NOLLYWOOD'S MERCY JOHNSON'S WEDDING

UGANDA'S SLUM SHOWBIZ'S PRESIDENT LAVISH WEDDING

Around 1000 guests were invited to the lavish Bobi, Barbie wedding  on Saturday, 27 August 2011.

Singer Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, wed Barbara Itungo at Rubaga Cathedral Kampala in a ceremony presided over by Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga. Their guests were treated to a luscious lunch in the sprawling Victoria Hall at the lakeside based Lake Victoria Serena Hotel.

From the guests that attended the party, it looks like the invitations were limited to the ‘who is who’ in society. A rough breakdown of guests included religious leaders, members of parliament, ministers, cultural leaders, prosperous businessmen, artistes (both in music and film), family, friends and well wishers and not forgetting city socialites.

Each of these categories of people were duly represented. Notable guests included the Nabagereka of Buganda Sylvia Nagginda, Prince Wasajja, Gilbert Bukenya, Godfrey Kirumira and his wife, Latif Sebbagala, Eria Lukwago, Ken Lukyamuzi, top artistes except Bebe Cool, Chameleone and his wife Daniella were present for mass but curiously absent at the reception, socialites led by Judith Heard among others.

Bobi’s wedding goes down in the books as the poshest celebrity wedding so far! We are comparing it with the fellow artistes Jose Chameleone’s, Ragga Dee and Silver Kyagulanyi who also had lavish weddings.

CHAMELEON AND BEBE COOL AT WAR AGAIN

The War between Uganda's music heavyweights Jose Chameleon and Bebe Cool seems to have resurrected again. Recently, Bebe posted status about his war with Chameleon ' beI cannot believe JOSE CHAMELEON entered rouge & started fighting me his maker after all i have done for this chap now i accept a lost chap is a lost chap,i will never protect CHAMELEON again am not suprised he's fighting me coz he needs the front page more than anybody.ma advise to u Chameleon sing music coz i've got alot in stock watch yo skin.

Eric Wainaina to headline Africa Unites with Dube’s daughter

Afro fusion star Eric Wainaina has been selected to headline the upcoming Africa Unites live concert in Johannesburg. Nigerian Asa and Legendary Lucky Dube’s daughter, Nkulee will join Eric on stage in a concert slotted for September 9. Eric will showcase the best of his hits from his album Sawa Sawa like Twende, Twende a collaboration with Zimbabwean musician, Oliver Mtukudzi among others.
Nkulee is the daughter of Africa’s late, great reggae master, Lucky Dube – but she’s not letting the pressure of following in her father’s gigantic footsteps put her off from fulfilling the musical promise she’s shown since a young age. Signed to Native Rhythms, Nkulee’s album My Way is earning this young artist a devoted following for her fusion of ethno-soul, jazz and ethno-reggae.
Asa will be heading to South Africa after performing at Back2Black, an African roots, music and cultural heritage festival that takes place annually in Brazil. Following her Africa Unites show, this in-demand live performer heads for several dates in Japan. Over the past few years, Lagos-born Asa has gained increasing popularity for her eclectic fusion of pop, R&B, reggae, funk, soul and world music – best heard on her self-titled debut album (featuring the hits “Jailer” and “Fire In The Mountain”) and the follow-up Beautiful Imperfection. The 2011 Joburg Arts Alive International Festival is a project of the City of Joburg, and is produced by Zanusi Brand Solutions.

COMEDIANS ARRIVE IN NAIROBI FOR COMEDY FESTIVAL

Klint the Drunk and Tshepo Mogale jetted into the country in preparation for the Nite of a Thousand Laughs.
The comedians, joined by Kenyan comedian Eric Omondi and the producer behind the show, Opa Williams, the trio promised a night of laughs and rib crackers as they chatted with the press. The atmosphere was jovial as they answered each question with a smart and witty answer.
Speaking to the press, Opa Williams explained that the show aims to go Pan-African, with a challenge and a cause: to bring change and joy to Africa, and to unite Africa.
The event will be held at Bomas Of Kenya from 7:00pm, on Saturday, August 27 2011. Tickets are already on sale at different outlets, and online.

KENYANS SHINE IN Forbes 20 Youngest Power Women In Africa List

Four Kenyans make it to the 20 Youngest Powerful women in Africa.Forbes Magazine/Forbes Online Contributor, Mfonobong Nsehe has compiled a list of the 20 Youngest Power Women In Africa. According to Mfonobong,

“Of course, this is by no means an official or an exhaustive list. But these are 20 women, all under age 45, who wield enormous influence in African business, technology, policy and media. They are change makers, trendsetters, visionaries and thinkers, builders, and young global leaders. They are at the vanguard of Africa’s imminent socio-economic revolution and its contemporary renaissance.”

The List

• Ory Okolloh – Kenyan. Founder, Ushahidi
• Chimamanda Adichie – Nigerian. Writer
• Yolanda Cuba – South African. Corporate Executive
• Ndidi Nwuneli – Nigerian. Social Entrepreneur
• Dambisa Moyo – Zambian. Economist
• Khanyi Dhlomo – South African. Media Mogul
• Phuti Malabie – South African. CEO, Shanduka Group
• Funmi Iyanda – Nigerian. Journalist & Broadcaster
• Isis Nyongo – Kenyan. Managing Director, InMobi Africa
• Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu – Ethiopian. Entrepreneur
• Elsie Kanza – Tanzania. Economic Advisor To Tanzania’s President
• Saran Kaba Jones – Liberian. Founder, Face Africa
• Julie Gichuru – Kenyan. Journalist & Broadcaster
• Lisa Kropman – South African, Entrepreneur
• Stella Kilonzo – Kenyan. Chief Executive, Capital Markets Authority, Kenya
• Magatte Wade – Senegal. Entrepreneur
• Jonitha Gugu Msibi – South Africa. Senior Partner, Ernst & Young
• June Arunga – Kenyan. Entrepreneur
• Juliet Ehimuan – Nigerian. Google country manager, Nigeria
• Olga Kimani-Arara – Kenyan. Google Country Manager, Kenya

NBA ORLANDO MAGIC'S DWIGHT HOWARD IN TANZANIA

The NBA star was in Tanzania and manged to meet the country's head of state Jakaya Kikwete

COMEDIAN BASKETMOUTH ADDS ANOTHER TODDLER

Popular comedian Basketmouth of the 'two things involved' fame is a father again. Elsie Uzoma Okpocha, the beautiful wife of comedian Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth, gave birth to a baby girl in the US. And the comedian is said to have spent a collosal amount of money to have his wife deliver in America. She gave birth on August 5th, 2011 and the couple's new bundle of joy have already been named Janelle. Bright and Elsie, who got married in Nov 2010, already have a son named Jason. Big congrats to them.

KENYAN DESIGNER SHOWCASES IN LFW

Kenyan model now turned designer Michelle Njeri Cuthbert was one of the designers whose designs were showcased at the first installment of the Africa Fashion Week London. The event went down on August 5 and 6 at the Bishops Hall in the east end of London. The groundbreaking event was organized by the CEO/Founder Ronke Ademiluyi and partners to showcase international designers using African prints, textiles and fabrics from most African countries like never before in the UK. The two day event witnessed up to 50 designers from all over the world showcasing their collections on the runway and Factory78 TV was on hand to bring you some of the highlights.