Ugandan music scene was rocked by an explosive controversy as singer Latinum publicly accused fellow artist Ray G of using witchcraft to sabotage his career.
The allegations surfaced during an impromptu Instagram Live session late Wednesday night, where Latinum claimed that Ray G had resorted to supernatural means to hinder his success following a fallout over a failed collaboration.
Latinum, known for hits like "Baabo" and "Zimeena," alleged that Ray G, a rising star from Mbarara famed for tracks like "Make a Way," had consulted a witch doctor to cast spells aimed at derailing his musical momentum.
“I’ve been quiet for too long, but it’s clear now—Ray G is behind my struggles. He’s using witchcraft because he can’t compete fairly,” Latinum declared to his stunned followers.
He cited a string of misfortunes—canceled shows, studio equipment malfunctions, and a dip in streams as evidence of Ray G’s supposed dark arts.
In 2024, the two artists planned a joint project that never materialized. Sources close to Latinum allege Ray G pulled out at the last minute, citing creative differences, though rumors swirled that Ray G’s camp feared Latinum was trying to ride his coattails amid Ray G’s growing popularity in western Uganda and beyond.
Latinum, however, framed the collapse as the beginning of a targeted campaign against him, now escalating to accusations of the occult.
Ray G, who has built a reputation for his smooth vocals and relatable lyrics, swiftly denied the claims in a Thursday morning post on X.
“I don’t do witchcraft. My success comes from hard work and God’s blessings. Latinum is just bitter because he can’t keep up.”
This isn’t the first time witchcraft allegations have stirred Uganda’s entertainment industry. In 2023, singer Sheebah Karungi faced similar whispers from detractors, which she brushed off as jealousy-fueled gossip.
Belief in witchcraft remains widespread in Uganda, often invoked to explain misfortune or rivalries, and Latinum’s claims tap into that cultural undercurrent.
During his livestream, he promised to unveil “proof” in the coming days, hinting at screenshots of alleged conversations with a mutual acquaintance who claimed Ray G visited a shrine in Mityana.