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Ugandan Singer Daudi Mugema Passes On in Gulu Hotel
The Ugandan music industry has been hit by heartbreaking news this Tuesday morning following the sudden death of veteran Kadongo Kamu singer Daudi Mugema.
He reportedly breathed his last on Monday night while staying at a hotel in Gulu, Northern Uganda.
Famous for his moving gospel anthem “Katonda W’abanaku” (God of the Poor), Mugema’s music touched the hearts of many with its spiritual depth and raw emotion.
His passing comes as a shock to fans and fellow musicians, especially since he was in Gulu for a scheduled meeting with Gen. Salim Saleh.
While official details about the cause of his death remain unclear, sources close to the singer revealed that he had been battling a complicated health condition.
Earlier this year, Mugema was admitted to Mulago Hospital with severely swollen legs, which doctors initially linked to cancer. However, after seeking further medical opinion from three hospitals in Istanbul, Turkey, the results contradicted the initial diagnosis.
Throughout his health struggle, Mugema received generous support from several public figures and well-wishers. Notably, Gen. Salim Saleh reportedly gave him financial assistance to pursue treatment abroad. Others who rallied behind him included Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago, fellow musicians like Eddy Kenzo, Mesach Semakula, David Lutalo, and cultural figures such as Maama Fiina.
His death leaves a gap in Uganda’s music scene, where his voice carried hope for the struggling and inspiration for his fans. Fans and colleagues alike have begun sharing tributes, remembering him not just for his music, but for the courage he showed during his final battle.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.