Ronald Mugabe is a 33-year-old compelling Ugandan visual artist living and working in Kampala. He is celebrated for his bold and expressive f igurative portraits, primarily using acrylic on canvas. Born in Fort Portal, Uganda, Mugabe’s childhood was marked by significant challenges. After the passing of his mother and siblings, he spent years living on the streets of Kampala. In 2001, a local Ugandan organization began caring for him and other boys in similar circumstances. This period of support allowed him to pursue his love for art, which he had cultivated since childhood through sketching.