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We are seeking an experienced Account Executive to join as a founding member of the sales team for our new Advertising Solutions (Quests) business line. This role is perfect for someone passionate about the gaming industry and eager to help companies in this space market to their most dedicated audiences. This is a global role where you will work in a dynamic, zero-to-one environment to build and grow a new, fast-expanding business line at Discord. You will harness your prior experience in advertising/media/marketing spaces and bring a combination of strategic business thinking, industry relationships, product insights, and an ability to build a significant, recurring book of business with clients. What you’ll be doing: Identify and address clients’ marketing needs. Develop tailored solutions and proposals that deliver value against those needs. In order to hit revenue and account goals, you will: Prospect and source media buying opportunities with CPG, Consumer Electronics, QSR...

Talent Infusion, a division of Blavity Inc. seeks a highly motivated Business Development Representative to join our growing team and help us drive our subscription based SAAS product forward. This position is an outbound role, meaning you are responsible for finding, contacting, and converting leads through your own efforts. The Business Development Representative will play a critical role in lead generation and new relationship building for our product. The efforts of the Business Development Representative will help us to expand our reach and attract new customers who are seeking the best diverse candidates in the market. This position will report into and have direct oversight from the Talent Infusion Senior Sales Manager. Responsibilities: Conduct research to identify potential clients within target industries who are in need of our hiring solution Manage, develop and maintain a sales pipeline in order to achieve quarterly sales goals and track progress against these goals G...

Kira Municipality MP hopeful and Businessman, Mr. Jimmy Lukwago aka Kira Young has a donated a cow to Wakiso Youth ahead of football tournament cup this Sunday. The youth champions who promote healthy sensitization through a football tournament spearheaded by Ms Namutyaba Sylvia is concluding this Sunday. Ms Namutyaba together with other youth leaders today received a cow from Mr. Lukwago Jimmy, also known as Kira Young, the former NUP flag bearer of Kira Municipality who is set to contest again in 2026. The cow is an award to the young people who responded to the call dubbed #HealthPeopleForNewUganda. The final due this Sunday in Wakiso is part of campaigns aimed at fighting HIV in the country. Ms Namutyaba Sylvia who is among the organizers is set to contest for Wakiso District Woman MP seat come 2026 on the National Unity Platform (NUP) party ticket. The post Jimmy Lukwago donates a cow to Wakiso Youth first appeared on Showbizuganda . from Showbizuganda https://ift.tt/...

Gen. Salim Saleh has instructed musicians, promoters, and all creatives to refrain from visiting his residence in Gulu. The General, who serves as the coordinator for Operation Wealth Creation, penned a note on a piece of paper conveying this instruction. It was directed to the president of the Uganda National Musicians Federation, who is also the presidential advisor on the creative sector. Gen. Saleh requested Kenzo to manage all those who had begun to gather at his home for the Christmas celebrations. He mentioned that these individuals are disrupting his work in the area. “Presidential Advisor @creatives and President Uganda National Musicians Association. Please handle the musicians who are flocking to Gulu for Xmas festivities shows. They are interfering with my work in Northern Uganda,” Gen Salim’s note read. Gen. Salim Saleh has been a notable presence in the entertainment scene for many years, and some artists, including Bebe Cool, Dr. Jose Chameleone, and even Bobi Win...

Accra, Ghana Rising star Kay Bryn is set to make waves with the release of his highly anticipated debut album, “Far From Original” out today worldwide! This project promises to be a bold statement of his unique sound and lyrical prowess. Stream/Download on preferred platform  HERE! The album, which carries a Parental Advisory warning for explicit content, is a reflection of the highs, lows, and raw realities of life, crafted with diverse sonic influences. Tracklist & Production Team: https://youtube.com/shorts/ ltOwv4PgdFg?si=RfY0fm- KiEJ8gokv “Far From Original” showcases a dynamic lineup of 11 tracks, each offering a fresh perspective on modern Afrobeat, hip-hop, and highlife sounds. Kay Bryn collaborates with some of the most innovative producers in the industry to bring this vision to life: 1. Casanova – Produced by PP Blaq 2. Fresh Boy – Produced by PP Blaq 3. The Hustle – Produced by Swit 4. Maria – Produced by Ace Pizzi 5. Far From Original – Produced by PP ...

Uganda Airlines has launched the Flight Path Sustainability Project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at reducing bird strikes and promoting environmental sustainability around Entebbe International Airport. The project, which aligns with the airline’s mission of ensuring safety in the skies, seeks to mitigate the risk of bird strikes by implementing strategic waste management solutions. Bird strikes pose a significant challenge to global aviation, costing the industry an estimated $1.2 billion annually. Uganda Airlines CEO, Mrs. Jenifer Bamuturaki, emphasized the importance of addressing bird strikes, citing the airline’s own experience with 21 recorded incidents as of June 2024. “Today marks a significant milestone for Uganda Airlines as we launch the Flight Path Sustainability Project, reaffirming our commitment to aviation safety and environmental stewardship,” Bamuturaki said. Bamuturaki further noted that the project aims to reduce bird concentrations near Entebbe Internation...

Kampala: Centenary Bank, the largest commercial microfinance bank in Uganda recently partnered with the African Guarantee Fund to host the Green Finance Forum an event aimed at providing knowledge on awareness and opportunities in the green finance space . The forum brought together key sector players and industry partners for a round table discussion on how to make Green Financing more accessible. According to the International Centre for Industrial Transformation, green financing refers to loans that support environmentally friendly activities and offer sustainable solutions within the green supply chain. A key focus of the forum’s agenda was around exploring opportunities in green energy financing, particularly for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with emphasis on how businesses can benefit from this type of financing. David Birimumaso, the Acting Assistant Commissioner for Energy Efficiency and Conservation at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, urged Ugandans t...

We are a SaaS, Cloud-Based Managed File Transfer platform that enables organizations to securely transfer, share, and store files between users, teams, and organizations. Our app and API is primarily written in Ruby on Rails (though we built our own internal framework for APIs, not ActionController, and we don’t use Rails views at all). We have additional backend services written in Ruby, have built our own version of Resque, and heavily use things like Redis and Elasticsearch. We are looking for a seasoned Infrastructure Engineer with a strong background in building internal tools to join our team and help us build tools and features that will support scaling our already great app. World Class Pay and Benefits: Earn a “Bay Area” Salary from Anywhere in the United States. Our pay is competitive with the top software companies in the world, with generous base salary plus equity compensation. Big Company Benefits: You’ll get full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance coverage (plus 75% of ...

For years, Gillian Kiconco, a dedicated young woman from Rubanda District, dreamed of making a difference in Uganda’s agricultural sector . With a Diploma in Crop Production and a Bachelor’s in Crop Science, she had all the knowledge and passion but faced a harsh reality after graduation: there were no job opportunities. For four long years, she remained unemployed, wondering how to put her skills to use. In 2017, driven by the desire to secure her future, Gillian took a bold step and opened a farm supply store. She started small, selling fertilizers, herbicides, farm tools, and other essential agricultural products. But like many small business owners, she faced a significant hurdle of lack of sufficient capital. “At the time, I was a customer of another bank. While they gave me loans, the high interest rates were crippling,” Gillian recalls. “Every month, a huge chunk of my profits went into loan repayments, leaving me with barely enough to grow my business.” Everything changed ...

Ms 𝐑𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 who is set to contest for Mbale City Woman MP seat come 2026 is indeed a unique leader who stands out for her non-violent approach and preference for quiet reasoning . She is the true leader that Mbale has been yearning for. Her dedication to warning against the cycle of regrets in 𝐌𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 and empty promises that have left people yearning for service delivery is truly commendable. Rita Namuwenge is the leader, Mbale City has been lacking It’s time for the people of 𝐌𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 to make a wise decision and choose a leader who genuinely cares, rather than a politician driven by personal interests. Popularly known as 𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝐄𝐦𝐲𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐚, Rita has already won the hearts of the locals, who are eager to work tirelessly to ensure her success. While there may be some who continue to spread negativity and engage in personal attacks, their efforts will ultimately prove futile as 𝐑𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 team gains momentum. 𝐌𝐛𝐚...

Entrepreneur, socialite and Philanthropist, Ms Juliet Zawedde, has called on fashion lovers to turn up in big numbers for Joe Malaika Excessive Fashion show for Amputees. Posting on her social media platforms, Juliet Zawedde who doubles as founder of Juliet Zawedde Foundation and President of Convenient Homecare Services Inc and Transportation called on the public especially Ugandans living in America to support our own Joe Malaika. The fashion show is slated for December 8th 2024 from 7:30pm to 10pm at Sheraton Boston Hotel. “Please save the date and let us support one of our own, Joe Malaika on December 8th,” Juliet Zawedde posted. Juliet Zawedde has rallied for Joe Malaika Excessive Fashion show support Tickets for the show are available on  www.joemalaika.com King of fashion: Joe Malaika Millionaire Juliet Zawedde will grace the show alongside her daughter Abby. Watch the Space!!!! The post Juliet Zawedde rallied support for Joe Malaika Excessive Fashion show fi...

Johannesburg, South Africa : South African Gqom powerhouse Goldmax has teamed up with rising star Blacks Jnr to bring a new musical experience with the album “Play at Your Own Risk.” Featuring some of the country’s top artists, the album showcases collaborations with Young Stunna, T Man Express, Masterpiece, and LeeMckrazy, with the standout lead single “Ama Weekend” already making waves. Blacks Jnr is fast becoming a significant force in the Gqom scene, and his collaboration with Goldmax has proven to be a dynamic partnership. Their combined talents have led to a fresh, electrifying sound, and their chemistry is palpable in every track. This album also marks a notable crossover for Goldmax, venturing into the popular Amapiano genre—a bold and exciting shift just in time for the festive season. With this release, they’re set to keep dance floors packed across the nation. The fusion of Gqom’s raw intensity with the infectious rhythms of Amapiano is sure to deliver a fresh, high-energ...

Johannesburg, South Africa : South Africa’s exciting new duo, OK.Mulaa & Don Tella are making waves with their latest track “TODAY”, featuring none other than the legendary Mr JazziQ and rising star DJ Toxic Soul . This collaboration is part of their highly anticipated debut EP, Ego EP, which has already been generating buzz in the South African music scene. OK.Mulaa & Don Tella – hailing from Soweto, Orlando West – have quickly become known for their unique approach to the Amapiano genre, blending trap elements with the signature rhythm of Piano. Their distinctive style is marked by OK.Mulaa dominating the hooks and choruses, while Don Tella delivers fire with his sharp verses and signature “songtros” (a fusion of intros and outros). The duo’s musical versatility has already caught the attention of industry heavyweights, and this new collaboration with Mr JazziQ, one of the most influential figures in Amapiano, is further proof of their growing influence. With the backing of...