Ghanaian gospel artiste and executive producer Da Prince Gh recently joined Zimbabwean businessman Robert Mugabe Jnr. and other African dignitaries to celebrate the 82nd birthday of Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The colourful celebration, dubbed the “Mzee @82 Legacy Gala”, was held at the Kololo Ceremonial Centre in Kampala on September 19, 2026. The event was part of a month-long celebration of President Museveni’s life and leadership.
The ceremony highlighted areas associated with President Museveni’s leadership, including security and regional stability, Pan-Africanism, economic and infrastructural development, and youth empowerment. The event was organised by GenZ for Gen7, a youth wing of the Ugandan government, and was attended by several prominent personalities. Da Prince Gh, known in private life as Apostle Solomon Leonard Baidoo, travelled from Ghana to attend the event, which brought together diplomats, investors, entrepreneurs and representatives of organisations from across Africa.
Uganda’s Vice President, Jessica Rose Epel Alupo, who represented President Museveni at the ceremony, was among those present. She took particular interest in Da Prince Gh and Robert Mugabe Jnr., with the latter emerging as one of the major attractions of the event. The Vice President's presence underscored the significance of the celebration and the esteem in which President Museveni is held.
Speaking about his participation, Da Prince Gh described the invitation as a great honour and an opportunity to celebrate what he described as a strong Pan-Africanist leader. He likened President Museveni to the late Dr Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana, who had greatly transformed his country and made an impact on the African continent. Da Prince Gh's comments reflected his admiration for President Museveni's leadership and vision.
Da Prince Gh also used the occasion to reflect on his own contribution to African music and his collaborations over the years. In 2014, he featured the late Ghanaian musician Castro Under Fire on “Aforebor”, a song from his 12-track East to West album. He later released his 17-track Amazing album in 2022, with both projects available on major digital music and streaming platforms.
Da Prince Gh's participation in the Kampala celebration adds to his activities as an artiste and faith leader seeking to connect his music, ministry and Pan-African outlook with audiences beyond Ghana. His involvement in the celebration demonstrates his commitment to promoting African unity and solidarity. The event provided a platform for Da Prince Gh to engage with other African leaders and stakeholders.
The “Mzee @82 Legacy Gala” was a significant event that brought together African leaders and stakeholders to celebrate President Museveni's life and leadership. Da Prince Gh's presence at the event underscores his growing influence as a gospel artiste and his commitment to promoting Pan-Africanism. The celebration was a testament to President Museveni's enduring legacy and impact on the African continent.
Key points
- Da Prince Gh joins Robert Mugabe Jnr. and other African dignitaries to celebrate Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's 82nd birthday.
- The celebration highlighted President Museveni's leadership and legacy, including security, regional stability, Pan-Africanism, economic development, and youth empowerment.
- Da Prince Gh's participation in the event reflects his commitment to promoting African unity and solidarity through his music and ministry.
