Pr Wilson Bugembe Fills Serena Hotel in Historic 20-Year Gospel Ministry Celebration

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Your music does not just entertain; it heals, unites, and inspires
Pastor Wilson Bugembe and a gospel Artist made history over the weekend as he packed the prestigious Serena Hotel for two consecutive days in celebration of his 20 years in gospel ministry and his 41st birthday. The highly anticipated event, which kicked off on Friday, August 8, 2025, was so massively subscribed that tickets and tables for the first day sold out a week in advance, prompting Bugembe to add a second day on Saturday, August 9, to accommodate the overwhelming demand. By evening on Saturday, Serena Hotel was once again filled to capacity, with no tickets or tables left.

The concert attracted high-profile guests, including Buganda Kingdom’s Katikkiro (Prime Minister) Charles Peter Mayiga, Dr. Diana Atwine (Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health), Pastor Aloysious Bujjingo, and officials from the Uganda Revenue Authority, among others.

In his remarks, Katikkiro Mayiga praised Bugembe for his unifying music, which he said brings hope to Ugandans. "Your music does not just entertain; it heals, unites, and inspires," Mayiga said.

The Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro, represented President Yoweri Museveni, who sent a special message commending Bugembe for spreading a gospel of unity. "Unlike the colonial missionaries who preached division, Pastor Bugembe’s ministry promotes love and togetherness," the President’s message read. Museveni also donated UGX 20 million to support Bugembe’s gospel work.

The concert was a vibrant mix of gospel, secular music, and comedy, featuring performances by legendary artist Jose Chameleone, Mesach Semakula, Chris Evans, and Rema. Comedians like Amooti Omubalanguzi, Mendo, Madrat & Chiko, and Dr. Bossa kept the audience in stitches, while media personalities such as Kasuku added glamour to the event.

Fellow gospel ministers, including Herbert Twina, Brian Lubega, and Coopy Bly, also graced the stage, showing solidarity with Bugembe’s mission. Pastor Aloysious Bujjingo applauded Bugembe for using music to bring Ugandans together, saying, "Your ministry is a blessing to this Nation.

With the resounding success of his Serena concert, Pastor Bugembe announced plans to extend his celebrations across Uganda, taking his music and ministry to different regions. "This is just the beginning. We want to reach every corner of this nation with the gospel through music," he declared.

The two-day event not only celebrated Bugembe’s milestone but also reinforced his influence as one of Uganda’s most impactful gospel artists, bridging gaps between faith, entertainment, and national unity

 

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Godfrey Tumwebaze is a dedicated Ugandan journalist known for his simplicity, hard work, and passion for storytelling. He serves as an editor and reporter at Salt TV. With a background from the UMCAT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Tumwebaze has been recognized for his excellence, including being named Entertainment Journalist of the Year. His commitment to ethical journalism is evident in his work, where he advocates for professionalism in media reporting. Active on social media, he engages with audiences on industry insights and media ethics. Through his career, Tumwebaze continues to make a significant impact on Uganda’s journalism landscape.

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