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Justine Nabbosa

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Justine Nabbosa
Born
Kamuli District, Eastern Uganda
NationalityUganda
CitizenshipUganda
EducationMakerere University
Occupation(s)Gospel Artist and Pastor
SpouseJonathan Muwaganya

Justine Nabbosa is an award-winning Ugandan gospel artist, lead worshipper, and a co-pastor with Pastor Wilson Bugembe at Worship house, Nansana.[1] She is best known for her 2016 album, Oli Katonda.[2]

Background and education[edit]

Nabbosa was born in Kamuli, Eastern Uganda; the ninth child of James and Tappi Kiyingi.[1] She graduated from Makerere University with a bachelor's degree in organizational and industrial psychology.[1][3]

Singing career[edit]

Nabbosa's father was a pastor, so she grew up teaching Sunday school classes, singing in the choir and leading school fellowships.[4] She started her music career as a backing singer for Wilson Bugembe.[1] On April 24, 2017, Nabbosa held her first solo concert,[1][5] and since then has used her singing to preach through music. She is president of Next Girl Champion, an annual conference that empowers girls and women in Uganda.[6]

Discography[edit]

Nabossa has released the following songs:[7]

  • Oli katonda
  • Hossana
  • Kumpi Nawe
  • Yansumulula
  • Mulamu
  • Webale Kunjagala
  • Ekitibwa
  • Tewali Akufanana
  • Nkwagala Nnyo
  • Bibyo
  • Onewunyisa

Awards[edit]

In 2016, Nabbosa won the album of the year in the VIGA (Victoria Gospel Agency) awards with Oli Katonda.[2][8] In 2021, she won best praise song at the Royal Gospel music awards.[9]

Nabbosa was nominated as Best Female Artiste for the Royal Gospel music awards 2024.[10]

Personal life[edit]

She is married to Jonathan Muwaganya,[11] and they have one child.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e independent, The (2018-08-15). "Justine Nabbosa on her miraculous musical journey". The Independent Uganda. Retrieved 2024-03-16.
  2. ^ a b "Levixone, Pastor Bugembe, Julie Mutesasira top VIGA awards". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-04-09.
  3. ^ vinepulse (2023-05-02). "Justine Nabbosa's Solo Journey: A Remarkable Music Event Unveiled Last Week". Vine Pulse. Retrieved 2024-03-16.
  4. ^ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2016-04-21). "Pr Justine Nabbosa returns with 'Oli Katonda' live concert". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2024-04-06.
  5. ^ independent, The (2018-08-15). "Justine Nabbosa on her miraculous musical journey". The Independent Uganda. Retrieved 2024-04-06.
  6. ^ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2018-11-11). "Photos: Pr Justine Nabbosa delightedly introduces her fiancé". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2024-04-09.
  7. ^ "Justine Nabbosa New and Old Songs Listen and Download". www.kampalafm.com. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
  8. ^ Sseruyigo, Aaron (January 15, 2017). "Full list of VIGA Awards 2016 winners".
  9. ^ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2021-12-13). "Royal Gospel Music Awards 2021: A complete list of winners". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2024-03-16.
  10. ^ "Gabie Ntaate, Coopy Bly voted best musicians at Royal Gospel Music Awards". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
  11. ^ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2018-11-11). "Photos: Pr Justine Nabbosa delightedly introduces her fiancé". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2024-04-06.