Colin Asiimwe, the Head of Marketing during the launch of Showmax at MultiChoice Uganda offices, looking on is Ms. Joan K. Semanda, the PR and Communications Manager and a staff at MultiChoice Uganda.

By Our Reporter

MultiChoice has officially launched Showmax, it’s internet-based TV service in Uganda.

Speaking at the launch on Tuesday, Colin Asiimwe, the Head of Marketing revealed that MultiChoice continues to take strides that enable the business remain relevant to its customers.

“The entertainment industry is very dynamic and has witnessed several game-changing interruptions and molding including delivery of entertainment and TV over the internet,” Colin Asiimwe said, adding that, “to remain relevant to our subscribers, we must do two things; one is to be 5 steps ahead of the pack or constantly and instantaneously evolve as things change.”

Showmax, available in over 70 African countries, is an internet TV service that boasts of a unique combination of hit African content, first and exclusive international series, kids’ shows, and live sport.

In her remarks, Joan Semanda Kizza, the PR and Communications Manager, observed that, “MultiChoice Uganda is pleased to launch Showmax in Uganda to enable us offer our customers a range of TV entertainment options, especially at a time as this while being cognizant of the current times when families are together.”

“New subscribers will receive a two week trial period when they first initiate the service. In addition, there will also be an announcement when, to thank our Premium subscribers for their continued commitment to us, the service will be free as a value added service for them.” She added.

Showmax is available to stream using apps for smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, computers, media players and gaming consoles, and the monthly subscription goes for UGX 14,000 on Showmax Mobile and UGX 28,000 on Showmax Standard.

The post MultiChoice Uganda adds Showmax Internet TV Service to its offering appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

Songstress Danra UG has bounced back.

Real name Nassuna Daphine, she has been silent since breaking ties with her former management Savaam Music.

Sources close to the singer have revealed to us that she recently signed a recording deal with a new music label and is ready to take her singing career to the next level.

She is working with BNRK management under Wolf Records who will be charged with managing and promoting her music.

“The new management is ready to invest heavily in her music career, and you will be hearing a lot of her music on the airwaves very soon,” the source told us.

Known for songs like Zina, Mulala Mulala, Museezi and Brown Sugar among others, Danra is now working on new music to add to her discography. She released her first project under the new management this week.  Titled “Mukodo”, the new single was well received among her fans and the video is expected out very soon.

Listen to the new single below.

The post Songstress Danra bounces back appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

Singer Vinka has released a brand new video.

Dubbed “Love Panic”, the video which premiered Friday on YouTube marks her first official project for the year.

Laid on a mellow beat, “Love Panic” explores a love theme as Vinka narrates how her lover takes her breath away and gives her goosebumps whenever they are together.

The video which was directed by Swangz Avenue’s Marvin Musoke takes viewers into the wild as the two lovebirds amble through the woods and lush green plantations. The video was shot at Ssezibwa falls.

The love ballad was written by Azawi and audio produced by Nessim.

Watch the video below.

The post Vinka releases new video — “Love Panic”. Watch it here! appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

Kaweesa Ivan aka Kadabrah has emerged winner in the “GNL Dear HipHop” challenge. The young rapper was rewarded with a cash prize of USD 300 (about Ugx 1 million) on Saturday.

The “GNL Dear HipHop Challenge”, organised by Baboon Forest Entertainment (BFE), was aimed at empowering the youth through arts especially HipHop.

During the campaign, individuals were asked to shoot and share a video on social media to be entered into the competition for a chance to win the big cash prize. However, to qualify, participants were required to use the 5 elements of hiphop that include lyricism, breakdance, deejaying, graffitti and seeking/sharing knowledge.

“This campaign was mostly to enable young people out there recognize their power and potential to utilize their gadgets in this digital era to create. So basically we were looking at creativity, versatility and vibrant new talent,” Sophie Amayo, a representative from BFE said while giving out the prize money on Saturday.

“We received a number of talented participants and the winner was chosen through social media interactions. The number of likes, comments and average percentage ratings automatically gave us a winner.” Amayo added.

The campaign followed the release of GNL Zamba’s critically acclaimed single, “Dear HipHop”, in early June.

Meanwhile, BFE is planning to organize  a new campaign where the winner will walk away with USD 1,000 (about Ugx 3.7 million).

“To the youth out there we do still have more in store for you. As a matter of fact, we’ll be announcing a new challenge that will see you walk away with $1000.” She concluded.

The post GNL Zamba rewards winner in “Dear HipHop” challenge appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

M-Net, the MultiChoice Group’s flagship channel on DStv Premium, has acquired the rights from The Walt Disney Company to screen Black Is King across Africa. The film by Beyoncé, is based on the music of The Lion King: The Gift from last year’s release of Disney’s The Lion King. The teaser and trailer about this new visual album are already taking the world by storm.

More good news is that M-Net will bring Black Is King to the continent within 24-hours of its debut on Disney+. The M-Net screening is scheduled for Saturday, 1 August at 20:00 CAT and 21:00 EAT/WAT.

As a special treat for those subscribing to other DStv packages, the MultiChoice Group will also open M-Net to DStv Compact Plus, Compact and Family for two hours on the night that Black Is King arrives in Africa.

“Showcasing this landmark visual album and global television event to as many of our loyal viewers as possible, MultiChoice Group and M-Net yet again cement their reputation as Africa’s most-loved storyteller,” says Yolisa Phahle, MultiChoice Group CEO: Video Entertainment. “We’re very excited to be part of this global event, but what makes Black Is King even more important for us, is that it shines the spotlight on the many phenomenal African creatives who were involved in the project – both on screen and behind the scenes.”

Christine Service, Senior Vice President of The Walt Disney Company Africa, adds: “Black Is King is a powerful, relevant and timely creative and celebratory expression of identity that we felt was important to be shared with fans across Africa as it launched globally on Disney+. We’re thrilled to continue the journey that started with The Lion King.”

Starring featured artists from the film’s music soundtrack as well as guest appearances, Black Is King tells the story of a young king’s journey through betrayal, love, and self-identity. Guided by his ancestors, father and childhood love, he earns the virtues needed to reclaim his home and throne.

Filmed in various locations, the film’s cinematography captures beautiful people and landscapes across continents, starting in New York, then Los Angeles, South Africa, West Africa, London and Belgium. From all those places came an extraordinary cast of actors and dancers that influenced the film’s rich tableau and vibrant choreography.

The new trailer provides a glimpse of some of the special guests in the film. They include models Aweng Ade-Chuol and Adut Akech, supermodel Naomi Campbell, Tina Knowles-Lawson, author and Academy Award®-winning actor Lupita Nyong’o, singer Kelly Rowland, Pharrell Williams and JAY-Z, among others. Many artists featured on The Lion King: The Gift album also make appearances.

The post Beyonce’s new film, “Black Is King” to premiere in Africa on August 1st appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

After teasing fans online for days, Irene Ntale has finally unveiled what she has been cooking.

The Universal Music Group-signed songstress surprised her fans with new music on Thursday evening.

She debuted her EP titled “Sukaali” which boasts of 6 singles including title track Sukaali, Onkubira ko, Every way, Turn up, Allergy and Mpima.

“These six songs are, in a very deep way, an expression of my curtain call to those that have cheered for the music from the beginning,” Irene Ntale said. “Think of it as my bouquet of flowers saying, thank you; saying, alright let’s do this.”

This is the first major project Ntale has released since landing a record deal with Universal Music Group Nigeria (UMGNG) in 2019.

Ntale became the first Ugandan artiste to be signed to UMGNG, a division of Universal Music Group (UMG), a world leader in music-based entertainment with strategic divisions in more than 60 countries worldwide.

Listen to the EP below.

The post Irene Ntale releases new music. Listen here! appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By BigEyeUg Writer

Swangz Avenue’s Winnie Nwagi is set to release a new song entitled “Everything”. This she revealed in a phone interview with NBS TV’s Zahara Toto.

The song whose details she was hesitant to reveal will have its audio out on Friday the 14th of August 2020 and the video will be shot by the end of the month.

The super excited vocalist said that she enjoys listening to the song and that she can’t wait to release the song to her fans.

Nwagi revealed the news while responding to queries that arose from the video clip that circulated on social media where she was having a “provocative” dance with Navio.

In the interview, she was angry with persons that attacked her on social media over the video clip. The bitterly speaking Nwagi threatened to block anyone that doesn’t respect her on her social media.

She also advised women who feel insecure with their husbands being near her to always pull them away.

The self proclaimed “Fire girl” has had a number of hit songs over the years like Musawo, Jangu, Mataala, with several collaborations like Yitayo with Chosen Blood, Science with King Saha, and many more others. We wait to see how her new song will perform but we wish her all the best.

The post Winnie Nwagi to release a new song appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By BigEyeUg Writer

It’s three years now since the late Daniel Mukisa alias Danz Kumapeesa died at Nsabya hospital after succumbing to injuries after unknown assailants attacked him with iron bars on his way back home.

A lot of celebrities contributed money towards his burial.

However, family members have come out to raise complaints about his unfinished grave saying a lot of money towards his burial was contributed and given to his mother but she has never bothered to finish up her son’s grave. Dan’s brother stressed that they have tried contacting her but all in vain.

In a recent interview, his father said all the money was given to Danz’s mother and ever since they buried him, she has never come back. He cried out saying he wants his son’s memory to be respected and have his grave completed. “Twagala azimbwe, bamutunuleko nga balaba ekitibwa kye.” Danz’s father cried out.

Danz Kumapeesa was a Jahlive producer who started his career at young age. He worked with a lot of big artistes including Bebe Cool, Winnie Nwagi, Rema and many others. He died at an age of 23.

The post Danz Kumapeesa’s family blames his mother for the unfinished grave appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By BigEyeUg Writer

Canada based Ugandan singer Musoke Umar popularly known as Prince Omar is in disarray after being accused of stealing a song.

While appearing on television, Omar said that an unidentified person reached out via social media claiming that the beat to his Bajikweka song belonged to him and wanted to be to be compensated with $300 for using his works without his consent.

“I have no issue with your video and lyrics but my concern is on the beats. That is my original beat. Why would you use my beats without my consent?” the an unidentifed person asked.

Omar who is scared and feels threatened defended himself saying that is a complaint to the producer because artistes do not own beats. “I am not the producer. That’s why we artistes hashtag songs with the producers’ names. Mba nkulaga source.” He said.

However , Khalifa Aganaga who is the producer of the song came out to defend Omar saying the song is authentic. He said he is ready to fight this war and will not stop until it is over.

He dismissed the claims saying that they are goons who want to extort money from Prince Omar since he is just young and new in the industry.

The post Prince Omar accused of stealing song appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

On August 30, House of Deejays in partnership with Tusker Malt will be taking Afrobeat lovers and party-starved Ugandans on an exciting virtual experience with Joeboy for the first ever Blankets and Wine home edition.

The ‘Vibrations’ singer will be showcasing his Nigerian vibrations and love for his Ugandan fans online in an epic edition.

Fan will get to interact closely and party with the star as the headlining international act for the show in the comfort of their living rooms.

Using the hashtag #BlanketsAtHome, revelers will also be able to share their Blankets at home experience with friends online as they dance and vibe to epic music playlists prepared by the finest DJ’s in Kampala.

This edition is simply Blankets and Wine at Home! Music lovers will get to celebrate music, eat food and enjoy the company of friends in the comfort of their homes.

The post Nigeria’s Joeboy to entertain fans at first Blankets and Wine virtual experience appeared first on BigEye.UG.

Reagan Muhairwe popularly known as Ray G is a 28 year old Ugandan musician and songwriter based in the Western region. He was born and raised in Ishaka division, Bushenyi District and started singing while in his S3 and took on music professionally in his S6 vacation at an age of 21 after releasing his first single Amarari. He later released “enshazi” which took western Uganda by the storm and ever since then he has never gone back.

Unlike other artistes, Ray G has maintained his singing style where most of his songs are love themed and are always in his cultural language Runyankole and some of his songs include; Hihi, Eizooba, weshe, Nkaronda and many others.

However,he recently fell out with his management which was confirmed in an official statement released by his former manager Wavah Jay and the reasons to this are still unclear.

Ray G completed his high school in 2012 but did not make it to university due to his parents’ failure to afford to pay.He decided to concentrate on music a sacrifice he made for his siblings who were still in lower classes.

The melodious artiste also made his way to the top country wide after doing the “Omusheshe” collaboration with Spice Diana which gained airplay across the country.

Ray G celebrated 10 years in the music industry making history in Western Uganda after a successful live concert which was held on the 14th of September 2019 as the show was full to capacity by 8pm.

The Mbarara based singer surprised his fans on July 18, 2020 and got introduced by his fiancée Annabell Twinomugisha a TV presenter on TV West. The Introduction took place in Ntungamo at the home of Annabell’s parents a week after Ray G proposed to her.Their introduction pictures made rounds on social media and they were flooded with congratulatory messages.

The post MCM: Meet Ray G, Western Uganda’s biggest music icon. appeared first on BigEye.UG.

Tochi & Eric evicted from the BB Naija house

By Our Reporter

The second Big Brother Naija live eviction show saw Eric and Tochi evicted from the house on Sunday.

During the week, Ozo won the Head of House Challenge, and after much deliberation, he chose Dorathy as his Deputy. This automatically saved both of them from being up for eviction.

As with last week, the audience voted and the four housemates with the lowest votes were locked in for possible eviction. Tochi, Trikytee, Kaisha and Eric turned out to be the four housemates with the lowest votes. Each housemate was called into the diary room to pick who they’ll like to see leave the house.

It was a double eviction night again, as Eric and Tochi were ultimately chosen by the housemates to be evicted from the BBNaija Lockdown house. The housemates were sad to see them go, but at the end of the day, “it is what it is”.

They both had 10 seconds to say their goodbyes and hurriedly left the Lockdown house forever.

In a brief interview with Ebuka, Eric said that he missed Lilo because she was the housemate he was closest to. Eric also says now that he is out of the house, he hopes to carry on a relationship with Lilo if she is interested in doing so. He also says he is going to focus on his work, go into modelling and acting.

Tochi also kept a positive outlook as he says he will be focusing on work and promoting himself, and maybe pursue acting as well. He says he was a bit disappointed that the housemates didn’t keep him, but he understands that it is a game.

There are now only 16 housemates still in the BBNaija Lockdown House competing for the 85 Million Naira prize and you can be sure there will be even more drama in the coming weeks.

The post Big Brother Naija: Eric And Tochi evicted appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By BigEyeUg Writer

Reports coming in indicate that TV star Zahara Toto has been dumped by her boy friend Don Solomon aka Big Papa.

This after a video clip emerged online showing Toto desperately pleading with Don Solomon to stay.

In the same video, Solomon insists that he cannot tolerate Zahara’s disrespect.

“You will not disrespect me, you have called my mother a witch, you have abused my father, I cannot love you by force. I have to go,” Big Papa angrily said.

Meanwhile over the weekend, the self-proclaimed field marshal entertainer took to her Snapchat and revealed that she was done with her man accusing him of infidelity.

“Y’all hoes who have been sleeping with my man can now enjoy him officially. Have left the anus! Enjoy yourselves,” she posted.

However, rumor has it that Zahara has on a low been seeing the owner of the University of Pain Fitness Foundation, a one Reuben Robert.

The two have on so many occasions been spotted together and it is believed that he has been financing her lifestyle.

We are not yet sure if they are an item but we promise to bring you more.

We will keep you posted

The post Zahara Totto in bitter break up with boyfriend, Don Solomon appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By BigEyeUg Writer

Over the weekend, social media was awash with mixed reactions following leaked audios in which musician Eddy Kenzo castigated fellow singer turned politician, Bobi Wine.

While Bobi Wine’s fans were enraged and responded with insults, other social media users seemed to side with Kenzo. Among these was one long comment which made rounds all over social media and was said to have been made by faded dancehall artist Peter Miles.

In the comment, the artiste stressed that Bobi Wine diverted from the real cause because of greed and ego.

However, Peter Miles has come out to clear the air saying that those are malicious people trying to destroy his friendship with Bobi Wine.

“Bobi Wine has been my friend for over 20 years and we still talk as brothers the earliest being last week when he gave me a call and we had a casual call as longtime friends. I don’t know the intention of this as those who know me very well know this character assassination. Please consider this as fake news,” he said.

The post Peter Miles trashes allegations that he sided with Kenzo on Bobi Wine’s issues appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By BigEyeUg Writer

Female rapper Felista Di Superstar and her father are reportedly facing eviction over rent arrears.

Early this week, reports came in indicating that the “Nawambye” singer and her father received an ultimatum from their land lord that they should pay their arrears in two weeks or else they will be evicted.

Speaking in an interview, Felista’s landlord said that his patience is running thin after the pair defaulting on rent for 8 months. He stressed that he had earlier advised them to move to a cheaper house but they didn’t listen.

Felista’s family rents a 200k house. Their debt sums up to 1.6 Million. They have tried explaining to their landlord that everyone is going through some financial distress but this has fallen on deaf ears.

The youngster is a young female rapper being raised by a single father who supports her talent. She goes to Kampala Parents School.

The post Felicita Di Superstar’s family in eviction scare over rent arrears appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By BigEyeUg Writer

Gagamel singer, Allan Masengere better known as Shortkut is battling for his life in hospital.

In a Facebook post, Bebe Cool who is the CEO Gagamel revealed that Shortkut has been in hospital for a month now and is seriously sick.

“My son Allan Masengere aka Shortkut, a young talent in the music industry of Uganda has been bed ridden for nearly a month now fighting for his life. Friends and family, your prayers are welcome. Get well in the name of Allah,” wrote Bebe Cool.

Shortkut is a very young artiste under Gagamel Entertainment and has done songs like Big Mouth though he has not found his breakthrough.

We wish him a quick recovery!

The post Famous Gagamel singer very ill appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

Winnie Nwagi has something new for her fans.

The Swangz Avenue star has released a brand new single titled “Everything”.

“Everything” is a love ballad that talks about an infatuated lover who would do anything to please their partner.

“Baby, I wanna give you everything,” Nwagi sings in the chorus. “Baby, you belong to me.”

The song was produced by Nessim.

Listen to it below.

The post Winnie Nwagi releases new single — “Everything”. Listen to it here! appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

The third live eviction show of the BBNaija Lockdown edition saw Kaisha who escaped eviction last week leave the house. Housemates were mostly relieved after the eviction show as Ebuka announced that Big Brother was only evicting one housemate from the bottom four this week.

During the week, Erica became Head of House and got immunity from eviction this week. She chose Kiddwaya as her deputy, who was also exempted from possible evictions. The rest of the housemates were put up for possible evictions.

At the beginning of the live show, Ebuka announced that TrikyTee, Kaisha, Wathoni and Neo were the bottom four for the week. Housemates were then individually called into the diary room to nominate two housemates for eviction. At the end of the process, Kaisha was immediately evicted from the house.

She hurriedly left the Lockdown house forever after saying her goodbyes to fellow housemates.

In a brief interview with Ebuka, Kaisha said she wasn’t surprised that the housemates didn’t save her because she’s always known that they do not like her. She also said she liked Neo a lot even though he was with Vee and she’s open to something happening after the show. She added that she intends to return to running her skin care business and to further her education.

The post Kaisha evicted from Big Brother Naija house appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

Nsimbi, a cross-cultural musical duo formed by Ugandan hip-hop artist GNL Zamba and American world fusion artist Miriam Tamar, has released a new single titled “Searching”.

The new release speaks to this tumultuous moment, when so many of us are searching for grounding, stability, meaning, connection and love.

“In these complicated and tough Covid times,” explains writer and vocalist Miriam Tamar, “so many of us can feel isolated – both physically and emotionally. For me, Searching talks about that basic human need for love and connection. Being loved, or giving love, provides each of us the strength to endure and even thrive during the most difficult situations.”

“Searching” is driven by a calling to bring the world a little closer together at a time when we’ve become so divided, both politically and now physically through social distancing during the pandemic. This world beat song carries the spirit of searching for connection, offering a chill and hopeful feeling for anyone needing some music therapy.

The video was filmed at Nsimbi’s US quarantine hideaway by GNL Zamba in his directorial debut, which came as a matter of necessity when the couple was unable to meet any video producers due to Covid-19 lockdown.

“‘We’re all just searching for love’, the lyric goes in this song. All human beings spend most of their lives looking for love and a place where they belong,” said GNL of the song. “The pressure of these times with the Black Lives Matter protests, refugee crisis in Lesbos and chaos in South America tell us that the world needs healing and to replenish our hearts with love. Searching for humanity, empathy and love for all, the solutions lie in going out of our way to feel someone else’s pain.”

“When I was directing this video, I wanted to show a story of connection. I wanted to show beauty and portray loneliness, because even in the most comfortable setting, we can feel lost until we have someone to share our beautiful journey with. Looking inward and outwards, sharing the mundane and extra ordinary!!!” He added.

Watch “Searching” video below.

The post Nsimbi calls for more love in new video — “Searching”. Watch it here! appeared first on BigEye.UG.

By Our Reporter

Partying in Uganda is continually evolving amid the current pandemic. Whereas Ugandans might still have limited access to events and partying hotspots around the country, clubs and concerts, this has not stopped them from finding a creative way to get a feel of the experience, taking the fun to their homes and still have a good time.

As revelers are in high spirits for the upcoming Blankets and Wine virtual edition powered by Roke Telkom slated for 30th August 2020, which will be graced by Nigerian artiste Joe boy, who will have party-loving Ugandans merry make to his hit songs such as ‘Beginning’, ‘Call’, ‘All for you’, ‘No love’ among others.

The House of Deejay’s new experience will be brought to life through partners like Roke Telkom whose internet will be used to stream the event live.

The internet provider revealed that it will be sponsoring the 2020 Blankets & Wine virtual edition. “We are excited to take part in this year’s Blankets and Wine edition, given that it is going to be the first of its kind virtual edition form outdoor setting that people were used to,” noted Michelle Baine, Brand Manager, Roke Telkom.

“As an ISP, Roke Telkom is keen on offering our customers and Ugandans the best internet experience as they enjoy this year’s Blankets and Wine edition,” remarked Baine, adding that, “With our Roke Plus home internet package, event guests that have subscribed for the service are guaranteed of an uninterrupted internet connection that is free all-weekend from Friday 7.00pm to Monday 7.00am.”

Besides Joe Boy’s performance, merrymakers will also get a chance to enjoy the music playlists prepared by the finest DJs in Kampala and local star artists including Vinka, Kenneth Mugabi among others.

The post Roke Telkom to give customers free internet during Blankets and Wine weekend appeared first on BigEye.UG.