Joseph Ngooma is a renowned Ugandan Gospel artist, songwriter, and pastor known for his active music ministry, which includes online outreach, popular songs like Kamberenga Naye and Nze Tombulira, and a 2026 concert, he is a celebrated vocalist, often performing with his wife Bridget
Joseph Ngooma’s journey is one of resilience and determination. Growing up, he had to fend for himself after his parents separated due to the wars that ravaged their community in the 1980s. His dad left, and his mom’s kids passed away, leaving him alone.
To make ends meet, Joseph started selling pancakes from a small spot in Kawolo, operating from his sister-in-law’s place where he was staying. This humble beginning was the start of his entrepreneurial spirit
Despite the challenges, Joseph’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance. He’s proof that even in the toughest times, there’s always a way forward.
Ministry & Music: He is a recognized gospel minister and songwriter. His music is described as a “remedy to negativity
Popular Songs: Notable tracks include Kamberenga Naye, Nze Tombulira, Gwe byonna, Olimulaba, and Tobita.
Performances & Events: He is scheduled for a live concert on July 11, 2026, at Cricket Oval, after a previous concert in December 2023. He also performed at the Victoria Gospel Awards
He started as a church choir master in his new church in Kawanda under Pastor Kamya. After five months, he moved away from that church and joined Liberty Healing Center in Kawanda. He was so committed to the church and it was then he started composing songs for both the choir and his personal music
His music narrates the challenges he has been through while growing up, and at the same time shows people that if you believe in God, he can deliver you from all tribulations. Joseph Ngooma, together with his friend were introduced to a church in Bwaise. But he joined Pastor Senyonga’s Christian Life Church after realizing the previous church had different doctrines.
For a couple of times he visited the studio but he could not afford a session. In 2009, he managed to collect 150,000 Ugx and took to studio and paid for a session. That was then he recorded his hit single ‘Gwe Byonna’ that introduced him to the music scene. The first radio he took it to was Top radio. “I had sUng that song before, many times. By the time I went to the studio, I did not even know that the song would go viral once on CD. Top TV productions manager called me before I could even get home and told me my song was so good. This encouraged me to go to other stations and distribute it. It opened doors for me, also giving me hope to do music.
