Mesach Ssemakula reveals how Kirumira rescued his 50 Years of Greatness concert

Ugandan music veteran Papa Mesach Ssemakula has revealed how city tycoon Kirumira came to his rescue when his much-anticipated 50 Years of Greatness concert at Kingdom Kampala was on the brink of collapse.

Speaking during the concert, Ssemakula opened up about the behind-the-scenes challenges that threatened to derail the milestone celebration, revealing that management of Kingdom Kampala had reached a point of considering cancelling the show just days before the event.

The singer admitted that organising such a major concert was far from smooth sailing, with unexpected hurdles threatening to frustrate months of preparation.

However, just when things appeared to be falling apart, Kirumira stepped in with crucial support that helped Ssemakula navigate the crisis and keep his concert plans on track.

The veteran musician credited the tycoon for standing by him at a critical moment, saying his intervention played an important role in ensuring the show went ahead.

Ssemakula's revelation offered a glimpse into the financial and logistical hurdles artistes often face when staging major concerts, proving that even established musicians with decades of experience sometimes need a helping hand to keep the show on the road.