Five Ugandan celebrity couples whose splits grabbed attention

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Uganda’s entertainment industry has seen its fair share of love stories that started like fairy tales but ended in dramatic and very public breakups. While some celebrity couples quietly went their separate ways, others unfolded in the full glare of social media, interviews and public statements.Here’s a look at five Ugandan celebrity couples whose breakups made major headlines.1. Rema Namakula & Eddy KenzoThis is arguably one of the most publicised celebrity breakups in modern Ugandan showbiz history.Good old days: Rema and KenzoThe relationship came to an end around 2018/2019 after Rema started dating her then-gynaecologist, Dr. Hamza Ssebunya, effectively ending her long-term relationship with Eddy Kenzo.Among the most talked-about reactions were remarks by Sheikh Muzaata, which reportedly rubbed Kenzo the wrong way. At the time, Kenzo, who was in the United States, went on a passionate Facebook rant and even threatened to return to Uganda to stage a protest at a major mosque in Kampala. However, after behind-the-scenes discussions, he later withdrew his statements.Both have since moved on. Rema is now happily married to Dr. Ssebunya, while Kenzo has also settled and is currently in a relationship with Phiona Nyamutoro.2. Sheilah Gashumba & Rickman ManrickSheilah Gashumba and Rickman Manrick’s relationship was widely followed on social media, with Sheilah often publicly supporting and promoting Rickman’s music career.However, in 2025, Sheilah announced their breakup through a statement shared on her social media platforms. The two had dated for at least a year and appeared to be one of the industry’s power couples at the time.Although the split ended in tears, both have since moved on and publicly stated that they remain on good terms as friends.3. Dictator Amir & Chosen BeckyDictator Amir and Chosen Becky’s breakup is another story that continues to make headlines.The two share three children, but their relationship fell apart amid serious allegations. Chosen Becky accused Amir of domestic violence, while Amir hinted at alleged infidelity on Becky’s part, claiming she was involved with their former driver, Abdul Ssekajja — who is now reportedly Becky’s husband.The back-and-forth accusations from both sides kept the story trending for months and noted as one of the most dramatic splits in recent years.Ghetto Kids rank among Africa’s most followed TikTok creators (LIST)4. Jose Chameleone & Daniella AtimAfter being together for over a decade, Jose Chameleone and Daniella Atim officially divorced last year.Prior to the divorce, Daniella had taken to Instagram on several occasions to share emotional posts detailing what she described as difficult experiences in the marriage.Eventually, Daniella relocated to the United States with their children, and the marriage came to an official end, marking the close of one of Uganda’s longest-standing celebrity unions.5. Daddy Andre & Nina RozDaddy Andre and Nina Roz’s relationship caught many by surprise — and so did their breakup.The two even held a traditional kukyala ceremony in 2020, signaling serious intentions. However, almost as quickly as it began, the relationship ended. Neither party has publicly provided detailed reasons for the split, though it was widely covered in the media.Daddy Andre was later linked to Angela Katatumba, but that relationship also ended, with Angela claiming Andre had refused to take an HIV test.Andre has since found love again and recently held a traditional wedding ceremony with Sylvia Nandera in Busia, marking a new chapter in his personal life.The post Five Ugandan celebrity couples whose splits grabbed attention appeared first on MBU.