Hon. Henry Musasizi, the Minister of State for Finance Planning and Economic Devt, has revealed that the government is proposing a 6% withholding tax on public entertainers.This is a move aimed at strengthening tax compliance within Uganda’s growing entertainment industry.While addressing the press, Musasizi explained that the proposed tax would be applied to musicians and other performers at the time they hold concerts and shows. We propose to introduce a withholding tax of 6% on public entertainers. When you are doing your concerts or shows, especially musicians, we want to take 6% of that income because you are earning. The same applies to comedians and other performers.The deducted amount would then be remitted directly to the tax authorities, ensuring that revenue generated from live performances is formally recorded and taxed. Eddy Kenzo defends artists’ use of TikTok Live to engage with fansThe measure is intended to curb underreporting of income and bring greater transparency to the sector.The proposal signals government efforts to widen the tax base by targeting sectors where income streams are often difficult to track.🎥 Gov’t proposes 6% withholding tax on public entertainers — @henrymusasizi1 pic.twitter.com/7D14kXdDGf— UBC UGANDA (@ubctvuganda) April 3, 2026The post Government proposes 6% withholding tax on entertainers appeared first on MBU.