• Reign says Maulana & Reign are unmatched and beyond comparison in Ugandan comedy
  • He comments on Swahaba Kasumba’s conversion while preparing for Hijrah
  • Comedians warned to fairly distribute UGX 3 billion government funding

Comedian Reign, one half of the comedy duo Maulana & Reign, has confidently declared himself and his partner the best comedy group in Uganda, dismissing comparisons with other popular acts such as Madrat & Chiko.

Reign made the remarks while responding to a question about ongoing comparisons between comedy duos in the country. According to him, Maulana & Reign operate on a completely different level, both in style and execution, making any comparison unnecessary.

He argued that their brand of comedy is distinct and cannot be matched by individual comedians or groups currently active in the industry.

“If you want to compare us, you would have to combine several top comedians like Madrat, Chiko, Alex Muhangi, MC Mariachi, Tumbetu and others just to get close,” Reign said. “We are the crème de la crème. There is no one who does what we do better.”

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Reign also addressed personal matters during the same conversation, revealing that he was travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hijrah, a religious pilgrimage. While speaking about faith, he commented on his longtime friend and former Muslim gospel singer Swahaba Kasumba, who recently converted to traditional beliefs.

According to Reign, Kasumba’s decision was a test of faith that did not end well, although he acknowledged that personal struggles may have influenced the change.

Reign noted that he intends to pray for Kasumba during his pilgrimage, adding that he understands the pressures that can push individuals toward difficult decisions.

Separately, the comedian issued a caution regarding the UGX 3 billion government funding reportedly allocated to comedians to strengthen the entertainment industry. He urged beneficiaries to ensure transparency and fairness in distributing the funds.

Reign stressed that the money should benefit the entire comedy fraternity rather than a select few, warning that misuse could harm unity within the industry.