Comedian Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, has died at the age of around 56, at a medical facility in Buddo, Wakiso District, just after a night out of fun at Thrones Bar in Bugolobi, which has been described as a sudden and unexpected.
According to reports citing his management, Kapere had not been known to be seriously ill before his death. However, the exact cause of death and the circumstances surrounding his final moments have not yet been officially established.
Reports indicate that Kapere and his wife, Lydia Nakandi, popularly known as Mama Trump, had gone to visit their children along Entebbe Road before the incident. He was reportedly rushed to a medical facility in Buddo, where he later died.
Further details about the incident, funeral arrangements and an official family statement were still pending at the time of publication.
Kapere Lufotose’s Comedy Career
Kapere was a familiar face in Uganda’s comedy industry, best known for his performances as part of the Amarula Family alongside Amooti Omubalanguzi, also known as Allan Mujuni, and Messe Bontwe.
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He gained recognition for his physical and slapstick comedy, including appearances on WBS TV’s Side Mirror. He also featured in music videos, notably Bobi Wine’s Mr. Money, and remained active in recent years through TikTok and other short-form content.
Beyond entertainment, Kapere was known as a supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP) and had previously spoken about the financial challenges faced by people working in Uganda’s comedy industry.
His death marks a loss for Uganda’s comedy fraternity, where he built a name through his distinctive style and years of entertaining audiences.
