Uganda’s comedy industry is in mourning following the passing of popular comedian Kapere, real names Yokana Mbuuse, at a hospital in Buddo.
The National Unity Platform’s (NUP) to which he subscribed, President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu aka Bobi Wine, who confirmed the death, described Kapere as person who turned every dark moment light.
“A few moments back, I just received the most devastating news regarding the untimely passing of our brother, dear friend and comrade Yokana Mbuuse fondly called Kapere Lufotose. A man who made every dark moment light” he said.
He added, “A man who loved his country and wished it well! A loss so difficult to take in”.
Singer Nina Roz, described the last moments she shared with Kapere as being fully of happy moments, and would remember him for always being real.
“Some moments become memories before we even realise it. 💔 One of the last times I shared a moment with you, Kapere. We laughed, we smiled, and you were simply your genuine self”.
She added, “You were real, and that is something people will always remember about you.Rest peacefully, Kapere”.
By the time of this publication, the cause of Kapere’s death was yet to be established.
