Singer Eddy Kenzo is the classic rags to riches story. Born in Kalungu district, Kenzo lost a father (a gate man) when he was an infant. He had to man up and fend for the family as early as eight years because his mother was a vegetable vendor.
The hustle brought him to Kampala on the cargo bench of a taxi locally known as “akameeme.” He immediately began vending soft drinks on Kampala streets before his love for football took over.
Since his debut on the music scene, Kenzo has risen from glory to glory scooping several honours on his way including the coveted BET Award – the first of its kind for African artiste.
At 28 years, Kenzo scooped the 2018 Young Achievers Award in the category of performing arts. In the same category was his wife, Rema Namakula among other acts.
I am not appreciated enough
Despite the numerous achievements that he has gotten for Uganda, Kenzo says he feels unappreciated and overly critisised by his fellow countrymen instead of supporting him.
“I have been over critisised by my fellow Ugandans. I don’t feel appreciated. I am the first to achieve global recognition; I have flown Uganda’s flag high,” he said.
Kenzo added that his story should inspire all youth to believe in themselves and the potential they have. He encouraged them to work hard, put in the time and above everything, keep going despite the criticism.