Reach A Hand Africa launches the 2026 Beyond The Canvas edition in Kampala, headlined by Nick Vujicic, spotlighting inclusion, disability empowerment, and youth talent development.
The Uganda Film Festival will screen more than 50 Ugandan films across major cinemas from May 25 to June 4, highlighting the continued growth of Uganda’s film industry and giving local filmmakers greater mainstream exposure.
Lil Pazo has stepped into the ongoing feud between Eddy Kenzo and Ziza Bafana, offering to mediate and calling for unity within Uganda’s music industry.
Ziza Bafana has launched a scathing attack on Eddy Kenzo over the Uganda National Musicians Federation fund, raising concerns about borrowing terms while questioning the singer’s musical ability and long-term legacy.
Kasuku argues that musicians should not expect government subsidies if their work does not directly contribute to national economic output like other sectors such as agriculture.
Mubarak Munyagwa says Eddy Kenzo’s remarks about Kadongo Kamu artists were misunderstood, arguing that modern musicians simply have more ways to earn from their craft.
Ziza Bafana has criticized Eddy Kenzo and the UNMF SACCO over alleged missing savings and inaccessible loan funds, warning that the confusion could destroy trust among musicians.
Singer Sama Sojah says Uganda’s music industry needs stronger professional oversight, arguing that musicians alone should not be responsible for policy and regulatory leadership.
Veteran singer Iryn Namubiru has shared the real reason she joined music, saying it was purely out of passion and never because she was inspired by anyone else’s fame, lifestyle, or material success.
Pallaso says Eddy Kenzo’s controversial comments about Kadongo Kamu legends were widely misunderstood, arguing that piracy and limited earning channels prevented older musicians from building wealth despite their timeless music.