Author: Beatrice Lamwaka

Beatrice Lamwaka is a Global Press Journal reporter based in Kampala, Uganda. She specializes in reporting on gender-based violence. Born and raised in the northern Ugandan city of Gulu, Beatrice studied at Makerere University.

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Six Beats Under: In Uganda, DJs Overtake Traditional Musicians At Funerals

A Ugandan musician playing the fumbo during the ajore dance, a traditional burial rite
Musician Lawrence Ogambo demonstrates how men play the fumbo during the ajore dance, a traditional burial rite of the Jopadhola, in Busembatya village, Uganda. Beatrice Lamwaka/GJP

The traditional burial rite of the Jopadhola is becoming increasingly rare as villagers opt instead for DJs spinning modern tunes.

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