Ugandan heartthrob Joshua Baraka has just shaken the African music scene after releasing a sizzling remix of his hit song “Morocco” featuring Jamaican superstar Shenseea and producer Axon. The surprise collaboration dropped on 13 February 2026 and fans are already calling it one of the biggest East Africa Caribbean crossovers of the year.
The original “Morocco” was already a fan favorite thanks to its smooth Afro fusion vibe and romantic lyrics, but the remix takes things to another level. Shenseea slides in with her signature dancehall energy, adding spice, attitude, and global appeal that instantly transforms the track into an international club anthem.
Sources close to the project reveal the collaboration had been quietly in the works for months, with Baraka reportedly keen on expanding his sound beyond Africa. And it worked. Within hours of release, snippets were already circulating across TikTok and Instagram, with fans praising the unexpected chemistry between the Ugandan star and the Jamaican queen.
Music lovers across East Africa are celebrating the moment as a major win for Ugandan music on the global stage. Landing a feature from Shenseea, who has collaborated with international stars and released charting projects like her 2024 album “Never Gets Late Here,” signals Baraka’s growing influence beyond the continent.
Social media reactions have been explosive. Some fans declared Baraka “Uganda’s next global export,” while others joked that the remix “just turned Valentine’s weekend into a Caribbean vacation.” DJs are also predicting heavy rotation in clubs from Kampala to Nairobi and beyond.
Industry insiders say this collaboration could open doors for more Afro dancehall partnerships between African and Caribbean artists. If the early reception is anything to go by, Joshua Baraka may have just crossed into a new league.
One thing is clear. Uganda is watching. And the world might soon be listening too.


