There’s drama brewing in the UK’s Ugandan entertainment circles—and it’s not the kind that unfolds on stage.
Two of the community’s most talked-about event promoters, Joseph Kiggundu of Jose Jobs Link Group and Richmond of Richmondz Promoz, have found themselves locked in an unexpected feud, all thanks to overlapping concert dates involving two of Uganda’s biggest musical icons: Bobi Wine and the legendary Afrigo Band.
It all started with excitement. Jobs Link had planned what was to be a landmark event—the first-ever UG Festival—scheduled for July 25, 2025, at Modern Park in London. The lineup was nothing short of stellar, with Bobi Wine as the headline act, alongside Nubian Li, Lord Fred Sebatta, Harriet Sanyu, Acidic Vokoz, Betty Mpologoma, Jowy Landa, and other beloved Ugandan performers.
But then, things fell apart. The festival was abruptly cancelled, leaving fans disappointed—and promoters scrambling.
Rather than accept defeat, Jobs Link swiftly announced a new show date: September 6, 2025. Bobi Wine was still the star attraction. But this new date raised eyebrows—because just two weeks later, on September 20, Richmondz Promoz had already scheduled a major celebration of Afrigo Band’s 50-year legacy at the Royal Regency Banquet Hall. That show also promises big names like Winnie Nwagi, Eddie Yawe, and Titus Vybes.
What might look like coincidence to the public has been interpreted by insiders as a strategic, if aggressive, move by Jobs Link. After all, Bobi Wine isn’t just a musician—he’s a political and cultural icon for many Ugandans abroad. His presence often turns a regular concert into a movement. And with many of his UK-based fans being the same people likely to support Richmond’s Afrigo event, the concern is clear: will they spend again just 13 days later?
Behind the scenes, the tension is real. Richmond is reportedly weighing whether to stick to the original plan or reschedule the Afrigo anniversary show. Meanwhile, many in the promoters’ circle are worried that this rivalry might divide what was once a collaborative and supportive community.
“This wasn’t just about music,” a source close to the situation shared. “There used to be unity among Ugandan promoters here. But now, there’s real bad blood.”
As for the fans, they’re caught in the middle—torn between two powerful cultural forces: the timeless groove of Afrigo Band and the revolutionary energy of Bobi Wine.
One thing is certain September in London will be anything but quiet.
