Ugandan singer Ava Peace, born Namugonza Maureen Peace, has touched down in the United Kingdom, marking what could be a defining moment in her fast-rising career.
The artist, who has steadily carved a name for herself in Uganda’s competitive music scene, shared her excitement with fans on X (formerly Twitter), reflecting on how far she’s come — and the patience it took to get here.
In a heartfelt post, Ava recalled turning down an earlier opportunity to perform in London last year. At the time, she was eager to take the stage abroad, but her manager, Jeff Kiwa, urged restraint.
“A friend of mine wanted to take me to London as a curtain-raiser,” she wrote. “I was excited… but my manager said, ‘Ava, you don’t need to rush. Patience pays. Your time will come, and you’ll go as a huge artiste with several songs to perform.’”
It was a hard pill to swallow, she admitted, but one she trusted — guided by faith and a belief in “prime time.”
That moment, it seems, has arrived.
Now in the UK, Ava credits Kiwa for his belief in her talent, sharing that he had once promised sleepless nights in studio and countless video shoots would eventually pay off — and that they have.
“He said, ‘Everything is possible. This is your year. Just work hard, be smart, and stay disciplined.’ And he was right,” Ava wrote, expressing gratitude for his mentorship and support. “Thank you for always being a father figure too.”
Ava Peace has become one of Uganda’s most promising music acts, known for her infectious blend of Afrobeats, dancehall, and contemporary Ugandan pop. Tracks like “Nsitula” with Spice Diana, “Twagala Sente,” “Falling,” “Tabbu” with Dax Vibez, and “Eden” have helped her build a loyal following.
As she takes her sound to new audiences abroad, her London appearance isn’t just a performance — it’s the realisation of a dream deferred, but not denied.
