KAMPALA, Uganda — Ugandan musician Ava Peace has publicly denied claims linking her to a series of private videos that have been circulating on WhatsApp groups and social media platforms, insisting that she is not the woman featured in the footage.
The singer broke her silence on Wednesday after the clips triggered widespread discussion online, becoming the latest controversy involving alleged celebrity intimate-content leaks in Uganda.
The development comes days after private images and videos allegedly linked to socialite Kirabo Kisitu circulated widely on social media, reigniting conversations about online privacy, cyber harassment and the non-consensual sharing of intimate content.
In a statement shared on her social media platforms, Ava Peace said she felt compelled to address the matter after the speculation gained momentum online.
“I’m never unnecessarily bothered by unpredicted internet flames but for this one it’s too much,” she wrote.
The musician said she had invested significant effort in building her career and public image and expressed frustration over what she described as attempts to associate her with content that does not belong to her.
“We go through a lot to put the name out to where it’s heard. This is NOT me,” she stated.
Ava Peace further argued that there are clear physical differences between herself and the woman appearing in the videos.
“In one of the videos there’s a lady and a man but I’ve never gained that weight in my life. Even a fool can see that it ain’t my face,” she added.
The singer suggested that individuals with malicious intentions may be behind the circulation of the rumours but maintained confidence that the truth would prevail.
“But just coz there are determined forces of evil don’t mean God’s Fair Hand won’t prevail,” she said.
The videos have generated significant discussion across social media platforms, with some users accepting the singer’s explanation while others continued to speculate about the identity of the woman featured in the footage.
The incident has once again highlighted concerns about the rapid spread of unverified content online and the reputational consequences that can arise when individuals are falsely linked to intimate material.
Digital rights advocates have repeatedly warned that misidentifying people in private images or videos can cause serious emotional distress, reputational damage and online harassment.
The controversy comes amid increasing concern about privacy breaches and cyber harassment involving public figures.
Ugandan law provides protections against cyber harassment, offensive communication and the non-consensual distribution of intimate content.
Legal experts have previously noted that individuals who unlawfully share private material or falsely attribute such content to others may face legal consequences depending on the circumstances.
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Ava Peace joins a growing list of Ugandan celebrities who have publicly denied or responded to claims linking them to intimate content circulated online.
Among the public figures who have previously found themselves at the centre of similar controversies are socialite and comedian Martha Kay, media personality Anita Fabiola, socialite Shanitah Namuyimbwa and socialite Zari Hassan.
The recurring incidents have underscored the risks associated with digital platforms, where images and videos can be rapidly shared, manipulated or incorrectly attributed, often leaving lasting reputational consequences.
Ava Peace has not indicated whether she intends to pursue legal action over the circulation of the videos or the claims linking her to the footage.
