Uganda Celebrates Joshua Baraka as First Artist to Surpass 500,000 Spotify Listeners

 

Uganda is buzzing with pride as Joshua Baraka becomes the first Ugandan artist to consistently exceed 500,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, recently approaching 600,000. This milestone sets him apart from peers like Elijah Kitaka and Bobi Wine.

Baraka’s international collaborations with Nigerian stars such as Joeboy and Simi have significantly boosted his profile across Africa and beyond. His rising stardom is further underscored by major 2024 accolades, including nominations for AFRIMMA and Trace Awards, as well as his selection for Spotify Radar.

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Music industry figures like Allan Toniks and Ugaman01 have praised Baraka, calling him “The Pride of Uganda.” His hit track “Nana” continues to captivate fans, driving his streaming success and cementing his cross-border recognition.