Guidelines

The Voice Game Guidelines

The Voice Game is Uganda's online singing competition, organized by TAIM AFRICA. It's a platform where talent meets strategy, offering singers an opportunity to showcase their skills, engage with a vibrant community, and win exciting prizes.

 

HOW TO JOIN

  1. Create an Account: Visit the Join Page and apply.

  2. Submit an Audition: Upload a one-minute audition video through the join page - showcasing your vocal abilities.

  3. Await Selection: If selected, you will be added to the season's singer's list and start receiving weekly song assignments to perform.

Note: An application fee is required.

 

GAME STRACTURE

  • Season Duration: Each season runs for 12 weeks.

  • Weekly Song Assignments: Every Sunday, five songs are released. These are referred to as "Numbers of the Week."

  • Number Selection:

    • Singers select a number, each linked to a specific song and questionnaire.

    • Selection is on a first-come, first-served basis.

    • Once a number is chosen, it's marked unavailable.

    • Singers have 48 hours to pick a number after receiving an alert.

  • Performance Submission:

    • After selecting a number, singers have 72 hours to record and submit their performance.

    • Late submissions are not accepted.

VOTING & JUDGING

  • Voting:

    • Conducted weekly on our website.

    • Each registered user can vote twice per week.

    • Audience votes contribute 35% to the final score.

  • Judging:

    • A panel of experts evaluates performances based on:

      • Vocal Strength & Control

      • Pitch Accuracy

      • Emotional Expression

      • Stage Presence & Confidence

      • Creativity & Uniqueness

      • Clarity & Diction

    • Judges' scores account for 65% of the total score.

  • Scoring Breakdown:

    • Public Votes: 35%

    • Judges' Scores: 65%

In case of a tie in votes, judges' scores will determine the winner.

REWARDS & RECOGNITION

  • Weekly Rewards:

    • Singer of the Week: The top-scoring singer based on judges' scores receives UGX 10,000.

    • Rewards are added to the singer's TAIM Wallet and can be withdrawn via Mobile Money or Bank Transfer.

  • Seasonal Grand Prize:

    • The singer with the highest cumulative votes over 12 weeks wins UGX 200,000.

    • If the winner has fewer than 200 total votes, they receive half the prize amount (UGX 100,000).

  • Monthly Voting Rewards:

    • Every 10 votes from the public equate to 1 TIP (TAIM AFRICA's digital currency), worth $0.80.

    • TIPs can be withdrawn at the end of each month from the singer's TAIM WAllet.

PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES

  • Recording:

    • Use landscape mode.

    • Ensure clear audio and video quality.

    • Record in a quiet environment to avoid background noise.

  • Content:

    • Only perform songs from the weekly list.

    • Follow the questionnaire provided with your song.

    • Creativity and originality are encouraged.

  • Submission:

    • Name your file as [Your Name] – [Song Title].

    • Submit via the provided email or submission portal before end of Thursday.

Note: Low-quality entries/performances may be rejected.

AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT

  • Public Engagement Questions:

    • Each song comes with a set of questions for a singer to answer - to engage the audience and encourage interaction.

  • SAVI Circle:

    • Participants are encouraged to join SAVI Circle, TAIM AFRICA's savings and investment community program focused on youth empowerment and development.

CONTACT & SUPPORT

Embark on your musical journey with The Voice Game. Showcase your talent, engage with a supportive community, and stand a chance to win exciting rewards. Let your voice be heard.