We are thrilled to share that Big Eye Uganda recently published a feature story covering Bayimba’s ongoing work within the creative and cultural landscape. The article highlights our continued dedication to supporting local talent, expanding artistic opportunities, and fostering vibrant cultural experiences across Uganda. Coverage from national media outlets like Big Eye plays an important…
We are excited to share a recent podcast feature with our Founder and Artistic Director, Faisal Kiwewa! Faisal recently sat down with TIE Leadership on their TIE Unearthed podcast for an inspiring episode titled: “What It Takes to Build What Doesn’t Yet Exist.” In this candid conversation, Faisal discusses the vision behind Bayimba, the journey…
Three Days of Art, Music and Island Magic “If music be the food of love, play on,” wrote William Shakespeare in Twelfth Night—a timeless truth that finds its ultimate expression along the lush, tranquil shores of Lake Victoria. While standard global music festivals often cater to brief, transactional visits where audiences catch a single headline…
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
