Bebe Cool says his Break The Chains album is already proving successful, revealing it has generated $70,000 and is close to fully recouping distribution costs despite early criticism.
Eddy Kenzo has addressed concerns about viral AI-generated images involving female fans, assuring the public that his wife Phiona Nyamutoro understands the nature of fame while also calling for tighter AI regulations.
While fans fell in love with Njalwala for its deep romantic feel, singer Aaronx has revealed that the hit song was actually inspired by one of the darkest moments in his life — his mother’s life-threatening surgery. In an emotional recount, the artist shared how thoughts of possibly losing the woman who raised and rescued him countless times moved him to pour all his pain into the song.
Dax Vibez says his nephew Churchill’s independence after being denied the NUP ticket is proof that the Ssentamu family raises resilient leaders who can stand on their own.
Joshua Baraka, one of Uganda’s fastest-rising stars, says he has already achieved most of his childhood dreams — from flying around the world to befriending artists he once admired. The Wrong Places singer now plans to give back by setting up a free, high-quality recording studio for young talents.
Ugandan sensation Joshua Baraka has expressed excitement after landing a nomination for Artist of the Year at the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa, a recognition celebrating Africa’s most inspiring digital creators
Eddy Kenzo has backtracked on his decision to quit the Uganda National Musicians Federation, saying he was advised by members and officials to remain patient as internal differences are resolved.
Pallaso says the Uganda National Musicians Federation operates like a Parliament of musicians, separate from politics, and calls on artists to put their political differences aside for the good of the industry.
Ugandan artist and UNMF president Eddy Kenzo has announced plans to resign from his leadership role, citing government interference and delays in releasing the remaining UGX 5 billion meant for the artists’ SACCO. Kenzo says the Ministry of Finance has sidelined the Federation by sending funds directly to associations, a move he calls “a plot to divide musicians.” He plans to officially step down after returning from Acholi, marking the end of his two-year tenure as UNMF president.
Singer Ykee Benda has called out Eddy Kenzo for using the Uganda National Musicians Federation to launch the Museveni Campaign Album, accusing him of turning it into a money-making venture that sidelined other artists. Benda insists the project should have been a personal initiative rather than a Federation affair.
Eddy Kenzo has cleared the air on rumors suggesting bad blood between him and Bebe Cool over NRM campaign funds, saying they frequently communicate and share the same political mission. The Bolingo hitmaker emphasized unity among artists supporting President Museveni and credited the campaign’s success to overwhelming public enthusiasm.
Minister of State for Energy, Phiona Nyamutoro, defends President Museveni, saying no young presidential candidate has a vision better than his. She highlights the gradual transformation Uganda has seen under his leadership.
Eddy Kenzo has made it clear that the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) will not fund musicians aligned with Bobi Wine’s National Unity Platform (NUP). The singer emphasized that the funds they operate with were provided by the NRM government, saying, “You cannot bite the hand that fed you.” Kenzo added that if another government takes power, they’ll renegotiate, but for now, UNMF’s operations remain tied to NRM support.
Ugandan singer and UNMF president Eddy Kenzo has defended the musicians’ SACCO, saying it operates transparently and has achieved remarkable growth. Kenzo revealed that profits jumped from Shs 30 million to over Shs 70 million within a year. He urged artists to meet repayment obligations, warning that loan defaulters risk losing future support or even facing jail.