George Wilberforce Kakoma | |
|---|---|
| Born | 27 July 1923 |
| Died | 8 April 2012 (aged 88) |
| Nationality | Ugandan |
| Alma mater | Durham University |
| Occupation | Composer |
| Notable work | "The Pearl of Africa" |
George Wilberforce Kakoma (27 July 1923 – 8 April 2012) was a Ugandan musician who wrote and composed "The Pearl of Africa", Uganda's national anthem. Kakoma's composition was first played publicly by the Police Band conducted by Mr. Moon on October 9, 1962 during Uganda's Independence Day Celebrations. He received a personal token of sh2,000 from the Prime Minister Milton Obete for his work.[1]