Daddy Andre Criticizes Government’s Lackluster Support for Entertainment Industry

By BigEyeUg Team Renowned Ugandan songwriter, producer, and singer Daddy Andre has expressed disdain towards the government of Uganda, citing its inadequate involvement and handling of issues concerning the entertainment industry, particularly music producers. Daddy Andre In a recent interview on a local TV station, Producer Daddy Andre remarked, “The government involvement in the entertainment issues is so funny and ashaming. They talk recklessly and need to be educated. The government is never there when we are working and toiling to put on our logos in our songs? You know nothing on how much when we are trying to pay for the albums.” His comments shed light on the frustration felt by many within Uganda’s music production community, who perceive a lack of support and understanding from government authorities. Daddy Andre’s critique emphasizes the disconnect between policymakers and the realities faced by those in the entertainment sector. Over the past five years, the Ugandan government has purportedly made efforts to engage with the entertainment industry through bodies such as the Uganda National Musicians’ Federation (UNMF) and Uganda Musicians Association (UMA). Uganda National Musicians’ Federation (UNMF) However, according to Daddy Andre and others in the industry, these efforts have fallen short...