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Mc Bob Chap Chap entertaining the crowd at Mbarara city festival day one on Friday Night
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Thursday marked the first day of the Mbarara City Festival, a two-day event closing on Saturday night.
MTN and Nile Breweries are the official sponsors of the festival, celebrating Mbarara City's four years since its elevation to city status. Ray G, the lead entertainer, was eagerly anticipated by fans following numerous promotions urging large turnouts to see their favorite singer.
Fans from all over town and beyond crowded at the Amazon building on Ntare Road, where the stage was set, expecting a full dose of entertainment from singer. However, they were unaware that he was scheduled to appear on stage the following day, Saturday, to mark the event's closure.
Fans who had turned up for night entertainment at the Mbarara City Festival. Photo by Stuart Twinomujuni
Nile Breweries, one of the event's sponsors, kept the crowd entertained by generously providing free beer until late, resulting in many fans becoming noticeably intoxicated. Local upcoming artists took the lead on stage, performing freestyle songs to keep the crowd engaged.
Fan receiving beer from a Nile breweries staff agent, others eagerly waiting to receive. Photo by Stuart Twinomujuni
MC Bob Chap Chap boosted the hype, while upcoming celebrities like X Rabber and Razorblade, who have struggled to achieve mainstream success, took the microphone to capture the crowd's attention.
Singer Razorblade on the stage entertaining fans. Photo by Stuart Twinomujuni
After midnight, the MC and DJ decided to let the fans enjoy a diverse selection of music, creating a memorable night, especially for street kids. Some street kids showcased their hidden talents on stage but were eventually chased away by the stage managers, Kool Events.
Fans enjoying a diverse selection of music after midnight
