On Friday, August 18, 2023, the Uganda Musicians Association (UMA) announced a major reshuffle of its leadership, appointing singer King Saha as the interim vice-president. The announcement was made by UMA President Cindy Sanyu in a video shared on social media.
King Saha was chosen for the position due to his extensive experience in the music industry and his unwavering support for local music. He is a well-known singer and songwriter with a number of hit songs to his name. He is also a strong advocate for the rights of musicians and has been involved in a number of initiatives to promote Ugandan music.
In her address, Cindy Sanyu highlighted the importance of the reshuffle and the pivotal role of the vice-president within the association. She emphasized their commitment to a thriving music industry, noting that they were eagerly anticipating nationwide elections, funded by the Government through the Ministry of Gender.
"I am here today to announce a significant reorganization within our cabinet, starting with the crucial position of the vice-president," said Cindy Sanyu. "While we eagerly await the nationwide elections, supported by the Ministry of Gender, we remain steadfast in our pursuit of a flourishing music industry. I am delighted to introduce Mr. Mansur Semanda, also known as King Saha, as the newly-appointed vice-president of UMA."
Cindy Sanyu also praised King Saha's wealth of experience in the music industry and his resolute commitment to the growth of Ugandan music. She said that he was a valuable asset to the association and that she was confident that he would help to lead UMA to new heights.
The appointment of King Saha as interim vice-president is a significant development for UMA. It is a sign of the association's commitment to promoting Ugandan music and to ensuring that the voices of musicians are heard. It is also a sign of the respect that UMA has for King Saha's experience and his dedication to the music industry.
