Nyege Nyege Festival marked its 10th anniversary with a four-day celebration at Kalagala Falls, drawing thousands of music lovers from across Uganda and beyond.
Each day brought its own unique energy, but together, the festival embodied a shared joy along the banks of the Nile, where the Spirit of Uganda flowed as freely as the river itself.
This year’s festival also celebrated a double milestone: Uganda Waragi’s 60th anniversary. The iconic local spirit was a cornerstone of the festivities, connecting generations of fans. Longtime loyalists enjoyed the classic Premium Uganda Waragi, while a new wave of festival-goers discovered the refreshing Lemon and Ginger variant, perfectly paired with rolex and grilled meat combos available across the festival grounds.
Hilda Aguti, Marketing Manager of Mainstream Spirits at Uganda Breweries, shared in the excitement:
“For 60 years as Uganda Waragi and 10 years as Nyege Nyege, we have been bringing people together to celebrate our culture, our music, and our distinct flavor. It’s a pleasure to be here today, toasting to the past, present, and future of all things truly Ugandan.”
The festival’s musical journey reflected this blend of tradition and modernity. On Day 3, the Main Stage featured a mix of new-school acts like Tai Dai and DJ Bugy alongside veteran mixers Silverback DJs. The crowd went wild for Joshua Baraka, who later surprised fans as his DJ alter ego, Carlos Lopez, on the Ubuntu Stage, already alive with Zonke Africa’s mix mastery. Meanwhile, the Hakuna Kulala area, with its sandy floor, offered a playful and immersive space for festival-goers.
As night fell, Otim Alpha fused EDM with traditional Northern Uganda Luo beats, setting the stage for the headline act, Skrillex, who electrified the audience with a high-energy performance of lights and bass.
The festivities continued into the early morning, with local legend Suuna Ben delivering an EDM spin on his signature kinyanyanyanya sound to an ecstatic crowd, branches raised high in celebration.
Uganda Breweries also ensured responsible fun, operating a hydration zone with free water, trivia, board games, and karaoke—helping revellers maintain energy through long nights of music and dancing.
