There’s something powerful about a final attempt and for Ugandan culinary icon Mama D, this one is about legacy, resilience, and national pride.
On June 1st at Velocity in Kyanja, Mama D will step into the spotlight once again, taking on the Guinness World Record for the longest cookathon, in what she has described as her final attempt. The target is no small feat surpassing the current record of 140 hours, 28 minutes, and 28 seconds, previously set by Evette Quoibia, a Liberian-Australian record holder.
This time, everything feels different.
After previous attempts that tested her endurance and spirit, Mama D returns more prepared, more focused, and more determined than ever. Lessons have been learned, strategies refined, and a stronger support system built around her. For her, this is no longer just about breaking a record it’s about proving that persistence pays off.
But she will not be alone in making history.
Sharing the same stage is Becky Bakes, a rising force in Uganda’s baking scene, who is attempting something Africa has never seen before the first-ever Bakeathonon the continent. Becky Bakes will be going after the record of 47 hours, 11 minutes, and 11 seconds, currently held by Alan Fisher, an Irish baker based in Japan.
Together, the two women represent a new wave of Ugandan excellence bold, fearless, and ready to push boundaries.
What makes this moment even more special is its symbolism. Two women. Two record attempts. One stage. One country watching.
Ugandans can expect more than just cooking and baking they can expect a spectacle of endurance, creativity, and community spirit. From non-stop culinary action to a vibrant atmosphere at Velocity, the event promises to be both historic and inspiring.
As Mama D steps into what she calls her final shot, and Becky Bakes pioneers a first for Africa, June 1st is shaping up to be more than just an event but a statementand the world is ready.
