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On Friday (July 24) at National Theatre, Kampala, the second edition of the Arise We-Men comedy event hosted by Agnes Akite, was such a show. We laughed a bit, and also yawned. It attracted a lively audience that was treated to an unforgettable night of laughter and entertainment.
When we saw seasoned comedians like Pablo take to the stage, we knew we were in for a treat. And he did give us a good time. So many other cats came along and claimed they owned the Stand-Up comedy stage. That said, the number of average jokes was overwhelming for a show that features a long line up.
The evening featured an impressive lineup, also including Fun Factory’s Dickson Zizinga, Raymo Rush, and Daniel Omara, all of whom delivered exceptional performances. Accompanied by a lively musical band that added energy between acts, the show maintained an exciting atmosphere from start to finish.

Raymond Rush performs alongside Blaik Koono during the Arise We Men comedy show. (Credit: Nicholas Oneal)

Dick Zizinga (right) performs alongside Blaik Koono during the Arise We Men comedy show. (Credit: Nicholas Oneal)
Anyway, Pablo’s sharp wit, clever observations, and effortless delivery kept the crowd laughing throughout his performance. Dickson Zizinga thrilled the audience with his trademark physical comedy, combining expressive movements with hilarious punchlines that left many people in stitches. Daniel Omara also stood out by humorously recounting some of his personal life experiences, transforming everyday struggles into relatable jokes that had the audience laughing until tears rolled down their faces.
Watching this show, Agnes Akite shows she is still rising high as a host. Her ability to bring together some of Uganda’s finest male comedians demonstrated her growing influence on the entertainment scene.