How to Release Music in Uganda (2025 Guide)

Uganda's music industry is growing fast. Here's how Ugandan artists can release music professionally and build a career in 2025.

Step 1: Get a licensed beat

License your instrumental from Mbeatz. For commercial releases — Radio, TV, streaming — choose Premium or Exclusive. Save your license agreement.

Step 2: Record in Kampala

Book a session at one of Kampala's professional studios or work with a home producer. Quality recording is your foundation.

Step 3: Mix, master, and cover art

Invest in a proper mix. Cover art should be 3000×3000px at minimum for streaming platforms. A professional photo and simple typography beats elaborate designs every time.

Step 4: Distribute

Africori is popular for Ugandan artists because of its Boomplay integration. DistroKid and TuneCore also work well and are cheaper for single releases.

Step 5: Register with UPRS

Register your work with the Uganda Performing Rights Society (UPRS) to collect royalties from radio, TV, and live performance use of your music in Uganda.

Step 6: Radio and digital promotion

• Submit to NBS TV, NTV Uganda, and Spark TV for music video premieres
• Pitch to Radio One, Capital FM Uganda, Sanyu FM
• Build your TikTok presence — Ugandan audiences engage heavily with music content
• Partner with Ugandan music blogs for feature articles