Desire Luzinda, born Rachael Desire Luzinda on August 15, 1984, is a Ugandan-American singer, songwriter, media personality, and philanthropist with a diverse career spanning pop and gospel music, media hosting, and humanitarian efforts.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Racheal Desire Luzinda |
| Date of Birth | 15 August 1984 |
| Place of Birth | Mulago Referral Hospital, Kampala, Uganda |
| Nationality | Ugandan-American |
| Partner | Sam Lucas Lubyogo (Levixone) |
| Children | Michelle Heather Kaddu |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter, media personality, philanthropist |
| Labels | Fenon Records (early career), Independent |
| Net Worth | $200,000 – $600,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born Racheal Desire Luzinda on August 15, 1984, at Mulago Referral Hospital in Kampala, Uganda, she is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Luzinda.
Her father served both as a Cabinet Minister during Amin’s regime and later as a legislator. She began her education at Buganda Road Primary School, completed her O-Levels at Omega College, and A-Levels at Makerere High School.
She enrolled at Makerere University to study Development Economics but left after her second year to pursue music. Later, in 2020, she earned a Medical Assistant certificate from San Leandro Adult School in California.
Career
Desire Luzinda began her career in media, hosting live television programs on WBS TV between 2005 and 2007. She later co-hosted an evening radio show on Dembe FM in 2011. Around the same time, she was also building her music career, releasing her debut single “Nakowa Emikwano” in 2006.
Over the years, she released several albums and EPs, including Nina Omwami, Nkomyewo, Nyumirwa Nyo, Eliiso, and Transition.
In 2018, she shifted her focus towards gospel music, dedicating her work to ministry by producing worship songs like “Never Give Up” and leading worship events internationally.
More recently, she has released the EP Mubiite and the single Muntu Wange, continuing to blend her musical talent with her spiritual calling.
Personal Life
Desire Luzinda is a mother to her daughter, Michelle Heather Kaddu, who was born in 2004 and currently lives and studies in California.
In 2025, she became engaged to gospel artist Sam Lucas Lubyogo, also known as Levixone, with whom she shares a strong partnership rooted in their shared ministry and faith journey.
Controversies
In November 2014, private photos of Luzinda were leaked by a former partner, triggering national discussions about privacy and revenge porn. Luzinda addressed the issue publicly, including on the BBC, and has since become an advocate against digital harassment of women.
Desire Luxinda Net Worth
As of 2025, Desire Luzinda’s net worth is estimated between the range of $200,000 to $600,000, garnered through her music career and other entrepreneurial ventures.
Discography
Albums and EPs
- Nina Omwami (2008)
- Nkomyewo (EP, 2008)
- Nyumirwa Nyo (2012)
- Eliiso (2016)
- Transition (2018)
- Mubiite (EP, 2024) (2025)
Selected singles
- Muntu Wange (2025)
- Nafuna Yesu” (2024),
- “Halleluah” (2023)
- “I Over Come” (2022)
- “Tonoonya” (2020)
- “Damn” feat. Chozen Blood (2018).
Awards and Recognitions
- PAM Awards: Best New Artiste (2007), Best Female Artiste (2007), Best AfroBeat Single (Nyumirwa Nyo) (2008)
- HiPipo Music Awards: Best Reggae Song (2014)
- African Crown Music Awards (Sweden): Artiste of the Year (2016)
- Abryanz Style & Fashion Awards: Most Stylish Female Artiste (2016)
- MTN CallerTunez Awards: Most Downloaded Caller Tune (Kitone) (2017)
