
Music lovers gathered in Kampala yesterday for an Old School event celebrating nostalgic R&B classics and throwback anthems, according to Mbu. The event drew fans eager to relive hits from earlier decades, reflecting continued enthusiasm for retro-themed entertainment experiences in Uganda's capital. The report did not specify attendance figures, featured performers, or the venue, but described a lively atmosphere as attendees enjoyed the throwback music selection.
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