TAKEAWAYS

• Eddy Kenzo denies any involvement in the Nyange tracking device
• Confirms installations have started ahead of sensitization campaign
• Supports copyright law, saying artists will finally benefit from their music

Ugandan singer Eddy Kenzo has clarified that he has no connection or influence over the newly introduced “Nyange” device, which will be used to monitor how music is played across public spaces under the country’s copyright law.

Speaking on the matter, Kenzo dismissed claims linking him to the device simply because he has a song titled Nyange. He explained that the naming of the system has nothing to do with him and likened it to global platforms whose names exist independently of artists.

“Just like the people who created Spotify or Shazam had their own reasons for those names, the people behind Nyange also had their own idea. It has nothing to do with me.”

Kenzo further revealed that he was not involved at any stage of the device’s development and only learned about it like everyone else. According to him, multiple songs in Uganda share the name “Nyange,” making it unreasonable to tie the system to a single artist.

The Big Talent boss also confirmed that installation of the tracking devices has already started in various locations, with a nationwide sensitization campaign expected to follow soon.

“I wasn’t there when the device was being created. People should understand that this is bigger than any one artist.”

Addressing critics of the newly assented copyright law, Kenzo maintained that the debate is settled now that the law is in place. He emphasized that musicians stand to benefit directly when their music is played commercially, and the enforcement mechanisms are meant to ensure fair compensation.

Kenzo reassured fans that their listening experience will remain unchanged, noting that ordinary listeners already contribute to the industry by purchasing data and streaming music through telecom services.