replenishing supply that has declined in recent times because of Covid-19. Speaking during the launch of the four-day activity, Sumin Namaganda, the Airtel Uganda Public Relations Manager said; “We understand the impact the Covid-19 pandemic has had on blood donations in Uganda. Thus, we shall continue working closely with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Services to play our part in mitigating the extent of blood shortages in Uganda. When we started this initiative in 2014, we…
The reigning club champions of Asia and Africa arrived in Qatar on Friday night ahead of the 17th edition of the FIFA Club World Cup™. It is a swift return to Doha for Korea Republic side Ulsan Hyundai FC, who won the AFC Champions League title on 19 December at Al Janoub Stadium after defeating Iranian club Persepolis 2-1 in the final. Egyptian giants Al Ahly SC, meanwhile, qualified for the tournament after winning the CAF Champions League for a record ninth time thanks to a 2-1 victory over Zamalek SC. On arrival in Doha, players and officials from both…