I will not support demonstrations – Kenzo

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With the recent “Stop Corruption” demonstrations, both physical and online, a section of the public is pressurizing celebrities to join them. However, singer Eddy Kenzo has expressed his discomfort with such pressure and says he will not give in to it.

In an interview with several journalists, Kenzo said that he will not join any demonstrations because it is wrong.

"I am not here to incite violence because I am a peaceful man, and I love my country and wish my people well. I know one day, leadership will change when God decides, and it can be now when you all converge. And when you change the leadership, we will support you. But don’t expect me to come out and tell people to go and strike, I will not do that," Kenzo said.

When asked about the current trend of musicians being urged to push for human rights hashtags on their social media platforms, Kenzo responded thoughtfully.

"Some musicians are just timid, but look beyond the people that want you to incite violence. What are the rest of the people saying? Everyone has a voice, and everyone should do what they can," he added.

Kenzo made the following remarks shortly after Azawi urged her colleagues to join protests against corruption on her social media.

Kenzo suggested that Azawi's passionate stance may be due to her relative inexperience in the music industry.

"As individuals grow older, they often become more reserved, influenced by their life experiences. Where Azawi currently stands, we have stood before. We have encountered many things she has yet to face due to our extensive time in the industry. Do I appear to condone corruption?" Kenzo rhetorically questioned.

Additionally, Kenzo told journalists that he and Bobi Wine, the musician-turned NUP Party president are done. "I can never do anything related to Bobi Wine because he and I are done,” he said.