The festive season usually sparkles with extravagance in Uganda, as diaspora Ugandans, affectionately known as “basummers,” return home, pockets supposedly brimming with cheer and cash. But this year, the glitter seems dimmer, and socialite Bad Black is the first to notice the basummers.
In a candid interview with Spark TV, Bad Black, known for her bluntness, painted a stark picture of a subdued December. “The basummer this year are broke,” she declared, likening their enthusiasm to “endless bedbug yawns.”
Traditionally, December sees a parade of flashy cars, lavish parties, and generous gifts from basummer eager to impress. But Bad Black found herself relying solely on the generosity of locals, singling out Ugandan businessman Don Nasser as a standout.
The contrast to last year’s windfall, where Bad Black claims to have amassed a cool USD130,000 by December’s end, is stark. This year, the promised opulence has fizzled, leaving basummer labeled “bedbugs” buzzing with less financial buzz.
Is this a blip in the basummers bonanza, or a sign of changing times? While Bad Black might mourn the missing extravagance, some might see a shift towards more modest celebrations. Perhaps, true connections and shared moments hold more value than flashy displays of wealth.
Whatever the reason, this December’s festivities hold a different rhythm. And while Bad Black might miss the clinking of champagne flutes, others might find joy in simpler melodies shared between loved ones. Whatever the tune, it’s a reminder that the holidays, just like life, don’t always follow a predictable script. Sometimes, the most cherished moments come wrapped in quiet joy, not ostentatious displays.
December night life ! Bad Black analyses #DailySoup pic.twitter.com/4yw1nvrzEV
— SPARK TV (@sparktvuganda) December 19, 2023
