The awards ceremony, held at Kampala Serena Hotel on Saturday, celebrated excellence in African music. The Ben's hit single 'True Love' earned him the prestigious accolade, beating out other major hits including Mbosso's 'Pawa', Vestine & Dorcas' 'Yebo', and Karole Kasita's 'Go'.
Meanwhile, Ugandan artist Joshua Baraka dominated the night, sweeping multiple awards including Africa's Number One, East Africa's Best Artist, Best Male Artist, and Artist of the Year.
Ugandan singer Ava Peace also made a mark, taking home two awards, including Best Female Artist.
Other performers who lit up the stage included Khalifa Aganaga, MUN G, Happy Kyazze, Augustine Mukisa, Carol Komeza, Serena Bata, and Roden Y Kabako, thrilling the audience with their live performances.
Full List of Winners
1. A Song of Change
Wasomera Wa by Creamsite Junior School
2. Africa Best Act/Song
My Darling by Chella
3. Africa Number One
Joshua Baraka
4. East Africa Best Act/Song
True Love by The Ben
5. East Africa Best Artist
Joshua Baraka
6. Best Regional Song
Katusabe by Quin Smile
7. Breakthrough Artist
Ava Peace
8. Most Viral Song
Kinawolovu by Nandor Love
9. Song of the Year
See You Tonight by Omega 256 and Cindy Sanyu
10. Video of the Year
Somebody by Sheebah Karungi
11. Best Male Artist
Joshua Baraka
12. Best Female Artist
Ava Peace
13. Artiste of the Year
Joshua Baraka
14. The Lens of Greatness
Allan Soja
Wycliffe Nyamasege
Source : https://en.igihe.com/entertainment/article/the-ben-bags-regional-best-song-award-in-uganda
