An artist just declared the copyright reform fight totally dead. Dancehall musician Karole Kasita stated all hope is lost for Uganda's long-awaited Copyright Amendment Law. She expressed these views during a recent online interview. Kasita believes creatives were exploited with empty promises about the legislation, which aimed to secure better earnings for their work.
Her comments follow advocacy led by fellow artist Eddy Kenzo. He previously indicated the bill was gazetted and headed for parliamentary committee debate. No visible progress has occurred since that announcement. Kasita feels the opportunity has completely passed, alleging artists were used for political leverage.
She described a loss of faith in the process after years of demands. Authorities once seemed responsive to their calls, but now appear indifferent. Kasita credited Kenzo for personally sacrificing to carry the burden of the campaign. She humorously threatened to confront him if the efforts ultimately fail to benefit the industry.
Kasita has personally stepped back from the advocacy, leaving it to others. Her statements highlight widespread frustration within the creative community over legislative delays. Many artists feel their economic protections remain insufficient without legal reform. The perceived stagnation fuels cynicism about political promises made to cultural workers.
Her comments follow advocacy led by fellow artist Eddy Kenzo. He previously indicated the bill was gazetted and headed for parliamentary committee debate. No visible progress has occurred since that announcement. Kasita feels the opportunity has completely passed, alleging artists were used for political leverage.
She described a loss of faith in the process after years of demands. Authorities once seemed responsive to their calls, but now appear indifferent. Kasita credited Kenzo for personally sacrificing to carry the burden of the campaign. She humorously threatened to confront him if the efforts ultimately fail to benefit the industry.
Kasita has personally stepped back from the advocacy, leaving it to others. Her statements highlight widespread frustration within the creative community over legislative delays. Many artists feel their economic protections remain insufficient without legal reform. The perceived stagnation fuels cynicism about political promises made to cultural workers.
