Raga Dee Announces Upcoming Amendment to Ugandan Copyright Law by December 2024

By BigEyeUg Team Renowned Ugandan singer and Chairman of the National Cultural Forum (NCF), Raga Dee, has confirmed that the long-awaited amendment to Uganda’s Copyright Law will be finalized and signed before December 2024. Ragga Dee He made the announcement during the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) weekly jam session in Mutundwe, stirring excitement among the country’s creative community. The current Copyright Law has long been a source of frustration for many Ugandan creatives, with artists expressing concerns that their works often go unrecognized and uncompensated. For years, musicians, filmmakers, and other creators have called for reforms to ensure they receive financial recognition for their hard work. During his speech, Raga Dee emphasized that the revised law would mark a significant change for the creative industry in Uganda, which has struggled under the outdated legislation. “This new law will address the concerns of our artists and ensure they benefit financially from their creativity,” he said. The heads of major musical bodies, including artist Eddy Kenzo, and representatives from government entities have hinted at the law’s impending implementation, promising relief to the creative sector. PSFU commits to support Music Industry, calls for faster implementation of Copyright Law The forthcoming changes are...