A shocking incident occurred at the Smirnoff Halloween Fiesta held at Servite Hostel in Kyambogo University in Uganda on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Etania, a Ugandan DJ, was performing at the event when a male fan inappropriately touched her on the buttocks. The incident was captured on video and shared by Etania on Snapchat, sparking widespread outrage. The video shows the fan touching Etania without her consent while she was in the middle of her performance.
According to eyewitnesses, the fan first touched Etania on the buttocks without her permission, and she initially seemed to ignore the incident. However, when the fan touched her again while she was bent over dancing, Etania lost her temper. She stopped performing, turned around, and glared at the fan before hitting him on the arm. The incident highlighted the issue of bodily autonomy and respect for performers in Uganda's entertainment industry.
Etania took to Snapchat to express her disappointment and frustration with the fan's behavior. She described the incident as "disrespectful" and urged parents to educate their children, especially boys, on the importance of respecting others' bodies. Etania's message emphasized that such behavior is unacceptable and should not be tolerated. The incident sparked a heated debate on social media, with many condemning the fan's actions and praising Etania for standing up for herself.
The Smirnoff Halloween Fiesta was a highly anticipated event that brought together DJs and performers from across Uganda. Etania was one of the main performers, alongside other notable DJs such as 007, Ri Deejay, and Dreadlazer. The event was designed to provide entertainment and fun for attendees, but the incident with Etania overshadowed the festivities. The incident has reignited the conversation about the challenges faced by female performers in Uganda's entertainment industry.
Unfortunately, Etania is not the first female performer to experience such harassment. Other notable Ugandan musicians, including Vinka, Winnie Nwagi, and Sheebah, have also reported similar incidents. In 2021, Vinka made headlines after she hit a fan who inappropriately touched her during a performance in Juba, South Sudan. The incident sparked a national conversation about the need for greater respect and boundaries in the entertainment industry.
Winnie Nwagi, another prominent Ugandan musician, has also spoken out about the issue. In 2023, she stopped performing at an event in Masindi after a fan touched her inappropriately. She confronted the fan and told him to respect her personal space. The incident highlighted the need for greater awareness and education about consent and boundaries in Uganda's entertainment industry.
The incident involving Etania has sparked a renewed call for greater respect and awareness about bodily autonomy in Uganda's entertainment industry. Many have praised Etania for standing up for herself and advocating for greater respect for performers. The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by female performers in Uganda and the need for greater support and protection for those in the entertainment industry.
Key points
- Etania, a Ugandan DJ, hit a male fan at a Halloween party in Uganda after he inappropriately touched her twice while she was performing.
