Bobi Wine on the Books (and Songs) that Shape His Politics

Bobi Wine on the books (and songs) that shape his politics

Bobi Wine SPECIAL FEATURE |  Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is a Ugandan music star and political leader currently in exile. Framing his movement as a “people power” struggle by young Ugandans for democratic transition, he is a vocal critic of the regime. After a disputed election in January won by long-time ruler Yoweri Museveni, his home was besieged by soldiers, and he managed to escape with the help of his supporte…

Bobi Wine on the books fueling his...

Bobi Wine says literature, music, and art continue to shape his political activism and vision for Uganda’s future. In an interview during a visit to Harvard University, the opposition leader and musician reflected on the writers, playwrights, and songs that have shaped his opposition to President Yoweri Museveni’s government. Wine cited Things Fall Apart by […]