Nassanga's farewell bash
<b>Nassanga's farewell bash</b><br>Former Miss Uganda and M-net Face of Africa hopeful, Salma Nassanga flew out to Zambia last Wednesday, for the final selection of the Face of Africa competition.
Nassanga's farewell bash
Former Miss Uganda and M-net Face of Africa hopeful, Salma Nassanga flew out to Zambia last Wednesday, for the final selection of the Face of Africa competition. On the eve of her departure, Sylvia Owori threw her a farewell bash at BJ's Irish Pub in Industrial Area.
Throughout the evening, Nassanga got tips on what to do to make it into the final.
At one point she said: "Can you imagine I have to pose with a snake and a crocodile? How will I manage that?"
Putting her arm around her shoulders, Owori told her to be confident. "You are going to boot camp. Just be yourself and all will be okay."
M-net Face of Africa takes place in July in Sun City, South Africa.
Nairobi's five-day fete
For two long years, Kenyans had waited for this day. May 21 finally came and guests from 55 countries descended upon Nairobi.
It was the International Press Institute World Congress after all.
Day one: Dinner at Nairobi Serena Hotels. The manager, Mahmud Jan Mohamed is fond of Ugandans because a Ugandan lady greeted him while kneeling. Mohammed is looking forward to hosting the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Summit at Kampala Serena Hotel when it opens next year. "You guys are so polite and wonderful," he said.
Day two: A cocktail at the Intercontinental Hotel. It was good to be a Ugandan because the respected Freedom House, the world watchman for press freedom, has consistently rated Uganda well in press freedom.
Day three: Safari Park Hotel. We were surprised to find that Kenyans know how good Ugandans are at dancing. And that is why they flew in The Ndere Troupe to entertain guests. Ndere's performance was so stunning that guests were left breathless.
Nations Media Group's Charles Onyango-Obbo said he prayed that one of the Ndere's pot carrying stunts did not backfire, sending the pots to floor.
Day four: Nyama choma at The Carnivore.
We were assured that a pride of lions, which wanted to 'attend the function' first had to scale a high fence if they were to get in.
Many of the bigwigs in Kenyan politics and business were present including opposition leader Uhuru Kenyatta.
Day five: The farewell dinner at the Bomas Ground. Everybody in the group was made a Masaai elder. This ceremony was performed by pretty Masaai girls, who welcomed us by strapping the Masaai kikoy round our necks.
Capital FM dishes out cash
Capital FM and Celtel recently handed over cash prizes to two lucky winners of sh940,000 and sh340,000 in the 'Brain Game' on Capital FM. The money was won during the Morning Crew with Alex, Karitas and Olanya Columbus.
Namara Kayabuki won the sh 940,000 after answering correctly that 72% of Kenyan teenagers go to Internet cafes to learn how to surf the net.
The Brain Game features on Capital FM every hour between 9:00am and 5:00pm and it is sponsored by Celtel.
Magoola, Okudi to raise funds for IDPs in London
Pastor George Okudi and Rachael Magoola will this month perform in London to raise funds for children in Teso displaced people's camps.
Okudi and other artists from Teso will leave with the Iteso cultural leader, Emorimor Augustine Osuban on June 12 for a three week tour.
Stella Ikanik, the marketing manager of Iteso Welfare Association (IWA) said the group would on June 18 perform with Martine Burt, a professional artiste at Kensington Forum Holiday Inn, in South London.
The show has been organised by the Iteso living in the diaspora. Proceeds from the show will go to the 'Sponsor a Displaced Child' fund, which helps displaced children to access secondary education.
Jjajja Mama concert
This month Uganda Reach the Aged Association (URRA) will be organising a 'Jjajja Mama' Fundraising Concert.
The concert has several exciting items including a fashion show in which older persons, including His Eminence Emmanuel Cardinal Wamala, will step on the catwalk and model 1950s and 1960s fashions. Grandparents and their grandchildren will also sing and act.
Other entertainers will include Richard Kaweesa and his band, Spirit of Africa, Julius Lugaaya and his Footsteps Dance Company and classical guitarist Rita Sabiti.
Fashion designer Paula Butagira of FLAIR will dress and train the participants.
URRA expects to raise the sh100m.
Goat Race for September 3
The dates for this year's Royal Ascot Goat races have been confirmed for Saturday, September 3, at Speke Resort and Conference Centre. Entebbe Sailing Club have relinquished the running of the races, which have been snapped up by The Royal Ascot Goat Races. Arthur Di Mello, who has over 10 years experience running the races and is based at Speke Resort, Munyonyo. He said: "This year the races are going to be better. We have listened to what the sponsors and guests have been saying and we have taken their suggestion on board."
Ends
Former Miss Uganda and M-net Face of Africa hopeful, Salma Nassanga flew out to Zambia last Wednesday, for the final selection of the Face of Africa competition. On the eve of her departure, Sylvia Owori threw her a farewell bash at BJ's Irish Pub in Industrial Area.
Throughout the evening, Nassanga got tips on what to do to make it into the final.
At one point she said: "Can you imagine I have to pose with a snake and a crocodile? How will I manage that?"
Putting her arm around her shoulders, Owori told her to be confident. "You are going to boot camp. Just be yourself and all will be okay."
M-net Face of Africa takes place in July in Sun City, South Africa.
Nairobi's five-day fete
For two long years, Kenyans had waited for this day. May 21 finally came and guests from 55 countries descended upon Nairobi.
It was the International Press Institute World Congress after all.
Day one: Dinner at Nairobi Serena Hotels. The manager, Mahmud Jan Mohamed is fond of Ugandans because a Ugandan lady greeted him while kneeling. Mohammed is looking forward to hosting the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Summit at Kampala Serena Hotel when it opens next year. "You guys are so polite and wonderful," he said.
Day two: A cocktail at the Intercontinental Hotel. It was good to be a Ugandan because the respected Freedom House, the world watchman for press freedom, has consistently rated Uganda well in press freedom.
Day three: Safari Park Hotel. We were surprised to find that Kenyans know how good Ugandans are at dancing. And that is why they flew in The Ndere Troupe to entertain guests. Ndere's performance was so stunning that guests were left breathless.
Nations Media Group's Charles Onyango-Obbo said he prayed that one of the Ndere's pot carrying stunts did not backfire, sending the pots to floor.
Day four: Nyama choma at The Carnivore.
We were assured that a pride of lions, which wanted to 'attend the function' first had to scale a high fence if they were to get in.
Many of the bigwigs in Kenyan politics and business were present including opposition leader Uhuru Kenyatta.
Day five: The farewell dinner at the Bomas Ground. Everybody in the group was made a Masaai elder. This ceremony was performed by pretty Masaai girls, who welcomed us by strapping the Masaai kikoy round our necks.
Capital FM dishes out cash
Capital FM and Celtel recently handed over cash prizes to two lucky winners of sh940,000 and sh340,000 in the 'Brain Game' on Capital FM. The money was won during the Morning Crew with Alex, Karitas and Olanya Columbus.
Namara Kayabuki won the sh 940,000 after answering correctly that 72% of Kenyan teenagers go to Internet cafes to learn how to surf the net.
The Brain Game features on Capital FM every hour between 9:00am and 5:00pm and it is sponsored by Celtel.
Magoola, Okudi to raise funds for IDPs in London
Pastor George Okudi and Rachael Magoola will this month perform in London to raise funds for children in Teso displaced people's camps.
Okudi and other artists from Teso will leave with the Iteso cultural leader, Emorimor Augustine Osuban on June 12 for a three week tour.
Stella Ikanik, the marketing manager of Iteso Welfare Association (IWA) said the group would on June 18 perform with Martine Burt, a professional artiste at Kensington Forum Holiday Inn, in South London.
The show has been organised by the Iteso living in the diaspora. Proceeds from the show will go to the 'Sponsor a Displaced Child' fund, which helps displaced children to access secondary education.
Jjajja Mama concert
This month Uganda Reach the Aged Association (URRA) will be organising a 'Jjajja Mama' Fundraising Concert.
The concert has several exciting items including a fashion show in which older persons, including His Eminence Emmanuel Cardinal Wamala, will step on the catwalk and model 1950s and 1960s fashions. Grandparents and their grandchildren will also sing and act.
Other entertainers will include Richard Kaweesa and his band, Spirit of Africa, Julius Lugaaya and his Footsteps Dance Company and classical guitarist Rita Sabiti.
Fashion designer Paula Butagira of FLAIR will dress and train the participants.
URRA expects to raise the sh100m.
Goat Race for September 3
The dates for this year's Royal Ascot Goat races have been confirmed for Saturday, September 3, at Speke Resort and Conference Centre. Entebbe Sailing Club have relinquished the running of the races, which have been snapped up by The Royal Ascot Goat Races. Arthur Di Mello, who has over 10 years experience running the races and is based at Speke Resort, Munyonyo. He said: "This year the races are going to be better. We have listened to what the sponsors and guests have been saying and we have taken their suggestion on board."
Ends