Posts by Christian Kettelhut
A History of Film in Uganda
‘Filmmakers in the country remain optimistic about the prospects of the film industry and continue to build a number of professional networks in and outside the country. The indie nature of Ugandan cinema offers complete freedom of creative expression and presents brave and innovative filmmakers with the chance to for the first time actively explore…
Read MoreFacing Mountains
Author Jacqueline Asiimwe (left) and moderator Goretti Kyomuhendo (right) It was an honor to host Jacqueline Asiimwe, a remarkable human rights attorney and adventure enthusiast, at our premises for a discussion on her new memoir, Facing Mountains. The conversation was moderated by celebrated Ugandan author Goretti Kyomuhendo, who led an engaging discussion that helped the…
Read MoreCALL FOR A CAFETERIA OPERATOR
Invitation:Alliance Française de Kampala / Goethe Zentrum Kampala do hereby solicit competitiveoffers to run a Cafeteria at their premises located at Plot 52, Bukoto Street (Kamwokya) asindicated below: Part 1. INTRODUCTIONAbout Alliance Française de Kampala / Goethe Zentrum Kampala-Alliance française de Kampala is a non-profit Ugandan association dedicated to thepromotion of French language training and…
Read MoreWhispers from Vera @20: A Celebration
Whispers from Vera, by Goretti Kyomuhendo, was first published in Uganda in 2002 by Monitor Publications Ltd to great acclaim. This activity was to mark the novel’s 20 – year publication anniversary, with the relaunch of a reworked edition, published by the African Writers Trust Ltd in August 2023. The event was a great success…
Read MoreA commentary on the ‘PoliticianEyes’: Unveiling the Soul of Ugandan Democracy
By Opolot Nicholas Akwang (Programme Officer, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Uganda and South Sudan) In recent times, artists have had a profound effect on Uganda’s politics. Either by a brushstroke, songs or poems – the arts have ushered in a new era for political dispensation across the country. Amidst the interwoven chaos of political posters, acclaimed…
Read MoreThe Ngalabi Short Film Festival 2023: A Weekend of Cinematic Delight
From September 1st to 3rd 2023, film enthusiasts in Uganda were treated to a remarkable cinematic experience at the seventh edition of the Ngalabi Short Film Festival, hosted by Goethe-Zentrum Kampala/Ugandan German Cultural Society at Circular Design Hub, an innovative and creative hub in Kampala, Uganda. Curated by the talented Joel Tugaineyo, the festival brought…
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