About Akite Agnes
Akite Agnes (born 19 March 1983) is a Ugandan stand-up comedian, actress, MC and philanthropist, popularly known for her role as Arach in the series The Hostel. She was born in Kampala, Uganda, to Anthony and Hellen Opio, and earned a bachelor of arts degree in tourism from Makerere University. After being cast in The Hostel in 2009, she began her stand-up career in 2014 with a group called The Punchliners and later joined Comedy Files before going solo in 2018. Her style of stand-up is observational comedy, pointing out the funny side of daily life and sometimes using self-deprecation, while she avoids political humour. On 23 October 2024 she hosted her first solo show at the national theatre, titled Son of Opio. She is also the co-founder and CEO of the Arise Woman Foundation, which advocates for and empowers women and youth.
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8:00Akite Agnes(Uganda) - Silly Questions Deserve Silly Answers...
Daniel Wambua Ndambuki
158.9K views
7:03Alex Muhangi Comedy Store August 2018 - Akite Agnes
Alex Emix Muhangi
90.8K views
8:32Alex Muhangi Comedy Store Nov 2018 - AKITE AGNES
Alex Emix Muhangi
30.7K views
11:50Comedy Store Uganda Aug 2022 - Akite Agnes
Alex Emix Muhangi
28.3K views
6:45Alex Muhangi Comedy Store Oct 2018 - Akite Agnes
Alex Emix Muhangi
26.9K views
4:23Alex Muhangi Comedy Store August 2018 - Akite Agnes (Fresh)
Alex Emix Muhangi
23.7K views
7:39Comedy Store Uganda Nov 2022 - Akite Agnes
Alex Emix Muhangi
22.1K views
4:49Comedy Store Uganda (Scientific) Feb 2021 - Akite Agnes Tomatoes
Alex Emix Muhangi
20.4K views
3:12Alex Muhangi Comedy Store Feb 2019 - Akite Agnes
Alex Emix Muhangi
17.8K views
4:50Akite Agnes - Comedy Store Uganda Aug 2024
Alex Emix Muhangi
7.2K views
0:39Alex Muhangi Comedy Store Sept 2020 - Akite Agnes (COVID Experiences)
Alex Emix Muhangi
5.1K viewsChannels on this page: Daniel Wambua Ndambuki, Alex Emix Muhangi
Frequently asked questions
What role is Akite Agnes known for?
Akite Agnes is popularly known for playing Arach in the series The Hostel, in which she was cast in 2009.
Where is Akite Agnes from?
Akite Agnes was born in Kampala, Uganda, on 19 March 1983, and earned a bachelor of arts degree in tourism from Makerere University.
How did Akite Agnes start stand-up?
She began her stand-up career in 2014 with a group called The Punchliners, later joined Comedy Files and went solo in 2018.
What is Akite Agnes's comedy style?
Her stand-up is observational, pointing out the funny side of daily life and sometimes using self-deprecation, and she stays away from political humour.
What was Son of Opio?
Son of Opio was Akite Agnes's first solo show, which she hosted at the national theatre on 23 October 2024.
What is the Arise Woman Foundation?
The Ugandan comedian is co-founder and CEO of the Arise Woman Foundation, which advocates for and empowers women and youth.
