Jose Chameleone’s son expecting first child with American girlfriend
By Ascah Mwango, April 21, 2026The Mayanja musical dynasty is officially welcoming a new generation.
Ugandan music icon Jose Chameleone, real name Joseph Mayanja, is set to become a grandfather for the first time after his eldest son, Abba Marcus Mayanja, announced he is expecting a child with his girlfriend.
The news surfaced in April 2026 as the young couple took to social media to document their journey.
Abba, who is currently based in the United States where he has been pursuing his education and career, shared the update alongside his partner, identified as Angel.
According to reports detailing the social media reveal on April 19, 2026, the expectant mother is approximately 19 weeks pregnant.
Abba, 20, has lived in the US for several years, moving away from the bright lights of Kampala to focus on his academic and athletic pursuits as a competitive swimmer
The couple has been open about their excitement, sharing a series of videos and photos with their followers that highlight their relationship and the milestones of the pregnancy journey so far.
While the “Leone Island” boss, Jose Chameleone, has often been in the headlines for his health struggles—with Abba previously speaking out about his father’s “lifestyle choices”—this latest update marks a pivot toward a more celebratory family milestone.
For Jose Chameleone, who has dominated the East African music scene for over two decades with hits several hit songs, the news marks a significant personal transition.
At 46, the singer is now preparing for a role quite different from the “Doctor” persona his fans adore.
Abba Marcus first found fame in Uganda as a child star, both as an elite swimmer and a budding rapper under the name ‘Abba T-Rex,’ before relocating to the United States.
Now, as the couple nears the halfway mark of the pregnancy, the focus has shifted firmly to the impending arrival of Chameleone’s first grandchild.