11 h. ago Smoke Out, a new feast of food and whisky notes slated for Sunday

By Our Reporter For one unforgettable night, this Sunday, Mediterraneo Restaurant, in Kololo, will turn into the ultimate playground for lovers of bold whisky flavours and food. The Singleton, the world’s leading single malt whisky, is set to deliver an unforgettable dining experience dubbed ‘The Smoke Out.’ This is not your average dining event—it’s a [...] The post Smoke Out, a new feast of food and whisky notes slated for Sunday appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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64 h. ago Sheilah Gashumba Praises Navio for Being “Rich in Family and Friends” After His Successful Orchestra Concert

By BigEyeUg Team Media personality Sheilah Gashumba has showered praise on rapper Navio following his spectacular Orchestra Concert held over the weekend at Serena Hotel Kampala. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Sheilah expressed admiration for Navio’s wealth beyond material possessions, describing him as “a very rich man” in terms of love and support from his [...] The post Sheilah Gashumba Praises Navio for Being “Rich in Family and Friends” After His Successful Orchestra Concert appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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65 h. ago Dim The Lights delivers an unforgettable Vintage & NuBeats Druncheon gastronomy experience

By Our Reporter On Saturday, The Singleton turned up Dim the Lights restaurant in Naalya, serving a feast to remember. The October edition of the Druncheon felt more like a well-curated party than a meal day. Guests were treated to an unforgettable experience, where whisky, food, and music intertwined, to create an experience that was [...] The post Dim The Lights delivers an unforgettable Vintage & NuBeats Druncheon gastronomy experience appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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5 d. ago Quin Smile Sets Her Sights on the World Stage with Afrobeat as she releases her first single Buwoomi

The global music landscape is shifting, and at the center of this cultural wave is Afrobeat—a genre that has transcended borders to become one of the most influential sounds worldwide. Riding this momentum is Quin Smile, a rising female singer who is determined to take her artistry to an international audience by embracing the Afrobeat [...] The post Quin Smile Sets Her Sights on the World Stage with Afrobeat as she releases her first single Buwoomi appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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7 d. ago Museveni launches campaign, vows to fight theft of PDM funds and drugs

Luweero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially launched his presidential campaigns at Bukalasa Agricultural College grounds in Luweero, where he delivered a powerful call for accountability and pledged to intensify the fight against theft of Parish Development Model (PDM) funds and government drugs. Accompanied by the First Lady and Minister … The post Museveni launches campaign, vows to fight theft of PDM funds and drugs appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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8 d. ago Mix, shake, sip: DIY cocktails light up The Singleton Big Meeting

  Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | The Singleton Big Meeting returned on Sunday with a refreshing twist, as guests swapped their seats for the bartender’s counter in a do-it-yourself (DIY) cocktail experience at Thrones Bar & Lounge. The monthly party series, staged every last Sunday, has earned a reputation as one of Kampala’s most … The post Mix, shake, sip: DIY cocktails light up The Singleton Big Meeting appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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9 d. ago The Singleton Big Meeting excites revelers with a “Do It Yourself” twist

By Our Reporter The Singleton Big Meeting, held every last Sunday of the month at Thrones Bar & Lounge, has become Kampala’s ultimate playground for good vibes with every edition coming with new surprises. Unlike the typical weekend soirées around the city, The Big Meeting doesn’t believe in routine. One month it’s a laid-back daytime [...] The post The Singleton Big Meeting excites revelers with a “Do It Yourself” twist appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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9 d. ago Lavrov expresses solidarity with Venezuela in face of growing interference attempts

MOSCOW | TASS |  Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan leadership in the face of external threats and attempts to interfere in the country’s internal affairs on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly, the ministry said in a statement. “Sergey V. … The post Lavrov expresses solidarity with Venezuela in face of growing interference attempts appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago Taj Mahal remains India’s most visited monument, attracts 6.9 mln visitors in 2024

NEW DELHI | Xinhua |  India’s iconic monument of love, Taj Mahal, has emerged as the country’s most visited tourist destination, attracting 6.9 million visitors, including over 600,000 foreign tourists, in 2024-25, an official report released on Saturday said. “Among the Centrally Protected Ticketed Monuments, Taj Mahal leads in visitor numbers for both domestic (6.26 … The post Taj Mahal remains India’s most visited monument, attracts 6.9 mln visitors in 2024-25 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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1 week ago Suez Canal’s revenues down 9 bln USD over 2 yrs amid regional tensions: Egyptian president

CAIRO | Xinhua |  The revenues of the Suez Canal, a major source of foreign currency for Egypt, have dropped by some 9 billion U.S. dollars over the past two years due to a challenging regional environment, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi said Friday. Speaking at the Egyptian Military Academy in the New Administrative Capital, Sisi … The post Suez Canal’s revenues down 9 bln USD over 2 yrs amid regional tensions: Egyptian president appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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2 w. ago Faymous with Kataleya & Kandle Release Emotional New video ‘Gundeeze’ in a Top Notch ASIAN inspired concept

In a much-anticipated musical collaboration, rising star Faymous has teamed up with the dynamic duo Kataleya & Kandle to release their latest single, “Gundeeze.” The title, which translates to “a feeling of need for affection,” sets the stage for a deeply emotional and relatable track that explores the universal longing for connection and love. The [...] The post Faymous with Kataleya & Kandle Release Emotional New video ‘Gundeeze’ in a Top Notch ASIAN inspired concept appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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2 w. ago Lady Mariam Says She Is Single, Searching for a Rich Foreign Man

By BigEyeUg Team Longtime Ugandan singer Lady Mariam has revealed that she is currently single and looking for a man. The “Tindatiine” hitmaker said that her ideal partner should be wealthy and not from Uganda. Lady Mariam rose to fame in the late 2000s and was one of the top female artists on the country’s [...] The post Lady Mariam Says She Is Single, Searching for a Rich Foreign Man appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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2 w. ago Leyna Kagere Drops Dreamers Ahead of Our Generation Music Competitions in Russia

By BigEyeUg Team Ugandan singer Leyna Kagere has released a brand-new single titled Dreamers, a song she says carries her vision of representing Uganda at the upcoming Our Generation music competitions in Russia. Leyna, who shot to the spotlight in 2019 when she earned the Golden Buzzer on East Africa’s Got Talent, continues to inspire [...] The post Leyna Kagere Drops Dreamers Ahead of Our Generation Music Competitions in Russia appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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2 w. ago U.S. Senate confirms 48 Trump nominees in single vote after rule change

WASHINGTON | Xinhua |  The U.S. Senate on Thursday confirmed 48 of President Donald Trump’s nominees in a single vote after Republicans changed the rules to allow batch approvals. The Republican-controlled Senate approved a slew of Trump picks by a 51-47 party-line vote, including several ambassadorial appointments. Former Fox News host Kimberly Guilfoyle was confirmed … The post U.S. Senate confirms 48 Trump nominees in single vote after rule change appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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2 w. ago Uganda Airlines, Air India sign interline deal to expand connectivity

KAMPALA,UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda Airlines announced a strategic interline partnership with India’s flagship carrier, Air India, to strengthen travel links between Africa and the Indian subcontinent. In a joint statement issued Wednesday, the Ugandan national carrier said the agreement, which took effect recently on Aug. 25, allows passengers to book single tickets from Uganda’s … The post Uganda Airlines, Air India sign interline deal to expand connectivity appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago Omega 256 Clears the Air on Her Love Life, Says She’s All About Business

By BigEyeUg Team Singer Omega 256 has confirmed that she is single and not dating anyone, making it clear that her focus right now is strictly on her career and money. The rising star, who is preparing for her much-anticipated concert this Friday at Lugogo Cricket Oval, dismissed ongoing speculation about her love life. According [...] The post Omega 256 Clears the Air on Her Love Life, Says She’s All About Business appeared first on BigEye.UG.

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3 w. ago U.S. raid on battery plant raises concerns over foreign investment

WASHINGTON | Xinhua |  U.S. immigration authorities detained more than 300 South Korean workers at a battery plant in Georgia last week during a criminal investigation into visa violations, sparking strong reactions from South Korea and raising concerns about the future of foreign investment in the United States. South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, who just … The post U.S. raid on battery plant raises concerns over foreign investment appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago Unlocking Africa’s economic potential through development finance

Harnessing institutions to build confidence, capital, and inclusive growth Kampala, Uganda | Julius Businge | Africa stands at a historic crossroads. For decades, the continent’s growth narrative has been tied to foreign aid and volatile international capital flows, leaving many of its economies vulnerable to global shocks and unsustainable debt cycles. From Sept.1-2, in Kampala, a … The post Unlocking Africa’s economic potential through development finance appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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3 w. ago Uganda welcomes ICC war crimes hearing against rebel leader Kony

KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda on Wednesday welcomed the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) hearing of evidence against rebel leader Joseph Kony but said real justice will only come when he is arrested and tried. Henry Oryem Okello, Uganda’s state minister for foreign affairs in charge of international cooperation, told Xinhua by telephone that while … The post Uganda welcomes ICC war crimes hearing against rebel leader Kony appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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