
Ykee Benda, the boss of Mpaka Records, has shared his reasons for not discussing Ugandan sports on his Fan Bench podcast. He believes that many Ugandans find it difficult to celebrate the achievements of their fellow citizens, which he describes as a cultural issue that is unlikely to change soon.
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