President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni recently met with over 100 musicians at State House, Entebbe, in a gathering organized by the Commissioner of Patriotism in the Office of the President, Hellen Seku.
The meeting, led by Uganda Musicians Federation President Eddy Kenzo, highlighted the government’s commitment to supporting the music industry and promoting national development.
During the discussions, President Museveni reaffirmed the government’s backing of the music sector and encouraged musicians to use their platform to spread the National Resistance Movement (NRM)’s wealth creation message.
He emphasized that music can be a powerful tool in advancing the government’s efforts to reduce poverty and improve the livelihoods of Ugandans.
The president also urged the artists to remain patriotic and to create songs that positively contribute to the nation’s development.
He directed Commissioner Seku to organize patriotism and ideological training for musicians by the end of the year, stressing the importance of national unity and development.
Museveni cautioned against engaging in politics based on identity, such as tribe and religion, which he said could lead to division and hinder progress.
Instead, he encouraged the musicians to advocate for politics based on shared interests, which he believes is essential for the country’s prosperity.
Eddy Kenzo took the opportunity to raise concerns about the lack of protection for their intellectual property, urging the president to expedite the process of passing the copyright law.
The musicians expressed their gratitude to President Museveni for the meeting and pledged to support government programs aimed at socio-economic transformation in Uganda.
The meeting was also attended by the Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Betty Amongi, and the Minister of State for Gender and Culture, Peace Mutuuzo, among other officials.
