This will be Mugabi’s first time performing in Asia, since the start of his professional artistic career. Mugabi will read from his award-nominated, Ugandan bestselling debut novel-memoir “Dear Philomena,” and from his debut chapbook “Songs For Wo(Men)”; as well as perform songs from his award-nominated, label bestselling mixtape “Songs For Wo(Men) 2”. Interweaving his life story of travel, resilience, privilege and perseverance; as a three-time stroke survivor who defied his intended death date given to him by the doctors twice.

From a childhood in Nigeria, Sudan, Bangladesh, Cambodia and Uganda. To adulthood in the U.S.A, Canada and Uganda; returning to Cambodia currently for the first time since 2005. Mugabi will trace his story through art as a medium of expression and connection; and his mission to educate, connect, and inspire others through his art and advocacy for all marginalized peoples. Mugabi will have copies of both of his books, posters, mixtapes and t-shirts for sale. Mugabi will answer any questions after the reading and performance.