Former Kawempe South MP and presidential candidate Mubarak Munyagwa has broken his silence on a growing public spat with musician King Saha, brushing it off as a desperate attempt by “fading artists” to stay relevant by attacking prominent public figures.
Speaking on Sanyuka TV’s Uncut show , Munyagwa made it clear that he harbours no personal grudge against the singer, insisting the exchange does not place them on equal footing.
“I don’t have any personal issues with King Saha, and we are not on the same level. Fading musicians use this tactic to gain relevance by going after big names like mine,” Munyagwa said.
The war of words reportedly intensified last week after Munyagwa took to social media to criticise National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Bobi Wine. His comments quickly sparked reactions online, drawing in King Saha known for his open support of the ruling NRM.
Saha leapt to Bobi Wine’s defence, questioning Munyagwa’s political relevance and credentials. The exchange soon spiralled into a heated back-and-forth, with both sides trading sharp accusations, including claims of irrelevance and poor education.
The clash has since ignited debate on social media, with supporters from both political and entertainment circles weighing in. While some view it as a clash of egos, others see it as another example of Uganda’s increasingly blurred line between politics and celebrity influence.
For now, Munyagwa appears unfazed, standing firm in his stance that the controversy is nothing more than a publicity stunt—one he says he refuses to lose sleep over.