Ugandan wins Sh5m Tusker Project Fame award

Davis Hillary Ntare from Kampala performs during the Tusker Project Fame show on November 7, 2010. On Sunday, Davis emerged winner of the reality show. Photo/ELVIS OGINA

Uganda's Davis Ntare on Sunday emerged the winner of Tusker Project Fame reality show to walk away with Sh5 million.

Kenyans Stephen Nyabwa and Amileena Mwenesi secure third and fourth place respectively.

Tanzania's Peter Msechu claimed second place.

A total of 18 contestants were in the running to be the fourth winner in the reality show but only 15 of them made it into the academy.

They include Kenya’s Stephen Nyabwa, Prudence Kibaya, Juvenalia Ochieng’ and Amileena Mwenesi.

Uganda was represented by Davis Ntare, Rachel Namubiru and Thomas Madooba, while Rwanda had Elizabeth Gaga, Gilbert Gabiro and Atete Gaëlle.

Aneth Kushaba, Leah Mwambogela and Peter Msechu represented Tanzania.

Southern Sudan managed to get Kuonck Deng and Paleki Obur in, who were both excited for their country to be recognised and involved in this year’s reality show.

During the eight weeks at the academy, the contestants were coached on how to improve their music careers including voice, instrument, dance and performing skills.