The Minister of Works and Transport, Gen Katumba Edward Wamala, commended the initiative for its alignment with the government’s efforts to reduce road crashes by 50% by a certain year. “Despite our commitment to the UN, the number of accidents has been increasing over the years,” he stated.

SP Michael Kananura, the PRO of the Directorate of Traffic & Road Safety, confirmed the severity of the issue, reporting 1,719 fatalities and 4,250 injuries due to road crashes this year. He highlighted the alarming statistic of 20 riders and 12 passengers losing their lives in accidents within just one week. “While we have implemented enforcement measures, sensitization is crucial to effectively address this problem,” he said.

Njuki Emmanuel, our Head of Legal and Corporate Affairs, explained the company’s motivation for the campaign. “We aspire to create a future with safer roads, not only in Uganda but globally. We recognize the valuable service provided by boda bodas but also acknowledge the inherent risks associated with this mode of transportation,” he stated.

This is not the first time Nile Breweries has been involved in road safety initiatives. In 2022, the company conducted the Ondaba Road Safety campaign, which trained boda boda riders in first aid and safe riding practices.

“This year, we are focusing on enhancing the safety of both riders and passengers,” Njuki added. “We have already launched a campaign urging our consumers to avoid drinking and driving.”

Joseph Kigozi, the Deputy Group CEO of Next Media, emphasized the role of passengers in ensuring safe journeys. “Passengers have the power to influence riders’ behavior,” he stated. “It’s illogical to spend UGX 2,000 on a boda boda to save time only to incur a hospital bill of UGX 10,000,000.” He encouraged passengers to wear helmets and actively participate in their safety.

The #LinnyaStep campaign will run until the end of the year, with a particular focus on the upcoming festive season, a period known for increased accidents. Nile Breweries remains committed to driving positive behavioral changes within the community and encourages other stakeholders and businesses to join this important cause.

The theme of the workshop was “Partnerships for Impact: Measuring Our Water Stewardship Impact in Africa.” One of the key areas of discussion was the restoration of River Rwizi, a vital water source that has suffered from degradation. Our MD, Adu Rando, emphasized the importance of this partnership between WWF and AB InBev in restoring the Rwizi catchment area. He stressed the crucial role of water availability and quality for thriving communities.

To date, our interventions have yielded significant results in improving water quality and quantity, while also enhancing the socio-economic resilience of the affected communities. Some notable achievements include:

• Mapping and demarcating 270 hectares, with 18.3 hectares already restored along a 27km stretch of the Rwizi in Mbarara city.
• Developing and implementing micro-catchment management plans.
• Implementing soil and water conservation measures, such as native tree planting and monitoring water quality and quantity.
• Training 114 participants in scaling-up workshops and field activities.
• Creating alternative community livelihood opportunities, including beekeeping, cattle and goat rearing, craft making, and a revolving fund to reduce dependence on the river buffer.
• Mobilizing 1,076 households to adopt sustainable land management practices, such as trenches, to improve soil fertility, reduce soil erosion, and prevent river sedimentation.
• Installing nine rain harvesting systems, providing clean drinking water to 95 households.

We recognise that healthy ecosystems are essential for the long-term sustainability of our business. By working together with conservation organisations and local communities, we can make a significant contribution to preserving Africa’s natural heritage for generations to come.

Mr. Onapito’s association with Nile Breweries was long and distinguished. Prior to his appointment as Board Chair, he served as the Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs, where his keen
innovative mind and ethical guidance helped solidify the company’sstanding as a leader in Uganda’s business community. His expertise in legal and corporate governance provided a strong
foundation that NBL continues to build upon.

As Board Chair, Mr. Onapito’s leadership was instrumental in steering NBL through periods of both growth and challenge. His strategic insights, dedication to excellence, and commitment to
fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity have been central to our success. His passion for sustainability, social responsibility, and community empowerment will be part of his lasting legacy.

We are in close contact with his family and are offering our full support during this difficult period. Plans to honour Mr. Onapito’s life and contributions will be communicated in due course.
As we mourn this great loss, Nile Breweries remains committed to upholding the principles and values that Mr. Onapito so passionately advocated for. His legacy will continue to guide
our future steps as we honour his memory. Nile Breweries extends its deepest sympathies to his family,
friends, and colleagues.

May his soul rest in peace.

1.1 The rules set out in this document constitute the rules which will govern the Competition (“Competition Rules”).

1.2 Participation in the Competition by all entrants (“Participants”) constitutes acceptance of these Competition Rules.

2. Competition Period

This Competition will run from 12 August 2024 until 16 September or until the Promoter provides a public notice that the Competition has ended, whichever is earlier (“Competition Period”). Entries will only be accepted during the Competition Period.

3. Competition Entry Process

3.1 In order to enter the Competition, a Participant is required to do the following:

   3.1.1 Purchase a Castle Lite 6 pack or 12 pack of non-returnable bottles in order to stand a chance to win the main prize

    3.1.2 Purchase a maximum of 4 x 500ml Castle Lite cans to stand a chance to win the main prize

3.2 Participants must fill out an entry form with the prescribed details and include it in an entry box over the duration of the promotional period.

3.3 Entry is only valid through the prescribed mediums.

3.4 Participants can enter the Competition as many times during the Competition Period.

4. Description of Prize

4.1 The prize for this Competition is a set (x2) of NBA pre-season tickets in Abu Dhabi (the “Prize”) valued at R 22000

4.2 The prize also includes return flights and 3 nights stay in the UAE from the 3^rd October to the 7^th October.

4.3 No Prize, in whole or in part, can be transferred to any other person or exchanged for an alternate prize or for its cash value. A winner may not substitute him/herself with any other person.

4.4 The Promoter or its agent will contact the winning Participant telephonically to arrange delivery. The Prize will be delivered to the winning Participant by the Promoter subject to any regulations issued in terms of Section 27(2) of the Disaster Management Act, 2002 and related regulations (“Regulations”). Should the winning Participant not be able to receive the Prize due to the Regulations restrictions, the Prize will be delivered once these restrictions are lifted.

4.5 In the event that the Prize is not available despite the Promoter’s reasonable endeavours to procure the Prize, the Promoter reserves the right to substitute prizes of equal value.

5. Winner Selection and Notification

5.1 The winners will be selected by a random draw process. The draw will take place on or before 16 September 2024 and will consist of all valid entries received during the Competition Period.

5.2 The winners will be notified by the Promoter telephonically, where the winner will be required to verify their details following the end of the Competition Period. Such details include the Participant’s name, surname, contact number and place of delivery of Prize during the day. If the Promoter is unable to contact the winner, he/she will be disqualified and a substitute winner may at the discretion of the Promoter be selected, using the same winner selection process.

6. Winner Verification

6.1 Winning Participants selected will be verified as complying with the Participant eligibility criteria set out in clause 1.1 and be required to verify their address for delivery of prizes. 

6.2 The winning Participant must provide proof of address for the delivery of the Prize. The Prize will only be awarded after successful verification of the winners. Failing successful verification of any winners, a substitute winner may be selected at the discretion of the Promoter.

6.3 All winners must be over the age of 18 years old. Verification of age may be required prior to the awarding of any Prize.

6.4 The Promoter reserves the right to carry out audits in respect of any winners to verify their eligibility and/or the validity of the winners’ entries. The Promoter may disqualify any winners if any fraud or cheating or related activity is suspected, including without limitation, through the manipulation of entries or otherwise falsifying data. All entries, participants or travel partners determined by the Promoter or their agents to be invalid or ineligible will forfeit all rights to any Prize and will not be compensated in any way.

7. Prize Forfeiture

7.1 Winners must communicate their full details to the Promoter, or its agent as requested by the Promoter or its agent. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of the Prize.

7.2 If a winner is unable to attend, receive or utilise (as applicable) the Prize then the entire Prize shall be forfeited. There will be no compensation, in any form, including, but not limited to monetary compensation and/or rescheduling, to any party, irrespective of the reason/s for the inability of that winner to attend, receive or utilise (as applicable) the Prize.

7.3 Time permitting and subject to the Promoter’s approval, where a Prize is forfeited a substitute winner may be chosen in the same manner as the original winner was chosen.

8. General

8.1 All Participants must heed the Regulations and any non-compliance with the Regulations will result in automatic disqualification. 

8.2 No person may win more than one Prize in this Competition.

8.3 In the event of a dispute, the Promoter’s decision is final and binding and no correspondence will be entered into.

8.4 The timelines stated by the Promoter or its agent must be adhered to. Failing adherence to any timeline, at any stage, may result in disqualification and forfeiture of the Prize in its entirety with no compensation to any party by the Promoter.

8.5 The Promoter will not share any personal information with any third party except where such disclosure is necessary to enable the Promoter to provide, deliver or in any other way give effect to these Competition Rules and/or the Prize, where such disclosure is permitted by law and/or where consent to the Promoter sharing personal information is obtained from the winners. The Promoter will comply with the relevant data protection legislation, including the Protection of Personal Information Act 14 of 2013.

8.6 The Promoter may make media announcements or publish the names and/or photographs of the winners without remuneration being made payable to the winners, provided that any such person may expressly elect to decline this by written communication to the Promoter.

8.7 Should the Prize not be available despite the Promoter’s reasonable endeavours to procure the Prize, the Promoter reserves the right to substitute the Prize with another of equal value as determined in the Promoter’s sole discretion and subject to availability. No person will be compensated in any way in this instance by the Promoter.

8.8 The Promoter will not be responsible for any costs, expenses or other liabilities incurred by the winners which are not expressly contemplated as part of the Prize.

8.9 These Competition Rules may be amended by the Promoter on public notice at any time during the Competition Period or thereafter. These Competition Rules will be interpreted by the Promoter only.

8.10 The Promoter reserves the right to alter, amend or cancel this Competition in whole or in part. Any alterations, amendments or cancelations will be interpreted by the Promoter only. In the event of an alteration, amendment and/or cancellation the Promoter will not compensate any individual for any reason whatsoever.

8.11 All Participants and winners indemnify and hold harmless the Promoter, their respective associated companies (directors, officers and employees) and agents, against any and all claims for any loss or damages, whether direct, indirect, consequential or otherwise, arising from any cause whatsoever connected to or arising out of their participation in any way in this Competition or their receipt, participation, ownership and/or use of the Prize. This indemnity is not intended to exclude any liability for any person which cannot be excluded under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008.

8.12 The Promoter shall not be responsible for any lost, damaged, corrupted, delayed, incorrect or incomplete entries for any reason whatsoever. Proof of sending an entry will not be accepted as proof of receipt of such entry. The Promoters shall not be responsible for the failure of any technical element relating to this Competition that may result in an entry not being successfully submitted. The Promoter is not responsible for lost, damaged or delayed entries as a result of any network, computer or cell phone hardware or software failure of any kind. No applications from agents, third parties, organized groups or applications automatically generated by computer will be accepted. Entries will only be accepted if they comply with all entry instructions. Any form of network or systems manipulation including but not limited to Botnets, Sim Farms, Trojans, SMS malware may not be used when entering the Competition.

8.13 By participating in the Competition each Participant gives the Promoter consent to market its products and campaigns to the Participant, using the details provided by the Participant, which Participants may decline by opting out via the opt out mechanism provided on the communications.

8.14 These Competition Rules are also available on the Castle Lite Uganda, Botswana and Zambia Meta pages.

The program, a joint initiative by Nile Breweries Ltd, MTN Momo, and Ability Explored, aims to empower local businesses by equipping them with essential skills for growth and sustainability. Workshops held in Mbale and Soroti focused on customer experience, record-keeping, stock management, financial literacy, and the importance of selling quality products.

Our Head of Legal and Corporate Affairs, Emmanuel Njuki, emphasized the critical role of retailers in protecting consumers from harmful illicit alcohol. “Prioritizing customer safety by avoiding illicit alcohol is essential for long-term business success,” he said. “It’s easier to retain a loyal customer than to acquire a new one.”

Simon Peter Lemukol, owner of Bokora Inn in Moroto, expressed gratitude for the training, highlighting its impact on his business. “The knowledge gained has been invaluable,” he shared. “NBL’s support, including coolers, table mats, and the user-friendly Bees app, has been instrumental in our growth.”

As we wrap up this phase of in-person training, we’re excited to announce the next step: a digital rollout of our program. This will expand our reach and enable us to train even more retailers efficiently.

“We are renewing our commitment to responsible drinking,” said Emmanuel Njuki, our Head of Legal & Corporate Affairs. “As a responsible producer, we urge our consumers to practice moderation. Please do not drink and drive. Enjoy your beer responsibly; there’s no need to rush. Importantly, pregnant women, individuals on medication, and underage persons should abstain from alcohol altogether.”

Adu Rando, our Managing Director, shared the company’s purpose: “We Dream Big to create a future with more Cheers. This is a future where alcohol is enjoyed responsibly. We are not interested in profits derived from harmful consumption. We are committed to supporting the government and society in fostering positive associations with beer. Remember, you don’t have to finish your drink today; there’s always tomorrow. N’enkya Lunaku.“

Popular musician Apass Bagonza, the official campaign ambassador, expressed his gratitude for being part of the initiative. “I want to thank NBL for involving me in this crucial campaign. It’s essential to educate people about responsible drinking. Unfortunately, some sellers prioritize profit over consumer health, but NBL is taking a stand. This is a fantastic campaign, and I’m proud to be involved,” he said before performing the official campaign jingle.

The “N’enkya Lunaku” campaign will run throughout the year, with its message integrated into various brand activations and promotions. Smart drinking encompasses knowing when to drink, what to drink, how to drink, and when to stop. Ultimately, it’s about maintaining complete control.

On 26 July 2024, Uganda will be among the 206 countries and territories participating in the 2024 Olympic Games which will attract over 15,000 athletes and be viewed by over 4 Billion people all over the world on different media platforms. NBL’s support will boost efforts to ready Uganda for Paris 2024 the Olympic Games in which Uganda expects to field 35 Athletes from the 5 sporting disciplines of Aquatics (Swimming), Athletics (Track & Field), Cycling (Road), Rugby 7s (yet to qualify), and Rowing. The last games Uganda participated in were the Tokyo 2020 Olympics where Uganda won 2 Gold Medals 1 Silver and 1 Bronze by Joshua Cheptegei, Peruth Chemutai, and Jacob Kiplimo.

The UOC is proud to associate with NBL and such support will greatly help athletes who are already in camp for training and at the same time, the sponsorship is focused on fan engagement such as watch parties where Ugandans will be able to watch the Games from the different selected locations across the country.

Team Uganda preparation efforts are complemented by the Government to participate in the Games from 26 July – 11 August 2024. However, the resources available have been boosted by the support of Nile Breweries. We would encourage more partners to support the general preparations of Team Uganda so that the athletes prepare well to represent the country with dignity.

1.1 This promotional competition (“Competition”) is run by the Nile Breweries Ltd (“Promoters”) and is open to all persons of 18 years or older and resident in Uganda, except for: (a) the directors, members, partners, agents, consultants or employees of the Promoter and their immediate families; (b) the directors, members, partners, agents, consultants or employees of any suppliers of any goods or services to the Promoter in respect of this Competition; (c) directors, members, partners, agents, consultants or employees of the Promoter’s advertising and promotion agencies or associated companies; and (d) participating outlet owners and staff.

1.2 The rules set out in this document constitute the rules which will govern the Competition (“Competition Rules”).

1.3 Participation in the Competition by an entrant (a “Participant”) constitutes acceptance of these Competition Rules by that Participant.

Competition Period

2.1 This Competition will run from June to August 2024, both dates inclusive, or until the Promoter provides a public notice that the Competition has ended, whichever is earlier (“Competition Period”). Entries will only be accepted during the Competition Period.

Competition Entry Process

3.1 To enter the Competition, a Participant must:

1. Purchase a bucket of NILE SPECIAL LAGER, 500ML (the “Qualifying Product”) at ANY OF THE PARTICIPATING OUTLETS (the “Participating Outlet”);
2. With every purchase of a bucket of the Qualifying Product the participant will get a coupon where they will be required to fill in the following details (i) name and surname; (ii) contact details and submit this coupon into a sealed coupon box.
3. With every entry in the NILE SPECIAL UNMATCHED IN GOLD PROMOTION DRAW the participant stands a chance to win instant prizes AND enter the bi-weekly draw to Win a Gold Coin. 

3.2 Participants are liable for the verification process, where applicable.

3.3 Entry is only valid through this medium and manner.

3.4 A Participant may enter the Competition as many times as he/she wishes.

Description of Prize

4.1 The prize for this Competition is AN INSTANT PRIZE OF A TSHIRT, BEER AND NILE SPECIAL GOLD COINS THE PRIZE (the “Prize”).

4.2 There is a total of 400 BRANDED TSHIRTS valued at approximately UGX 35,000 each; 200 CASES OF BEER valued at approximately UGX 58,500; 46 GOLD COINS each valued at approximately UGX 1,500,000 AND 3 GRAND GOLD COINS  each valued at approximately UGX 15,000,000 available to be won during the Competition Period.

4.3 A winner may not transfer a Prize, in whole or in part, to any other person BUT may exchange a Prize for its cash value through a credible NILE BREWRIES LTD approved Gold Dealer. A winner may not substitute him/herself with any other person.

4.4 Participants may win as many instant prizes; however, no person may win more than one Prize in this Competition.

Winner Selection and Notification

5.1 A winner will be selected by a random draw process which will be conducted and televised on a bi-weekly basis. The draw will take place on or before 12^th June 2024, 26^th June 2024, 10^th July 2024, 24^th July 2024, 7^th August 2024, 21^st August 2024, 4^th September 2024, 18^th September 2024, 2^nd October 2024 and will consist of all valid entries received before the specific draw date. 

5.2 A winner will be notified by the Promoter via a TELEVIZED BI-WEEKLY DRAW, FOLLOWED BY A TELEPHONE CALL, USING THE CONTACT DETAILS PROVIDED BY THE PARTICIPANT WITHIN 3 WORKING DAYS OF BEING ANNOUNCED. The winner is expected to collect the Prize from the Nile Breweries Ltd Head Office in Luzira. If the Promoter is unable to contact a winner, he/she will be disqualified and a substitute winner may at the discretion of the Promoter be selected, using the same winner selection process.

Winner Verification

6.1 A winner must be over the age of 18 years old and must comply with the Participant eligibility criteria set out in Competition Rule 1.1 and the requirements in these Competition Rules, which may be verified by or on behalf of the Promoter. A Participant may be asked to provide a copy of his/her legal and valid identity document/passport/driver’s license/proof of residential address/proof of purchase, if applicable, in order to be eligible to receive the Prize. The Promoter reserves the right to conduct the validation and verification process via automated means and/or any other means that the Promoter may deem necessary, and by participating in the Competition, all Participants consent to the appropriate validation and verification measures that the Promoter may implement from time to time.

6.2 A Prize will only be awarded by the Promoter and a Participant will only be regarded as a winner after the verification process set out in these Competition Rules has been completed to the satisfaction of the Promoter. Failing successful verification of a Participant, a substitute winner may be selected at the discretion of the Promoter.

6.3 The Promoter reserves the right to carry out audits in respect of a Participant to verify his/her eligibility and/or the validity of a Participant’s entry. After a Participant has been informed of certain Competition requirements by the Promoter or an individual, including (without limitation) those set out in Competition Rule 1.1 (a)-(d), the Promoter may disqualify a Participant if any fraud or cheating or related activity is suspected, including without limitation, through the manipulation of an entry or otherwise falsifying data. Should the Promoter or its agent determine that an entry or Participant is invalid or ineligible, the relevant Participant shall not be entitled to receive a Prize and will not be compensated in any way.

6.4 A Participant may win instant Prizes as many times as possible BUT will be ineligible to win, and automatically be excluded from winning a Gold coin if a Participant previously won a Gold Coin in the same Competition.

Prize Forfeiture

7.1 A winner must communicate his/her full details to the Promoter or its agent as requested by the Promoter or its agent. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of a Prize.

7.2 If a winner is unable to attend, receive or utilise (as applicable) a Prize then the entire Prize shall be forfeited. There will be no compensation, in any form, including, but not limited to monetary compensation and/or rescheduling, to any party, irrespective of the reason/s for the inability of that winner to attend, receive or utilise (as applicable) a Prize.

7.3 Time permitting and subject to the Promoter’s approval, where a Prize is forfeited a substitute winner may be chosen in the same manner as a original winner was chosen.

General

8.1 Should the process for entry into the Competition or the Prize/s involve any alcoholic beverage, Participants shall ensure that it is enjoyed responsibly.

8.2 To the extent that any intellectual property right/s arise as a result of or through the creation and/or submission by a Participant of content, including without limitation any pictures, videos, drawings or other creative works, to enter this Competition, such intellectual property right/s will vest in the Promoter and the Participant hereby waives any associated right/s. To the extent such rights have vested in a Participant, the Participant hereby cedes, assigns and transfers (by way of present and future cession, assignment and transfer) to Promoter such rights and undertakes to do such things, takes such steps and sign such documents as are necessary to give effect to such cession, assignment and transfer. Each Participant indemnifies and holds harmless the Promoter from and against any and all claims, actions, legal proceedings, losses, damages and expenses (including attorney’s fees and expenses) arising as a result of or in connection with any actual or alleged infringement of any intellectual property rights of a third party arising from entry in the Competition and/or the Promoter’s use of any content, including without limitation any pictures, videos, drawings or other creative works, created pursuant to the Participant’s entry in the Competition.

8.3 In the event of a dispute, the Promoter’s decision is final and binding and no correspondence will be entered into.

8.4 The timelines stated by the Promoter or its agent must be adhered to. Failing adherence to any timeline, at any stage, may result in disqualification and forfeiture of a Prize in its entirety with no compensation to any party by the Promoter.

8.5 Any customer complaints can be directed to Nile Special social media handles; X (formerly Twitter) @nilespecial, Instagram: @nilespecilaug, Facebook: Nile Special and these will be processed by the Nile Special digital community manager and shared with the responsible Nile Breweries personnel.

8.6 Each Participant, by participating in the Competition, acknowledges, agrees, and expressly consents to:

1. the Promoter processing the Participant’s personal information, including in the form of names, telephone numbers, identity numbers and/or email addresses, during and after the course and scope of the Competition; and
2. the Promoter transferring the winning Participant’s personal information, including names, telephone numbers, identity numbers and/or email addresses, to the relevant third parties in order to make any required travel, delivery or other arrangements, as may be applicable, during the course and scope of the Competition for utilisation of a Prize,

which processing and transfer shall take place in accordance with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act 14 of 2013 (“POPIA”) and any other applicable law, and for the purpose of giving effect to the Competition.

8.7 With the exception of Competition Rule 8.6 above, the Promoter will not share any personal information with any third party except where such disclosure is necessary to enable the Promoter to provide, deliver or in any other way give effect to these Competition Rules and/or a Prize, where such disclosure is permitted by law and/or where consent to sharing personal information is obtained from the relevant Participant by the Promoter. The Promoter will comply with the relevant data protection legislation, including POPIA.

8.8 A Participant may submit a request to Nile Special social media handles; X (formerly Twitter) @nilespecial, Instagram: @nilespecilaug, Facebook: Nile Special for the Promoter to:

1. correct or delete personal information about the Participant in the Promoter’s possession or under its control that is inaccurate, irrelevant, excessive, out of date, incomplete, misleading, or obtained unlawfully; or
2. destroy or delete a record of personal information about the Participant that the Promoter is no longer authorised to retain.

8.9 The Promoter may make media announcements containing, or otherwise publish, the names and/or photographs of a winner without remuneration being payable to a winner, provided that the Promoter will not do so if a winner communicates in writing to the Promoter that he/she does not want his or her names or photographs to be contained in media announcements or otherwise published.

8.10 Should a Prize not be available despite the Promoter’s reasonable endeavours to procure a Prize, the Promoter reserves the right to substitute a Prize with another of equal value as determined in the Promoter’s sole discretion and subject to availability. No person will be entitled to be compensated in any way in this instance by the Promoter.

8.11 The Promoter will not be responsible for any costs, expenses or other liabilities incurred by a winner which are not expressly contemplated as part of a Prize.

8.12 These Competition Rules may be amended by the Promoter on public notice at any time during the Competition Period or thereafter. These Competition Rules will be interpreted by the Promoter only.

8.13 The Promoter reserves the right to alter, amend or cancel this Competition in whole or in part. Any alterations, amendments or cancelations will be interpreted by the Promoter only. In the event of an alteration, amendment and/or cancellation, the Promoter will not compensate any individual for any reason whatsoever.

8.14 Each Participant indemnifies and holds harmless the Promoter, its associated companies, and the directors, officers, employees and agents of the Promoter and its associated companies, against any and all claims for any loss or damages, whether direct, indirect, consequential or otherwise, arising from any cause whatsoever connected to or arising out of his/her participation in any way in this Competition or his/her receipt, participation, ownership and/or use of a Prize. This indemnity is not intended to exclude any liability for any person which cannot be excluded under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008.

8.15 The Promoter shall not be responsible for any lost, damaged, corrupted, delayed, incorrect or incomplete entries for any reason whatsoever. Proof of sending an entry will not be accepted as proof of receipt of such entry. The Promoter shall not be responsible for the failure of any technical element relating to this Competition that may result in an entry not being successfully submitted. The Promoter is not responsible for lost, damaged or delayed entries as a result of any network, computer or cell phone hardware or software failure of any kind. No entry from an agent, third party, organized group or entry automatically generated by computer will be valid or accepted. An entry will only be valid and accepted if it complies with all entry instructions and requirements. Any form of network or systems manipulation, including but not limited to Botnets, Sim Farms, Trojans, SMS malware may not be used when entering the Competition.

8.16 By participating in the Competition, each Participant gives the Promoter consent to: (i) market its products and campaigns to the Participant; (ii) conduct market research using personal information of the Participant which may be shared with third parties to enable the Promoter to develop appropriate marketing strategies in respect of its customers; and (iii) use the personal information and other details provided by the Participant during the Competition entry process for the purposes of facilitation of the Competition. A Participant may decline to provide or retract his/her consent by opting out via the opt out mechanism provided on the communications of the Promoter.

These Competition Rules are also available on Nile Breweries Ltd website https://www.nilebreweries.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nilespecial,     X:https://x.com/NileSpecial, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nilespecialug

The eventual winner of the Prize of the Jury 2024 will be announced during the Annual Awards Ceremony on June 1st, 2024.

“The jury experts of Monde Selection have just selected their annual “coup de Coeur” which deserves an exceptional recognition in its category. We have therefore the honour to inform you that your product “Nile Special Stout” has been selected within the shortlist of the five nominees for the Prize of the Jury in the category of Beers,” the statement from the Monde Selection awards organising committee read in part. 

Reacting to the nomination, the Nile Breweries Marketing Lead, Majok Amou, emphasised the company’s strategic focus on innovation and investment in the most relevant aspects of the brands such as quality. Specifically, Nile Special Stout has paid attention to its rich taste, savour, roasted aroma, and smooth flavour.

“The vision for this brand was clear from the onset. We wanted to make a truly Ugandan stout brewed from the finest ingredients; that’s roasted barley, using Ugandan craftsmanship to satisfy a Uganda taste. Our efforts have been globally recognised. The brand is a four-time Gold winner of the Monde Selection Awards. So, the Prize of the Jury nomination is a continuation of a journey to establish a truly Ugandan stout of international stature,” said Majok. 

The jury noted that the Nile Special Stout nomination reflects its outstanding all-round quality, specifically the taste, savour, composition, originality, and innovation. 

The nomination coincides with the recent launch of the new Nile Special Stout label, an innovation reflecting the brand’s Ugandan origins, consistent quality, resonance with its audience and growing international stature.

This investment will propel Yo-Waste’s expansion efforts and enhance its capacity to foster zero-waste communities in Uganda while contributing to one of the 100+ Accelerator’s defined challenges of creating a circular global economy.

Standing out for its innovative mobile app-driven solution, Yo-Waste will initiative a glass waste collection and recycling program from the Nile Breweries outlets and depots, thereby promoting circular packaging and reducing environmental impact of the waste.

During the inaugural ceremony held in Leuven, Belgium, Martin Tumusiime, Co-founder of Yo-Waste, emphasized that the funding will be allocated towards capacity building and venturing into the collection, packaging, and recycling of glass waste, thereby reducing its accumulation in landfills.

“Yo-Waste’s participation in the 100+ Accelerator marks a significant milestone in our journey toward making a lasting impact on waste management and environmental sustainability in Uganda,” Tumusiime noted.

The 100+ Accelerator, spearheaded by AB InBev, the parent company of NBL, in partnership with The Coca-Cola Company, Colgate-Palmolive, and Unilever, serves as an innovation platform aimed at propelling the growth of sustainability-focused startups. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this program provides its partners an opportunity to collaborate with startups to accelerate the world’s progress toward sustainable solutions, even as each company continues to strive for their independent sustainability goals.

Clare Asiimwe, Corporate Affairs Manager at NBL, highlighted that the 100+ Accelerator identifies and empowers startups addressing critical sustainability challenges encountered by major corporations.

“The 100+ Accelerator plays a pivotal role in fostering a more sustainable future. By backing innovative startups like Yo-Waste, the program accelerates progress towards waste reduction and a healthier environment,” noted Clare.

The competition sought applications from entrepreneurs across the world whose business ideas provide innovative solutions to eight challenge areas, including climate action, inclusive growth, smart agriculture, biodiversity, the circular economy, water stewardship, health, and wellness.

Cohort 5 attracted applications from over 1,000 start-ups globally, with 400 originating from Africa and 21% of those from Uganda. Previous winners with Sustainable Agriculture solutions in Uganda include Oko Finance, BanQu and AgriFriend.

“This win is a testament to the dedication of our team and the potential of our solution to drive positive change. With this opportunity, we are eager to broaden our efforts in addressing the challenge of glass waste,” said Tumusiime.