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….
By Faisal KIWEWA – From Culture we get Strength …
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…
Bayimba Cultural Foundation exhibits a remarkable commitment to advancingSustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across various sectors, thereby fostering socioeconomic prosperity and cultural vibrancy within communities. A Through various initiatives, including festivals, workshops, and capacity-building programs, Bayimba addresses goals like No Poverty (SDG 1) by empowering local artists to earn sustainable incomes. It enhances Quality Education (SDG…
A comprehensive analysis of the current landscape of the Culture and Creative Industries (CCIs) in Uganda. This mapping study, undertaken by Culture and Development East Africa (CDEA), was conducted in collaboration with the British Council, Bayimba Cultural Foundation, Cross Cultural Foundation Uganda, Kuonyesha Arts Fund, and Uganda’s Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development. It…
