Judith Babirye
Judith Babirye | |
|---|---|
| Born | Nyenga, Uganda |
| Nationality | Ugandan |
| Citizenship | Uganda |
| Alma mater | Makerere University (Bachelor of Arts in Tourism) |
| Occupation(s) | Pentecostal pastor, gospel musician, Incumbent Woman MP for Buikwe District |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Known for | Musical skills |
| Title | Gospel musician |
Judith Babirye is a Ugandan gospel musician.[1][2] She is a senior pastor at "New Life Deliverance Church", in Makindye Division, in the southeastern part of Kampala, Uganda's capital city.[3]
Early life and education
Babirye was born in Nyenga, Buikwe District, to Mr and Mrs Mukooza. She attended Nalinya Lwantale Primary School in Luweero District. She studied at Ndejje Senior School for her O-Level education and at 'Iganga Secondary School for her A-Level studies. She was admitted to Makerere University, graduating in 2001 with a Bachelor of Arts in Tourism.[4]
Music
When she was in Senior Two at Ndejje Secondary School, Babirye won the music composition festivals in which they were tasked to compose the school anthem. At Iganga, she also composed the school anthem sparking off her musical career.[4] Her debut song, "Beera Nange", won the best gospel single in the 2006 Pearl of Africa Music Awards.[5] She has had hits like "Wambatira", "Omusaayi gwa Yesu", "Ekitibwa kyo Mukama" and "Maama".[6][7][8]
Discography
Songs
Albums
Awards and recognition
- Best gospel single, "Beera nange", in the 2006 Pearl of Africa Music Awards.[9]
- Album of the year in Victoria Gospel Music Awards (VIGA),2007.[10]
References
- ^ Akello, Joan (20 July 2014). "Uganda: Frankly Speaking With Judith Babirye". The Independent (Uganda) via AllAfrica.com. Kampala. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ David Lumu, and Juliet Waiswa (24 September 2014). "Singer Judith Babirye inspired by Jennifer Musisi to join politics". New Vision. Kampala. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ Vision Reporter (10 March 2010). "Uganda: Babirye Starts Church". New Vision via AllAfrica.com. Kampala. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ a b Vision Reporter (7 December 2013). "Babirye's gospel of hope amidst trials". New Vision. Kampala.
- ^ Gilbert Mwijuke, and Ronald Kabuubi (21 August 2008). "Judith Babirye Back". New Vision. Kampala. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ Batte, Joseph (19 July 2007). "Babirye to launch 'Yesu Asobola'". New Vision. Kampala. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ Nabiruma, Diana (26 March 2010). "Judith Babirye shakes off bad marriage to shine again". The Observer. Kampala. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ Eupal, Felix (16 January 2011). "Judith Babirye chokes at Wanjagala launch". The Observer. Kampala. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ UGO (15 June 2016). "2006 Uganda Pam Awards Winners". Kampala: Uganda Online (UGO). Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ Vision Reporter (28 June 2007). "Judith Babirye Shuns VIGA Awards". New Vision. Kampala. Retrieved 15 June 2016.