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Model Asma Uwase Exclusive!

Model Asma Uwase Opens Up About Modeling And Love Life

And Why She Left Kigali For Kampala Asma Uwase is one of the most thought after models at the moment in Uganda

She is one the most thought after models in Uganda at the moment but what else do you know about Asma Uwase? Showbiz Uganda talked to her about modeling career, love life and her dream.

Who is Uwase?

Asma: My real name is Asma Uwase. I was born on 02 September 1991. I was born and raised in Kigali, Rwanda.

Why did you leave Kigali for Kampala?

Asma: I left Kigali because of my modeling career. I had no chance to make it big in Kigali so I opted for a much better Kampala.

When did u join modeling?

Asma: I started my modeling career in 2010 and have now done several runways. I have experience now and I see myself becoming a big model in the near future.

Who inspired you?

Asma: I was inspired by American supermodel Tyra Banks. I used to watch so much of American next top Model. That is where I got my inspiration.

What is your dream and where do we expect to see you in modeling in the next five years?

Asma: I dream big! I want start my own clothing line and modeling agency and I see my self in the biggest industry of modeling. I truly want to emulate Tyra Banks and other top supermodels in the world.

What is your memorable modeling experience?

Asma: When one of my heels got broken on the runway and I rocked on the runway that no one noticed what had happened to me.

What’s your comment about Uganda’s Modeling Industry?

Asma: It is an industry that is just growing of which, with our Ugandan culture most Ugandans are failing to embrace it. Ugandans need to support the industry and give it a push and we will be up there.

What do you do in your free time?

Asma: I love watching movies in a silent place and cooking for my friends.

What challenges have you face in this industry?

Asma: I have faced no challenges as yet because I love what I am doing and the pressure is still low.

Tell us about your love life. All these we have read in the papers, what do you have to say about it?

Asma: Am the kind who loves and does one on one relationship. Not everything that has appeared in newspapers is true apart from my name.

Are you assigned to any company officially?

Asma: I am not yet assigned to any company because I like keeping my options open.

What message do you have for your fans and fellow models?

Asma: They should do what they believe in and what makes them happy because at the end of the day it’s your life, no one can love you more than your life.Asma Uwase is the hottest model in Uganda at the moment. She is well know for runway exploits in bikini

January 24, 2014
Meet Jaguar The Richest Musician In East Africa

Many in entertainment circles have come up to claim that Kenyan singer Charles Njagua Kanyi known by his stage name Jaguar is the richest musician in East Africa and surely he is.Jaguar (R)holding his awardS at the MCSK event

This claim looks to be true and Showbiz Uganda has dug dip down to Kenya and brings you what the singer owns and no other East Africa artist has such things. Jaguar shares good friendship president Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto.Jaguar with one of his best friends President Uhuru Kenyatta

What does Jaguar Own?Jaguar’s mansion and a few of his expensive carsJaguar also owns a PlaneOne of Jaguar’s expensive rides

The singer recently purchased a Jaguar car worth Ksh16m and owns more than 200 Jag Cabs. The singer runs a security company as well as car showroom. On top of that, he has an automobile workshop.

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On cars, he drives owns Jaguar, Range Rover Sport, Lexus, Mercedes Benz. He also owns big mansion worth Ksh80m and bags close to a million shillings on his performance charges within Kenya only.

He also has Real Estates business . With all these no other East African artist can beat him in riches at the moment. His total wealth is worth at $30m and many predict that it could double in the next few years

Facts About HimJaguar (R) with AY of Tanzania

He is a youth mentor, does not drink alcohol, very smart and likes exchanging ideas with all people of different kinds.

Last week, he flew his team for music promotions to Tanzania where he toured all the media and areas of Dar es Salaam.

Jaguar has released the music video for his latest track dubbed ‘Kioo’. The video talks about reformation and the time one takes to reflect on themselves in order to effect change.

Rumour has it that Jaguar may land a state house job soon regarding his good network with the youth, talks are underway and that may double his riches.

Who is Jaguar?Jaguar and the deputy president of Kenya William Ruto. The two are close friends

Jaguar real name Charles Njagua Kanyi is a Kenyan musician well known for his philanthropic character and his most viewed Kenyan clip Kigeugeu. He has performed in Nairobi and Minnesota and won several music awards.

The songs by Jaguar include: Fanya Mambo, Furaha, Jina Langu, Kigeugeu, Nikuskize, Nimetoka Mbali, Nimevuma, Tayari, Unaniwasha. Some of them inclined towards the reggae genre. Kigeugeu has won the most awards.Jaguar holding dollars on the onset of his new song Kioo Video

Awards
1. 2011 Pearl of Africa Music Awards: Best Male Artiste (Kenya)
2. 9th Kisima Music Awards (2011): the Hit song Kigeugeu won Jaguar the Best Boomba Artiste award
3. 2011 (EAMAS) Jaguar (Kenya) and Dr Claude (Rwanda) shared the best male artist accolades in East African music awards- Urban contemporary category.
4.Won Kilimanjaro Music awards 2012

5. He won the award in Pearl of Africa music Awards 2012Jaguar performing at Kenya’s 50th Independence celebrations last year

January 21, 2014
Barbara Kimbugwe’s Diva Fashions Officially Launched

Former Miss Uganda Barbara Kimbugwe was all smiles on Saturday after she launched her Diva Fashions Boutique officially.Barbara (C) with friends cutting the tape to officially open the shop

The boutique located at Tirupati Mazima Mall Ggaba Road Kabalagala, 2^nd basement shop number 06 was officially opened on Saturday 11^th January 2014. In the company of her family and friends, Barbara cut the ribbon and declared the shop open to every fashion lover. She said the shop mostly has female stuff ranging from dresses, tops, high heels, bags to mention but a few and all imported from Miami, USA. She said they also have wallets and shoes for gents. “I am here to serve my fellow Ugandans with classy stuff at good and affordable prices, we have now stocked for Valentine so those who lovers this is your chance to come and buy for the best from US”. Below is the pictorial from the event. Enjoy go and shop!(L-R) Sarah Nyamwenge, Barbra Kimbugwe, Mariam and Sylvia Namutebi at the shopBeauty Queens: Barbara and Sylvia are all ex Miss UgandaBarbra with her friend Vicky DraniFamily and friends joined Barbara for a drink up at Club VenomEsther Akankwasa and Barbara inside Diva Fashions houseSusan with Barbara Kimbugwe after the official launch of her Diva Fashions

January 13, 2014
Profiling Stella Nankya Of Starqt

Stella Nankya is a Ugandan born Businesswoman, Fashion designer and Model. She has found much success as a CEO and founder of Starqt fashion house with head quarters in Johannesburg, South Africa.Stella Nankya posing on her BMW X6

Early Life

Nankya was born in 1988 at Rubaga hospital and raised in Nsambya estates in Kampala Uganda. She is the youngest of seven children born to Betty Nsubuga, a Nurse, and the late Angelo Nsubuga who worked for American Insurance in Uganda. As a child, she grew up watching her mum tailoring their clothes, which prompted her interest in designing and sewing clothes.

Education

Stella Nankya went to Tank Hill Nursery School, Kisubi Girls Primary school, she had her share in a couple of secondary schools which included; St. Noah Girls, Summit College, Ntinda View College, Taibah High and Green Hill Academy all in Kampala, Uganda. With her business skills, Stella opened a beauty parlour saloon at Mukwano Arcade before leaving for South Africa where she studied fashion designing at SewAfrica College at the fashion district in Johannesburg.Stella Nankya’s caps

Modelling Career

Stella Nankya started modeling in 2007 in Johannesburg and is currently signed under Australian Moment Models Agency.Stella Nakya’s Magazine

Fashion Career

Stella Nankya founded STARQT/Qt label before she enrolled in further college studies of fashion designing.Stella Nankya’s water

STARQT LABEL

Qt was launched in Johannesburg in 2008 with a range of branded gear that included Caps, winter bunnies, Jackets, T-shirts, Bags and Tank tops.

Business Career

Stella’s Starqt is a certified company under the cipro laws in South Africa. Starqt fashion house has ventured into

*Starqt beverages ie water & juice.

*Starqt life style & fashion magazine.

*Printery & Embriodery services for daily clientele.

*Tailoring services to clients with custom visions such as corporate uniforms, Bridal wear, Matric dresses, graduation Attires extras.

International Recognition

Stella Nankya was the first woman to represent Uganda at Miss Asia Pacific World Pageant an international beauty contest held last year in South Korea.

Achievements

Stella Nankya advanced her starqt label to an entire clothing line.

She launched STARQT clothing in Uganda in 2010.

She was awarded best new label 2010 at the Afrikan Fashion awards in Uganda. She was also awarded best fashion at Miss Asia Pacific World Super talent Endeavour 2013 in Korea.

Stella Nankya is the founder and annually host of Miss Uganda South Africa and Miss East Africa South Africa.

Starqt Fashion Shows

– Hip hop wear showcase in Kensington, November 2009

– Starqt fashion night at Club Silk Uganda

– Starqt splash launch at Golf course hotel, Kampala, Uganda in August 2010

-Starqt christmas range lingerie show case at Afrikan award night, December 2010

– Starqt shoponline fashion showcase at Grand imperial hotel, Kampala Uganda, April 2011.

– Starqt purple showcase at steak out in Kampala, Uganda

– Starqt Ugandan flag range at City hall in Pretoria, South Africa, June 2012.

– Starqt feather qouture show case during Miss Uganda SA pageant.

– Starqt Qouture showcase at the legislature building in Johannesburg, South Africa 2013.

– Starqt Qocktail dresses showcase MAPW super talent endeavour in Seoul, Korea, October 2013.

Stella Nankya is now the franchise holder of Miss Asia Pacific world in Uganda. As a national director, she is annually responsible for selecting the qualified contestants to represent Uganda at the world pageant.

Related site

www.starqt.com

January 3, 2014
Lucky Joins Booming NBS TV

NBS Tv is already booming with a bevy of babes and the joining of Lucky Rahmah Mbabazi adds soup to the already impressive line up.

Lucky Rahmah Mbabazi

Lucky who doubles as Capital Evening Drive co-presenter is joining on a basis of a new show.

The show titled ‘Live Right Show’ kicked off on Saturday. It is a Lifestyle TV show that promotes healthy living and will be running every Saturday. She will host the show alongside Dr.Karuhanga.

Lucky joins a line up of beauties at NBS that includes Argatha Lowash, Olivia Ziwa, Precious Mable Twegumye to mention but a few.

December 19, 2013
NBL Scoops CSR Award

Beer makers Nile Breweries Limited did it again after they emerged as winner of the Best Sustainability Reporting Award at the Uganda CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Awards 2013 held on Wednesday.

NBL staff receiving the award

This is a great achievement in reporting our progress on the ten sustainable development priorities according to NBL Sustainable manager Ronald Mayanja.

December 19, 2013