In a post on her X account, Azawi stated that she deeply admires President Kagame because of his strong connection with the youth. She also mentioned her wish for the world to embrace humility.
She highlighted that President Kagame is actively involved in sports and entertainment activities, unlike some leaders who are rarely seen in such events. She suggested that it would be beneficial if this changed.
Azawi’s statement of support for President Kagame and her criticism of leaders who do not engage in such activities sparked backlash from many Ugandans on X. Some suspected that she was indirectly referring to Uganda’s president, leading some to urge her to move to Rwanda if she admires it so much.
Azawi is one of Uganda’s top female artists and is known for speaking her mind, especially on political matters. She frequently advocates for Africa’s self-reliance.
She made these remarks after attending the Move Africa concert, where President Kagame was also present. The event featured performances by John Legend, Bwiza, and DJ Toxxyk.
