Justine Nabbosa
Justine Nabbosa | |
|---|---|
| Born | Kamuli District, Eastern Uganda |
| Nationality | Uganda |
| Education | Makerere University |
| Occupation(s) | Gospel artist and pastor |
| Spouse | Jonathan Muwaganya |
Justine Nabbosa is a Ugandan gospel artist and a co-pastor with 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]Nabbosa is married to Jonathan Muwaganya,[11] and they have one child.[citation needed]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e independent, The (2018-08-15). "Justine Nabbosa on her miraculous musical journey". The Independent Uganda. Retrieved 2024-03-16.
- ^ a b "Levixone, Pastor Bugembe, Julie Mutesasira top VIGA awards". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-04-09.
- ^ vinepulse (2023-05-02). "Justine Nabbosa's Solo Journey: A Remarkable Music Event Unveiled Last Week". Vine Pulse. Retrieved 2024-03-16.
- ^ 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.
- ^ independent, The (2018-08-15). "Justine Nabbosa on her miraculous musical journey". The Independent Uganda. Retrieved 2024-04-06.
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Justine Nabbosa New and Old Songs Listen and Download". www.kampalafm.com. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
- ^ Sseruyigo, Aaron (January 15, 2017). "Full list of VIGA Awards 2016 winners".
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Gabie Ntaate, Coopy Bly voted best musicians at Royal Gospel Music Awards". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
- ^ 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.
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