GULU, UGANDA — A seismic cultural shift is coming to Northern Uganda. This Independence Day holiday weekend, history will be made as Bell Lager—the legendary flagship brand of Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL)—steps up as the ultimate premium sponsor to unleash Congolese rumba titan Koffi Olomide live in Gulu City!
Organized by Open Mic Uganda, this explosive musical convergence is set to tear down the house on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Northern Pearl Hotel Garden. This isn’t just a concert; it is the ferocious expansion of Bell Obafest, the ultimate beer festival platform engineered to unite crews over thunderous live music, unforgettable food, and ice-cold Bell Lagers.
The Icon. The Extravaganza. The Marathon.
Koffi Olomide. A name that commands absolute reverence across the continent. The mastermind behind timeless global anthems like Loi, Effrakata, Papa Bonheur, and Selfie is bringing his legendary, high-octane stage production, mesmerizing dancers, and unparalleled musicianship straight to Gulu.
The gates burst open at 2:00 PM and the sonic madness will not stop until 4:00 AM on Saturday, October 10. Fourteen hours of pure, unadulterated entertainment await holiday travelers and Northern residents alike.
An All-Star Arsenal
Olomide will not stand alone. Uganda’s fierce Dancehall King Cindy leads a brutal lineup of local heavyweights including Eezzy, Batman, Jelly G, and Lucky David. Weaponizing the microphone and guiding the crowd through this historic night is none other than comedy powerhouse Patrick Salvado.
“Bell Obafest is a celebration of how Ugandans come together to enjoy music, beer, and food,” declared Lilian Kansiime, Brand Manager for Bell Lager. “By bringing this experience to Gulu, we are giving consumers an opportunity to be part of that celebration. Bell Lager has a long history of standing alongside Ugandans to celebrate shared moments… We are proud to support Open Mic Uganda in delivering an international performance of this scale!”
