The Ben bags regional best song award in Uganda

The awards ceremony, held at Kampala Serena Hotel on Saturday, celebrated excellence in African music. The Ben’s hit single “True Love” earned him the prestigious accolade, beating out other major hits including Mbosso’s “Pawa”, Vestine & Dorcas’ “Yebo”, and Karole Kasita’s “Go”.

Meanwhile, Ugandan artist Joshua Baraka dominated the night, sweeping multiple awards including Africa’s Number One, East Africa’s Best Artist, Best Male Artist, and Artist of the Year.

Ugandan singer Ava Peace also made a mark, taking home two awards, including Best Female Artist.

Other performers who lit up the stage included Khalifa Aganaga, MUN G, Happy Kyazze, Augustine Mukisa, Carol Komeza, Serena Bata, and Roden Y Kabako, thrilling the audience with their live performances.

{{Full List of Winners
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{{1. A Song of Change
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Wasomera Wa by Creamsite Junior School

{{2. Africa Best Act/Song
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My Darling by Chella

{{3. Africa Number One
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Joshua Baraka

{{4. East Africa Best Act/Song
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True Love by The Ben

{{5. East Africa Best Artist
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Joshua Baraka

{{6. Best Regional Song
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Katusabe by Quin Smile

{{7. Breakthrough Artist
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Ava Peace

{{8. Most Viral Song
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Kinawolovu by Nandor Love

{{9. Song of the Year
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See You Tonight by Omega 256 and Cindy Sanyu

{{10. Video of the Year
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Somebody by Sheebah Karungi

{{11. Best Male Artist
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Joshua Baraka

{{12. Best Female Artist
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Ava Peace

{{13. Artiste of the Year
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Joshua Baraka

{{14. The Lens of Greatness
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Allan Soja