Matt B Donates Four Grammy Awards to Uganda, Making History

Kampala is pulsing after American Afrobeat sensation Matthew David Benson, known worldwide as Matt B, pulled off a jaw-dropping move that no other artiste has ever done.

The multi-Grammy Award winner has donated all 4 of his Grammy trophies to the Uganda Museum, making Uganda the first African country to house such prestigious global music awards, according to the Uganda Tourism Board.

The museum is setting up a special exhibition that will include behind-the-scenes footage, stories from his collaborations with African artistes, and a spotlight on the Ugandan producers who helped bring his vision to life.

The music icon recently made waves with his album ALKBULAN II, a massive hit that scooped up 4 Grammys and featured major Ugandan talent like Rulz and Zigi Nana.

His previous Grammy nomination came in 2022 for “Gimme Love,” a collaboration with Uganda’s own BET Award winner Eddy Kenzo.

Upon landing in Kampala, Matt B could not hold back his emotions.

Uganda has welcomed me with open arms, and I am so grateful. When other countries were not open to some of the things I was doing, Uganda was. To Uganda and to the Ugandan people, thank you so much for embracing me, thank you so much for allowing me to be creative and for supporting me.

The Uganda Tourism Board rolled out the red carpet with a curated Kampala tour for Matt B and his crew, taking them through cultural landmarks like the Uganda Martyrs Museum, Kabaka’s Palace, and Kasubi tombs.

The goal? To showcase Uganda’s vibrant creative scene and modern cultural identity.

Juliana Kaggwa, Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Tourism Board, could not hide her excitement.

This is a historic milestone. Matt B’s Grammy donation is not only a win for tourism but also a major endorsement of Uganda’s music industry. It sends a strong message to young creatives that collaboration and cultural pride can take you global.

Besigye Jackline, Acting Commissioner of Museums and Monuments, called the donation a monumental moment.

We are deeply honored. This is a new chapter in our cultural history.

Matt B’s visit is just the latest move in Uganda’s push to spotlight music and arts as key parts of its national tourism package.

Wildlife and adventure are still part of the story, but now the rhythm of Afrobeat and the energy of Kampala’s creative pulse are grabbing global attention.

So if you are in Uganda anytime soon, head to the museum and see the trophies for yourself.

History is on display. And it sings.