ZAM Demands Apology and Compensation for Chef 187 from Stanbic
The Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) has urged Stanbic Bank to apologize and compensate Chef 187 for the emotional distress he suffered following a dispute over the Stanbic Music Festival. Chef 187 announced his withdrawal from the event on social media, citing disrespect from the bank as his primary reason. According to ZAM, the bank’s failure to communicate appropriately reflects a broader issue of mistreating local artists. The association insists that Chef 187, despite pulling out, deserves full compensation for the emotional and professional harm caused.
ZAM emphasized that Zambian artists deserve the same respect and treatment as international performers. They called for improved engagement from corporate sponsors like Stanbic, reminding them that local talent is essential to the success of events like the music festival. They further stressed that the bank’s actions not only harmed Chef 187’s reputation but also set a negative precedent for how local artists are treated.
The controversy highlights the ongoing challenges Zambian musicians face when dealing with corporate sponsors. ZAM believes that an official apology would go a long way in restoring confidence in Stanbic and other potential corporate sponsors. They also insist that this incident should serve as a lesson for how local artists should be treated moving forward.
ZAM’s call for action is aimed at ensuring that Chef 187 receives compensation for the emotional toll the experience caused. This case is also a message to the entire Zambian music industry that artists should stand up for their rights when it comes to fair treatment and respect. You can read more here.
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