My Music is eclectic - with sounds from all over East Africa .|Woman MP Bugweri District | Chairperson Parliamentary Forum for Creative Arts
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Ladies and gentlemen the long wait is over.
You can now listen, download and buy the album here
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You know what’s sad? That @MagoolaRachel who worked tirelessly on this copyright law is not even being mentioned, or interviewed. Tuli mu awamidu lemidu lesidu.
Yesterday at the CeLPII roundtable, we explored how intellectual property can truly be treated as an economic asset, not just something to protect, but something that can be valued, leveraged, and financed.
For those of us working in film, music, and storytelling to influence social behaviour, this is a game-changer. Our work already carries cultural relevance and reaches audiences, but without clear ownership, proper documentation, and predictable revenue, that value doesn’t translate into real opportunities, like accessing loans or growing sustainable creative businesses.
What makes these conversations exciting is how they tie into ongoing national efforts. Discussions at Parliament of Uganda and across the creative ecosystem are beginning to align policy, finance, and legal frameworks, creating a space where creatives can finally use their intellectual property as collateral.
The pathway is clear when we strengthen ownership structures, track revenue carefully, and leverage digital platforms to make IP bankable. Done right, intellectual property will become more than protection for creatives and morph into capital for creators to grow their impact and their businesses.
#AfricaCreativesAlliance #CreativeEconomy #IntellectualProperty
Hon. Rachel Magoola’s keynote called for a shift in Uganda’s creative sector from handouts to empowerment.
Despite their impact on culture and society, many creatives aren’t fully benefiting from their IP. #PolicyTalks@MagoolaRachel@SautiPlus@reachahand@Mglsd_UG
Hon. Rachel Magoola delivered an inspiring keynote, calling for a shift in Uganda’s creative sector from handouts to empowerment.
She emphasized that while creatives shape culture, heal, and entertain our society, many are still not fully benefiting from their intellectual property.
Creatives must formalize their work and embrace business practices to unlock real value.
@MagoolaRachel@AfricaCreAlli
#CreativeEconomy #IntellectualProperty #PolicyDialogue
Hon. Rachel Magola highlights that Parliament has recently passed amendments to the Copyright Act, reinforcing ownership rights and strengthening protection for creatives in Uganda.
#CELPII
“Imagine a gifted Ugandan artist whose music is enjoyed by thousands, yet they still struggle financially.”
During the Roundtable Policy Dialogue, @MagoolaRachel highlights the urgent need to address gaps that prevent creatives from fully benefiting from their work.
The copyright and Neighbouring rights bill.was passed on the 16th of March. It has been a long three or so years since I seconded a private member to propose the amendment. Stakeholders across the domains have contributed greatly.
The task now is for related MDAs to impliment the bill.
We appreciate MGLSD in partnership with ITC who sponsored training for MPs through the Parliamentary Forum for the Creative Industries with regards to the bill. After the accent from HE the real work begins