Eddy Kenzo Named Tourism Ambassador

Musician Eddy Kenzo has something else to bring him cash besides the music. The singer has been named Uganda’s tourism ambassador.

He was unveiled by the minister of state for Tourism, Godfrey Kiwanda on Tuesday during a press conference.

During the presser, Kenzo said he was pleased to get the opportunity. Kenzo has previously worked as Kenya’s tourism ambassador. He said he was glad that Uganda had also acknowledged his potential.” I will use my brand to promote Uganda with all my love and devotion.I would like to thank the Ministry of Tourism most notably Hon minister Kiwanda, the tourism partners like Uganda Tourism Board, Uganda Wildlife Authority among others for entrusting me with this role,” he said.

The musician said it had always been his dream to market Uganda, officially.

Minister Kiwanda said Kenzo has potential to help Uganda’s tourism.

 “Eddy Kenzo’s Music has been that Instrumental voice that’s restored hope, built confidence and showcased our strength to move forth(Sitya loss, Stamina, Tweyagale etc),”Kiwanda said

“He can help in promoting our tourism through the project ‘#DestinationUganda,” Kiwanda added.

Kenzo is expected to use his brand to market and promote popular tourist destinations in Uganda.

Musician Eddy Kenzo has something else to bring him cash besides the music. The singer has been named Uganda’s tourism ambassador.

He was unveiled by the minister of state for Tourism, Godfrey Kiwanda on Tuesday during a press conference.

During the presser, Kenzo said he was pleased to get the opportunity. Kenzo has previously worked as Kenya’s tourism ambassador. He said he was glad that Uganda had also acknowledged his potential.” I will use my brand to promote Uganda with all my love and devotion.I would like to thank the Ministry of Tourism most notably Hon minister Kiwanda, the tourism partners like Uganda Tourism Board, Uganda Wildlife Authority among others for entrusting me with this role,” he said.

The musician said it had always been his dream to market Uganda, officially.

Minister Kiwanda said Kenzo has potential to help Uganda’s tourism.

 “Eddy Kenzo’s Music has been that Instrumental voice that’s restored hope, built confidence and showcased our strength to move forth(Sitya loss, Stamina, Tweyagale etc),”Kiwanda said

“He can help in promoting our tourism through the project ‘#DestinationUganda,” Kiwanda added.

Kenzo is expected to use his brand to market and promote popular tourist destinations in Uganda.

Kenzo is expected to use his brand to market and promote popular tourist destinations in Uganda.

Rashid Kyonjo

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