TAKEAWAYS

• Musician Catherine Kusasira wants NUP leader Bobi Wine to step up and help save Uganda’s dying music scene.
• During her interview on the Diaspora Connect UG podcast, Kusasira urged the politician to prioritize entertainers.
• The veteran star argued that musicians have struggled significantly since Bobi Wine entered active politics.

Veteran musician Catherine Kusasira has called on National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, to use his influence to help revive Uganda’s struggling music industry.

Speaking during an appearance on Flavia Namulindwa’s Diaspora Connect UG podcast, Kusasira was asked what message she would pass on to the two-time presidential candidate if she got an opportunity to meet him.

The singer said she would appeal to him to turn his attention back to the entertainment industry, arguing that musicians have faced increasing challenges since his entry into active politics.

“I would ask him to help revive the music industry,” Kusasira said.

When asked whether Bobi Wine had a responsibility to take up the matter, she responded affirmatively, insisting that his voice and influence could make a significant difference.

According to Kusasira, the industry has experienced a difficult period since the Bada singer ventured into politics and began pursuing the presidency.

She added that she understands the struggles musicians face and believes Bobi Wine is in a position to appreciate their concerns.

“I know the pain and the hustle musicians go through, and his voice would definitely mean a lot,” she said.