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Tanzania's, famed bongo artist Diamond Platinumz, who has become one of the most influential figures in African music, spoke candidly about the issues plaguing the awards and why he chose to distance himself from them.
Simba as he is popularly known within the entertainment industry expressed his dissatisfaction with the way the awards are conducted, citing concerns over fairness and transparency.
Following this, the father of 4 noted that he would no longer be participating in award ceremonies nor accepting any rewards.
"Unajua kwanini nlisema nisingependa kushirikishwa, tuzo zilisimamiwa katika namna ambayo haikuwa na uhaki,"the ''Gere' crooner said.
Diamond emphasized that he did not want awards out of pity noting that everything should be absolutely fair. If he is deserving well and good, if not then do not give him the award.
"Unajua Mimi staki tuzo za kupewa kwa sababu ya kuonewa huruma napostahili nipe nisipostahili ninyime," the father of 4 candidly stated.
Finishing off the Wasafi Records founder noted that most times said award shows only function in a way that they can manipulate netizens, something that he no longer wishes to be a part of/
"Mara nyingi kamati ya kuandaa hizi tuzo inataka kukuendesha kama msanii. Umri huu mm siezi kushiriki hayo.
Tulipotoka ndio kulikokuwa kuko Ivo, hii ni biashara hatuimbi tena for fun tunaweka hela tupate hela,"
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