Veteran events promoter Abbey Musinguzi, aka Abtex Promotions has come out swinging at Eddy Kenzo, calling him the most selfish artist in Uganda right now. And listen, he revealed all the Huge losses they make because of him.
Speaking to reporters, Abtex accused the Big Talent boss of squeezing promoters dry with sky-high performance fees—so high, apparently, that even when Kenzo pulls in massive crowds, the promoters still go home broke.
“Eddy Kenzo is selfish. His costs are very high, and even when he brings people to shows, the promoter leaves with nothing because of his high demands,” Abtex fumed. “People see a successful event due to the numbers who come to see him perform, but the promoter leaves in tears.”
But that wasn’t the end of it. Abtex also dragged Kenzo’s manager, Martin Beta, claiming the pair are using their positions at the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) to sideline key players—especially event promoters—in decisions that affect the entire entertainment industry.
The big bone of contention? Alleged exclusion from the Shs 33 billion government fund meant to support the creative sector. Abtex says promoters were left out of consultations, yet artists like Kenzo are front and center—thanks, he says, to cosying up to State House.
While Kenzo hasn’t responded yet, we’re keeping our ears on the ground. But if this tension keeps growing, we might be headed for a serious showdown in Uganda’s entertainment power circles.
@ugtv_daily_updates Ba Promoter bali mukwekalakasa oluvanyuma lw’okuyiisa bugdet ya 33 Billions mubayiimbi bo nebatafunako!! #centurygadgets ♬ original sound – UGTV Daily
As always, watch this space.
