Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has come out to deny reports that singer cum politician Bobi Wine who was arrested few days ago has been undergoing torture from the country's military.

In a statement, Museveni termed the reports as 'fake new' accusing the media and some security agencies of spreading it.

Below is the full statement.

Greetings. Some days have gone by while what President Trump calls "fake news" generators, especially the Monitor and their TV, the NTV, have been putting it out that our grandson, the indisciplined Bobi Wine, is gravelly ill, he cannot talk etc.

They were putting it out that because of their "rough" handling of the MPs while arresting them, the Security forces could have done grievous damage to Bobi Wine.

I decided to check with Army doctors because, being a disciplined Army, UPDF doctors always take precautions in such situations. Bobi Wine had already been seen by doctors in Arua, Gulu and Kampala. He has no head or chest injuries or bone fractures, they informed me.

The fake news generators and even some of the elements of the Security forces are concentrating on the stoning of the President's car. Please, that is not the most serious problem here. That President has the capacity, either alone or in company with his personal security, to defend himself, not only against stone throwers but against any attacker.

I have done that for the last 48 years. I defended myself against Amin's soldiers on the 22nd of January, 1973, in Mbale, against the Kenyan policeman Patrick Shaw in Nairobi in 1978, against Tabuley near Atiriri in 2003 etc etc.

The biggest problem is political leaders like Kassiano Wadri and Bobi Wine forming, or allowing indisciplined groups to be formed under the cover of elections, groups that form illegal processions in built-up and heavily populated areas, carrying stones, up-rooting side walk pavers to use as missiles, to attack defenceless women, children and other civilians.

So many women and children were similarly attacked in Jinja East, Bugiri Municipality and, now, Arua Municipality. The Police will produce detailed evidence in all those incidents. Women were raped in Jinja East and Arua Municipality. Verbal threats followed by actual attacks. This is what is called terrorism in my opinion.

All this is aimed at intimidating the majority NRM voters from turning up to vote so that the minority can win. This is on top of importing voters from other areas to vote in Jinja East, Bugiri Municipality, Arua Municipality etc. The evidence is overwhelming and it will be produced in court.

During the General Elections, it is not feasible for the opposition to use too much of these fascist tactics because voting is taking place everywhere and they are too few.

In Kampala, however, they have been doing it for a long time. Indeed, in Arua, Jinja East and Bugiri Municipality, they succeeded because the majority feared to turn up for voting. In Arua Municipality only 16,000 people out of 46,000 people turned out to vote!!

What does this mean for the pseudo-democrats of the so called "Civil Societies", by which they mean agents of foreign Governments? How can you call this democracy when People fear to turn out to vote?

We fought for the freedom of the people of Uganda to vote freely without threats by word or action. We shall defend that. We recently had LCI and Women Council elections per village in 54,713 villages out of the total of 60,774 villages in the whole of Uganda, by lining up behind candidates.

No cheating, no violence because the People were in charge, not the corrupt election officials, colluding with opportunistic and corrupt politicians to usurp the authority of the People by having individuals elected by cheating or intimidation against the wishes of the People.

Pseudo-democrats, be informed that the game of trying to hijack our democracy by fascists and foreign agents is over. We shall not tolerate any threats by words or by actions. Enough is enough. Media houses should also stand warned. Do your mandate: balanced reporting.

These last points: 
One. Throwing of stones, in close proximity in built up areas, is intention to kill. Remember, a policeman by the names of Ariong John Michael (Assistant Inspector of Police) was killed in Kampala near the Old Taxi Park by a stone thrown by those indisciplined people. How about the NRM supporters, ordinary people, who are made targets of those stones as happened in Arua, Bugiri etc?

Two. The indiscipline of some of these Opposition MPs was displayed in Parliament during the Age Limit debate. Instead, of arguments and logic, they attacked other MPs, threw chairs, up-rooted microphones etc. This was in Parliament with cameras and everybody watching. How about the negative results when they transfer that indiscipline to the streets and built up areas?

Three. Apart from the many injured, the property destroyed, the failure of 70% of the electorate in Arua turning up to vote because of fear of violence, the raping of women in Jinja East and Arua, we have already lost two young people, killed, in Bugiri and Arua, in the violence. The precipitaters of this will not be allowed anymore latitude of damage.

Anybody who is a friend of the young politicians like Bobi Wine should advise them that short cuts like cheating, importing voters, intimidating the voters of the other side, ballot stuffing etc will lead them and Uganda to doom. That is what the young politicians of independence thought and did and it led to disaster.

Even some of the NRM young politicians, I hear, try to emulate those evil practices of cheating. However, for them, they do not use violence. I will uproot those evils. A revolutionary politician is like a mulokole- no cheating, no lying. No killing prisoners. No mistreatment of prisoners. That is how we succeeded.

Yoweri Kaguta Museveni 
President.

Tanzanian singer Harmonize has released his latest video titled 'Atarudi'.

The video has been shot in Nigeria Nigeria and directed by Director Kenny under Zoom production.

You can watch it below.

Two journalists attached to the Nation Media group were today afternoon arrested by police for filming the construction of a hotel that is said to have encroached into the Indian Ocean in Shanzu.

The arrest of the two Karim Rajan of NTV and Laban Walloga of Daily Nation is said to have been supervised by a senior police officer from the Bamburi Police station where they were held for over 2 hours but finally released after intervention from different parties including human rights body Haki Africa.

According to a video shared online, the workers at the site are seen mishandling Karim while he tries to defend himself. They were in the company of their fellow journalist Winnie Atieno who managed to escape.

Several bodies including the media council of Kenya(MCK)  have since come out to condemn the arrest.

“We condemn the act because it is unacceptable to assault and arbitrary arrest someone without informing them their mistakes,” said MCK Deputy chief executive and programmes manager Victor Bwire.

A statement from Haki Africa reads "Haki Africa strongly condemns and is shocked by the alleged assault and detainment. Haki Africa wishes to categorically state that there is no private beach in Kenya"

Fast rising and emerging Kenyan female artiste debuts her latest single “Sinyamazi” a song she dedicates to all her female fans from across the divide going through difficulties in their daily hustle.

Speaking on the jam, Beryl says “Sinyamaz is particularly special to me as it speaks about my own struggles and how I have managed to overcome them, for me it’s something I am proud of. Looking forward to seeing my fans reactions and getting their feedback" 

Beryl whose vocal ability and stage presence has won her many fans in East Africa has been on a self-realization journey to better herself as an artist and is currently in the studio working on an album that will be released early next year.

Speaking on her comeback, Beryl says, “I want my music to change the society and impact the people positively, I want people to be inspired to reach their limits and explore their abilities to the maximum, I want to change the game with my music.”

Kenyan artist Nyashinski is back with 'Hello'.

The song is the 8th solo single from his Africa’s Rising album.

Known for his songwriting ability and great vocals, the former Kleptomaniax member  does not disappoint with his latest release.

Watch it below

Check out the songs that have made it to the top 10 Coast music chart courtesy of Pwani Fm.

10. NYOTA - SINA SUSUMILA
9. TOTO - SPIZZO K FORCE NDANNAH
8. ZAGADA - BROWN MAUZO
7. LEVEL - BEKABOY
6. NAMPENDA - SHEEPHARD
5.NJIWA - WILLY PAUL
4.BABY LOVE - OTILE BROWN
3. WATAISOMA - KELECHI AFRICANA
2. NYANGA - DAZLAH
1.SHAM SHAM – DULLY FTY NOTI FLOW
TRACKS IN WAITING
1. SAGA – BAWAZIR
2. KISAUNI – OHMS LAW 
3. UMENIBAMBA – JAFFARYZO
4. HABARI YA MJINI - SOSUUN

The #NRGRugbyTurnUp over the weekend lived to its hype with revellers getting the party hit they yearned for after a long week.

Saturday afternoon, fans thronged the RFUEA grounds for the Kenya Simbas VS Tunisia game for their occasional dose of a rugby fix with lots of traffic building up on Ngong road as they made their way to the grounds.

Raila Odinga and Nairobi Senator Johnson Sakaja were also in attendance to support the Simbas.

The party mood set in from the thrilling game which saw Simbas prance their way to a historic victory thrashing Tunisia 67-0 to get them a step closer to the 2019 Rugby World cup which will be held in Japan.

With chants and cheer, fans celebrated Kenya Sevens winger William "Lomu" Ambaka for his outstanding contribution together with his team rejoicing in pure Simba Style jubilation.

What better way to wrap up the game but with the ultimate party experience the #NRGRugbyTurnUp! The party outfit swang into full celebration gear with high adrenaline mixes from the famed social audio-visual radio stations’ DJs.

The futuristic set-up, lights, sound and effects set the right mood for the Turnt masses.

DJ Kace, Xclusive DJ and DJ Wesley rocked the crowd in to a party frenzy with a cocktail of the best music from various genres all partying to the high pump beats.

Electric performances from Nonini, Gabu and Frasha of P Unit and crowned the night with fans dancing away to the renowned local artistes’ jams.

The #NRGRugbyTurnup will definitely be the talk of party conversations for weeks to come as it certainly did not disappoint the high anticipation.

Look out for the next NRGTurnUp editions coming to city near you, Nakuru Kisumu…who knows.

After separating with her Mombasa based boyfriend Dazlah kiduche, Dubai-based Kenyan music promoter Liz Jahsoljia has now moved on and found new love in Tanzania.

Liz is said to be now in a relationship with Tanzanian artist Meda classic and they have been dating for sometime now.

Contacted by Ommy Dallah concerning her new relationship, Liz said "Yes its true and infact he is the man am looking forward to settling down with".

"One thing about me is that am always proud of my man and i never shy away from making him public" she added.

About her ex boyfriend Dazlah, Liz noted " Infact i had forgotten about him, its you who has just reminded me about him. I even dont know about his whereabouts".

The two separated in 2016 after Liz lost her mum, she accused Dazlah of deserting her at the hour of need, when she was grieving.

Tanzanian artist AY and wife Remy have been blessed with a baby boy who they've named Aviel meaning God is my father.

The two lovers got married early this year. Remy is of Rwandan heritage.

AY broke the news to his fans through his social media handles.

He posted " Mungu ni Mwema na namshkuru sana kwa kutubariki mimi na my beautiful wife Remy tarehe 12.08.2018 medical city healthcare Dallas - Texas tumepata mtoto wa kiume Aviel maana yake GOD IS MY FATHER ...3.9kgs & 27 inches ...Welcome to the world AVIEL YESSAYAH"