In a statement shared on his Instagram, Jamaican dancehall music icon Vybz Kartel has denied any involvement in an East African music tour.Vybz Kartel, real name Adidja Palmer, has been a hot topic since being released from prison on July 31, 2024, after his 2014 murder conviction was overturned due to juror misconduct.He has toured many parts of the world and performed at the biggest stages, satisfying the thirst of millions of his fans across the globe.In Africa, there have been rumors that the singer would perform in Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda in May. That, however, seems not to be the case after a statement released on Instagram on Thursday evening.Vybz Kartel confirms Kenya on 2025 world tour, thanks fans for supportIt has come to my attention that a post is circulating claiming that | will be embarking on an East African tour in May 2026.Let me be absolutely clear: neither my management nor I have any knowledge of, or involvement in, any such tour. No East African shows have been announced or confirmed by my team.Any individuals, promoters, or platforms claiming to be booking or advertising these shows are acting without authorization and are misleading the public. Fans, promoters, and venues are strongly advised not to engage with or send money to anyone making such claims, as these may be scams.For the avoidance of doubt, all official announcements regarding Vybz Kartel appearances and tours will come directly from my verified platforms or from my authorized representatives only.As a reminder, the only individuals authorized to speak or act on my behalf are my manager, Linton T.J. White, and my attorney, Jason Mitchell.Anyone falsely using my name to promote unauthorized events will be dealt with accordingly.The post Jamaican dancehall star Vybz Kartel debunks East African tour claims appeared first on MBU.