Sammy Kasule was a prominent Ugandan bass player and vocalist, known for his work in African soukous and Afro-Cuban rhythms. Born in 1952, Kasule's music career saw him contribute to the development of contemporary East African music. He gained early recognition as a member of the influential Afrigo Band in Uganda before relocating. His notable career phase began when he co-founded the group Vundumuna in 1984, alongside guitarist Tabu Frantal and keyboardist Botango Bedjil. Vundumuna produced three memorable albums before disbanding in 1986.
After Vundumuna, Sammy Kasule led the Stockholm-based band Makonde, which combined African soukous and Afro-Cuban rhythms into a distinctive, pop-oriented sound. Makonde was a multicultural group, featuring musicians from Sweden, Zaire, and Gambia. Throughout his career, Kasule recorded many songs, and his discography includes the album Ekitoobero (2002) which features popular tracks such as "Ozze," "Twejjukanye," and the title track. He was recognized for his lifetime contributions to music, receiving the HiPipo Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017.