The four-day festival, which opened its doors to attendees on Thursday, attracted thousands of visitors from around the globe to experience a vibrant celebration of music, culture, and artistic expression.

Despite the festival's significant popularity, religious leaders in Busoga have voiced concerns over its impact on local values, claiming it promotes immorality, witchcraft, and promiscuity

For its 9th edition, Nyege Nyege will offer a "Nyege in the City" itinerary that showcases various Jinja City attractions, including guided city tours, fine dining, and water activities on the Nile River.