Rodney Kefas Namisi, known professionally as Kefas Brand,[1][2] is a Ugandan actor, film director, artist and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Lot Fire Records an independent music recording company based in Uganda.
Kefas Brand | |
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| Born | Rodney Kefas Namisi May 24, 2001 Mbale (post 2001) |
| Education | Makerere University |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Film director |
| Years active | 2014 - present |
| Organization(s) | Lot Fire Records, Think TV Uganda |
| Known for | Acting |
| Partner | Katushabe Fridaus (2023 - 2024) |
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| Website | kefasbrand |
Early life
editKefas Brand was born on May 24, 2001 to Sir Samuel Kefa Namisi and Mariam Namisi.[3] Growing up in Mbale and later residing in Kampala, he is the elder sibling of Princess Praise Elizabeth, Namisi Govin Emma, and Namisi Arnold Paul.[4]
Education background
editHe attended Seroma Christian High School in Mukono and later graduated in Mass communication and media management at Makerere University in 2023..[3]
Career
editHis journey into film acting began during his elementary school years, where he served as the entertainment prefect.[3] His professional film acting career started in 2020 with the release of his first film, "Lucky Winner",[5] which was produced under the guidance of Think Tv Uganda. Kefas Brand is known for acting inspirational and advocacy films.[6]
Personal life
editKefas Brand is the second child among four siblings belonging to the Namisi family. His siblings are Namisi Eric Vincent, the firstborn, Namisi Arnold Paul, Namisi Govin Emma, and Princess Elizabeth Praise.[7] In 2023-2024, Kefas Brand was previously in a romantic partnership with Katushabe Fridaus, an actress based in Uganda.[8]
Community activism
editKefas Brand supported the homeless children in his hometown with aid.[9]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2023 | Life on Our Planet[10] | Kefas Brand |
| 2011 | Lucky Winner[5] | Kefas Brand |
| 2017 | Hungry Man | Kefas Brand |
| 2020 | The Power of A Slap | Kefas Brand |
| 2019 | How police deal with thieves in Uganda[11] | Kefas Brand |
References
edit- ^ Stories, Local (15 July 2024). "Meet Kefas Brand | Actor and Media Personality". SHOUTOUT LA. Retrieved 20 October 2024.
- ^ "Meet Kefas Brand". Bold Journey Magazine. 24 October 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ a b c Articles, S. A. T. (21 October 2024). "Exclusive Interview: Delving into Kefas Brand's Acting Odyssey - South Africa Today". Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ BigEyeUg (24 February 2023). "Kefas Brand is making Uncomfortable conversations comfortable – One Exciting Youth". BigEye.UG. Retrieved 20 October 2024.
- ^ a b Wandati, Michael (6 February 2024). "Lucky Winner: Kefas Brand's cinematic success and diverse persona". Kampala Dispatch. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ Kevin Troy, Ajuna (1 February 2024). "Kefas Brand:Captivating Countless Fans as a Movie Star". 91.3 Capital FM. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ Musaasizi, Brian. "KEFAS BRAND;How he rose to stardom and other interesting facts to know about him". Red Pepper (newspaper). Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ Waswa, Samson (22 October 2023). "Actor Kefas Brand talks work and romance with model Fridaus Katushabe". Pulse Uganda. Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ Musaasizi, Brian (28 February 2023). "A new look, feel for Kids in need-Actor Kefas Brand gives back to children". Red Pepper (newspaper). Retrieved 20 October 2024.
- ^ WASWA, SAMSON (24 October 2023). "Uganda's Kefas Brand impresses in Netflix's 'Life on our Planet' series". Pulse Uganda. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ "Ugandan Film Industry Soaring with Kefas Brand". News Ghana. 31 January 2024. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
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