Artistes urge Parliament to reject Alcohol Control Bill

Musicians and comedians have asked Parliament to reject the Alcoholic Drinks Control Bill, 2023. They argue that the proposed limitations on the sale of alcohol would hinder the night economy. The artistes made their plea while appearing before the Trade and Health Parliamentary committees, which are currently reviewing the bill. The bill aims to regulate the production, sale, and consumption of alcohol in Uganda. The National Culture Forum (NCF) represented the artists’ concerns during the committees’ meeting, as explained by Charles Batambuze, the NCF’s vice chairperson. “Restricting the hours of work will reduce royalties to musicians and all artistes and will kill investments in the creative industry,” Batambuze said. Led by Daniel Kazibwe, also known as Ragga Dee, the artistes […]