For decades, Madoxx Semanda Sematimba has been a revered figure in Uganda’s reggae music scene, known for soulful classics like Namagembe and Tukolagane.
But alongside his musical journey, whispers have swirled—especially around his exit from Sweden, where he lived for years.
Was he deported? Did he have a bitter fallout with his wife?
Now, in a candid interview with social media blogger Peng Peng, the reggae legend has finally set the record straight.
“Those rumours are baseless and completely untrue,” Madoxx stated firmly, dismissing speculation that he had been deported or pushed out of Sweden due to personal issues.
Madoxx moved to Sweden in 1991, where he laid the foundation for both his family and his musical career.
It was in Sweden that he recorded and released his most iconic tracks, gaining international recognition and earning his place among East Africa’s reggae greats.
Despite building a life there with his wife, whose identity he has always kept private, Madoxx said his decision to return to Uganda had nothing to do with personal strife or legal troubles.
“After achieving my personal goals, I just grew tired of life in Sweden,” he shared. “I felt it was time to come home, give back, and be part of Uganda’s growing music industry.”
His return to Uganda stirred both excitement and skepticism.
Some doubted whether he could reclaim his place in a rapidly evolving music scene, while others questioned his reasons for leaving Sweden in the first place.
Adjusting back to life in Uganda, he admits, wasn’t easy.
“The systems are completely different. It was a big adjustment,” he said. “But over time, I’ve managed to blend in, and I’m happy to be here.”
Now, years since his return, Madoxx remains a beloved figure in Ugandan music, proving that true artistry transcends borders—and gossip.
With his roots firmly replanted in his homeland, Madoxx continues to inspire a new generation of artists, not just with his music but with his honesty and resilience.
