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Anxiety At Arsenal As Club Awaits to Appoint a New Coach Before World Cup

May 9, 2018

For arsenal fans in Uganda, we bring you the anxiety with in arsenal as the club awaits to appoint a new manager before the upcoming world cup. Following last month’s official announcement by Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger that he will step down at the end of the season after nearly 22 years at the helm of the North London club, anxiety has continued to grow among all the stake holders at the club especially the fans about who the next manager could be. The 68 year old Frenchman who was appointed in the role in October 1996 finally came to a conclusion of his long tenure at Arsenal in April. This followed the club’s poor run of form since last season evidenced by the club’s failure to qualify for champions league football for the first time in more than 15 years. In addition to this frustration, Wenger has also endured constant criticism from Arsenal fans who have been coming to watch home matches with placards labeled “Wenger out”

Last week, the club’s chief executive Ivan Gazidis told reporters that the club is working hard to fix the gap by appointing a new manager before the world cup kicks off in Russia in June this year. It is understood that the club has a long shortlist of candidates to replace Wenger and among the front runners for the seat include former Barcelona coach Louis Enrique, Juventus coach Maxmilliano Allegri, Carlo Anchelotti, club legend Patrick Vierra and Mikel Arteta. Other candidates that make the list include Monaco coach Leonardo Jordim, Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers and Germany coach Joachim Low.

It is reported that the club has already started negotiations with some of the potential candidates and Louis Enrique’s name has been mentioned in relation to this. Sources have it that various factors are at the forefront in these negotiations and the major ones include the club’s philosophy of football, transfer policy, manager’s salary among others.

Well, as anxiety continues to fill many hearts of Arsenal fans around the world about the next manager, its remained to be seen who the successful candidate out of this big list will be to take Arsenal to the next level. Meanwhile, Wenger received a warm send off at home last weekend as he was given a guard of honor by the players on the pitch before the match against Burnley in their last premier league home game this season that ended in a 5-0 home triumph. There was also a send off ceremony at the end of the match in which Wenger gave an emotional speech to mark the end of his glorious era at the club.

Solomon Mutai Wins Silver Medal in Marathon

Myuganda

May 1, 2018

Mutai Wins Silver Medal in Marathon
The month of April 2018 called for celebration in Uganda the pearl of Africa after her own Solomon Mumyo Mutai won a silver medal in the athletic men’s marathon final during the 2018 gold commonwealth games at the south port Broadwater parklands venue on the gold coast. Our own Mutai finished second at 2:19:02 a few seconds after Michael shelly from Australia who finished at 2:16:46 making him the first runner. In addition to Mutai, Uganda also won the seventh and tenth position by Alex Chesakit and Robert Chemenges also represented Uganda in the seventh and tenth position respectively which really indicates a boom in Uganda’s sports industry. This was Mutai’s second win of the silver medal since 2015 when he first won a bronze medal in the marathon in 2015 IAAF championships in Beijing china. Also, this years victory come after 48 years since 1970 when Uganda last won a medal in marathon. If you did not know, sports game is one of the top things that feature Uganda as an exceptional destination. Uganda sports complement the popular gorilla tours done in Bwindi impenetrable forest and Mgahinga gorilla national park, game viewing safaris in the open savannh grassland national park, mountaineering safaris, bird watching tours and cultural visits which together make complete Uganda safari package fit to meet, satisfy and exceed every all travelers interests.

This year was unique in its own kind where out of the 23 athletes that represented Uganda in the marathon, four won medals in different games. Out of the 23 athletes that were qualified for the marathon, 4 athletes namely Thomas Ayeko, Winnie Nanyondo, Kacob kiplimo, and Juliet Chekwel all finishing at the top which performance has transformed Uganda to another step. All together, Uganda has a total of 6 silver medals, which have been won in different games. The silver medal winning came a day after Juma Miiro (Boxer)won a bronze a bronze medal in the 46-49kg-weight category which was the country’s second of the games.

Besides Mutai, Joshua kiprui Cheptegei is another blessing to the pearl of Africa. In the same month of April, Joshua won two gold medals in the 5,000m and 10,000m races which performance put Uganda on the world sports map. In the women’s sports, Stella Chesang was the first runner women’s 10,000m gold medal followed by Mercyline Chelangat who won a bronze medal in the same race. This year 69 athletes from Uganda have taken part in different sports activities which include track and field events, badminton, squash, boxing, rugby, netball, weightlifting, swimming, table tennis, cycling and shooting among other games.

Uganda has hit a comeback into the game by scoring this high since 1970 when the country last performed this best. In1970, the events took place in Edinburgh a hat trick of gold from boxers James Odwori (light flyweight), Mohammed Muruli (light welterweight) and Benson Masanda (heavyweight) capped a remarkable show that was complemented with here silvers from boxer Leo Rwabog (flyweight), Deorgratius Musoke (featherweight) and athlete William koskei.

Conclusively therefore, Uganda hopes to perform best in the coming years surpassing the 1970’s sport in Edinburgh and 2018 game in gold coast. The pearl of Africa is blessed indeed. Book a safari to Uganda, Take part in sports tourism, see the mountain gorillas and other tourism activities in different parts of the world rewarding you with a memorable life changing experience.

Uganda’s Oldest Chimpanzee Zakayo Dies At 54 Years

Myuganda

April 27, 2018

Uganda’s Oldest Chimpanzee Zakayo Dies At 54 Years
Uganda’s tourism sector was on 26th March 2018 evening dismayed with the loss of Zakayo,the oldest chimpanzee at the Uganda Wildlife Education center. Zakayo died at 54 years having lived at UWEC for the last 42 years as the most peaceful and exemplary chimp at UWEC and Uganda as a whole. His death came after three weeks of severe sickness that make the gentleman weak and powerless. For the three weeks, the sick Zakayo was under serious supervision by professional chimpanzee doctors who did everything possible to save Zakayo’s life. According to the doctors, Zakayo died of stomach (chronic gastroenteritis) and regret the loss. Also, the doctor’s report that zakayo’s old age weakened his immune system making him so susceptible to all kinds of infections hence would be sickly all times. Zakayo was a unique creature with distinct characters. When zakayo lost his leadership for the chimpanzee troop at Uganda wildlife education center, the old dad nurtured other two alpha chimpanzees to take over leadership. Matooke was the first to take over leadership in unto 2013 succeeded by Aluma who has been a leader since 2013 until to date.

In his early years, Zakayi was abandoned by his unknown family which made it homeless wondering in Semliki national park until 10th June 1964 when a white man picked it and raised it in his home. As time went on, Zakayo became more aggressive and uncomfortable in a human home and was therefore surrendered to Uganda wildlife education center on 19th June 1976. Zakayo’s story is so interesting, he was the first chimpanzee at UWEC who was put in a cage for visitors to see. At some times travelers would tease Zakayo by offering him alcohol and cigarettes to smoke, which made him very excited and happy.

Much as Zakayo had lost his leadership and dominance to the energetic ones, the old chimp attained high respect from the family, Zakayo who has now been a grand father retained the authority to instill peace and order in the family settling all the fights and misunderstands in the family. Also, zakayo would make sure all chimpanzees at UWEC entered and exited their cages at the right time.

The death of Zakayo is a great blow for Uganda tourism since he has been one of the key features to see on Uganda safaris. Uganda tourism board, Uganda wildlife authority, Uganda Wildlife education center and the entire pearl of Africa is in great sorrow for the loss of Zakayo.

House Construction Companies In Uganda

Myuganda

April 12, 2018

House Construction Companies In Uganda
Do you want a residential house, apartments, rentals, offices or any structure for business purposes? Owning a house has been made easy now days. Various construction companies have invested in constructing houses, which they sell off after. Construction is one of the most serious ventures that require time, energy, research, money and commitment. It’s a task that requires accurate planning, a range of processes and activities before a structure is declared ready for use. Every construction of a descent good looking house must involve professional engineers who have extensive knowledge and experience regarding the original and quality construction materials and where to buy them so as to come up with a better plan at average prices. If you want to construct or buy a house, he/she should approach any company, tell them the kind of house he wants and require how much it can cost.. Alternatively, some construction companies make plans, buy land, and build houses and display it for buying. A customer chooses which house he wants depending on the amount of money he/she has. For the already constructed house, the price charged include land, building materials labor and off course their commission, which vary from house to house. In most cases, a construction company comprise of different professionals who work hand to set up a good looking and quality house.

In most cases, houses in remote areas are quite cheap compared to those in towns. Also, the prices charged depend on the size and quality of the house. Houses in remote areas are usually sold at a low rate compared to those in towns. If you have a dream house, it’s better to buy your own land, and contact a trusted company depending on the references ad reviews to make for you a construction plan. The plan is drawn and the breakdown given to you to know the total amount of money you want. Before signing any contract with any construction company, endeavor to do extensive research about that company to avoid disappointments. We bring you a list of trusted construction companies in Uganda who use first class construction materials and have constructed some stunning buildings all over Kampala and other parts of Uganda.

Ambitious Construction Company Limited
Having executed projects worth millions of dollars ambitious construction company limited is a best partner to deal with. The company specialize in multi-disciplinary construction and engineering projects in Uganda and other countries out of Uganda. The company has several years of experience in constructing commercial and residential houses with keenness and professionalism. The company started its construction services in 1991. Building is well done by educated managers, engineers, finances and supervisory staff. Their engineering services comprise of office blocks made of sky scrapers and conference halls, residential premises mostly individual executive bungalows, banks, educational institutions like universities, colleges, industrial buildings and warehouses, church &auditoriums, shopping malls, concrete blocks manufacture and sales, health institutions like hospitals and health centers. They are located on plot 1 swaminarayan Nalukolongo p.o box 12452 Kampala Uganda.
For more details, contact +256 705818593

National Housing and Construction Company limited
These aim at increasing housing stock, rehabilitating houses as well as encouraging Ugandans to own homes in all parts of the country. Nhcc run several projects which include projects on sale, planned projects, privacy policies and archived projects among others. among the mortgages of national housing and construction company limited include housing fiancé bank, Barclay bank, standard chartered bank, DFCU bank, stanbic bank, tropical bank and KCB bank. NHCC, invest in building houses which they sell out after finishing. The customer is then required to come and purchase the house at negotiable prices. The customer is then given property details which include the sales agreement with details of the property or sale offer, copy of the valid land title, ground rent receipts in case of leasehold properties and photographs of at least four elevations of the building. Also, vendors are required to submit their details such as valid identification cards and 2 photos. These are located on plot 3/5 seventh street industrial area p.o box 659 Kampala Uganda.
Contact +256 705818593.

Stone Construction Limited
Located on block 397 kajjansi off Entebbe road, Kampala Uganda, stone construction limited is your best construction company. They specialize in construction and real estate, aluminum procedures, architects, borehole drilling contractor, building& civil engineering contractors, building supplies & materials, building re[pairs and renovation, ceramic tiles, sanitary ware &fittings, cement, ceiling &partitioning works, clay products, concrete products, drilling contractions, environmental management and waste disposal, quantity surveyors, swimming pools accessories and services among others. for details contact +256 705 818593

Kasthew borehole &water drilling co. Uganda
Located in colline house, suit no Pilkington road Kampala Uganda, kathew borehole and water drilling co;uga limited are the best people to construct for you. Contact +256 705818593 for more details.
In conclusion therefore, contact any construction company listed above, buy your dream residential house or rentals at affordable prices saving you energy and time involved in building.

Nightlife in Kampala

Myuganda

April 3, 2018

Top clubs & Pubs in Kampala
Nightlife is all you need to refresh your mind after a tiresome schedule. After a long time of work and travelling, everybody needs a free time to chill, relax, and hangout with friends. No matter how busy you may be, a free time is surely recommended once in a while for a health mind and body. You may be wondering what nightlife entails if you have never been there before but the whole night is all about having fun, free and happy. The experience is full of drinking, eating, dancing, jazzing and spending time together with friends and fans. Much as all activities can be done in the daytime, there are those that become more fan at night. Nightlife is good for movie watching, comedies and concerts among other activities. To ease and ensure enjoyable nightlife in Kampala, several nightclubs have been established in different pats of the country all aimed to make you relaxed and happy in your free time.

Different people from wherever come to have fun hence the best place to meet and interact with new people. Expect to meet different people men and women mostly in their early 20’s to 45 years enjoying time. You will enjoy the traffic free streets of Kampala unlike day times, which are associated with crowds and traffic jam all over. For travelers, night life is always done at the end of a safari may be from gorilla safari in Bwindi impenetrable forest national park, mountain climbing or else a game viewing safari in any of our savannah national parks. Nightlife is best for chilling as travelers prepare for their return flight the next day and hence highly recommended. Customers are assured of their safety and their properties cause all hangout places are guarded by the armed police and other security people. The top hangout places/clubs in Uganda include among others:

Club Ambiance
Located on plot 11211 Bakuli hoima road Kampala Uganda, club ambiance is the best place to enjoy nightlife. Those who have been there before have confessed how relaxing and refreshing the club ambiance is. The place is undeniably beautiful both in and out with good aeration which all refresh your mind. The place has comfortable seats and well-experienced staff that are kind, caring and ready to serve at all times. All drinks and snacks are at your disposal at relatively good prices. Different kinds of music are played both slow and fast which keep you a wake and lively all the times. Club ambiance has enough parking space and customers are well assured of their safety and their property. For details, Call +256 705 818593

Club Amnesia,
If partying is your hobby, club amnesia is your place to spend a night. The club operates five days a w3eek and each night is an experience of its own kind. Fortunately, the club offers excellent serves at affo9radne rates hence the best place foe the average people, the middle class and high-class customers. For all the days that the club operates, something new and unique is expected. Customers are assured of a live band for three hours, Wednesdays are for the ladies who perform different songs and dances, Thursday night is dedicated for the urban campus which is mainly attended by students form different universities whereas Friday is a special day which mots people call it office after party, here people are retiring to the weekend and out of office hence the best time to relax and chill. Saturday, is a day for anything, it comes as a surprise for customers that something they didn’t expect is performed and they end up very happy.custome4rs are cautioned to be responsible foe themselves avoid any fights and guard their properties very well. CCTV cameras have been installed all over to ensure security of their staff, customers and their property. Good looking, loving and kind staffs are available all times to serve you with all necessary drinks and snacks. For details, call +256 705 818593

Nyondo Club
Located along Entebbe road in Najjanankumbi, Nyondo club offers it you need to relax, chill and refresh your mind. The open windows allow you to view the neighboring communities as well as the convoys heading to beaches in Entebbe and Entebbe international airport. Music is very good with up to date DJS who play all it to sustain and exceed your expectations. Different activities take place on different days, which include ladies night on Wednesday; private parties like birthday parties on Tuesdays, old school functions every Friday and Saturdays are for carnivals. Experienced Waiters, waitresses and bar attendants are ready to serve you fully. For details, call +256 705 818593

Club Guvnor
Also known as Kampala’s premier nightspot and Uganda’s finest nightclub, Club guvnor is the best place to go. Located on the 1st street industrial area 10977 Uganda Kampala, club guvnors is the leading nightclub for relaxing and chilling. The hot an lively music played all night keep all customers in good moods despite ones’ stress and problems, different artists are hired to make you happy all times. Different foods are served at fair prices. Call +256 705 818593 for more details

Conclusively therefore, enjoy anightb livisit one of the leading clubs in Uganda, enjoy a night life in Kampala rewarding you with a memorable experience.

Makerere University Ranked 4th Best in Africa

Myuganda

March 16, 2018

Makerere University ranked 4th in Africa, amongst the top 400 globally
Do you know that Makerere University did it again? Of recent, the oldest and prestigious university was ranked by the 2018 new times higher education index report as the 4th best university in the whole Africa coming after three South African universities that took the first three positions. The progress and Excellency of Makerere University therefore calls for celebrations since Education, awareness and intelligence are key features for every successful country assured of competent leaders and entrepreneurs. Makerere University’s success was released by the 2018 new times higher education index report, which evaluates the performance of all universities in each continent and then the whole world. Three universities in South Africa achieved the first three positions and Uganda’s Makerere was the next. This is a great achievement for the ministry of education and the entire government of Uganda. All universities and higher institutions of learning were evaluated and ranked based on the International outlook, teaching, knowledge transfer and research among others.

Besides ranking as the 4th best university in Africa, the 2018 new times higher education index further ranked Makerere university among the 400 top leading universities in the globe out of 1000 universities that have been registered in the whole world. Oxford University was ranked the world’s top ranking university followed by Cambridge University, California institute of technology, Stanford University and Massachusetts institute of technology from the United States respectively. For the university of oxford, this success was for the second time after last year when the university merged as the leading higher institution in the globe. Also, this years ranking was great news for the university of Cambridge, which merged 2nd position a great move from the 4th position last year. The better and excellent performance of the university of Cambridge is attributed to its research income and research, which improved this year.

Talking of Makerere University, it’s undeniably a great honor attaining bachelor’s degree from this mighty institution. Every school going children aspires to join Makerere after his/ her high school with a great support of their parents. Much as Uganda has registered over 100 universities spread in all parts of the country, Makerere is an exceptional university in terms of professional lecturers, facilities, standards and academic performance. Due to its Excellency, Makerere registers a big number of students from outside countries all over the world to come and share this knowledge.

In its initial stages, Makerere was a mere technical school (1922), which was transformed into a university in 1963, which offered leading courses next to the general degrees from the university of London. Makerere university has a strong record having been taught several prominent leaders for example president Milton Obote who led Uganda to independence, Julius Nyerere and Benjamin Mkapa former presidents of Tanzania, Mwai kibaki the former president of Kenya and joseph kabila the president for the Democratic Republic of Congo. In the previous 68th graduation ceremony early this year (2018), Makerere University rewarded Winnie Mandela with a honorary doctorate of laws and it was a great privilege to Makerere for having taught these prominent people.

In terms of academics, Makerere University comprise of different colleges and schools, which offer different courses. These include College of agricultural and environmental sciences with the school of agricultural sciences, School of forestry, environmental and geographical sciences and the School of food technology, nutrition and bioengineering. The college of business and management sciences include the school of economics, School of business and school of statistics and applied economics, College of computing and information science include school of computing and informatics technology and east African school of library and information science, College of education comprise of the school of education, college of engineering, design, art and technology is made up of school of engineering, school of the built environment, the Margaret trowel school of industrial and fine art, college of health sciences is subdivided into the school of medicine, school of public health, School of biomedical sciences, school of healthy sciences, college of humanities and social sciences include the school of liberal and performing arts, school o0f women and gender studies, school of languages, literature and communication, school of psychology, school of social sciences, Makerere institute of social re4search, college of natural sciences, college of veterinary medicine, animal resources and bio-security and the school of law. Each of these colleges and schools is further divided into several departments for diversity.

Due to the diversity in the courses offered, different students at Makerere attain different specializations, which help them perform different tasks when they come out of campus. Besides political leaders, most successful people in Uganda in businesses, schools and other professionals are former students of Makerere University.
Professional lecturers who have acquired degrees, masters, PHD and doctorates in respective courses deliver the excellent knowledge. This equips students with all the necessary knowledge to become future leaders.

Gen Kale Kaihura & Tumukunde Fired From Office

Myuganda

March 6, 2018

Gen Kale Kaihura & Tukukunde Fired From Office
The evening of 4th March 2018 didn’t go well with the former police boss Gen kale kayihura and Tukunde the former security minister in Uganda. With immediate effect and the power granted to him by the constitution of Uganda, HE Yoweri kaguta, the president of Uganda appointed a new inspector general of police (IGP) and the security minister to replace the 13-year serving general kale kayihura and Tumukunde from their respective offices. The firing of the two bosses come after various scenarios associated with an increase in cases of murder, rape and robberies in different parts of Uganda especially in the districts of Luwero, Mukono, Masaka, Gulu among others all over the country since late last year. the increased insecurity in most parts of Uganda has been a threat to Uganda’s tourism hindering activities such as gorilla safaris to Bwindi & Mgahinga, mountaineering, cultural tours, bird watching and game viewing safaris in the open savannah grassland national parks. Also, there have been several complaints forwarded to the president by local people on how the Uganda police have failed to fight crime offenses in the country and how some police offices collaborate with criminals.

Who are the new appointed police officers? You may be wondering who they are and what they have been doing in the last days. The former head of military police Mr Ochola Okoth
has replaced general kale kayihura while Gen Elly Tumwine a war old-timer who fired a first shot of the National Resistance Army (NRA) war replaces gen henry Tumukunde as a new security minister. Brig Sabiiti Muzeyi is a new deputy for the inspector general of police.

The parallel leadership and misunderstanding between gen kale kayihura and gen Henry Tumukunde is one of the reasons for their sucking. On several occasions, the two leaders have been seen and hear accusing one another for failure of duty, which increased crime rate in Uganda. Since the start of this year, the two generals have been reported for taking different routes concerning keeping peace and security of Uganda citizens. Instead of supporting and joining hands to fight crimes in Uganda, the two police bosses have fought and disagreed on what to do but rather accusing one another.

The two generals, kayihura the inspector general of police and Tumukunde for the internal security organization have engaged in public wrangles where kayihura accused Tumukunde for failing to fight crimes in Uganda. It’s believed that the two have been on several occasions invited and urged to work together by the president but have remained parallel. To some Ugandans, the sucking of the two leaders was the best decision by the president since the two had failed to agree on how to keep Ugandans and their properties safe.

Leaving out all other crimes related to death and robbery, the latest kidnap and killing of the innocent Susan Magara turned to be a turning point for the Uganda police to clean up their house. Suzan’s’ death raised complaints on how the police would fail to trap the suspects who held Susan captive for three weeks while making continuous communications via mobile phone with the family of the deceased demanding for the ransom of 100musd to set her free. Its here that some people became suspicious on the negligence of the police.

Unlike kayihura whose life has been full of favor since he joined the Uganda police, Tumukunde’s life has been full of ups and down’s. After opposing the removal of term limits in 2003, Tumukunde was not o in good terms with his president (Museveni) after which he was forced to resign his position as the member of parliament for the army. The general was then arrested for violating army laws where he attended the media interviews something prohibited by all serving army officers. Kale kayihura his hello, general arrested him and too him to prison hence the start of the bias and hatred between the two police officers. Tumukunde stayed out of power until 2016 when president Museveni appointed again as the security minister for Uganda.
General Tumukunde was assigned by president Museveni to infiltrate and counteract all Amama Mbabazi’s work during his stand for the presidency of Uganda. The general was also retired from the army and then promoted from brigadier to lieutenant general. The appointing of Tumukunde, as a security minister by the president was the start of aggressive reactions by the inspector general of police general Kale Kayihura. Unfortunately, the minister has been fired before the expiry of his term of office. Both kale kayihura and the general Tumukunde are bush war veterans who brought president Museveni to Power.

The fights and misunderstanding between Gen kayihura and Gen Tumukunde has been blamed for the increase in criminal offenses in different parts of the country.
The rampant killing of several women especially in September 2017 in Nansana and Entebbe separated the two generals when Gen Kayihura openly accused Gen Tumukunde for the insecurity in the country. Tumukunde was confronted for having collaborated with paddy sserunjoji aka Sobi that whom did the police prosecute.
After the death of Felix late 2017, president Museveni urged Kayihura and his fellow Tumukunde to clean up their police house which statement he repeated last week at the burial of the late Susan Magara who was kidnapped and killed after three weeks.

FIFA World Cup Arrives In Uganda

Myuganda

March 5, 2018

Are you a football fun? The long awaited FIFA world cup trophy has finally arrived in Uganda. Today 5th March 2018, Uganda marks the 33rd country to host the Federation International for football association (FIFA) world cup trophy since 1934 when it was started. After along time of waiting, Uganda football funs are now counting hours to have a close look at the worlds cup trophy. Upon arriving at the airport, the trophy is transferred straight to Entebbe state house to be received and acknowledged by the president in the company of the FUFA president Mr Moses Magogo and the sports cabinet minister Mr Charles Bakkabulindi among other professionals . Its on this note that the sitting president (H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni) is the only person to touch the trophy on behalf of all Ugandans. Sports is part of our daily happy life where people are commonly seen watching, and playing football in their leisure time. Sports are a love of all ages and sexes and are one of the leading industries in Uganda and all over the world attracting large audience. After its arrival today, the world cup trophy will be displayed for public viewing tomorrow-6th march 2018 at Lugogo Cricket oval.

Comprised of 18 karat gold, the world cup trophy is considered one of the world’s moving attractions which stand at 36.8 centimers high weighing 6.1 kilograms and a target for all FIFA member associations. Since its establishment FIFA has registered 211-member association all competing for this one trophy. The world cup is played every after four years held in different countries depending on the country’s security, the capacity of the play grounds and support and support of that particular country. During the time of world cup championship, expect to see almost all television channels and radios switched to football a clear indication of how lovely sports is to most people. Overtime, footfall has achieved great support proved by a big turn up of 3.2billion football viewers in 2014 hosted in Brazil. Tomorrow, 6th March 2018, a large number of Ugandans are expected to flock Lugogo cricket oval to have a special time within close to the iconic trophy. The world cup trophy has reached Uganda a few months to the final world cup championships to take place in June 2018 from Russia.
This year (2018) Kampala Uganda is one of the 91 cities in 51 countries with a golden opportunity to host the world cup trophy which transverses 92,000 miles roughly 126,000 kilometer. Uganda is one of the 10 lucky African countries to host the trophy.

Due to the great respect for the trophy, ordinary people are not allowed to touch or come so close to the trophy but rather the sitting presidents and former world cup winners are the only ones allowed to tough the trophy. For this case, H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni the president of Uganda is representing Uganda to tough the world cup trophy. The trophy is an eye for globe and was on 3rd March 2018 broadcasted by the Chinese TV and CGTN on their show flagship sports show and match print. Different questions where raised regarding this trophy (its distribution and when it was brought among others questions) and many people took part.

Whereas many people are eager to see the trophy, the question in mind is what next after the world cup trophy is gone? There is much value attached to the hosting of this honorable once every year event beyond mere seeing and photographs. Most important people accompany the world cup from different parts of the world hence an opportunity to boost tourism in Uganda. The hosting of the world cup is a marketing opportunity for Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) to broadcast and display all its potential in offering best tourism experiences such as the exceptional gorilla treks, cultural visits, mountaineering, bird watching and other unique features that make Uganda the Pearl of Africa. Sports are one of the most powerful ventures that attract high audience of all ages and sex. The late South Africa president nelson Mandela put back and supported the game in 1999 by putting back on the scene.

In addition to promoting tourism in Uganda, the world cup trophy is an inspiration for Uganda as a nation to invest more money, energy and time in football hence encouraging Ugandans to support and promote and involve in sporting culture. The hosting of the trophy is also an inspiration for the potential young footballers who are inspired by veneration and gratefulness of the trophy hence great support for the sports industry.

This therefore calls upon the government of Uganda and other private and public sectors to work hard and invest in winning the trophy, which comes along with other numerous benefits. Winning the world cup trophy should be Uganda’s ultimate goal if sports culture is to develop and expand in the country. Much investment is therefore needed to expand and renovate all infrastructures which all promote sports development in the country.
While addressing the congregation,HE the president of Uganda called upon Ugandans and other foreigners in the country to explore and enjoy all the hidden trasures that Uganda offers. The popular and must do activities in Uganda include taking part in a gorilla safari to Bwindi impenetrable forest national park of Mgahinga gorilla, wildlife viewing in Murchison falls national park, Queen Elizabeth national park, chimpanzee trekking in Kibale forest national park, cultural visits and mountain climbing among others. You can now book your safari to Uganda through any trusted tour operators offering related packages to meet and satisfy your travel needs.

Ugandans are how’re urged to be accurate and respectful in all ways.
In conclusion, rush to Lugogo cricket oval, have a close look at the world cup trophy and support sports tourism in Uganda the pearl of Africa.

How is Gorilla Trekking a lifetime Expereince

Myuganda

February 19, 2018

Mountain Gorilla safaris have become popular over the years for holiday makers to East and Central Africa seeking for exclusive primates’ experiences. Mountain gorillas are apes covered with black fur and have over 98% of their DNA similar to humans. They are typical vegetarians and spend most of their time feeding on the fresh vegetation in the forested mountains where they live. They live in families that are led by a dominant silverback (Giant Male Gorilla) with subordinates including females, young and juvenile gorillas.

They are endangered animals that were at the Verge of extinction in the 1990’s due to poaching, civil war where most of them were killed and disease. Due to great conservation works by Conservationists like Dian Fossey and the efforts the governments have put forward, the number of mountain gorillas has started to increase steadily over the years which has greatly facilitated gorilla tourism in the region.

Mountain gorillas are currently endemic to the Virunga Massif and Bwindi Impenetrable National park in south Western Uganda. The Virunga Massif stretches from northwestern Rwanda (Volcanoes National Park), Eastern DRC – (Virunga National Park) and South Western Uganda (Mgahinga Gorilla Park). These destinations have habituated gorilla families that are open to tourist’s visitation offering once in a life time experiences.

Rwanda Gorillas Safaris;

These are done in Volcanoes National park situated in Northwestern Rwanda just a 3 hours’ drive from the Capital Kigali. The park has over the years become the most visited gorilla destination all thanks to the aggressive marketing of the Rwandan Government. There are 10 habituated Gorilla groups here each being tracked by strictly 8 tourists a day.

The park is facilitated by a number of accommodation facilities that include Gorilla Solution Lodge, Da Vinci Lodge, Five Volcanoes Hotel, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge among others that are just a few kilometers from the park headquarters.
Gorilla permits here go for $1500 per person irrespective of one’s nationality but are discounted for those attending conferences (15% discount) and a 30% discount (US$ 1050) for tourists with combined trips within Rwanda National Parks (Gorilla trekking, Akagera and/or Nyungwe National Park) during the months of November-May.

Trips to Volcanoes national park can range from a one-day tour with a pick up at 4:30 am from Kigali to the park. Those that have more days can do 2 days’ trips and more and can add a visit to the other major two national parks namely Akagera National park for those interested in savannah wildlife tours for game drives and Nyungwe forest national park for those interested in Chimpanzees and monkeys.

Uganda Gorilla Tours;

Mountain gorillas in Uganda inhabit the Bwindi Impenetrable forest situated in south western Uganda with half of the remaining mountain gorilla population on the planet and in Mgahinga gorilla national park. Bwindi is the most popular with 12 habituated Gorilla groups distributed in the 3 major sectors while Mgahinga gorilla park has one habituated gorilla group. Just like in Rwanda, only 8 tourists are allowed to track gorillas and allowed in the presence of the gorillas for strictly an hour.

There are also great accommodation facilities here that include Bakiga Lodge, Gorilla Mist Camp, Bwindi Jungle Lodge, Mahogany springs, Gorilla Safari Lodge among others. Gorilla Permits in Uganda cost $600 per person for foreign visitors, $500 per person for foreigners in east Africa (Foreign Residents) and $70 for east African citizens.

Bwindi and Mgahinga gorilla parks can be accessed from Uganda (Entebbe international airport) by road taking a 9 to 10 hours’ drive. There are also flights from Entebbe to domestic airstrips near Bwindi for those who don’t want the long drives. The parks can also be accessed through Rwanda (4 to 5 hours’ drive) and trips can also range from a one day but this strictly start with a pick up from Kigali Rwanda at 3:00 am and then those with enough time can opt for 2 days and more and can add visits to other Uganda’s famous destinations like Lake Bunyonyi, Queen Elizabeth National park, Kidepo Valley National park as well as the capital primates of the World – Kibale forest national park famous for Chimpanzees.

Congo Gorilla Tours

Gorilla encounters in the Democratic Republic of Congo are sheltered in Virunga National Park in Eastern Congo. Gorilla trips here in the past were being disrupted by insecurity in the region but this has changed over the years as the area became more secure and is now a fast growing gorilla destination. The park is currently also visited by a number of tourists seeking to meet gorillas in their natural habitats and those adventurous ones’ seeking to explore more about the little known tourism potentials in this Vast Country.

The park can be accessed through Rwanda by flying to Kigali international airport and the connecting there by road via Gisenyi – Goma Border. Those in Uganda can access Virunga national park through Kisoro (Bunagana Border).

Accommodation facilities include Mikeno Lodge, Bukima Tented Camp, Hotel Ihusi, Kivu Lodge among others. Gorilla trips in DRC can be supplemented with the hike to the lava lake on mount Nyiragongo and those that have time can add the lowland gorillas in Khauzi Biega National park.

All the above gorilla destinations can be visited any time of the year but gorilla treks are mostly enjoyed in the dry season from June to September and from December to March.

interestingly a gorilla safari can be well organized through local tour operators in the Region and these mainly include Africa Adventure Safaris, Lets Tours Rwanda, Gorilla Trek Africa among others

Dealers in Skin Care Products- Cosmetics Uganda

Myuganda

February 17, 2018

As a slogan tells, “your looks is your pride” good looking is a desire for every man/woman in our present lifestyle. In all parts of Uganda, skin care centers have been established to supply all kinds of cosmetics for men, women and children at all ages. Each day, a new Skin care product is brought to market to deal with a different skin problem. The Cosmetics are for the face and body and they include facial masks, cleansers, tanning oils, moisturizes, toners and sunscreen lotions, serums, exfoliates and skin lighteners. Since people have different skin types, oily, dry, sensitive and normal hence ought to apply different skin products best for their skin. Knowing your skin type help you to know whether the product you are yet to apply will be effective or reactive on your skin. Fortunately, producers have put procedures for use and customers are reminded to follow them accurately to avoid any negative side effect. After applying a skin care product, the time your skin takes to clear depends on how sensitive your skin is. Using a wrong cosmetic on a wrong skin can result into problems such as skin burning and scars. Skin care products are good for uganda nationals and travelers who come on Uganda gorilla safaris to enjoy the beautiful sceneries, wildlife, birds and meet the hospitable people in the Pearl of Africa.

In case you have never used a certain product, you must do extensive research from those who have ever used it before. Also ensure to read clearly the ingredients to confirm whether they match with those mentioned by the marketers. After buying a specific product, ensure a daily care routine to make your skin get used to that same product. The off and on application of a product confuses your skin hence taking long to clear. Also, the skin care products you apply depend on the skin problem you are dealing with such as age spots, dark spots, facial wrinkles, melisma, sun damage or acne among others. The commonly used skin care brands in Uganda include nice & lovely, Samona, skin doctor, sleeping baby, Mwana Mugimu, girlfriend lotion, Fair and lovely, movit, Vaseline, sure deal, are, 55+, tiptop, and night rose among others. The leading dealers of skin care products in Uganda and their locations include among others:

Amagara skincare
Located at Nakumatt Kampala Uganda, Amagara skin care supply you with all kinds of skin care products for your wife, husband and children. Amagara serve you with different products for your skin such as Papaya body butter, Cucumber body butter, Mango hand lotion, Carrot body butter, Aloe Vera body lotion, Aloe Vera hand lotion and Papaya body lotion among others. Interestingly all these products are made of natural products hence protecting travelers from any negative impact. For more details, contact us at +256 705 818593.

Body care center
Located on plot 23 Kampala road at Cargen house, body care entre provide you with all types of skin care products for all ages. They are beauty professionals who deal in beauty products, natural skincare, organic skincare and cosmetics among others. Fortunately, their products are sold at a fair and negotiable rate and experienced hospitable people make it easy for you. To get details contact us at +256 705818593.

Movit care products
These are located on Entebbe road Bunamwaya on plot 27109 Kampala Uganda. They serve you with different types of Movit products that include Movit herbal jelly, Movit jelly, Movit petroleum jelly, Movit body milk cream, Baby junior petroleum jelly. Also, Movit provide you with hair products such as Movit hair relaxer, Movit no base relaxer-super, Movit no base relaxer-regular, Movit curling hair lotion, Movit pink oil, and Movit conditioning crème. Contact +256 7058188593 for more details.

Hallelujah beauty center
The leading beauty center located on Primek village Mall Kampala specializing in manufacturing and supplying beauty and skin care creams for children, ladies and gentle men of all skin types. Products you should expect include hempz original herbal body moisturizer. Coconut body butter, crepe erase, shear body butter, almond body butter, avojuice skin quenchers, smoothie star body buttercream, milk & honey herbal body moisturizer, pomegranate herbal body, lightening body cream and strawberry body butter. These products smoothen and clear your skin in a shortest time possible. Among the services offered at hallelujah beauty center include natural brown, natural black, natural black light, breaching, hips and burns, breast firming, Ssenga sessions and facial massage among others. For more details, contact us at +256 705818593.

Beauty clinic skin care products
As its name mentions, beauty clinic skin care products are a solution to your skin problems. Their products comprise of natural ingredients with no side effects have been approved by the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS). Beauty clinic skin care products include skin rushes removal, skin spots removal, wrinkles clearing cream, scar removal cream, skin punches removal cream, skin blemish clearing cream and stretch marks removal cream. Customers are reminded to follow the procedures while applying the products. Contact us on +256 705818593.

In conclusion therefore, visit any one of the skin care products in Uganda, buy the products for your skin and ensure beautiful and good looking for you, you and your family at negotiable prices.