Jose Chameleone has finally turned a long-held dream into reality with the launch of Chameleone FM in Bujumbura, Burundi, marking a major milestone in his career beyond music.

The celebrated Ugandan music icon recently made headlines in Burundi after attending a high-profile event at the invitation of President Évariste Ndayishimiye. At the time, his visit sparked regional buzz, with Chameleone publicly expressing interest in investing in Burundi’s media and entertainment industry as a way of strengthening cultural ties between the two neighbouring countries.

For years, Chameleone’s ambition to own and operate a radio station had been widely talked about but never realised. The idea often resurfaced in interviews and public conversations, exciting fans before quietly fading away. As time passed, many observers began to view the plan as one of those big celebrity dreams that struggle to move from vision to execution.

That perception has now changed.

The launch of Chameleone FM fulfills a promise the Leone Island boss made directly to President Ndayishimiye during his December 2025 visit to Burundi. The station represents not just a personal achievement, but also a strategic investment into Burundi’s growing media landscape.

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Chameleone confirmed the development through a post on his social media accounts, where he shared the news with fans across the region. The announcement was met with excitement, particularly from his Burundian fan base, where the singer has enjoyed massive popularity for decades.

Beyond music, the move signals Chameleone’s expanding influence as a regional cultural entrepreneur. By stepping into broadcasting, he joins a growing list of African artists who are leveraging their brands to build lasting institutions in media and entertainment.

Chameleone FM is more than a radio station for Chameleone. It is the realization of a long-delayed vision, a symbol of cross border collaboration, and proof that some dreams only need time, persistence, and the right moment to come alive.

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