We are thrilled to announce the development of the “Arts on the Move” platform.
What is it? “Arts on the Move” will be an innovative online marketplace designed specifically to connect Ugandan artists with global touring opportunities.
The Bayimba Foundation is proud to announce a transformative partnership with the British Council to formally integrate Uganda’s vibrant creative sector into the national Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system. Launched on February 4, 2026, this four-month initiative marks a milestone in professionalizing the arts and creating accredited career pathways for Uganda’s youth….
Bayimba Academy relaunches prestigious Arts Journalism Programme to mentor Uganda’s next generation of cultural critics
The Bayimba Academy is proud to announce the return of its specialized Arts Journalism Training, a revitalized initiative designed to professionalize cultural reporting and creative writing in Uganda. Applications are now open for the 2026 cohort, with a submission deadline of 30th May.
The British Council, in partnership with the Bayimba Foundation, has launched a pioneering national initiative to bridge Uganda’s rapidly growing creative economy with the country’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) reforms.
ARTISTIC ECHOES publised an article about Ethno Uganda: Where Young Musicians Unite to Keep Cultural Heritage Alive.
Bayimba Annual Report 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE17th February 2025 Bayimba Foundation Launches Exciting Membership Programme for Artists, Fans, and Patrons: Bayimba Foundation is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Membership Programme, specially designed for artists, fans, and patrons who share our passion for the arts. This initiative aims to foster a vibrant community and provide access to…
EXPRESSION AFRICA published an article profiling Faisal Kiwewa, founder of Uganda’s Bayimba Cultural Foundation. Kiwewa’s journey, from a young artist to a prominent arts manager, is detailed, highlighting his establishment of Bayimba, a significant organisation fostering East African arts. The article discusses Bayimba’s initiatives, including major festivals and the creation of Africa’s largest creative space….
EMBOOZI TEBA NKADDE which translates as ‘a conversation is never old’, is a research and development project initiated by Bayimba and implemented with the support of the British Council UK. With the development of the Bayimba Center for Visual and Performing Arts on Lunkulu Island, learning the history and identifying further opportunities for the communities…
