Sound. Identity. Industry.
Musical performances and productions
Recording artists, songwriters, producers, sound engineers, DJs, bands, choirs, labels, distributors, promoters, venues, copyright collecting societies and music journalists. Uganda's music industry spans gospel, traditional, Afro-pop, hip-hop, R&B, reggae, EDM and emerging genres.
Music drives a significant share of Uganda's creative economy through live performances, digital streaming, ringtones, royalties, advertising synchronisation, brand endorsements, tourism circuits, and exports. It is a major employer of young Ugandans and a key cultural export.
Songwriter → Producer → Studio → Distributor → Streaming/Radio → Royalty Collection → Live Tours → Brand Deals.
Sign distribution deals, get discovered by labels, learn about royalty collection through UPRS, network with producers, and perform on the national stage.
Live concerts every night, artist meet-and-greets, producer panels, music industry roundtables and a closing-night headline showcase.