Moses Matovu, a renowned Ugandan musician and member of the Afrigo Band, has died at the age of 77. According to reports, Matovu was killed in an altercation over a woman in the early hours of September 24, 2026, in Kibuli, Kampala. The incident occurred when Matovu intervened in a dispute between a woman, identified as Rose Tumusiime, and her boyfriend.
Eyewitnesses report that Matovu had accompanied Rose to her home in Kibuli when her boyfriend, who was reportedly in a Land Rover with the registration number UAR 982H, arrived at the scene. The boyfriend allegedly got out of the vehicle and started a fight with Matovu over Rose. The situation escalated, and Matovu was hit on the head with a blunt object, causing him to fall to the ground.
The police have launched an investigation into the incident, and several people have been arrested in connection with Matovu's death. According to Racheal Kawala, a police spokesperson, the investigations are ongoing, and more details are expected to be revealed. The police have also arrested a bodaboda rider, Diego Paul, who transported Matovu to Kibuli hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Matovu's death has sent shockwaves through the Ugandan music industry, with many of his colleagues and fans mourning his loss. The incident has also sparked a heated debate about the increasing levels of violence and crime in the country. The police have urged the public to remain calm and to provide any information that may help in the investigations.
The motive behind the altercation is believed to have been sparked by a dispute over Rose, who was reportedly in a relationship with the boyfriend. However, the exact circumstances surrounding the incident are still unclear. The police have stated that they are working to establish the facts and to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Moses Matovu was a well-known figure in the Ugandan music scene, and his death has been met with widespread condolences. The Afrigo Band, which he was a part of, has been a prominent part of Ugandan music for many years. Matovu's legacy is expected to be remembered for years to come.
The incident has also raised concerns about the safety of musicians and artists in Uganda. The police have assured the public that they are doing everything in their power to investigate the incident and to bring those responsible to justice. An inquest into Matovu's death is expected to be conducted to establish the exact circumstances surrounding his death.
Key points
- Moses Matovu, a member of Afrigo Band, was killed in an altercation over a woman in Kibuli, Kampala.
- The police have launched an investigation into the incident, and several people have been arrested in connection with Matovu's death.
- Matovu's death has sent shockwaves through the Ugandan music industry, with many of his colleagues and fans mourning his loss.
