Mathias Walukagga has urged Swangz Avenue artist Azawi to prioritize her music over social media “clout.”
Walukagga’s remarks follow Azawi’s recent vocal stance on corruption and regime change in Uganda. Azawi has been using her social media platforms to address corruption issues, and she recently participated in a conversation on X (formerly Twitter) about these matters. Her efforts earned praise from fellow musician and political figure Bobi Wine.
During the discussion, Azawi criticized fellow musicians for failing their fans by not taking a stand on critical issues. She also shared personal experiences, recounting the loss of her father, sister, and brother due to the lack of medicine in government hospitals, which she attributed to corruption in government agencies.
While Walukagga appreciates Azawi’s message, he believes her efforts would be more impactful if she incorporated them into her music. He argued that many people in rural areas, who may not have access to social media, miss out on these important messages. As the mayor of Nsangi, Walukagga emphasized that social media activism often fails to bring about tangible results.
He cited fellow musician King Saha as an example, noting how Saha expresses his emotions and beliefs through his songs.
