In pictures: Farewell thee Alex Mukulu
Ugandan theatre legend Alex Mukulu was laid to rest in Kijabijo, Gayaza, following a career defined by his contributions to music and storytelling. His funeral featured a symbolic final performance with his 10-string guitar.
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It marks the passing of a significant cultural figure in Ugandan arts, highlighting the intersection of traditional performance and national identity.
Celebrating Life: In pictures: Farewell thee Alex Mukulu
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In a poignant final tribute to the theatre legend, Mukulu’s 10-string guitar was played for one last time before his burial—a fitting farewell for an artist whose life was deeply intertwined with music, theatre and storytelling.
Alex Mukulu was laid to rest today (Thursday, August 20) at Kijabijo, Gayaza. (Photos by Edward Luyimbazi)
Veteran Ugandan playwright and actor Alex Mukulu was laid to rest on Thursday (August 20) at Kijabijo, Gayaza in Wakiso district.
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