In an inspiring celebration of youth creativity, Reach A Hand Uganda (RAHU) and the Ikon Awards have announced the 2024/2025 cohort of the Ikon Young Filmmakers Fellowship. This transformative program, now in its third edition, empowers 10 emerging filmmakers to craft compelling short films that address societal issues, including sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR)…
Today, the curtains fall on the highly anticipated Mr Africa International 2024 competition at Mamba Point in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Among the ten finalists vying for the coveted crown is Uganda’s fitness enthusiast Stephen Sunday, whose dream is to fly back to Germany with the ultimate prize in his suitcase. Sunday, affectionately known as…
By Richard Onapatum Karamoja, a region in northeastern Uganda, has long been synonymous with violence, insecurity, and cattle rustling. For decades, the sound of gunfire and the threat of armed conflicts have characterized the region, forcing locals to live in constant fear and uncertainty. However, with the recent decline in armed conflicts and cattle…
Source: Africa Publicity In the vibrant town of Lira, nestled in the heart of Uganda, lived a young boy named Kato. Kato was known for his bright smile and boundless energy. His mother, Mama Asha, always made sure he had fresh fruits and vegetables from their garden. Kato loved running through the fields and…
A file photo Source: Africa Publicity In the bustling town of Lira, nestled in Northern Uganda, a young mother named Amina sat by her modest kitchen table, her eyes fixed on the small plate of beans and maize she had prepared for her children. The afternoon sun filtered through the window, casting a warm glow…
Source: Africa Publicity In the small village of Nkokonjeru in Uganda, a young girl named Amina woke up early each morning to help her mother fetch water from the nearby well. The water was not clean, but it was all they had. Amina’s younger brother, Kato, had been ill for several weeks, and their…
