“Museveni has been speaking about democracy, but where is that democracy he speaks of if he can't tolerate those who criticise his government? What is happening in villages undermines the same democracy he talks about,” Ssenyonyi said.
The competition aims to encourage every Ugandan to confidently sing the National Anthem while promoting the use of Kiswahili and increasing appreciation of the East African Community anthem as Uganda advances regional integration.
Dr. Chameleone, acclaimed for his dynamic stage presence and genre-bending sound, and Semakula, known for his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, have been Ugandan music staples for over two decades.