The inaugural Kampala Restaurant Week, which has quickly endeared itself into the hearts of many Ugandans, came to a fitting and pompous end on 13th June 2015 with an elegant cocktail held at Yujo Japanese Restaurant on Kyadondo Road, Nakasero.
The Kampala Restaurant Week which run from June 2nd to June 13th saw 40 of Kampala’s top restaurants make delectable creative meals at large discounts and had Kampala’s foodie elite and thrill seekers hopping from restaurant to restaurant in a bid to experience the various flavors of Kampala on a pocket friendly budget.
The closing event, emceed by former Big Brother Housemate Charlie Denzel Mwiyeretsi, was also an Awards Gala to celebrate the various individuals that contributed to the social media success of the #KlaRestaurantWeek hashtag and more importantly to celebrate the emergence of Yujo Japanese Restaurant as the People’s Choice Top Restaurant for Kampala Restaurant Week 2015.
During the Restaurant Week, diners were asked to rate their restaurant experiences on the Official Restaurant Week Webpage by rating restaurants on 1 to 10 scale with consideration to Ambiance, Food, Service and general Amenities.
At the close of voting on 10th June, Yujo Japanese Restaurant emerged the highest rated restaurant with a poll of 8.3/10 from 132 voters who showed their appreciation for the restaurant’s vast cuisine offering during the week and their closely attentive service.
Over 4,000 votes were cast in this exercise. The objective of the award is to challenge restaurant proprietors to continue pushing for the highest possible standard of service delivery in the Kampala’s restaurant industry.
The award was handed over by Philip Kalibwani of The Pearl Guide (organizers of Kampala Restaurant Week) and Kelvin Wanjira, Brand Manager of Nederburg Wines (Official Sponsor of Kampala Restaurant Week).
Other highly rated restaurants from this exercise included Seven Seas Restaurant at Kampala Sheraton, The Lawns, Mantra and Prunes Café Restaurant.
Individual Winners included Emma Namala Kironde who was awarded for The Most Creative Restaurant Week Photos as she dressed in the cultural theme of every restaurant she visited and Carol Kamanzi who emerged with the Most-Liked #KlaRestaurantWeek photo on Instagram.
The Kampala Restaurant Week, which promises an even greater experience in 2016, was a phenomenal success in its first edition as Kampala diners were adequately exposed to the vast opportunities in Kampala’s restaurant scene and the restaurants all recorded a dramatic surge in visits during the week.
The hashtag #KlaRestaurantWeek also set new domestic records with over 750 photos shared on Instagram and over 5,000 posts on Twitter.
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Kampala Restaurant Week Officially Closes In Pompous Gala
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Total Uganda Widens Distribution Network With Najjera Service Station
Total Uganda, a leading oil and gas company, has expanded its retail distribution network further, by opening a new fuel service station in Najjera, Kampala.
Total Najjera, the new station, brings to 119 the number of Total service stations across the country.
Total Uganda Managing Director, Mr. Imrane Barry, said the expansion drive is in line with the company’s business strategy to take services closer to its customers. “Najjera is a residential area for Kampala’s growing middle class who need world class services and exceptional customer care that Total Uganda has come to offer,” Mr. Barry said.
Total Uganda sales Manager Allan Omuron cuts ribbon with Total staff during the official launch of the new station in Najjera last SaturdayThe station will have a full range of services such as shop with restaurant, food court area, salon, car wash, service bay, all forms of payment services such as Mobile/Airtel money, Payway, among others.
“We have adopted a new corporate identity for all our stations which is in line with our commitment to reinvent and refresh ourselves with better and more innovative services for our customers,” he said. “This fuel station is designed to conform to our new look and feel.”
Earlier this year, Total Uganda adopted a fresher outlook that resonates with the brand’s new marketing mantra “energizing your life”. Mr. Barry revealed that several stations in Kampala including; Total Kibuli, Total Wampewo, and Ntinda have already adopted a new look and it is to spread to the stations countrywide.
Mr. Barry said Total Uganda remains committed to be the preferred choice for high quality petroleum products and services anchored on a dynamic and diverse human capital; delivering sustainable value and relationships.
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Mbabaali Dismisses ‘Fake’ Papers Rumours
Hajji Muyanja Mbabaali has dismissed rumours circulating around that he is not going to contest for the forth coming elections as Member of Parliament for Bukoto South constituency because of ‘inadequate’ education papers. “The rumours are baseless, lack facts and he assured his people of Bukoto South that he has academic documents to enable him contest for the seat next year,” he said. He said this on Wednesday at his office at Kampala Serena Conference Centre. Mbabaali is set to contest for the Member of Parliament of Bukoto South Constituency in Lwengo district in 2016.
Hajji Muyanja Mbabaali addressing press at his office on WednesdayMr. Muyanja Mbabaali said he did a mature entry exams at Makerere University and passed very well, in fact he was the third best student in the country. He was awarded a Certificate of Recognition of Mature
Age Entry and admitted to Bachelors of Arts (Social Sciences) on 14th December 2013 at Makerere University.The Mature Age Entry Scheme: Under this scheme a candidate must sit and pass the University Mature Age Entry examination. To be eligible for the examination, the candidate MUST be at least 25 years old before 1st August of the year in which admission is sought. No candidate who has previously attended a programme at this University shall be re-admitted to the university under this scheme to a programme of study in which he/she failed to qualify during his or her previous attendance.
From there, he once again continued his education exploits by doing a diploma in Information Science and Technology at Uganda Pentecostal University (UPU) in Fort Portal for one year. So all those saying you can’t do a diploma in one year, should consult with the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).
Mbabaali’s Mature Entry examination certificateBefore all the above, Mbabaali sat for his A’Level at Nsambya Youth Sharing hall and passed very well attaining Uganda Advance Certificate of Education (UACE). With education papers, I am very sure and set because I did all that was required to address the education issue that affected me last time. If you have doubts; seek clarification from Makerere University (Mak), Uganda Pentecostal University (UPU), National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), National Electoral Commission and NRM ELectoral Commission. Therefore, those threatening to challenge my papers in court can go ahead but it will be a waste of their time which they can instead put to a good use by doing some other constructive things that would help them.
Under the constitution of the Republic of Uganda, anybody with S.6 or its equivalent is eligible to stand for the Member of Parliament or as the president, therefore this means Muyanja Mbabaali is eligible to stand.
Why The Continued Quest For The MP Seat?
“My aim to stand for the MP seat is to work for my people and nothing else. This is a retirement package I have for my people which I want to give them. I want to make sure that they get out of poverty and become self sustainable, with that achieved, I will have gotten myself a rightful retirement package”,
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The Uganda Vintage And Classic Auto Show 2015 Is On
Dr. John B. Niwagaba, the Auto Show Chairman announced that preparations for the Uganda Vintage and Classic Auto Show 2015 are underway. The Sheraton Kampala Gardens will once again play host to a fabulous display of our country’s history through Vintage and Classic Cars on Saturday 25th July 2015. It will be preceded by a Snail Trail of the participating Cars through the streets of Kampala on Friday 24th July 2015 (Eve of the Show). Gates will open at 10am. The Cost of Entry will be 10,000/= per person.
Cars as old as 25 years and above are the only ones allowed to showcase
Since its inauguration in 2012, the show has gained increased interest and enthusiasm among Ugandans and foreigners. This year’s event promises to be explosive!! Cars that will be showcased will be 25 years and older. Cars from Kenya and the rest of East Africa are expected to compete in the competition. We have increased the number of prize categories to increase the winning prospect for competing Cars. There will be Performances by local artists. Car Enthusiasts will be treated to a day full of enjoyment and entertainment. The newest feature of the show is the Auto Expo (New Car Slots where Car Companies exhibit their latest models).
Germany’s Auto Bild, the world’s most circulated Car Magazine which sells approximately 19 million copies each issue will be covering the show and profiling some of the participating cars and their owners.
The show will be judged by five (5) Judges, three (3) from the Alfa Romeo Club, the organizers of the Concours d’Elegance in Nairobi, and two (2) from the Automobile Association of Uganda (AAU). Mr. Bob
Dewar, the Chairman of the Concours d’Elegance Organizing Committee will be the Chief Commentator at this year’s event.Registration of participating cars will be carried out up to 10th July 2015.
The Uganda Vintage & Classic Auto Show encompasses Uganda’s history and heritage is endorsed by Uganda Tourism Board, the Automobile Association of Uganda (AAU) and Kenya’s Concours d’Elegance.
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Heineken Brings The Glory Of The UEFA Champions League To Uganda
As Barcelona’s incredible forward team of Messi, Neymar and Suarez put the Old Lady of Italy Juventus F.C to where it belongs in Berlin Germany on 6th of June, Heineken Uganda set up an exclusive VIP experience for its Ugandan football lovers to champion the match from in Kampala.
Heineken Brand ambassadors pose for a group photoTo bring the excitement of the world class tournament to fans, Heineken hosted the final match screening at Legends Sports Bar, in an exclusive event open to the public due to popular demand following past UEFA Champions League final match screenings they have hosted before.
Eddie Kenzo with the Big Talent Crew performThe final match screening was part of the momentum of ‘Champion the match’ campaign that Heineken had launched when the second round games kicked off in February 2015.
Michael Kitanda and Pragmo perform the UEFA tuneOther finals viewing outlets across Kampala included Casablanca and Club Ambiance, while fans in Entebbe enjoyed the match at Red Roosters. Mbarara fans had viewing experience at The Heat, while Club El Tangia in Mbale treated Heineken consumers and football fans to a similar experience.
DJs Roja and Mark on the decks“We have massive fans of football in Uganda and because of timing, we understand that it may have been a bit tough to experience the excitement of the UCL in real-time,” said Heineken East Africa General Manager Uche Unigwe, “Throughout the tournaments we created ways to encourage football fans to enjoy the games and in the process make them feel as though they are part of the experience. The final match screening is a culmination of that experience. ” During the Quarter Finals of the UEFA Champions League, the international brewer, launched the Heineken limited edition ‘trophy’ bottle that was designed to reward consumers with a trophy of their own as part of champion the match campaign.
The UEFA Champions League is the most prestigious club league; the premier sporting event has become a global phenomenon that fits perfectly with the Heineken brand, which is enjoyed in almost every country in the world. Barcelona won their 5th Champions League trophy after beating Juventus 3-1.
DJ Mark does his thing
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Uganda-UK 2015 Convention set
The 5th Uganda-UK convention is set to take place on Saturday 12th September 2015 at Troxy, 490 Commercial Road, E1 OHX London. Several top Ugandan personalities are slated to speak at the function that brings together Ugandans who stay in UK and Uganda as well as other areas.
Willy Mutenza, the Chairman–Ugandan Convention UK told Showbiz Uganda that the event is aimed at tackling issues of trade and investment.
Nnabagereka Sylvia Nagginda will be the guest of honour
Top Ugandan singers including Moze Radio & Weasel, Geoffrey Lutaya and wife Irene Namatovu and Bosmic Otim are slated to perform at the Convention After Party. The Nnabagereka of Buganda Sylvia Nagginda is the chief guest.
Event Details
A warm welcome to the 5th Uganda-UK Convention
It is my absolute pleasure and delight to invite you to join us for the 5th Uganda-UK investment Convention, in London on 12th Sept 2015. Not only is the convention the largest in Europe but is jointly organised with the Uganda Investment Authority and the Uganda High Commission and presents an unprecedented opportunity for UK businesses to engage in bi-lateral trade with Uganda.
Uganda continues to record remarkable economic growth, and according to the World Bank has endured a GDP growth of 6.6 in 2014, and is one of the 10 fastest growing economies in Africa.
There has been much transformation in governance and in the general political atmosphere, giving potential investors greater confidence. In terms of available investment opportunities, Uganda has abundant natural resources, discovery of oil and also, infrastructure development is continuously opening more doors for potential investors.
The sharp rise in the middles-class is creating a robust demand for consumer goods, more so in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry. All these attributes and more, have, and continue to place the country in the spotlight with regards to sustainable investments.
Renowned as having the highest level of both Ugandan and UK governmental and business speakers, this year we will be addressing the essential need to know topics most prevalent to East Africa (Uganda), such as opportunities within a range of sectors that include the priority sectors; infrastructure development, Power & Energy, Health-care, Agri-business, Real Estate, financial markets.
The 2015 programme has a demanding, interesting and varied agenda over the course of the day, with keynote addresses, panel discussions and break-out networking sessions involving government and officials from the private sectors, prominent Ugandan (Africa) entrepreneurs, private equity funds, asset managers, bankers, leaders and Pan-African development institutions. Additionally, a Project Centre will be in place to enable bilateral meetings and group discussions, with on hand support to facilitate business deals.
I therefore urge you to make every effort to participate in this important event and I look forward to meeting you in London on the day as we take the opportunity to continue our efforts to promote Uganda as an increasingly pivotal destination for investment.
Kind regards
Willy Mutenza, chairman
The Confirmed speakers to the event include:
- Rt. Hon. Dr Ruhakana Rugunda, Uganda Prime Minister
- Chief Guest, Her Royal Highness Sylvia Nagginda Nnabagereka Queen of Buganda
- Lord Verjee
- Dr. Benon Mutambi, CEO, Electricity Regulatory Authority
- Lord Popat
- Lord Sheikh
- Rt. Hon Baroness Sandy Verma
- Doris Akol, Commissioner General-Uganda revenue Authority
- Mr. Ismail Ahmed, the Founder and CEO of WorldRemit
- Mr Ian Harrison, UK Trade & Investment-Regional Director
- Nuradin Osman, MD, Africa & Middle East for AGCO ( Massey Ferguson)
- Hon. Matia Kasaija, minister of Finance (TBC)
- Hon Irene Muloni, minister of energy (TBC)
- Hon Amelia Kyambadde, minister of trade and investment (TBC)
- Dr. Eng. Frank Sebbowa, CEO-Uganda Investment Authority (TBC)
- And many more
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Kampala Restaurant Week Officially Launched
Hosted by The Pearl Guide, the Kampala Restaurant Week, a domestic tourism initiative geared towards restaurant exposure and exploration officially kicked off with a highly regarded launch event on June 2nd at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel.
Nederburgs Kelvin Wanjira awards Raffle Winner Carlo Kutesa with a bottleGraced by Kampala’s top taste makers, guests were treated to sumptuous delicacies paired with the best varieties of Nederbug Wines that were on offer for the night. It was an intimate evening as the art of pairing food and wine could never be proved otherwise.
Kampala Restaurant Week LaunchingThe official tasting of the inaugural Kampala Restaurant Week was presented by Master Chef Dhanushka Kumara of the Sheraton Kampala, who surprised guests with delectable gourmet canape selection.
Guests looking excited at the LaunchKampala Restaurant Week which runs from June 2nd-June 13rd is an ongoing 12 day festival that celebrates Kampala’s top eateries and chefs. The 40 participating restaurants, for the duration of the event, are all creating big special edition meals that they are all presenting to guests at low prices fixed to UGX 15,000 (Casual Meal) and UGX 25,000 (Signature Meal). The concept of the event is to attract people to visit the restaurants and experience their cuisine, ambiance, service and creativity at a discount.
Khalil Meghji and Prakash Saldana of Uganda Wines and SpiritsGuests can see all participating restaurants via www.thepearlguide.co.ug/krw and plan their restaurant visits right away.
Guests Interacting at the LaunchIn his comments, Philip Kalibwani Project Manager for Kampala Restaurant Week, highlighted that as Restaurant Week is on-going, there will be scheduled signature events in different areas in Kampala in celebration of different cuisines and food types.
Far Right Ian Duncan MD Kampala Sheraton with some of the guestsThese include Sweet Tooth Party at The Bistro Kisementi-June3th, Savannah Braai at City Ville-June 5th, Wine Wednesday at La Patisserie-June 6th as well as a Mystery Tasting Experience at Yujo-June 9th officiated by Heinrich Kulsen, a Wine Maker from South Africa.
Kampala Restaurant Weeks First Official Serving
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The MC of the night was MC Agaba Tumusiime of City VilleAbout The Pearl Guide
The Pearl Guide Uganda is a local social and travel magazine, and is the developer of the Pearl Guide App, Uganda’s first tourism application. The Pearl Guide utilizes its portfolio of magazine, web, social media, and mobile app to feed the best restaurant recommendations, nightlife reviews, outdoor adventure, events and insights into Uganda’s attractions and holiday gems.
Kampala Restaurant Week is an annual event that gives foodies a chance to try out sumptuous and scrumptious meals at the finest restaurants in town offering unbelievable discounts, come try out the foodie in you at the most exciting rates!
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Tycoon Hamis To Enter Into His Multibillion Pad
Tycoon Hamis Kiggundu, one of the youngest tycoons in the country and owner of Ham Towers in Makerere as well Ham Shopping Mall in Nakivubo will soon enter his new palatial home.
Hamis’ multibillion pad is located in GgabaThe multi-billion is located on the shores of Lake Victoria and the mansion is now complete. Very soon Ham will hold a house warming party with relatives, friends and business associates.
Hamis Kiggundu is one of the richest young tycoons in the country
The magnificent home has left many marveling at its beauty. The youthful tycoon proved his financial clout by unveiling the multibillion home.
An aerial view of Hamis’ houseThe tycoon is Also behind the re-constriction of Nakivubo stadium into an international standard.
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Jose Chameleone Arrives In Nairobi To A Frenzy
After concluding the Canadian league of the “Wale Wale” tour, Ugandan music king: Chameleon arrived in Nairobi, Kenya via Uganda last week. He was set to film the new season of Coke Studio Africa, for the first time.
Jose Chameleone entered the studios immediately from the planeYou would think that he was tired after the long flight but the hard worker did not stop anywhere when he arrived, he went straight to the studios for work. It’s such hard work that has made the singer’s latest hit singles “Tubonge” and “Wale Wale” take over Africa and the world by storm.
Several Nairobi journalists have booked Chameleon for interviews wanting to know more about what Ugandan flavour he will be bringing to the show this season.
In his Instagram account https://instagram.com/jchameleone an excited Chameleon was seen posting videos and pictures on his trip with the hashtag #CokeStudioAfrica He might be paired with a female musician from Kenya or Nigeria, even he’s yet to find out. Chameleon’s music has always resonated with fans across East Africa.
His fan base has in recent years expanded to Europe and America. Several “Wale Wale” tours have been sold out.
Coke Studio Africa has this season brought together 28 artistes drawn from Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique and Nigeria. They will all be tasked in duos to create songs made of mash-ups of two different songs. This means that they will for the first time produce songs Africa has never heard.
Other Ugandan acts set to join the show include Julian Kanyamozi, Keko and Maurice Kirya among others.
Keep up with all Coke Studio Africa related information including artists, collaborations, lyrics & TV airing times via #cokestudioafrica or the below pages:
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Multichoice Uganda Launches DStv Digital Migration Bonanza
Price of full DStv kit to be slashed by more than 65%
Once in a lifetime price offer available while stocks last
Kits to be sold countrywide at MultiChoice sales offices and agent outlets
With just two weeks to the Digital Migration MultiChoice, the continents leading pay television provider has launched an unprecedented digital offer of only 99,900 Shillings for a full DStv kit which includes a decoder, a dish and one month subscription on the Access bouquet.
The price special which is the cheapest ever in Uganda’s history for a direct to home DTH satellite product represents a reduction of over 65% from the normal retail price.
Making the announcement at a press conference held at their offices Charles Hamya, the General Manager of MultiChoice Uganda said this is an incredible once in a lifetime price which will only be available for three weeks.The digital migration is a major global milestone which will positively transform the broadcasting and ICT sector. MultiChoice as a company fully intends to play its part in helping the country migrate by making it as affordable as possible for Ugandans to move to full digital broadcasting”. He noted that MultiChoice Africa their parent company stopped analogue broadcasting more than ten years ago and was glad to see they had taken the right decision.
Informing Ugandans where the specially priced DStv kits will be sold Bryan Muwonge the Marketing Manager of DStv said the kits shall be available at all MultiChoice retail and agent outlets countrywide he noted “because of the technology it uses (Satellite Direct to home) DStv is the only pay television product that can be viewed in any part of the country as such we have made sure Ugandans will be able to buy DStv in whatever town or urban center they live”.
He continued by, encouraging Ugandans to embrace the migration which he said “will be beneficial for the television industry as a whole because it would promote quality digital services and create a variety of business and employment opportunities across the television value chain”.
He however cautioned Ugandans who believe the migration deadline will be extended not to do so because the UCC has repeatedly announced they are ready to switch off and that the migration is a part global agreement that requires Uganda to abide by that date.