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A UCC team joined approximately 2,000 accountants & auditors from across Uganda at the 31st Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) Annual Seminar held at the Imperial Resort Beach Hotel, Entebbe.

@UCC_Official was one of the sponsors of the three-day seminar, held under the theme “Transforming Institutions and Lives for Sustainable Growth.”

The seminar provided a platform for professionals to exchange knowledge, share insights and explore emerging practices shaping the accountancy and audit professions, while strengthening their capacity to contribute to sustainable institutional growth.
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Before a film reaches its audience, what happens behind the scenes?
In Uganda’s film industry, UCC regulates relevant communications and audiovisual services, while the Uganda Media Council (@MediaCouncilUg) classifies films to guide their suitability for different audiences.

For filmmakers, understanding these distinct roles means knowing where to go, what requirements to meet, and how to navigate the industry with confidence.
#ConnectedUg2030 #DigitalUganda
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📸Courtesy | Regional Film Competitions 2026

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Reminder: Today is the last day to submit proposals for the UCC/UCUSAF ICT Circular Economy and E-Waste Ecosystems Project.

Eligible organisations still have until 11:59 p.m. The grant supports stronger ICT repair, reuse, traceability, and responsible e-waste management across Uganda. Full Call for Proposals: https://t.co/MwWnHHmZXp

Submit through the portal: https://t.co/z52uSWsgFO
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EXTENSION OF SUBMISSION DEADLINE
The submission deadline for the UCC/UCUSAF ICT Circular Economy and E-Waste Ecosystems Project Call for Proposals has been extended to 4 September 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Eligible organisation's are encouraged to apply.

Full Notice: https://t.co/hLbE3uS3bu

Full Call for Proposals: https://t.co/MwWnHHmZXp

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UCC MEETS GULU'S LEADERS
A meaningful dialogue to advance the communications sector is underway in Northern Uganda! Together, we're exploring joint initiatives and building a more accessible, inclusive, and resilient communications environment for the community.
Collaboration is connection!
#ConnectedUg2030

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The Uganda Communications Commission @UCC_Official convened a constructive stakeholder engagement today with the leadership of Gulu City and Gulu District at Bomah Hotel in Gulu. This event provided a valuable opportunity for meaningful dialogue focused on the advancement of the communications sector within the region.

Participants explored avenues for enhancing collaboration between @UCC_Official and local leadership, as well as identifying potential joint initiatives that could benefit the community.

Additionally, the engagement aimed to deepen stakeholders' understanding of @UCC_Official 's mandate, functions, and operational scope, fostering cooperative efforts to promote a more accessible, inclusive, and resilient communications environment in Northern Uganda. #ConnectedUg2030
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🎓 #UltimateUniversityQuizSn4 orientation

"The Ultimate University Quiz has become a platform for creative thinking and innovation. It is a pipeline of ideas for students," says @UCC_Official's regional manager Patrick JP Owachgiu.

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For creative works to create value, they must reach an audience. UCC has made its Broadcast Rig Van available to filmmakers at no cost, offering an opportunity to reach communities beyond conventional platforms.

To use this opportunity, films must be classified by @MediaCouncilUg and include relevant screening permissions, a poster, and a trailer.
Interested filmmakers can submit requests to the Office of @UCC_ED. Supporting creators also means helping their work reach audiences and promoting appreciation of Ugandan stories.
#ConnectedUg2030 #DigitalUganda
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Director Corporate Affairs @UCC_Official , Mr. Fred Otunnu, reminded online content creators that they are not merely filling timelines. They are helping shape public conversation, culture, consumer choices and the way Uganda is seen.

#Connectedug2030 | #DigitalCreators | #AcholiSubRegion | @Bbossa | @MoICT_Ug | @ConsumerUCC | @UCC_ED | @fred_otunnu

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With digital influence comes great responsibility. Eng. Emmanuel Muyomba, Head Regional Office @UCC_Official , shared vital insights on online safety, data protection, and combating misinformation during the workshop.

Stop, Check, Think, and Post, with the rise of AI-generated content, deepfakes, and edited media, creators must verify sources and context before sharing. Don't let the race for engagement override accuracy, dignity, and public safety. #Connectedug2030 | #DigitalCreators | #AcholiSubRegion |@Bbossa |
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“As you create content, you exercise your freedom of expression. However, remember that freedom of expression has its limits. Your rights end where your neighbor’s rights begin.”

Mr. Daniel Baitwababo, Senior Officer Standards, @UCC_Official, during his presentation, reminded creators to exercise their rights while respecting the rights of others.

He also highlighted that @UCC_Official plays a crucial role in regulating content to safeguard the public, prevent harm, and foster national security alongside social stability.

#Connectedug2030 | #DigitalCreators | #AcholiSubRegion | @Bbossa | @MoICT_Ug | @ConsumerUCC | @UCC_ED

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Empowering Digital Voices

Today @UCC_Official is engaging online content creators from the Acholi Sub-region through a Sensitization, Awareness and Empowerment Workshop happening at Boma Hotel, Gulu.

This workshop seeks to enhance creators’ understanding of communications regulations, content standards, online safety, ethics, and their rights and obligations, while equipping them with practical knowledge on branding, content development and monetisation.

Through this engagement, UCC aims to promote responsible, compliant and sustainable content creation, while creating space for dialogue between the Commission and Uganda’s growing community of digital creators. #Connectedug2030 | #DigitalCreators | #AcholiSubRegion | @UCC_ED | @Bbossa | @MoICT_Ug | @ConsumerUCC

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Director Corporate Affairs @UCC_Official , Mr. Fred Otunnu, reminded online content creators that they are not merely filling timelines. They are helping shape public conversation, culture, consumer choices and the way Uganda is seen.

#Connectedug2030 | #DigitalCreators | #AcholiSubRegion | @Bbossa | @MoICT_Ug | @ConsumerUCC | @UCC_ED | @fred_otunnu

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Opening the workshop, the Director Corporate Affairs @UCC_Official, Mr. Fred Otunnu, representing the Executive Director @UCC_ED, challenged creators in the Acholi Sub-Region to see their culture, language, identity and stories as sources of creative strength.

In his remarks, he encouraged creators to view their creativity as a business, advising them to establish a recognizable identity, protect their work, understand the rules of the platforms they use, and seek lawful opportunities for monetization.

He emphasized that while a viral moment may attract followers, it is professionalism that transforms an audience into a sustainable career.
#Connectedug2030 | #DigitalCreators | #AcholiSubRegion | @Bbossa | @MoICT_Ug | @ConsumerUCC

[UCC @UCC_Official]

Empowering Digital Voices

Today @UCC_Official is engaging online content creators from the Acholi Sub-region through a Sensitization, Awareness and Empowerment Workshop happening at Boma Hotel, Gulu.

This workshop seeks to enhance creators’ understanding of communications regulations, content standards, online safety, ethics, and their rights and obligations, while equipping them with practical knowledge on branding, content development and monetisation.

Through this engagement, UCC aims to promote responsible, compliant and sustainable content creation, while creating space for dialogue between the Commission and Uganda’s growing community of digital creators. #Connectedug2030 | #DigitalCreators | #AcholiSubRegion | @UCC_ED | @Bbossa | @MoICT_Ug | @ConsumerUCC

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Entertainment is an industry; know the Ecosystem.
When you watch a film, listen to music, attend a concert, or stream local content online, you are interacting with an entire ecosystem. It involves writers, producers, broadcasters, cinemas, distributors, telecom networks, and audiences.

The UCC's role is broader than regulating what appears on a screen. It is also about helping create an environment in which Ugandan creativity can reach audiences responsibly and sustainably.
#ConnectedUg2030 #DigitalUganda
@MoICT_Ug @UCC_ED @Bbossa @UgandaFilm

[UCC @UCC_Official]

Entertainment is an industry; know the Ecosystem.
When you watch a film, listen to music, attend a concert, or stream local content online, you are interacting with an entire ecosystem. It involves writers, producers, broadcasters, cinemas, distributors, telecom networks, and audiences.

The UCC's role is broader than regulating what appears on a screen. It is also about helping create an environment in which Ugandan creativity can reach audiences responsibly and sustainably.
#ConnectedUg2030 #DigitalUganda
@MoICT_Ug @UCC_ED @Bbossa @UgandaFilm

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🎬 Adui, Small Gods and Damalie Shine at the Uganda Film Festival Awards as filmmakers, creators and storytellers were recognised for outstanding work at #UFF2026

Read the Article and explore the Award Winners’ Full List: https://t.co/6iM8vl0RZ7

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