It was Glamour, Glitz and Blitz as singer Desire Luzinda rocked and mesmerized her Bridal shower ahead of her wedding with fellow Levixone.
The couple is set to Walk down the aisle this Friday 15th August in Kampala after years of illegally enjoying each other.
Desire Luzinda who jetted into the country last week, held a bridal shower a few days ago as her close female friends and family joined for the glamorous event.
The star studded event attracted top female celebrities in town. Enjoy pictorial moments from the event.
Not only defined by her striking beauty, seasoned actress and philanthropist Shakira Ninsiima has once again organized the 2nd edition of Fathers in the Spotlight following a successful debut show at Theater La Bonita last year.
Ninsiima Shakira is known to be the first Ugandan to fully acknowledge and celebrate Father’s Day as an annual event.
Ninsiima Shakira
Born and raised in Western Uganda, under Shaky Events, the actress has revealed that she was motivated by her childhood background growing up with a stepfather who treated her with kindness and love. The family-minded diva has unveiled a lineup of artists ahead of the 2nd edition at Theater LaBonita on 21st June 2025. Part of the proceeds will go to charity, as with the previous edition.
Hosted by Comedy Store’s Kalera and AjSwag 256, the star-studded lineup will feature Ronald Mayinja, Carol Nantongo, Levixone, Aziz Azion, Dax Vibes, Karole Kasita, Bruno K, Okello Okello, and several surprise acts.
Shakira Ninsiima’s acting career spans her time with The Ebonies, where she spent one year, before starring in Urban Life on Pearl and several DSTV series.
Rinic Jemimah, a remarkable 12-year-old gospel singer and devout worshiper, has unleashed an inspiring new gospel anthem titled “Zinawemaleyo.” Through this captivating track, she offers heartfelt praises to God for His blessings in her life while rallying fellow young souls to join her in a joyous dance of devotion.
The song, already available on her YouTube channel, resonates with a powerful message: that the youth are the architects of tomorrow and should revel in their faith as they dance in the embrace of Christ. Rinic Jemimah, a burgeoning talent in Uganda’s music scene, has contributed numerous songs to the gospel genre, showcasing her vocal prowess and dedication to her beliefs.
Her musical journey extends beyond solo efforts; Rinic Jemimah has collaborated with esteemed artists such as Levixone, Exodus, and Justine Nabbosa. Her contributions shine a light on the promising young musicians within Uganda’s gospel realm, illuminating the fact that gospel music is not just a genre, but a vibrant and life-affirming experience.
Don’t miss out on Rinic Jemimah’s latest sensation, “Zinawemaleyo,” available for streaming on her YouTube channel. Join her in celebrating the boundless power of faith and the exuberance of youth through this soul-stirring musical masterpiece.
Environment and Social Safeguards International (ESSI) is partnering with musicians to spread the message of tree planting and how Ugandans can protect the environment better.
Last Friday, Gospel artist Sam Lucus Lubyogo better known by his stage name Levixone was the star attraction at Grace High School in Kira, as ESSI continued to preach the gospel of environmental protection.
Levixone, an Old Boy of the school, encouraged students at a hastily arranged school assembly about the need to plant trees and conserve the environment.
“I give God the glory that I was approached to be part of this campaign. It’s good to be part of something. Trees are life and help conserve our environment,” Levixone said.
The gospel star excited students of the school with performances of some of his mega hits, Chikibombe and Turn the replay, as visibly happy students cheered on their OB.
Speaking about the campaign, ESSI boss, Khasim Ngabirano, revealed that their main goal is mind-set change about environment protection.
“We are growing trees with mind-set change. The public needs to be re energised because there has been laxity. Ours is to plant and follow up the trees with a monitoring team,” Khasim said when asked about how different their campaign is from others.
He added, “We launched thee activations last October with the Deputy Speaker of parliament in Namboole. We are planning an all-star song with musicians to amplify the message.”
Superstar Eddy Kenzo is one of the directors of ESSI.
Khasim added that they are working to awaken the laws on environmental protection so that people can be held accountable.
They later led students in planting trees around the school.
In January, Coca Cola Beverages Africa has partnered with Environment Social Safeguards International and National Forestry Authority (NFA) to launch campaign aimed at planting over 4,000 trees.
The team that will be bringing legendary Congolese artiste, Awilo Longomba to Uganda this April just unveiled the Ugandan acts that will be headlining the show.
Award winning gospel music maestro Levixone, dance hall queen Cindy and Jackie Chandiru have been named as some of the Ugandan artistes that will be performing at the April 5th show, happening at the Kampala Serena Hotel.
“I will be jamming on the same stage with the legend, Awilo Longomba come April 5th at the Kampala Serena Hotel,”Chandiru shared on her social media platform.
The trio will be joined by Congolese performer Charmant Mushaga, for the memorable night.
Tickets to the show are already available for purchase for the concert that is organized by Cents Events and proudly sponsored by The Singleton, Kampala Serena Hotel, NTV Uganda, Spark TV, Capital FM, Beat FM, and Cents events.
Fast rising Urban Reggae and R n’ B Ugandan Gospel artiste who came to the scene in 2013 with a hit banger called ‘’Nonya Omu’’, is set to have his debut performance at the 14th Edition of the Tusker Malt Lager sponsored Blankets and Wine Kampala on September 25th, 2016 at the Lugogo Cricket Oval.
Levixone
Levixone a.k.a Sam Lukas Lugolobyo’s rise to fame is a story of hard work and persistence. His Child background is dated way back in Kosovo, a Kampala Suburb where he grew up as a street child. He was introduced to the Music fraternity by two Gospel Artistes, Krystal Fabulous & Tic Tah (Currently manager to Ugandan Musician Moses Ssali A.k.a Bebe Cool) who had gone for a performance and met the little boy who performed alongside them early 2000s.
Voted as the Best Gospel Musician at the 2016 Uganda Entertainment Awards, the rising star is a heartthrob for many audiences in Uganda.
Some of Levixone’s songs that have received massive airplay include hits such as; Nonya Omu, Shuga (ft. Daisy Ejang), Niwewe , Victory (ft. Flex D’ Paper, Ruyonga & Andy Music, Kangende Noono( ft. Jay I) ,Passport, Samanya (ft. Akello) , Save A Life (ft. Baby Gloria), Help (ft. Kenya’s Dafari), Jungle among several others.
He has performed at events that are both in the secular and gospel worlds. He has performed at the annual Bayimba International Festival of the Arts, the Reggae Worship Concert among many others. This Year he will be performing at the 14th Edition of the Tusker Malt Blankets & Wine Festival slated to take place come 25th September 2016 at Lugogo Cricket Oval.
“Performing at the 14th Edition of Blankets and Wine is one of the most difficult stages on the Ugandan music scene and for me to be a part of it, is an honor. I am going to preach the word of God to my fans. This is a great opportunity for me. The revelers I will be performing for love and understand my music.” Said Levixone
Commenting about the opportunity of having Uganda’s best gospel artiste and fast rising star performing at the Blankets and Wine 14th edition, Tusker Malt Lager Brand Manager, Alex Tusingwire said; “Having Levixone, a gospel artiste, at the 14th Edition of Blankets and Wine is great news to gospel lovers. We all know about his potential and his ability to get crowds on their feet. This is a true testament of our commitment to bring a non-biased representation of the best afro music acts. We shall be expecting nothing less from Levixone. He defines what Blankets and Wine is all about.”
Levixone will join Uganda’s sensational band Qwela Band, multi-instrumentalist Giovani Kiyingi, one of East Africa’s best deejays DJs Saint Evo, alongside South Africa’s multi-award winning duo Mafikizolo.
A quarterly, picnic style music festival, Blankets and Wine is East Africa’s premier music experience, designed to showcase outstanding musicians in the emerging genres of afro-based music.
Entrance fee is 100,000 UGX at the Lugogo Cricket Oval and gates open at 12:00pm on Sunday 25th September, 2016.
In line with its support for responsible drinking, Tusker Malt Lager will be maintaining a strict ‘over 18 only’ policy for sale of alcohol.
