Dancehall sensation Karole Kasita brought Hoima to life with an electrifying performance as Bell Lager’s ObaFest regional tour delivered a vibrant celebration of music, food and friendship at Dangio Annex Bar.
The event attracted revellers from across Hoima, turning the venue into a lively festival ground where music lovers gathered to enjoy an evening of entertainment, food and Uganda’s own Bell Lager, with celebrations continuing into the early hours of the morning.
Kasita headlined the entertainment lineup, treating fans to some of her popular hits, including Balance, Binyuma, Chekecha and Yaka.
Accompanied by her energetic dance crew, the singer commanded the stage with her signature performance style, keeping the crowd on its feet as revellers sang along, danced and responded enthusiastically to every beat.
Beyond the musical performances, the festival offered a variety of culinary experiences, including meat roasts, street-food platters and local food pairings designed to complement Uganda Breweries Limited’s (UBL) beverage portfolio.
Fresh draught and bottled Bell Lager remained at the centre of the experience, reinforcing the festival’s focus on bringing people together through shared moments of food, drinks and entertainment.
Herbert Ndugga, a representative of Uganda Breweries Limited, said ObaFest was designed to celebrate everyday social connections by bringing people together around food, drinks, live music and quality beer.
“Bell ObaFest is designed as a direct celebration of everyday social life. It brings people together around four foundational elements: good food, good drinks, live music and quality beer. Taking the experience to Hoima allows our regional consumers to connect with the brand in their own town, share a table with friends and enjoy a festival experience of the highest standard,” Ndugga said.
Veteran hype man Kats MC also kept the excitement alive, engaging revellers and building anticipation between performances.
Local DJs complemented the live entertainment with continuous music sets featuring contemporary dancehall, Afrobeats and local classics, maintaining the festival atmosphere throughout the night.
The Hoima activation marked one of the major regional stops in the ObaFest series as Bell Lager prepares for the festival’s grand finale in the Kampala metropolitan area.
The final celebration is scheduled for November 14 at Coco Beach in Entebbe and is expected to feature an expanded culinary offering, a bigger artist lineup, multiple DJ stages and interactive brand experience zones.
With its combination of live performances, local food experiences and social entertainment, the Hoima edition reinforced ObaFest’s positioning as a platform for celebrating music, friendship and Uganda’s vibrant social culture.
