“No Matter What You Say, The Fact Still Remains That Museveni’s Gov’t Turned You & Your Group Into Beggars” Bobi Wine Responds To Eddy Kenzo’s Recent Attack

Bobi Wine has launched a sharp critique of singer Eddy Kenzo and his federation members, accusing them of prioritizing short-term handouts over long-term artistic empowerment. His remarks follow Kenzo’s earlier criticism of Bobi Wine’s stance on government funding for musicians, where Bobi allegedly referred to them as “beggars.”

“Kenzo and his federation members were very upset when I spoke out against the culture of handouts. They asked, ‘How can he call us beggars?’” Bobi Wine remarked.

He highlighted the irony that only months later, the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) accepted UGX 30 billion in taxpayer money without addressing core issues like copyright protection that undermine the industry.

Bobi Wine emphasized the need for structural reforms in the music industry rather than relying on temporary financial aid. He argued that ensuring artists retain control over their intellectual property and earn from their work is a more sustainable solution to the challenges facing Ugandan musicians.

“What good is UGX 30 billion if artists still can’t control the rights to their creations?” he asked.

Eddy Kenzo, a celebrated musician and head of the UNMF, has yet to respond directly to Bobi Wine’s criticism. Under Kenzo’s leadership, the federation secured the UGX 30 billion funding, a move that has received mixed reactions. While some viewed it as a lifeline for struggling artists, others criticized it as a politically motivated, short-sighted measure.

Bobi Wine’s comments reflect broader frustrations within Uganda’s creative industry, where many feel that government interventions lack long-term vision. He urged musicians to unite and push for meaningful reforms rather than settling for temporary financial incentives.

“True empowerment comes from lasting change, not handouts,” he concluded.

Bobi Wine has launched a sharp critique of singer Eddy Kenzo and his federation members, accusing them of prioritizing short-term handouts over long-term artistic empowerment. His remarks follow Kenzo’s earlier criticism of Bobi Wine’s stance on government funding for musicians, where Bobi allegedly referred to them as “beggars.”

“Kenzo and his federation members were very upset when I spoke out against the culture of handouts. They asked, ‘How can he call us beggars?’” Bobi Wine remarked.

He highlighted the irony that only months later, the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) accepted UGX 30 billion in taxpayer money without addressing core issues like copyright protection that undermine the industry.

Bobi Wine emphasized the need for structural reforms in the music industry rather than relying on temporary financial aid. He argued that ensuring artists retain control over their intellectual property and earn from their work is a more sustainable solution to the challenges facing Ugandan musicians.

“What good is UGX 30 billion if artists still can’t control the rights to their creations?” he asked.

Eddy Kenzo, a celebrated musician and head of the UNMF, has yet to respond directly to Bobi Wine’s criticism. Under Kenzo’s leadership, the federation secured the UGX 30 billion funding, a move that has received mixed reactions. While some viewed it as a lifeline for struggling artists, others criticized it as a politically motivated, short-sighted measure.

Bobi Wine’s comments reflect broader frustrations within Uganda’s creative industry, where many feel that government interventions lack long-term vision. He urged musicians to unite and push for meaningful reforms rather than settling for temporary financial incentives.

“True empowerment comes from lasting change, not handouts,” he concluded.