Kampala Concert Fuels Debate: Ugandan Artists Outraged Over Pay Gap

Kampala Concert Sparks Debate Over Pay Disparity: Ugandan Artists Voice Frustration Kampala, Uganda – The recent Africa Coffee Park Marathon concert, headlined by Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz, has ignited a heated debate about the financial disparities within the Ugandan music industry. Local artists are expressing outrage over what they perceive as unfair compensation compared to their international counterparts. The controversy erupted after rumors surfaced regarding Platnumz's reported fee of $750,000 USD. This figure, while unconfirmed, has been widely circulated on social media and discussed on radio shows, such as 106.5 NRG Radio UG, which created a video highlighting the issue. "I don't see how this makes sense," stated a radio host from NRG Radio UG in a recent broadcast. "Many people are not happy with the fact that Diamond arrived in a chopper, while local artists are earning peanuts." The video features clips from the concert and comments from other artists and DJs, further emphasizing the feeling of injustice. The situation underscores the challenges faced by Ugandan musicians in securing fair compensation, raising questions about the equitable distribution of resources within the entertainment industry. The event's organizers have yet to publicly address the controversy. The situation highlights a need for greater transparency and fairness in the Ugandan music industry, ensuring that local talent receives the recognition and compensation they deserve.