Afrigo Band Legend Moses Matovu Murdered in Kampala

The Ugandan music and arts fraternity is reeling from shock following the brutal murder of veteran musician Moses Matovu, the revered founder and leader of Afrigo Band.

The 77-year-old music legend died early Thursday morning, September 24, 2026, after allegedly being attacked by unknown assailants in Kampala.

According to the Kampala Metropolitan Police, the fatal assault occurred at Kibuli Market Zone B, located in Makindye Division, Kampala District. The severely injured musician was rushed to nearby Kibuli Hospital for emergency medical intervention but ultimately succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.

Kampala Metropolitan Police (KMP) spokesperson SP Rachael Kawala confirmed the incident, stating that Kabalagala Police Station has officially registered a case of suspected murder.

“Police at Kabalagala have registered a case of suspected murder involving Matovu Moses, a musician with Afrigo Band. Moses was allegedly attacked this morning, 24.09.2026, by unknown assailants at Kibuli Market Zone B, in Makindye Division,” SP Kawala announced on X. “He was rushed to Kibuli Hospital for medical attention, where he later succumbed to his injuries.”  

Detectives and a specialized task team were immediately dispatched to the crime scene. “Our task team is currently at the scene conducting investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. Efforts are also underway to identify and apprehend the suspected assailants,” Kawala added.  

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Born on June 19, 1949, Moses Matovu was a cultural titan in Uganda. He was the primary visionary behind Afrigo Band, which was founded in 1975 and stands today as Uganda’s longest-lasting and most influential live music group.  

At the time of his tragic death, Matovu was still actively serving as the band’s leader, guiding them through five decades of musical evolution that defined generations of Ugandan entertainment. His sudden passing marks the end of an unparalleled era in the country’s cultural history.