Ugandan musician Pius Mayanja aka Pallaso is said to be in danger after being attacked by a xenophobic mob in South Africa on Wednesday evening.

The singer revealed in a live video via Facebook that he was driving with a friend when he was attacked by a mob of over 100 people including children who were holding stones, sticks and machetes.

“They attacked us and beat us up. I managed to run but they kept running after me. Am currently hiding in a garage at a school. Please pray for me, I need help,” said Pallaso who was shedding tears.

Pallaso further revealed that he was in too much pain as he had been hit with stones, pierced and cut by his attackers. He linked the brutal attack to xenophobia.

Uganda Daily understands that he decided extend his stay to visit friends and shoot a music video.

However, basing on the latest information received, He has been rescued by the South African Police and taken to the hospital for medical attention and he is not in such a bad shape as earlier reported, by other sources. Therefore, take heart, everything is under control.

Pallaso is a brother to singers Jose Chameleons and Weasel of the Radio and Weasel duo.

We shall keep you updated.