Bruno K’s TikTok Show Raises Shs12 Million for Boda Boda Rider Whose Bike Was Stolen
KAMPALA, UGANDA – Ugandan singer Bruno K has mobilized his TikTok followers to raise Shs12 million in support of a boda boda rider whose motorcycle was reportedly stolen.
The funds were collected during a live TikTok session hosted by Bruno K, where fans and well-wishers contributed money to help the rider replace his stolen bike. The initiative quickly gained momentum, with viewers sending in donations throughout the broadcast.
According to sources close to the fundraiser, the boda boda rider had been left stranded after thieves made off with his motorcycle, his primary source of income. The loss sparked sympathy online, prompting Bruno K to use his platform to rally financial support.
Supporters praised the singer for leveraging social media to make a positive impact, noting that TikTok live sessions have increasingly become a tool for community fundraising in Uganda.
Boda boda riders across the country often depend entirely on their motorcycles to support their families. The Shs12 million raised is expected to go toward purchasing a replacement bike and helping the victim get back on the road.
Bruno K has not yet commented on whether similar fundraising initiatives will continue, but fans have applauded the effort as an example of how digital platforms can be used for social good.
