UGANDAN FILMMAKERS WIN BIG AT ZIFF 2025
Uganda has made a powerful statement at this year’s Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) 2025, bringing home top awards and flying the flag high on one of East Africa’s biggest […] More
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in Movies and Television, Religion and Spirituality, Self-help and Inspiration, Writing and LiteratureBroken Hallelujah
I braved my way to church this rainy Easter Sunday morning when I would rather have spent it coiled in my messy bed with fingers and eyes glued to the […] More
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UGANDAN JURORS REPRESENT AT ZANZIBAR INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2025
Uganda continues to make impactful strides in the regional and international film scene, not only through award-winning productions but also through professional representation in critical industry spaces. At this year’s […] More
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My Brother’s Keeper
The cracked asphalt of Highway 99 bled heat under the twin suns of Solstice. Dust hung like ash in the air, swirling in aimless patterns between collapsed overpasses and rusted […] More
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Your Loves Whore
“Your Loves Whore” The pendulum swings between numbness and pins and needles, making it hard for her to write. Her eldest tells her she can just speak into a phone […] More
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MENTAL HEALTH | THE STRUGGLE OF BOYS AND MEN
Last Saturday, Radio Pacis invited my team to speak on the Youth Program. Eduardo Fortunato and Kokora Patricia did a great job representing us. The theme was mental health, with […] More
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in Fiction
ROCKETS PART 1
People say taxis are for those with some money to burn. Those people don’t know what they are talking about. If you don’t ride a taxi in this economy, I […] More
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in Cinema, Events, Innovation, Science and Technology, Journalism and Media, Movies and Television, Visual Art
UGANDAN FILMMAKER STEVE AYENY AT #2025CINEGEAREXPOLA IN LOS ANGELES
In the rapidly evolving world of filmmaking, staying ahead means constantly seeking new knowledge and embracing technological advancements. Ugandan executive producer and director Ayeny Steve, known for his work on […] More
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BOYS | HOW MEN WHO CAN’T SPEAK WELL SUFFER
BOYS | HOW MEN WHO CAN’T SPEAK WELL SUFFER He will struggle to lead, to earn, and to be understood. I have sat on many interview panels and seen it […] More
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UGANDA HAS NO TRANQUIL FUTURE UNLESS WE ADOPT ECOSYSTEM
UGANDA HAS NO TRANQUIL FUTURE UNLESS WE ADOPT ECOSYSTEM APPROACH TO GOVERNANCEBy Oweyegha-AfunaduulaConservation BiologistCenter for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis28 June 2025. I have written about governance severally but mainly […] More
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What Newton’s Third Law Teaches Me About Money
On weekends, I usually relax by catching a good movie. Yesterday, while watching one, a line caught my attention — “For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” […] More
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DOES UGANDA STILL HAVE A BANYARWANDA QUESTION AFTER THE UGANDA CONSTITUTION 1995 CREATED AN INDIGENOUS GROUP FOR THEM?
DOES UGANDA STILL HAVE A BANYARWANDA QUESTION AFTER THE UGANDA CONSTITUTION 1995 CREATED AN INDIGENOUS GROUP FOR THEM? By Oweyegha-Afunaduula Conservation Biologist Center for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis By […] More
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in Energy and Electricity, Finance, Markets and Economics, Politics and Government, War and ConflictHow the U.S. Is Using Israel to Block China’s Rise and Crush Palestinian Liberation: The Hidden War on Anti-Capitalism-Iran
The roots of this crisis go very deep. Ever since the US pulled out from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) in 2018, Washington went through the motions of wanting […] More
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in TheatreWin Your Inner Creative Battles
If you have ever tried to pursue a calling in the Arts, launch an innovative enterprise, or evolve to a higher station, you, without a doubt, know what the resistance […] More
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UGANDA FILMMAKERS SACCO OFFICIALLY REGISTERED AND LAUNCHED
For years, filmmakers in Uganda have spoken about the need for collective financial strength, a way to cushion the unpredictable nature of our work, build wealth, and take control of […] More
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in FictionFIXING MY MISTAKES
Chapter One Do you believe in true love? Or maybe time travel—and fixing the past to prevent the present? Well, let’s start from the future so we can understand the […] More
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As a Christian, you are not just another freak fraternizing with a fringe outfit.
As a Christian, you are not just another freak fraternizing with a fringe outfit. Neither are you a weak object of spineless stature to be pitied. You are not and […] More
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WRITING PROMPT OF THE WEEK!
Popcorn, a big glass, and a big screen. Who are you taking with you? This week, we write about our favorite films. The one everyone should watch at least once!Get […] More
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Be Unique. Be You.
I once saw a TikTok video of a hawker selling makeup. He and his products were not so outstanding. And he was dressed just like any other hawker. But he […] More
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ALLAN KUTOS & ABRYL
WHEN ‘OSCAR’ BECAME A HERO OFF SCREEN: ALLAN KUTOS KATONGOLE’S BEAUTIFUL BOND WITH A SPECIAL FAN Allan and Abryl While casually scrolling through social media, I stumbled upon a video […] More
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What We Built. What Broke. What’s Next?
10 Lessons From 10 Years of Trying to Build the Impossible. This December, The Innovation Village turns 10. But this isn’t a celebration. It’s a field report. A brutally honest […] More
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in Events
ABOUT REHEMA NANFUKA
Rehema Nanfuka shines at UFF 2025 Rehema Nanfuka has solidified her position as one of Uganda’s most diverse and prominent film characters, succeeding as an actor, director, screenwriter, and producer. […] More
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NEW FILM PREMIERING THIS JUNE
NEW UGANDAN FILM ALERT A while ago, I heard about a feature film that was coming from the people working closely with the ‘OPPORTUNITIES ARE HERE’ project. They held successful […] More
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CULTURAL PRIDES (VOICES OF HERITAGE) NOT JUST A PROGRAM BUT A NEW CREATIVE CULTURAL HERITAGE INDUSTRY GIANT
CULTURAL PRIDES(VOICES OF HERITAGE)EPISODE 6 Why Culturalprides: Voices of Heritage Is a Must-Watch Program Since its debut, Culturalprides: Voices of Heritage has stood out as one of the most impactful […] More
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I have a healing testimony!
I have a testimonyyyyy!!!! And I know you will not believe it, but I do not care! I know what happened, and I will share it. Those who will get […] More
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UGANDA FILM FESTIVAL 2025 WINNERS
The 12th edition of the Uganda Film Festival, organised by Uganda Communication Commission, started on 26th May with cinema film screenings and all climaxed on 6th June with a colourful […] More
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VIOLENT POLICIES, VIOLENT LAWS IN GENERATING AND SUSTAINING VIOLENCE IN UGANDA
VIOLENT POLICIES, VIOLENT LAWS IN GENERATING AND SUSTAINING VIOLENCE IN UGANDA By Oweyegha-Afunaduula Center for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis Anger is not the problem, violence is… we can use […] More
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IS THE NATIONAL RESISTANCE MOVEMENT GOVERNMENT WEAPONISING POVERTY AGAINST UGANDANS
IS THE NATIONAL RESISTANCE MOVEMENT GOVERNMENT WEAPONISING POVERTY AGAINST UGANDANS By Oweyegha-Afunaduula “In a country well governed, poverty is something to be ashamed of. In a country badly governed, wealth […] More
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in EventsTHANK YOU!!!
Look at those numbers from April!!! We want to say thank you to everyone who has ever read the stories our members have published. It proves that Africa still loves […] More
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SLOW DEATH
I It is a normal day in the dusty streets of the small rural town of Ingwavuma as eonian litter and eye-poking dust fly in the air behind a speeding […] More
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The Sun Got Jealous & Now We’re All Sweating
Day 9 of Our Collective Sunburn Right. Climate change. That thing. The one where we all nod gravely while scrolling doom reports like they’re bedtime stories narrated by a particularly […] More
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On Endo: What You Don’t Know…
It’s a few weeks to my second major endometriosis surgery. Technically, my third if we count the diagnostic one in 2020. My overriding feeling is gratitude for all the support […] More
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THE PRICE OF SILENCE
They taught me manhood like a hymn: Stand tall. Swallow feeling. Never bend. I wore my father’s shadow like a crown, Learned strength was measured in the sound Of heavy […] More
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UGANDA TOWARDS A NEW MONARCHISED MILITARY: SOLDIER KING IN THE MAKING?
UGANDA TOWARDS A NEW MONARCHISED MILITARY: SOLDIER KING IN THE MAKING? By Oweyegha-Afunaduula Center for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis Uganda is a country ever in transition just like all […] More
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What is Eye-Catching Copywrite?
So you have your product figured out and are ready to sell. What would you say about it? What about your product or service would make someone buy it? But […] More
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Is it Worth it to be Liked?
Ever since I could remember I was always branded as a bitch. The terrible person who is mean and selfish. Unlike many of the women I see on the internet […] More
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in CinemaLet’s talk about Opportunities Are Here.
Ok, let’s talk about Opportunities Are Here. So, I was invited for the premiere of You May Kiss the Bride Goodbye, but for some reason, by the time I reached […] More
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How far has your God-bashing brought you?
If it is going well, like: you sleep peacefully every night; your relationships are harmonized, you have a sense of joy and peace in your day to day living; you […] More
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The History of Father John Scalabrini part 2
Father John Scalabrini (RIP) – A life dedicated to serving God and Saving Humanity Born 13 December 1934 – Died 04 October 2016 Rekindling a broken relationship with his father […] More
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The history of Father John Scalabrini Part 1
Father John Scalabrini (RIP) – A life dedicated to Serving God and Saving Humanity Born 13 December 1934 – Died 04 October 2016 Father John Scalabrini was born on 13th […] More
