1. Esther Nagawa (1980)

Model

Plus-size model who's won professional success and a huge online following. She has over 450,000 followers on Instagram.

2. Juliana Kanyomozi (1982)

Pop Singer

Pop star who found great popularity in East Africa with songs like "I'm Still Here," "Omutima Guluma" and "Sanyu Lyange." She served as a judge on the East African singing...

3. Desire Luzinda (1980)

Pop Singer

Ugandan pop singer who is known for singing in Luganda, English, and Swahili. She is known for her hit singles "Mubiite", "Nyo Nyo Ddala", and "Nyumirwa Nyo". 

4. Ssemanda Mansur (1989)

Reggae Singer

Ugandan reggae singer known for hits like "Biri Biri", "Mpa Love" and "Gundeeze". He is signed to Kingslove Entertainment.

5. Eddy Kenzo (1989)

World Music Singer

Best known for his song "Sitya Loss," which has over 15 million views on YouTube. He was the winner of the 2015 BET Viewer's Choice Award for Best New International...

6. Joseph Kony (1964)

Criminal

Leader of the Lord's Resistance Army guerrilla group; became the target of a popular worldwide campaign in 2012.

7. Idi Amin (1925)

Politician

Idi Amin is a famous Politician, who was born on January 1, 1925 in Uganda. Political leader who became the third President of Uganda from 1971 to 1979. He was...

8. Ricia Nyangoma (2007)

Dancer

Commonly known by just her surname Nyangoma, she is one of nine members of the dance troupe Triplets Ghetto Kids that was seen dancing live at the 2017 BET Awards...

9. Fred Tumwesigye (2003)

Dancer

Member of the hip hop dance crew Triplets Ghetto Kids who would perform alongside the other 8 members of the troupe at the BET Awards in 2017. The crew initially gained...

10. Bashir Lubega (2004)

Dancer

Also known as Ada, he is one of 9 dancers to make up the hip hop crew Triplets Ghetto Kids. The group performed at the 2017 BET Awards with French Montana and Swae...

11. Hassan Kavuma Wassawa (2004)

Dancer

Rapper and dancer also known as Man King Da Rap Kid, or just Man King, featured alongside 8 other dancers in the troupe Triplets Ghetto Kids. 2016 was a big year...

12. Simon Kuper (1970)

Non-Fiction Author

Sports writer who made use of the anthropological perspective to examine sports behavior in Ajax, The Dutch, the War: Football in Europe during the Second World War and Soccer Against...

13. Patricia Nabakooza (2005)

Dancer

One of nine members of the Dauda Kavuma-founded award-winning dance troupe Triplets Ghetto Kids that was seen performing live at the 2017 BET Awards alongside French Montana and Swae Lee. Her dance crew first went...

14. Isaac Tumusiime (2002)

Dancer

Member of the 9 piece dance troupe Triplets Ghetto Kids who furthered their acclaim after performing alongside French Montana and Swae Lee at the 2017 BET Awards. TGK first went viral in 2014 when...

15. Willa Gray (2015)

Family Member

Adopted daughter of country music star Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren Akins.

16. Ronald Ssentongo (2002)

Dancer

Simply known as Ronnie, he is a member of the award-winning dance troupe Triplets Ghetto Kids that performed alongside French Montana and Swae Lee at the 2017 BET Awards. The dance crew is responsible...

17. Ashley Kavuma (2010)

Dancer

Hip hop dancer featured as one of nine members of the Ugandan troupe Triplets Ghetto Kids. TGK won the 2016 African Entertainment Award USA for Best Dance Group, a 2016...

18. Joy Doreen Biira (1986)

TV Show Host

Joy Doreen Biira is a famous TV Show Host, who was born on January 9, 1986 in Uganda. Ugandan television personality best known as an anchor on the influential morning...

19. Vinka (1994)

Pop Singer

Singer who has become a star in Africa with pop hits like "Overdose," "Chips Na Ketchup" and "Malaika." She was a backup dancer for other major artists before signing with the...

20. Azim Ph Somani (1955)

Autobiographer

Azim Ph Somani is a famous Autobiographer, who was born on October 8, 1955 in Uganda. Most famous for his autobiographical novel Shattered Lives: In the Pearl of Africa, Somani...

21. Whitney Peak (2003)

TV Actress

Television and film actress who is recognized for having portrayed Judith on the hit Netflix series Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. She also stars as Zoya Lott on the HBO reboot series Gossip Girl.

22. Mike Mukula (1970)

Politician

Politician, businessman and member of the National Resistance Movement who represented the Soroti Municipality in the parliament of Uganda from 2001-16. He also worked as the State Minister of Health from...

23. Eva Apio (2000)

Model

Ugandan model based in England who is represented by Storm Models. 

24. Hassan Sseruwu (2000)

Dancer

Also known by the stage name of Kokode, he is a member of the 9 piece dance troupe Triplets Ghetto Kids that garnered further acclaim after a live performance alongside French Montana and Swae...

25. Andrew Mwenda (1970)

Journalist

Ugandan journalist and television host who is best recognized for being the founder and owner of The Independent. He is also known for having previously served as the political editor...

26. Robert Kabushenga (1967)

Business Executive

Ugandan businesss executive who is best known for being the CEO of Vision Group. He has been in his industry for over 20 years.

27. Winnie Nwagi (1990)

World Music Singer

Ugandan singer who is known for songs like "Musawo" and "Bunsonso mola". One of her more popular tracks is called "Fire Dancer". 

28. Sheila Nduhukire (1990)

Journalist

Ugandan journalist who is best known for her work as a news editor and anchor. She has been a member of CIPR UK, the largest organization of PR professionals in...

29. Abraham Chepkirwok (1988)

Athletics (sport) Competitor

Middle distance runner who made his Olympic debut at the 2008 Summer Games in Beijing.

30. Leila Kayondo (1970)

Pop Singer

Ugandan singer who has gained fame as a solo artist and as a member of the girl group Dream Gals. She is known for songs like "Awo" and "Respeck."

31. Lydia Jazmine (1991)

World Music Singer

Ugandan singer who has put out albums such as Guno Omukwano, Meu Marido, and Mwagala Biriyo. She has also worked as a backup singer for the group Radio and Weasel. 

32. Phill Lewis (1968)

TV Actor

Known for his role as hotel manager Mr. Moseby on The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, Lewis has also had recurring roles in Scrubs and Yes, Dear. As a voice actor he...

33. Janet Achola (1988)

Ugandan Middle-distance Runner

Janet Achola is a Ugandan middle-distance runner. At the 2012 Summer Olympics she competed in the Women's 1500 metres.

34. Charles Mumbere (Unknow)

unknow

Charles Wesley Mumbere is the current king of the African kingdom of Rwenzururu which is part of Uganda.

35. Irene Muloni (1960)

Ugandan Politician

Irene Nafuna Muloni is a Ugandan electrical engineer businesswoman and politician. She is the Minister for Energy and Minerals in the Ugandan Cabinet and the elected Member of Parliament for...

36. Minesh Mehta (1957)

American Physician

Professor Minesh P Mehta MD FASTRO is an Uganda-born American radiation oncologist and clinician-scientist who has continuously contributed to the field of oncology for more than two decades.

37. Asuman Kiyingi (1963)

Lawyer

Asuman Kiyingi is a famous Lawyer, who was born on December 27, 1963 in Uganda. According to Astrologers, Asuman Kiyingi's zodiac sign is Capricorn.
He was born in Kamuli District on...

38. Rosemary Seninde (1965)

Celebrity

Rosemary Seninde is a famous Celebrity, who was born on January 7, 1965 in Uganda. Rosemary Nansubuga was born in Wakiso District on 7 January 1965. She went to St....

39. Davis Lusimbo (1966)

Celebrity

Davis Lusimbo is a famous Celebrity, who was born on July 23, 1966 in Uganda. Davis Lusimbo (born 23 July 1966) is a Ugandan former professional boxer who competed from...

40. Stella Nansikombi Makubuya (1967)

Lawyer

Stella Nansikombi Makubuya is a famous Lawyer, who was born on November 11, 1967 in Uganda. According to Astrologers, Stella Nansikombi Makubuya's zodiac sign is Scorpio.
She was born to the...

41. Ajilo Elogu Maria Goretti (1963)

Politician

Ajilo Elogu Maria Goretti is a famous Politician, who was born on June 26, 1963 in Uganda. According to Astrologers, Ajilo Elogu Maria Goretti's zodiac sign is Cancer.
Ajilo Elogu Maria...

42. Kabakumba Masiko (1966)

Politician

Kabakumba Masiko is a famous Politician, who was born on October 20, 1966 in Uganda. She was born in Masindi District on 20 October 1966. Kabakumba Masiko studies at Gulu...

43. Adolf Mwesige (1966)

Lawyer

Adolf Mwesige is a famous Lawyer, who was born on April 4, 1966 in Uganda. Adolf Kasaija Mwesige (born 4 April 1966) is a Ugandan lawyer and politician who has...

44. Rebecca Amuge Otengo (1966)

Politician

Rebecca Amuge Otengo is a famous Politician, who was born on April 26, 1966 in Uganda. According to Astrologers, Rebecca Amuge Otengo's zodiac sign is Taurus.
Rebecca Amuge was born on...

45. Benna Namugwanya (1967)

Educator

Benna Namugwanya is a famous Educator, who was born on September 21, 1967 in Uganda. According to Astrologers, Benna Namugwanya's zodiac sign is Virgo.
She was born on 21 September 1967,...

46. Milton Karisa (1995)

Association Football Player

Milton Karisa is a famous Association Football Player, who was born on July 27, 1995 in . Milton Karisa (born on 27 July 1995), is a Ugandan footballer who plays...

47. Edrisa Lubega (1998)

Association Football Player

Edrisa Lubega is a famous Association Football Player, who was born on April 17, 1998 in . Edrisa Lubega (born 17 April 1998) is an Ugandan footballer who is now...

48. Joanita Kawalya (1967)

Musician

Joanita Kawalya is a famous Musician, who was born on May 1, 1967 in Uganda. Kawalya was born to the late singer Eclaus Kawalya on 5 January 1967. She worked...

49. Urban Tibamanya (1949)

Lawyer

Urban Tibamanya is a famous Lawyer, who was born on September 9, 1949 in Uganda. According to Astrologers, Urban Tibamanya's zodiac sign is Capricorn.

50. Fred Mukisa (1949)

Teacher

Fred Mukisa is a famous Teacher, who was born on April 4, 1949 in Uganda. According to Astrologers, Fred Mukisa's zodiac sign is Taurus.