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| Known for | CEO and founder of TNS Records(Team No Sleep) |
Jeff Kiwa is a[1]Ugandan music executive and talent manager, mostly know for his legacy marketing strategies and business branding. As the founder and CEO of Team No Sleep[2] (TNS), a leading music label in Uganda, Kiwa has been instrumental in launching and managing the careers of several top Ugandan artists.[3]
Career Highlights
[edit]Jeff Kiwa's reputation as a top-tier talent manager is well-earned.[4] He has worked with some of Uganda's most successful musicians, including
- Jose Chameleone: One of Uganda's music legends.[5]
- Radio & Weasel (Goodlyfe Crew): A duo that achieved significant success under his guidance.
- Sheebah Karungi: Rose to stardom during her time with TNS.[6]
- Rahmah Pinky: Signed to TNS as a replacement for Sheebah Karungi.[7]
His ability to identify and nurture talent has earned him accolades from industry peers.[8] Events promoter Abitex Promotions lauded Kiwa as the best talent manager in Uganda, highlighting his role in the success of artists like Ava Peace,[9] who achieved significant breakthroughs under his mentorship.
Management Style
[edit][10]Kiwa is known for his strategic approach to artist promotion.[11] Reports suggest that he maintains relationships with DJs to ensure his artists' music receives ample airplay in popular venues, demonstrating his hands-on involvement in their careers.[12]
Controversies
[edit]Despite his success, Kiwa's career has not been without controversy. In 2015, he was associated with the tragic death of artist AK 47 Mayanja. Witnesses reported a disagreement between Kiwa and AK 47 over a laptop prior to the incident, although the exact circumstances remain unclear. Additionally, his professional relationship with Grenade Official ended on a sour note[13], with the artist accusing Kiwa of hindering his career progression. Despite their fallout, Grenade expressed a desire for Kiwa to witness his future successes.
Industry Recognition
[edit]- Abitex Promotions, a notable events promoter, has publicly lauded Jeff Kiwa as the best talent manager in Uganda, emphasizing his role in nurturing top talents over the years.[14]
- Rahmah Pinky, a singer formerly managed by Kiwa, has expressed gratitude for his mentorship, attributing her rise to fame to his guidance.
- Pallaso, a musician who collaborated with Kiwa in the early stages of his career, has acknowledged Kiwa's influence in shaping his musical journey.[15]
Impact on Artists' Success
[edit]While Kiwa may not have personal awards, the artists he has managed have achieved significant accolades:
- Sheebah Karungi, under Kiwa's management, won the HiPipo Music Award for Best Afro Pop Song in 2015 for "Go Down Low."[16]
- Ava Peace, associated with Team No Sleep, dominated the prestigious Zzina Awards in 2025, highlighting the effective management and promotion strategies employed by Kiwa.[17]
Jeff Kiwa's legacy is reflected in the success of the artists he has mentored, solidifying his reputation as a cornerstone of Uganda's music industry.[18]
References
[edit]- ^ "Top Ugandan Music Talent Managers Making Waves in the Industry". BigEye.ug. Retrieved 13 December 2023.
- ^ "Team No Sleep to celebrate Jeff Kiwa's release". Sqoop.Co.Ug. 10 June 2016. Retrieved 10 June 2016.
- ^ "JEFF KIIWA: Uganda's Unfazed Talent Manager Who Continues to Nature New Endowments into Forces to Reckon with in the Music Industry". The Investigator News. Retrieved 10 March 2023.
- ^ "Ava Peace reveals she's still a virgin, praises manager Jeff Kiwa as 'daddy'". Mbu.Ug. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ "Chameleone worried for Jeff Kiwa". Clare Muhindo. Sqoop Ug. Retrieved 22 July 2016.
- ^ "Sheebah Karungi releases song with new TNS signee Alvin Kizz titled 'Nkulowoozako'". Mbu.Ug. Retrieved 18 July 2018.
- ^ "My manager Jeff Kiwa is my designer – Pinky". BigEye.ug. Retrieved 1 February 2022.
- ^ "How Jeff Kiwa turned Ava Peace's song 'Eden' into a banger". Mbu.Ug. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ "Ava Peace scoops four Zzina Awards". Ava Peace receives an award from Galaxy CEO Innocent Nahabwe. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
- ^ "Jeff Kiwa reportedly replaces Sheebah with new talent Rahma Pinky". BigEye.ug. Retrieved 22 December 2021.
- ^ "Jeff Kiwa and Sheebah In Bitter Split". BigEye.ug. Retrieved 28 January 2020.
- ^ "Ava Peace overjoyed as Jeff Kiwa actualizes her London dream". Exclusive Bizz. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ^ "Grenade Official reveals his negative experience with Jeff Kiwa during his time at TNS". Retrieved 26 October 2024.
- ^ "Abtex praises Jeff Kiwa as Uganda's best talent manager, urges recognition for his contributions". Uganda’s best talent manager. Mbu.Ug. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
- ^ "Pallaso reveals how Jeff Kiwa uses Juju to popularize music". BigEye.ug. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
- ^ "Sheebah grateful to Jeff Kiwa and Ronnie Mulindwa for her musical success". Mbu.Ug. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
- ^ "Ava Peace Dominates the 2025 Zzina Awards, Full List of All Award Winners". blizz.co.ug. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Fille Set To Join Jeff Kiwa's 'Team No Sleep' Music Label". Chimp Reports. Retrieved 28 February 2019.