Bootylicious model, Doreen Kabareebe has ended her modeling career and her last fashion campaign will be this Thursday at the 2nd Fashion Re-Union Party that will be held at Club Silk.

Doreen says her time is up though some say she is no longer the model she was five years back as she was tending to a plus size model. The modeling industry needs new faces and shapes too.

"The given time set for my modelin' career is gettin' done....my last show will be at Club Silk this Thursday 20th June show casin' with Pamela collections....see y'all there...its time to switch. For all designers, models, photographers, promoters and other people I've worked with, my luv for you will always be there.....thnx, " Doreen noted on her wall.

Doreen will now concentrate on a number of things that include completing her graduate studies this October, been very busy serving in church let alone her political ambitions. Ohh she also manages Lugogo Tennis Complex.

Some of the designers who found her a force to be reckoned with when it comes to lingerie modeling were of the view that it won't be easy filling the gap she has left.

Related: Doreen Kabareebe Talks About Her Modeling Career

Yesterday, Riot police was forced to fire water cannons and tear-gas to disperse large crowds and somehow, the tear-gas got to Bobi Wine and his wife Barbie who were busy chilling at their hotel room.

The couple decided to hit the streets as part of their Istanbul tour where they met some of the protesters who were fleeing from tear gas, but according to him, the smell of the tear gas was reminding him of the chocolate they had just enjoyed a few minutes back.

"If am to compare this to Kaihuraz tear gas, u would agree with me that this Turkish tear gas is just smelling like chocolate."

Much as the tear gas was next to chocolate, this did not stop him from wearing masks. Now the big question is, Is it Bobi Wine who has a strong reistance to tear gas of its just a light version of tear gas that was being used!

"We, the Miss Asia Pacific World Super Talent Committee, do hereby appoint Ms Zarinah (a leading figure in the music, fashion, glamour entertainment business in AFRICA) as the International Ambassador and Mentor of The Miss Asia Pacific World Super Talent Endeavour 2013.

That is Zari's latest portfolio as seen from the appointment letter dated (09.Jun.2013).  The appointment letter signed by Lawrence Choi, the Founder and President of Miss Asia Pacific (STC) adds that:

"We are confident that she would be able to properly promote our International pageant and be available on the schedule of the dates for our screening and all other promotions around the world."

The pageant will be held in October and Uganda will be represented by Stella Nankya, a fashion designer based in South Africa.
      

Today is Father's day and below we reproduce some of the happy Father's day quotes.

Bobi Wine - "My father J.W Ssentamu aka Bulaya is Superman, 40 children,36 graduates, stars, celebrities, doctors, lawyers, pastors,leaders, business men and women etc. First born over 50 and youngest (not last) born 2 years. The most accomplished father I know. Father, if I could only be Quarter the man that you are, I would be the greatest man in this generation. I might not be able to show you just how much, but I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. Happy fathers' day."

Bobi Wine's wife, Barbie Kyagulanyi - "My dad groomed me into a lady that I am. He placed me into the hands of this man that is such a big force in my life and is grooming my kids into great citizens. I was happy, loved and pampered in my dad's house and am equally "spoilt" in my own home courtesy of you Bobi. Me and my children are proud of you Daddies..Mwebale kutukola kyejjo..we love you so much and Happy father's day."

Jose Chameleone who is still in the US had this message for his dad. "My father wanted me to be, what he wished his son could be, here I am, Grew to be who I dreamt and wished to be. So, my Children, descendants, Live to be who you want, dream and earn to be. Happy Father's Day my Dad and all Fathers worldwide, My Dad, have a blast. Your son is alright!!!!"

We could not land on Bebe Cool's but at least his better half Zuena Kirema was on the radar. "Happy father's day to my dad Mr Kirema & my baby daddy Bebe Cool Ssali you two are just heaven sent I must say am blessed to have you both in my life."

Koona Ne NTV show is a serious threat to WBS Straka's show. However, during the show, Miles confirmed he had not forgotten where he was coming from when he thanked all those on Bukedde, which of course was understandable bearing in mind that this was his very first show since quitting Bukedde TV.

The show kicked off with four top videos in a row, 'Coccidiosis' by Bebe Cool, 'Badilisha' by Jose Chameleone, 'Magnetic' from the 2013 BET Nominees followed by Wabula Mwana Gwe Olina Obubadi by Dolla the Captain and then, headed for commercials.

Shortly after the commercial break, viewers started calling in and the very first caller was from Bwaise talking about 'Majja' which should be a slang for money and happy to see Miles on TV once again. Other callers were babes who preferred to express themselves in English, but Miles Rwamiti Apuuli reminded them that this was not the Expozed show.

The VJ of the night was Baby Love from Guvnor, so after the first three videos, Miles was forced to ask him to queue in the likes of Catherine Kusasira and Mathias Walukagga officially tapping into the Bukedde following. Later in the show, he invited King Michael and Eddy Kenzo who explained why he ordered the fans to fight the police.

'NTV Akawungeezi', 'Tuula Tuwaye' were the known vernacular programs and now Koona Ne NTV joins the wagon. Is NTV taking the path of Bukedde TV!, Only time will tell.

Related: Miles Rwamiti's Show On NTV Starts This Friday

South African based Ugandan tycoon Ivan Semwanga has honoured his pledge of Shs6m to the Ugandan cranes for the two goals that were scored by Emma Okwi and Tony Mawejje this afternoon at Mandela National Stadium. That amount could have been more than that had the Uganda cranes scored more goals.

The tycoon was at the stadium watching but thirty minutes into the game, Angola had one goal as most fans were giving up on blowing their vuvuzela's. "This is disheartening," he tweeted. In the second half, the Uganda Cranes charged against the Angola team with Emma Okwi scoring in the 57th minute.

Kampala city was erupting into a wild jubilation for the first goal and then Tony Mawejje added a second goal 13 minutes to closing time sending fans inside the stadium and the neighbouring areas into frenzy.

"Thanks Uganda Cranes for the effort you put in to win the game -We are also confirming that me and King Lawrence have fulfilled our pledge to the Uganda Cranes, " the Tycoon confirmed before inviting fans to meet him and the Uganda Cranes players at Guvnor for the Champagne and Gold party.

Maisha Dancer's Shamim Namawa grabbed the birthday boy and the two hit the dance floor pulling some raunchy moves amidst cheers from some guests. Other artistes who attended the birthday bash included; Toniks, Mun*G, Atlas and Rabadaba.

It should be noted that a week back, the Goodlyfe Crew were in South Africa, and among others, performed during the Big Brother live eviction show, Did a better recording of the Magnetic video that will be able to blend with the international market now that the Goodlyfe crew are BET material.

The Goodlyfe crew duo also performed at several private parties for Ugandans in South Africa like Katsha and tycoon Ivan Ssemwanga among others.

On Sunday(16Jun), Radio and Weasel will be performing at Lido Beach which is right before Spenah Beach on your way to Entebbe International Airport and later in the month, they will be heading to L.A to see just how far they can go with their BET 2013 nomination.

Miles Rwamiti has revealed the reason he bid farewell to his Omubimba show on Bukedde TV. The TV presenter will start on his latest show dubbed ''Koona Ne Rwamiti'' on NTV this Friday starting 10:30pm.

Finally, we are here! Koona Ne Rwamiti, a new exciting music show hits the NTV airwaves this Friday at 10:30pm. Don't miss the latest music videos, engaging live interviews with your favorite musicians, sizzling hot gossip, your interactive comments from social media and much more, " Miles noted on his wall.

By virtue of the title, this will be a vernacular show. Bukedde viewers who were following Miles closely are likely to cross over with him. Former Bukedde presenter, Richard Semakula aka Soda Wa Bakyala was equally happy for him.

"Africa, eviction party has not been thrown yet, I will inform you on the location and the special guest of mine that may attend." That guest is none other than Koketso.

LK4 is back in the country and if all goes well, Koketso will be here with him if the above tweet is anything to go by. Isaac Lugudde has been having fun with Koketso in 'Emerald house' after Africa decided to end their honeymoon in the Big Brother-The Chase house.

LK4 seems to be in love and did not want to leave South Africa. "This is probably the saddest day since my existence. I love South Africa and u treated me well. Koke, I'm missing you already and hurting. I will find you wherever you are and I pray Africa will witness the journey back to you as they witnessed the beginning."

All that LK4 is saying is that; it's not over yet between him and South Africa's Koketso Modiba. However, the South African beauty is acting smart and not tweeting so much about the LK4Love. Could the clip of LK4 talking to Natasha about his strategy of being close to South Africa(Koketso) and Nigeria(Beverly) housemates haunting him?

Is that the reason LK4 says his special guest 'may' attend, only time will tell. Meanwhile, some of their fans who are believing them have this to say: "I like both of you and hope you get married and have lots of kids."

Another wrote: "LK4 please don't hurt her, if it was a game please let her go brothers like O'neal, Hakeem, Bimp, Sulu and Bassey all liked her." Over to you LK4.

According to Iryn's former manager and brother, Thadeus Mubiru, their dad has been battling ailments for quite sometime. He will be buried tomorrow at 4PM.

"Kim you know very well about this incident, it's ruining my life, everybody is saying I'm lying. First they said I was a drug trafficker and now they say I'm pulling public stunts.

You knew very well I was arrested and detained and you didn't come out to tell anybody, he left me in trouble there, I found that so selfish, Please, at least acknowledge that you asked for the suitcase and you asked my manager to carry the suitcase which had the drugs and I will be cleared."

"There are cases regarding movement of drugs in which Kim is a prime suspect. We have two options to consider, one of them is charging him within our courts here, the second option will be handing him over to the Japan police, " police spokesman Iddi Ibin Sekumbi explained.

Related: Kim Ueno Has Been Arrested - Iryn Namubiru

Last Saturday was another great night for revellers at the Namugongo top hang-out joint as Bebe Cool and wife, Zuena Kirema mixed tots as they served guests.

Beer guzzling fans were seen making several rounds to the counter just to get the opportunity of being served by none other than Zuena who did her thing under the close supervision of the 'Coccidiosis' singer.

Some fans who included foreign based Uganda Cranes stars were heard saying that if these two were the bartenders for the spot, it would be one of the best places to hangout in town. This was the first theme night dubbed ''Star-Tender'' which will see stars taking over the bar as the bartender's for the night.

Half of the proceeds that night were donated to 40-40, an orphanage in Kyebando the following day. Bebe Cool and some of the directors for the bar were seen delivering items and having photo moments with the kids.

"After just two weeks out of my house. I come back and inform her I will be moving back in and she wanted to increase my house rent by a stunning 200k! (+/-USD 80!)" Denzel demanded to know why all of a sudden rent had increased!

The lady told him in his face: "Oh, I know you have money, I saw you on tv in South Africa"
This is when Denzel woke up and realised that he was not in the house anymore where the only thing to do was to relax in the jacuzzi, sleep, drink, dance and massage.

It's not clear if Denzel's eviction to her meant that the Ugandan housemate had won but at least she is sure it was Denzel she saw on TV who must be loaded by virtue of the way he was playing the game.

His close pals advised him to just apply the avatar or better still do the massage moves that he pulled on Kenya's Huddah Monroe while still in the Big Brother House.

Following that advise, Denzel just laughed it off. "Haha, thanks guys. Always good to be back home. Fuh real! Once you get used to the dust...you cant live without it! haha"

Kim Ueno is the Japan based promoter who had invited Iryn Namubiru for a show in Japan and left shortly after for Uganda on learning that the songbird had been detained at Narita airport.

Iryn has always maintained that it was Kim who was responsible for the illicit drugs and that she had nothing to do with them. Thadeus Mubiru has since been fired and replaced with Balaam after whatsapp messages revealed that he was working hand in hand with Kim.

Kim was equally a wanted man in Japan based on the statements the 'Tebiba Bingi' singer made on being arrested. Details of when and where Kim was arrested are still scanty but will be availed as soon as we land on any info.
Related: Iryn Namubiru Cleared of Drug Charges

Last week, five housemates were up for eviction but LK4 emerged with only one vote that was obviously his country, Uganda followed by Koketso who had two votes, one from her country South Africa and Angola.

Denzel was lucky to get two votes after South Africa voted for him courtesy of the good 'deeds' that our boy LK4 had done for their gal but this time around, LK4 and Koketso were equally up, so South Africa had it's issues to deal with. Hakeem emerged the highest with 6 votes that included one from Kenya, Feza had three votes and Dilish had three votes.

Just wondering what happened to the East African alliance! Kenya could not vote for a Ugandan(LK4) or Tanzanian(Feza) who were up for eviction and instead voted for Hakeem Mandaza from Zimbabwe, we only hope their booby Annabel can play the game beyond the next two weeks, otherwise the eviction of model Huddah Monroe simply marked the start of problems for Kenya.

We only hope LK4's remarks after the Saturday dance party did not cause Africa's wrath that eventually led to his eviction. Meanwhile, his hopes of docking at Koketso's station were dealt a heavy blow when IK played a clip that revealed how the Ugandan lad was only playing the two housemates from Nigeria and South Africa.

Its now clear the relationship between Koketso and LK4 won't last after all now that he was only playing the game on the advise of his mother. It's funny how Nigeria's Beverly and South Africa's Koketso were vying for each other's blood when the basket baller was using it as a strategy.

Each country had two housemates, but 14 days later, Uganda has none. Did you think LK4 was the best candidate to leave?
Related: LK4 Evicted from The Big Brother The Chase

City socialite and lingerie guru, Jackie Klein is worried about giving birth and won't be doing so anytime soon based on what she told her close pals this morning.

"Beautiful people, some of my friends and relatives have given me the privilege of being in the labour rooms while they push it still hasn't changed my mind about having kids and I love kids. I fear the pain, simple is that normal?"

This revelation came after he close pal who gave birth to a baby girl a few days back.

91.3 Capital FM Am-Pm presenter Flavia Tusiime told her that: "Oh! its not that bad! the hardest part is carrying that bump for nine months, the push push is a piece of cake try it the experience is unforgettable, I want that for you dear."

Guvnor Publicist Pherrie Kim joined the conversation with this contribution: "I'm TERRIFIED of it too...but now I'm in a position to clench my teeth and get it done...all for the military man...C-section and Epidural exist though...Jackie, we'll be fine...LOL"

When Pherrie proposed those options, Jackie Klein said that if she is to go for it, she would opt for the epidural option which is an injection into the back that stops any pain being felt in the lower part of the body.

Jackie came to fame as a result of her lingerie fashion shows.

"On this day in Bbina Church 5 years ago, we sealed a marriage, we made vows and committed to that statement: "In times of good and bad" . True we have shared the greatest moments of our lives together, and the worst ones too and so we shall continue till death does us part."

The music heavy weight continued with the wedding anniversary message: "Daniella, you are more than a rib to me, you are my best friend, my consultant, you are my life. Thanks for loving me, thanks for tolerating me, thanks for being the greatest mom I would ever wish for my children and thanks for always standing by me."

The 'Badilisha' singer assured Daniella of how he will only keep falling in love with her as they grow old. "Happy 5th wedding anniversary. I miss you and our kids so so much.... As we grow older together, As we continue to change with age, there is one thing that will never change. . . I will always keep falling in love with you....."

Being an artiste he is, you could easily mistake the message for lyrics to his next hit, but then again, Daniella deserves it all looking at how the music doctor has poured his heart out.

"Pending police investigations, I found it necessary to step aside as Iryn's manager." Iryn was cleared of drug charges after spending  21 days in Japan and on return at Entebbe International Airport, Thaddeus and Iryn's mum were among the people who received her.

Days later, it turned out that her manager hand a hand in this whole saga leading to his being fired. Thaddeus issued an apology to the songstress. Iryn has now gone ahead and replaced him with Balaam Barugahara, the CEO of Balaam Marketing who will assume his new role four days from now.

Balaam who happens to be Iryn's promoter in Uganda was also very instrumental at the time when she was detained in Japan. The authorities in Japan got Iryn a lawer but Balaam and the Fusion Band Boss, Kasami wentan extra mile to hire a private lawyer for the 'Tebiba Bingi' singer.

That was not all, Balaam also went ahead to organise the special service at All Saints Cathedral that was held on May 22 together with KFM's Roger Mugisha. It's therefore not surprising to see that Balaam is now the new manager for Iryn Namubiru.

Unlike Denzel who spent 7 days in the house, Sharon O spent 91 days in the Big Brother Africa house gaining a lot of exposure in the process. For example, she did frequent Nigeria, Malawi and South Africa for personal projects long after the show had ended and yet this wasn't the case before featuring on reality TV.

"Am always pretending that everything is alright. Becoz everybody else thinks am fine. But u my love should know better coz behind my smile if u look deep into my eyes, u'll see my pain, u'll feel my hurt." That was Ronnie's post sometime last year but the Obsessions boss was quick to distance it from the woes in his relationship.

However, the latest is that the two lovers have now confirmed they are in a relationship but a complicated one. On May 31, The Mpola Mpola singer changed her status from 'In a Relationship' to 'Its Complicated'. A day later, Ronnie followed suit by confirming on his wall that his relationship to Sharon O was complicated.

One Tadeo commented: "I saw It Coming Ron, bt Just Be Cool And Leave Everything To God.....if she was created 4u, she wl be urs bt if not, she wl never be my friend."

"I Thadeus Mubiru, Manager to Iryn Namubiru, would like to apologise firstly to you Iryn, family, friends, fans and all people that stood with her during her detention at Chiba Perfectural Police in Japan for the prejudice and troubles I caused to her when I knowingly refused to reveal the vital information that could enable her early release."

Last Sunday, while at All Saints Cathedral, Iryn revealed how Thaddeus received $500 from the Japan based promoter, Kim Ueno who was behind the Japan show that never was after Iryn was arrested with drugs stuffed in one of her bags. Once that came to the lime light, Thaddeus was left with no choice but apologise.

Looks like Iryn is willing to forgive and forget as she has gone ahead to delete messages she had written about her manager earlier.

In his apology, Thaddeus also revealed why he behaved the way he did: "I learnt that Kim Tumwesigye had jetted in Uganda immediately after Iryn's detention, I feared so much for my life and became so selfish to that extent."

Related:
Iryn Namubiru Fires Her Manager Jun 03, 2013.
Iryn Namubiru's Manager Speaks Out May 12, 2013.

Here i am... :-). Finally!!! Lol

Juliana's fans can now get her on Twitter.

A few weeks back, before Iryn got into trouble with the Japanese authorities, Juliana was on most radio stations busy promoting her latest single and highlights of shows between her and Iryn that will be unfolding sooner rather than later, but its not clear if that is still on.

At that time, she had held two interviews, one on 91.3 Capital FM and the other on Radio City. McKenzie was the host of the show on Radio City and somehow, he had wanted to hashtag the Juliana show for the Twitter followers but he could not land on any authentic account.

It was during that interview that Juliana was asked about her official Twitter account and the 'Nkyanoonya' singer revealed that she wasn't on Twitter. McKenzie promised to set up one for her.

Juliana's official handle is @JKanyomozi and a week later, it has 437 followers. Juliana's first tweet was on May 28 expressing how she had gotten on board finally. "Here I am...:-). Finally!!!Lol."

Meanwhile, Iryn Namubiru uses @Irynnamubiru1 after failing to retrieve irynnamubiru from a purported fan.

Iryn and her manager Thaddeus in the company of her Ugandan promoter, Balaam Barugahara later held a brief meeting in which Iryn asked for all the communication from Kim that was exchanged prior to her travelling to Japan, but Thaddeus maintained that the only communication they had was on phone.

As the meeting and questioning ensued, Thaddeus was forced to surrender all the What's App messages that were exchanged between Kim and him. In the messages, it was clear that Thaddeus had some useful information that could be forwarded to the Japan authorities, but he did not fearing reprisal from Kim Ueno.

It was at that point in the meeting that Iryn told his manager to keep out of her business. She later tweeted thus: "My Manager could have sacrificed my life for just $500 got from Kim Tumwesigye. He had all the info about the drugs but he lied. God."

She added: "Trust nobody. Thaddeus Mubiru was ready to see me rot or die in jail just because he feared Kim would kill him if he gave info!! Unbelievable."

Iryn has been combing various media houses to explain her story to all and sundry.

This was also a blow to East Africa after Kenyan model Huddah Monroe followed shortly in Denzel's footsteps as Big Brother told of how she only had 30 seconds to leave the Big Brother House. But all was not lost as the only East Africans in the 2013 BET Nominations put up a show like no other.

Pouring their hearts out to Africa, the East Africa dynamic duo sung.."They speculate it, they vibrate it...so let me go Magnetic..." as former Blu3 member Lilian could not help but tweet to let them know of how proud she was.

Fans are now debating on whether to go in big numbers to welcome Denzel or not while others are suggesting that the welcome party for Denzel can as well be a party for all those who auditioned.

Recommended: Goodlyfe, Navio Nominated in Nigeria Ent. Awards

The Goodlyfe Crew will be performing live tonight at the eviction show for Big Brother Africa in South Africa. Moze Radio and former Blu3 member Lilian Mbabazi have a child together.

The question on Biggie's wall was: "Radio and Weasel will be on the Big Brother Africa stage tonight! Do you have any questions that you'd like us to ask them?"

One question from Mshana was: "We know they have been nominated for the BET Award 2013 - Best International Act: Africa which is taking place June 30 at Los Angeles’ Nokia Theater. What is the secret behind this big nomination? How are they prepared to hit the Los Angeles’ Nokia Theater on that particular date? How are they prepared to win? What are they going to get outta this BET, is it money, fame, ladies, recording deals including collabos, etc?"

Another fan had a question for Moze Radio: "Your baby with Lilian was it for real or for showbizz?" Short of that most questions were not necessarily for the East African Duo as the fans seemed to be touching more on the show and who they thought would be packing their bags tonight.

Meanwhile, yesterday,  'Love Letter' by Lilian was played in the house something that got LK4 singing along but the only word he knew was Love Letter as the lyrics in Luganda were a problem having spent literally all his years in the US.

Before the Goodlyfe left for South Africa, they asked their fans which songs they would play while in South Africa and fans were mostly suggesting 'Obudde' and 'Magnetic'. Keep voting for your boy Denzel by sending his name 'DENZEL'  to 7626.

The event announcing the 30 categories was held at Euphoria Night Club in Lagos, Nigeria last Thursday. Voting online will kick off on June 28 while the main event will be held in New York City on Sept 01, 2013.

This is indeed a good life for the Goodlyfe Crew. It's slightly after two weeks when Moze and Weasel were nominated in the 2013 BET Awards under the Best International Act - Africa category, being the first Ugandan artists to at least be nominated in the Black Entertainment Television awards that will see them rub shoulders with the likes of R-Kelly at the Nokia Theatre L.A.

Just yesterday, Moze Radio and Weasel left for South Africa where they are expected to give a powerful performance at the first Big Brother The Chase eviction show that has our UG contestant, Denzel up for eviction.

Confirming this development, the Goodlyfe Crew were asking their fans which songs they should be performing during the show; "We are in the Big Brother House for the first eviction show this Sunday. What songs should we play?" Most of the fans seem to be suggesting 'Magnetic' and 'Obudde'.

Ugandan artistes who have performed at the Big Brother Show include Jose Chameleone (2007), Goodlyfe and Keko (2011), Maurice Kirya in 2012 among others. The 'One & Only' star performed last year during the Big Brother StarGame being the first East African artist to perform at the Grand Finale show.

Just last week, Moze Radio, Weasel and his Norway based girl friend, Carol Serwadda were in South Africa where the Goodlyfe Crew had a number of performances. "Good things happen to good people, It's too late for anyone to stop us," The boys tweeted after confirming this development.

This week, Ghana's Selly, Malawi's Natasha, Uganda's Denzel, Ethiopia's Betty and Kenya's Huddah Monroe are up for eviction. To save Denzel, send an SMS with a name Denzel to 7626.

Chameleone is on a 'US Badilisha Tour' and while there, he made a visit to the Bruce Lee Grave site to pay his tribute to the fallen martial arts film star who died in 1973. Bruce Lee's grave is next to his son, Brandon Lee who died in 1993.

"Off to the USA for my 2013 Tour of North America...ama miss my wife, my babies Abba, Alfa & Alba. Ama miss you my pipo. But sometimes, a man got to do wat he has to do." Chameleone noted on his wall.

This coming Saturday, the 'Badilisha' singer will be performing live at Cafe Ibex in Seattle. The music heavy weight has already performed at Los Angeles during the Basoga Twegaite Convention among others. After the June 01 Seattle Show, he will be in Maine on Jun 07, and Washington DC on Jun 08.

His fans in Phonix AR will be with him on Jun 15 followed by Kansas on Jun 21 and wind up the US Badilisha tour on Jun 22 with a show in Illinois.

The star left Uganda on May 23 and landed in L.A California the following day. Chameleone was delighted to meet his young brother Pallaso to which he said; "Brotherhood is the very price and condition of man's survival." Short of that, he's met Ugandan boxer Kassim Ouma and socialite Judith Heard of Houston based 2African Gals.

Iryn has for the last three weeks been detained in Japan on drug smuggling charges but was set free after 21 days. It's unlikely that Iryn can go back to Japan in the next five years following what happened. Boda Boda riders along Entebbe road and other parts of Kampala joined the convoy doing all sorts of bike stunts.

The convoy went straight to Hotel Africana though while there, she declined to talk about what happened during the 21 days in Japan. The 'Tebiba Bingi' singer later referred some people to check her wall for the official communication.

In part of the message, she says: "I was never indicted so there was no possible trial and therefore, I never stood before the judge!! In fact there was all evidence that I was innocent." But all this was not convincing to some people forcing her to denounce her earlier plans of not talking about it. Several versions had started cropping up.

Announcing the news of Iryn's being on WBS tomorrow at 9am was none other than Straka's ex, Charles Oyimuke. In the message off his wall, he says: "Iryn Namubiru addresses the Nation live about her alleged drug charges tomorrow, Wednesday 29.May.2013 on Morning Flavor Entertainment starting 9:00am."

Pokello from Zimbabwe was the first one to be called on stage and when she chose a guy to walk with to the house, it was none other than basketball star, Isaac Lugudde aka LK4 who happens to be the tycoon's rival. All he did at that moment was to switch his telly to a movie dubbed 'Temptations' which is about a young couple having problems in their marriage.

"Chillin in ma cinema room watching Temptations by Tyler Perry", Ivan tweeted to express his disapproval.

A few months back, Zari and hubby split for a few months before getting back together, but during the time of their split, Zari hooked basketball star Isaac Lugudde who kisses and tells. Isaac told whoever cared to know that the mom of three was a tigress in bed.

Isaac is now in the Big Brother house after dating a socialite and Africa at large and Uganda in particular will have to keep their eyes on the multi-tattooed guy to see if he can take up Gaetano's position of the 'Best Ugandan representative' ever in Biggie's house.

Meanwhile, Zari's rate of tweeting has reduced from the time the news leaked that LK4 was to rep Uganda in the Big Brother House.
Related: Zari Gets Lugudde LK4 Tattoo Removed

"Bags packed and ready to go. Ebintu byamwe sibyangu. Sawa ya kuyiya na kuwasa," Roger noted on his wall, implying that these issues are complicated, I better go and try out other plans and also my wedding with Imani."

Roger was among those who spearheaded the Iryn Namubiru answered prayers at All Saints church Nakasero and to this he says; "That's why we call Him Saviour! Thank you Lord for your immediate response to our prayers. This is a Facebook testimony! To God be the Glory."

However, with his bags packed and ready to reunite with Imani, he will not be here on Monday (27May) to see Iryn making her first public appearance since her arrest in Japan. Roger's buddies have however warned him not to carry anything for anyone or not even dare go to Japan because anything could happen.

Diva Iryn Namubiru has been cleared of drug smuggling charges after 21 days of being detained in Japan. "I am out, free, innocent, clean, no criminal record. I will tell you all as soon as I get home on MONDAY, God bless you all." Iryn commented on her wall.

Iryn was arrested early in the month when she went to Japan for a show but on arrival at Narita airport, her luggage was discovered to be having illegal drugs that were given to her by Kim Ueno's relatives in Kampala. Iryn thanked all her fans, friends and family for their prayers.

"Only the truth, prayers and your love could set me free. Iam out innocent and clean, Thank you all." The prayers at All Saints on Wednesday worked after all, the diva is free and ready to rock Kampala like never before. Fans continue to thank her promoter, Balaam Barugahara, and her boss Capt John Kassami of Fusion band Entebbe that were able to meet the costs of the lawyer.

Fans are now planning on a massive welcome for her on Monday. She has also just learnt of Martin Angume's passing and passed on her sincere gratitude to the beareved family.

Update - Multi award-winning star Juliana Kanyomozi will on Saturday, 25 May 2013 perform at Club Submarine - Dhow Palace Hotel. The event had earlier on been scheduled for (18 May) but postponed to this Saturday.

Juliana was one of the artistes who turned up for Iryn Namubiru's special service at All Saints Cathedral on Wednesday. However, during the service, Rev. Diana Nkesiga forgot and referred to Juliana instead of Iryn as she said a prayer. The 'Give it to Me' singer will rock her fans in Dubai with her latest music and other old tracks that everyone knows.

Some of Juliana's hottest tracks include: 'Nabikoowa', 'Diana', 'Nkyanoonya', 'Iam Ugandan', 'Omutima Oguluma' among others.

A few days back, Juliana shot back at those who were linking her to Kenya's Tusker Project Fame judge, Ian Mbugua that the two were to wed end of this month. In a message off her wall, she simply said that they should not bother her.

"Just arrived in Dubai. It's ON!!!!! Can't wait to see all the lovely fans tomorrow. Yaaayyyyy." Juliana confirmed after arriving in Dubai.

The 2013 BET Awards Nominees, Moze Radio and Weasel of the Goodlyfe Crew have travelled to South Africa for a show that will be held at Club Africa in Pretoria on Saturday, May 25, 2013 a day before the launch of Big Brother The Chase.

The opening show of the Big Brother Africa will have opening acts from award-winning artistes from South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya as 28 housemates will be unveiled to Africa this Sunday. Kenya's Stella Mwangi aka STL, Nigeria's Don Jazzy, D'Prince and South Africa's Mafikizolo are some of the artistes to perform during the night of the launch.

The Goodlyfe Crew have a reason to be at the launch venue now that they will be down in South Africa which is likely to get them more opportunities now that they will be representing East Africa at the BET Awards in June.

In a message off their wall, the duo notified their fans that: "Off to South Africa to represent UG, Big Brother." but it's a known fact, no approved housemate does that, so are the Goodlyfe Crew representing UG by watching the show live from South Africa or otherwise?

All this can be cleared by watching the show live on channels 197 and 198 on DSTV or watching live on the DSTV website.

Bobi Wine, Juliana Kanyomozi, Pastor Wilson Bugembe, Sylver Kyagulanyi who spoke on behalf of the artistes and Dr. Hilderman were present. Others included NTV's Gilbert Epenu and Dembe FM's Bina Baby. During the service, Roger Mugisha thanked all those who had taken off time during office hours to come for prayers.

Iryn's mother was all calm and equally thanked all the artistes and the entire music fraternity for being their for Iryn. Thaddeus narrated the whole story of how he got the pack from a one Alex Muyomba to Iryn a few hours to her check in time. Its then that one thing led to another and eventually her being arrested and being locked up at Chiba Prefectural Police station.

The last one to speak was none other than 'Sabavulu' Balaam who was clad in his orange T-shirt. He started off by saying that a lot has been said here and there but one thing is for sure, no one has given us money apart from Iryn Namubiru's boss, Capt. John Kassami who owns Water Front Beach in Entebbe and Fusion Band.

The rest of the stories were just wolox. Balaam also affirmed to the fact that there was no fundraising of any sort regarding Iryn and should it be there, they will be notified accordingly. Meanwhile, Rev. Diana Nkesiga revealed her love for the artiste who sung Letter O saying that artistes should be very careful with the messages in their songs, how they dress let alone how they walk because they command a huge following.

The city sabavulu has rightly earned his name on the social scene as a local super promoter. He is on record for having not staged a show that flops with his latest being the Badilisha Concert.

Balaam Barugahara is Iryn Namubiru's promoter here in Uganda, However, his efforts in helping out the 'Begombeko' singer who is currently detained in Japan are being hampered after a fake facebook account was created to take advantage of Iryn's situation.

In a message exposing the scam account Balaam warns: "Hello Friends avoid posting on Balaam account with photo in an Orange t-shirt (like the one above), it's a fake account created by some unknown thug, my account starts with Balaam and it has no profile photo."

"This morning the fake Balaam posted collecting money for Iryn Namubiru . We are not collecting any money for Irene, I have paid all her first legal costs, so no need of fundraising now that the legal costs are fully covered."

Following the above post, the purpotedly fake account responded with this message: "I don't understand why someone would make a FALSE account, with <<No profile picture >> yet send out messages threatening me! Nzeno Tebanzanyisa especially when it comes to my fans.."

Balaam also told a member of the former Bad Black gal brigade, Rasheeda Masudi that the owner of the fake account had added him as a friend, so all are advised to be on the look out.

Local dance-hall singer Peter Miles Kanyike and Jamaican reggae star DeMarco real name Collin Demar Edwards have released a joint single dubbed 'Blessings'.

The duo fostered a good relationship in their first collabo. Ragga vocalist General Levy, and Jamaican stars' Wayne Wonder and Konshens have already communicated to Peter Miles saying that they are loving the Ghetto Youth Fi Di Ghetto Youth vibe.

The 'Blessings' video was premiered on the NTV Exposed show last Saturday. The 'Nice and Polite' singer has a song with Elephant Man. Meanwhile, DeMarco will be performing live on June 08, 2013 at the Carnivore Grounds in Kenya.

SOCIALIST Zari Hassan has thrown a lavish birthday party for her mom Halima Sultan Hassan sealing off a section at luxurious Serena Hotel in Kampala. The 32-year-old and her hubby Ivan Ssemwanga flew in from South Africa for the birthday event on Saturday (18May13) that saw a dozen close friends and family enjoy a constant flow of red wine and cake.

A source tells UgandaOnline.Net that the amount of champagne that went into the room was just enough to spoil Zari's friends and mom. Ivan was seen handing a present to his mother-in-law. Zari who went back yesterday could not hide her excitement after the birthday bash. "Had a great evening celebrating mom's Bday. Love her lots. Thanks."

What turned out to be surprising to many last Saturday was to see Doreen and Daniella standing side by side with no animosity in sight. The two were attending the marriage service for Esther Akankwasa that was being held at Kansanga Miracle Centre. Doreen was one of the maids.

Based on the killer pic that saw Jose wrap his hand around Doreen's bare bottom and whispering sweet nothings, Daniella was the last person that was to stand next to the video vixen cum model who was more than determined to have the music doctor. Now that the two were never seen together, all sorts of rumours have emerged as to why.

Doreen got wind of this and very quickly dashed to her wall with this posting: "Guys, u shd all learn to stand in whatever situation coz the truth always comes out. God never sleeps....Lights out, Prayers up!....the world's negativity makes any wise person stronger en more focused. Blessings to y'all," she concluded.

In her words Doreen seems to suggest that Daniella had no problem with that act as she is seen wearing a smile in the photo.

In fact those who missed out on the May 16 announcement of the rebranding news thought they had bought a different newspaper but on looking closely, they noticed it was the new Red Pepper that is competing directly with the old guards, New Vision and Monitor.

Analysts say the Red Pepper could have kept on doing what they do best now that they were having a dedicated following that had gotten used to their style.

Chances are the Red Pepper has given way to the Hello tabloid which is weekly and before we know it, the Hello tabloid also owned by Red Pepper Publications will be a daily assuming most of the roles that were being played by the former tabloid, Red Pepper.

A comparison between the new Red Pepper and the old one reveals that the language has changed so certain words won't feature in the new Red Pepper, adverts for gaining inches, breast and hips firming have all been dropped.

A letters section has been introduced in the new version of the Red Pepper.

City glamour gal Esther Akakwansa and her boo Nico Damminger exchanged their wedding vows yesterday (May 18) at Kansanga Miracle Centre in Kampala.

You could see more empty seats as the couple exchanged their vows before a handful of people who comprised more of the bridesmaids. The couple later treated guests to an afternoon reception that was held at Sheraton Hotel Kampala where the couple spent the first wedding night.

RnB singer Tonix and Club Venom's Gareth and Nickita were among the few guests who were invited for the wedding do that saw all tribes of booze flowing. Celebrity stylist, Ziper Atafo did Esther's makeup and all the other bridesmaids.

Nico appreciates the fact that the darker the berry the sweeter the juice. No wonder it took him less than five months from the time of their engagement this January to put a ring on it.

Esther and Nico were this morning spotted at the Sheraton lobby taking breakfast but you could clearly see that they were both knackered following the previous day's activities. Esther has had a go at literally everything. She joined the Obsessions group briefly before crossing to the Cyclone dancing and singing group.

The group collapsed. Esther then tried auditioning for BBA7 but didn't go through only to settle at her Beauty Line Saloon based in Kasanga where she eventually got married.

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The doctors at Nakasero Hospital are doing their best to see to it that the former local government Minister and veteran politician is out of danger.

Bebe Cool has told his fans to include him in their prayers: "Dad has had an accident but he will be ok, your prayers will help." Commenting on the condition of the party President, spokesperson of the PPP party simply said: "His life is in the hands of the doctors."

Model Doreen Kabareebe and former HB Toxic member Hellen Lukoma are among the bridesmaids. Esther's dream of dating a Mzungu has now turned into reality. It should be recalled that sometime back, Bad Black and Esther happened to be at Casablanca bar enjoying their lager before things turned ugly for Esther.

Bad Black threw a glass at Esther on suspicion that she was poaching on her man, David Greenhalgh. The bizzare mishap left her nursing a bloody cheek and chest. They later settled the matter out of court and Esther was given Shs5m in damages.

Nico has been doing badly with Esther not by his side at least as seen from these messages: "Yeah I breathe for you...yeah I burn for you... And yeah I live for you....! Loving you can't be wrong, even though You're not here, won't move on...when you find true love, it lives on....your face is like a Melodie...kuchi, kuchi...and it won't leave my Head...every time I close my eyes, it's a paradise...no one compares to you." are some of the messages Nico has been sharing with his love, Esther.

After the wedding, Esther will be joining Nico in Germany. Meanwhile, a few days back at Nawab restaurant, Nico, Esther and Esther's mom were busy having lunch together but Nico was so close to his mother-in-law as they took pictures. This could not be possible in most cultures here in Uganda.
       

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