KAMPALA, Uganda — Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) mobilizer and social media personality Frank Mwesigye, popularly known online as the “Honourable of all Peasants,” has officially married his longtime fiancée, Laureen Natasha, in a colorful ceremony held in Kampala.
The couple exchanged vows on Saturday morning in a church service officiated by the Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, before hundreds of family members, friends, and invited guests. Archbishop Kaziimba is the head of the Church of Uganda and frequently presides over major religious and national events.
The wedding marked the culmination of months of highly publicized preparations that attracted widespread attention on social media and within political circles.
Earlier this year, Mwesigye delivered 14 Friesian dairy cows as part of the traditional bride price ceremony at Natasha’s family home in Kyankwanzi District. According to previous reports, the activist and businessman had also successfully mobilized more than Shs700 million towards organizing the wedding and reception.
In April, organizers announced that the wedding budget had already been fully secured, prompting the cancellation of further fundraising meetings. The organizing committee, chaired by comedian Alex Muhangi, revealed that contributions had surpassed expectations ahead of the June 20 ceremony.
Following the church service, guests proceeded to Kigo Gardens in Wakiso District for a lavish reception attended by prominent figures from Uganda’s political, business and entertainment sectors. Among those reported in attendance were social commentator Frank Gashumba, businessman Godfrey Mukula, Members of Parliament, PLU supporters and other dignitaries.
Photos and videos shared online showed jubilant celebrations as the newlyweds danced with guests and received blessings from family members and well-wishers. Friends, supporters and fellow activists flooded social media with congratulatory messages, wishing the couple a successful marriage.
Mwesigye, a farmer and businessman from Lyantonde District, has built a strong online following through his grassroots activism, outspoken commentary and support for the Patriotic League of Uganda. His wedding has been among the most talked-about social events of the year, drawing attention not only because of its scale but also because of the extensive public fundraising and traditional ceremonies that preceded it.
The marriage also highlighted the continued importance of bride price and family involvement in Ugandan marriage traditions, where cattle remain a respected symbol of appreciation and union between families.
The couple is expected to begin their married life in Kampala following the celebrations.