Community & Business
21 October, 2025
Rhythms of Africa coming to Pittsworth
As part of their Better Days: There Is Hope live tour, the Watoto Children's Choir from Uganda is coming to Pittsworth on November 8th to share personal stories of impact through African rhythms, contemporary gospel music, creative dancing and story-telling.
The choir will be performing for free at the Pittsworth Town Hall from 3pm.
This will be the group's fourth visit to Pittsworth, the last being in 2016 as part of their Oh, What Love tour.
The choir is a ministry of the holistic care organisation 'Watoto', based in Uganda.
Pittsworth local Maddy Mulungi, organiser of the event, said the production is more than just a concert.
"You're stepping into a vibrant celebration of hope, resilience and joy," she said.
Audiences can expect an energetic performance filled with faith-filled messages, cultural richness and most importantly hope.
"Interwoven with the music are powerful testimonies from the children, many of whom are orphans or have come from difficult experiences," Mrs Mulungi said.
"These stories reveal how their lives have been transformed through the love, care and support of the Watoto ministry.
"You can expect to be immersed in African culture through traditional instruments, Swahili or Luganda lyrics, and choreography that celebrates the spirit of Uganda."
Through her husband Diamond, a Ugandan native, Mrs Mulungi has a deep and personal connection to the country, that goes beyond a heart for mission.
She witnessed first-hand the impact of Watoto while living in Uganda between 2020 and 2022.
In that time, Mrs Mulungi visited the Watoto headquarters where a number of ministries focus on empowering women, educating young girls and rescuing neglected children.
She said the harsh reality of life in Uganda is that many babies are orphaned or abandoned, often found at bus stops, churches, hospitals or even by the side of the road.
Some of them have serious medical conditions, been abused, or suffer from physical and emotional trauma.
"I hope that the children's radiant smiles and infectious enthusiasm will remind people that no matter what they might be going through or how dark the world may seem at times, there is always hope and better days ahead," Mrs Mulungi said.
"It's a privilege and joy to bring a little part of Uganda to Pittsworth."
On the day, there will be sponsorship opportunities, and merchandise available to purchase.
For over 30 years, Watoto has sent out more than 100 choirs around the world to spread the message of God's love.
The group resumed performances in October 2023 after Covid-19 put the brakes on its world tour in 2020.
The present choir is the 121st choir to travel since its inception in 1994.
The choir has been touring parts of eastern Australia since arriving Down Under last month.
