Ugandan rapper and cultural advocate Zedmonk Ssabatontomi has added another international accolade to his career after winning Entertainer of the Year at the 2026 StarQT Awards, held on Saturday, 26 September 2026, in Bedfordview, South Africa.
The awards ceremony, held under the theme Excelling Against Odds, also marked the 13th anniversary of the StarQT Awards, celebrating excellence, creativity and achievement across different sectors.
Born Kabuubi Akram, Zedmonk emerged victorious in the Entertainment category following a nomination that attracted support from fans who participated through voting, liking, commenting and sharing his nomination across the awards’ digital platforms.
ABOUT THE AWARDS.
The StarQT Awards are a South Africa-based awards platform with roots in the Ugandan community.
Established since 2014, the initiative recognizes individuals, entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders and organizations making meaningful contributions to society.
Over the years, the awards have expanded their recognition of entertainment, entrepreneurship, fashion, leadership and community achievement, creating a platform for celebrating talent and inspiring emerging creatives.
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The 2026 edition marked 13 years of the awards, bringing together nominees, entertainers, entrepreneurs and other achievers for a celebration in Bedfordview, South Africa.
Zedmonk, popularly known for his freestyle rap and the slogan Small Boy, Great Ancestors, has built a career combining music, cultural advocacy, digital entrepreneurship and humanitarian initiatives.
As the founding director of Ethnic Prides Organization UG LTD, he has also championed the preservation and promotion of African cultural heritage through music, storytelling, tourism and youth empowerment.
His latest recognition comes as he prepares for his second Guinness World Records attempt for the longest rap marathon by an individual male, While the official date and venue are yet to be announced, the upcoming attempt aims to showcase Uganda’s creative arts, culture, tourism and innovation on the global stage.
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