The remains of legendary Kadongo Kamu singer Prince Paul Kafeero were exhumed on Monday for DNA testing, marking a significant step toward resolving a long-standing paternity dispute involving more than 20 individuals who claim to be his biological children.
Since Kafeero’s death in 2007, members of his family have been embroiled in disputes over his estate, with several individuals alleging that they were never formally recognized as part of the musician’s family.
Speaking about the exercise, Minister for Local Government Balaam Barugahara confirmed that the exhumation was successfully conducted.
“Following the successful exhumation of his remains this morning for DNA sampling, a process that has remained unresolved for over 20 years is finally underway. Today marks a major step toward establishing the truth,” Barugahara said.
He noted that the exhumation and collection of samples were carried out professionally by a team of pathologists led by Assistant Inspector General of Police Dr. Byaruhanga, in accordance with a court order and established forensic procedures.
The DNA analysis will be conducted by the Government Analytical Laboratory and the Uganda Police Forensic Laboratory.
“I wish to thank the court, the family members, Assistant Inspector General of Police Dr. Byaruhanga and his team, and the Uganda Police Force for making this important process possible. I am also grateful to have fully facilitated this exercise in the interest of justice, truth, and family harmony,” Barugahara added.
The DNA results are expected to provide conclusive answers to the decades-old paternity dispute, bringing clarity and closure to the late musician’s family.
Born on July 12, 1970, Paul Job Kafeero, professionally known as Prince Job Paulo Kafeero and popularly referred to as the “Golden Boy of Africa,” was one of the pioneers of Uganda’s Kadongo Kamu music genre. He passed away on May 17, 2007.
Kafeero remains celebrated for timeless hits such as Bulandina, Ddipo, Walumbe Zaaya, Kampala mu Kkooti, and Galenzi Mwe. His music earned him numerous accolades and continues to resonate with audiences across generations.
