Police Arrest Woman as Manhunt Underway Over Moses Matovu’s Death

Police in Kabalagala have arrested a woman identified as Rose Tumusiime to assist with investigations into the death of veteran musician and Afrigo Band icon Moses Matovu. The arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding Matovu's death. According to police, Matovu was attacked by unknown assailants in Kibuli Market Zone B, Makindye Division, Kampala, at around 5:30 a.m.

The musician had reportedly visited his girlfriend’s residence, and as the two were leaving, they were allegedly confronted by a man believed to have previously been in a relationship with the same woman. During the confrontation, Matovu reportedly sustained serious injuries. He was rushed to Kibuli Hospital by a boda boda rider but later succumbed to his injuries. The police have not released further details about the nature of Matovu's injuries.

Racheal Kawala, the Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson, said the male suspect has been identified but fled the scene and is being pursued. Kawala said investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding Matovu’s death and urged the public to remain calm as police continue with the inquiry. The police are working to determine the motive behind the attack.

Matovu, a veteran saxophonist and long-serving member and leader of Afrigo Band, was 77. His death has sent shockwaves through Uganda’s music industry, where he was regarded as one of the country’s most enduring musical figures. Matovu's contributions to Ugandan music spanned several decades, and he was widely respected by his peers and fans.

The police have arrested Rose Tumusiime, who is believed to have played a role in the events leading up to Matovu's death. The woman's relationship to the suspects and the victim is not clear. The police have not released further details about Tumusiime's involvement in the case.

The search for the male suspect is ongoing, with police urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to come forward. The police are working to piece together the events surrounding Matovu's death and to bring those responsible to justice. The investigation is ongoing, and the police have not released a timeline for its completion.

Moses Matovu's death has been met with an outpouring of tributes from the Ugandan music industry and beyond. The veteran musician will be remembered for his contributions to Ugandan music and his legacy as a saxophonist and bandleader.

Key points

• Police in Uganda have arrested a woman in connection with the death of veteran musician Moses Matovu.
• The police are searching for a male suspect who is alleged to have assaulted Matovu during a confrontation.
• Matovu's death has sent shockwaves through Uganda’s music industry, where he was regarded as one of the country’s most enduring musical figures.