Joshua Baraka (born 13 December 2000, in Kawempe) is a Ugandan recording artist and music producer. He grew up with music at home because his mother was a choir member. He moved through the tough Bwaise slum and later became a well-known musician in Uganda. Baraka gained recognition with his single "Nana" in 2023 and hits like "Wrong Places"which he released in 2025 He has released more than ten albums, including Baby Step, Belinda and Sana.
Baraka was born on 13 December 2000, in Kawempe, Kampala district to a Kenyan father and Ugandan mother. He began his primary education at various schools before completing it at Kitante Primary School. He attended Makerere College School for his O-level education and later pursued his A-level education at Mengo Senior School.
Baraka is a Ugandan singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. His music incorporates elements of Afrobeat, R&B, dancehall, and Amapiano.
Baraka's interest in music developed at an early age, influenced by his mother, who was a worship leader. He learned to play instruments such as the piano and guitar. In August 2021, he released his debut EP, Baby Steps, a four-track project that included the single "Be Me."
In 2023, Baraka released the single "Nana," which gained attention and appeared on music charts in Uganda and other East African countries. Following the success of the song, he released the EP Growing Pains, which included collaborations with Nigerian artist Magixx and Ghanaian rapper Yaw Tog.
In 2024, Baraka expanded Growing Pains into a deluxe edition, adding new tracks. One of the additions was "Alone," an Amapiano-influenced song featuring South African vocalist Nkosazana Daughter.
Baraka was selected as a Spotify RADAR Africa artist, a program aimed at promoting emerging African musicians. He announced plans to release a full-length studio album in 2025.
Baraka was presented by Talent Africa Group for his inaugural concert. Titled "INTO THE BRAKA LAND," the event was scheduled for November 29, 2025, at the Ndeere Cultural Center in Kampala.