Creative Arts Education

“Creative Arts Education” initiative by @skillsKlinic & @talentwalls2 building capacity for creatives thru conferences, academic training, & the annual summit.

[Douglas Lwanga @DouglasLwangaUg]

You raise some important points. The Elephant in the room is: why should Ugandan artists travel economy, avoid 5 star hotels, or not receive luxury treatment when traveling abroad to perform?

Before asking a promoter to pay an artist USD 10,000, provide business-class tickets, and book 5-star accommodation in London, we should first look at the business side of the conversation.

The pertinent questions are:
1-What is the actual cost of organizing an event in London?
2-How many people can the booked artist realistically attract both Ugandans and non-Ugandans?
3-What is the capacity of the venue?
4- How much is the target audience willing to pay to watch that artist
5-What does the artist’s technical rider require, if any?
6-Would you personally invest that amount of money in that artist? Is the return worth the risk?

Most shows organized by Ugandan promoters in the diaspora attract between 500 and 1,000 audience. Few artists can attract a global non ugandan audience too. Those numbers are still relatively low, which means the return on investment (ROI) is also limited.

Here are some of the costs UK promoters often have to deal with:
-Economy class tickets: approximately USD 750–1,600
-Business class tickets: approximately USD 2,500–5,000
-Artist performance fees: around USD 3,000- 8000 per artist
-Creative visas for each artist
-Venue hire
-Production costs
-Hotel and accommodation
-Local transport and meals
-Event permits and licensing in Europe

Now, if an artist can only attract an audience of 500–1,000 people, and the promoter is hosting four artists on the same event, is it financially viable to provide all of them with the VVIP treatment being suggested? We should address the need for more ugandan artists to do music that apeals to also non ugandan audiences in the diaspora so that attendees increase. #NBSAfter5 @BlackMambaso

[Creative Arts Education @CreativesEduc]

RT @DouglasLwangaUg: Should creatives be worried? Artists are worried about Parliament moving the Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026. As c…

[Douglas Lwanga @DouglasLwangaUg]

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[Douglas Lwanga @DouglasLwangaUg]

Should Creatives Be Worried? Reflections on the Copyright Bill Debate.

Parliament debated the Copyright Amendment Bill 12.03.26 during its 2nd reading, & the discussion raised several concerns.

1-The Rt. Hon. Speaker AAA asked why radio stations like her own mama bukedea should pay royalties to creators (artists) yet the stations are already promoting their work by playing their music.
2-Another MP argued that artists themselves often pay DJs and media hosts to promote their music, questioning why radio stations should still be required to pay royalties.
3-One submission called for a cost benefit analysis of the bill to clearly show what Artists stand to gain or lose if the law is passed.
4-Concerns were also raised about artists who may want their music promoted for free without media houses paying royalties. Dont they have liberty to choose?
5-Another MP argued that once an artist releases their music, it becomes public, and therefore people should be free to use it however way they wish without payment.
6-A further suggestion was that if artists want this bill passed, government should also begin taxing their revenue & income from public performances sighting zero tax compliance yet they want to be paid.

The debate was eventually cut short due to a lack of quorum. However, a few observations stood out:

1-The debate focused mainly on music, overlooking the wider creative industries that copyright laws protect.
2-Some MPs seemed unaware that copyright protection is already a global standard for safeguarding creators’ rights.
3-It is unclear whether the proposed amendment was benchmarked against international markets with established copyright systems, since it does not introduce a new concept.
4-what Should be be the middle ground between media owners and creatives

Without strong copyright protections, creatives may continue depending on occasional government support instead of earning sustainable income from their intellectual property.

So i ask: should creatives be worried yet or you sense good will of passing the copyright amendment law? Dear creatives Watch👇🏻 Lets discuss. #NBSAfter5

Video credit : @ubctvuganda

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Bannalotale e Kibuli basiimye munnamawulire @DouglasLwangaUg Lwanga olw'omulimu ekkula gwakoze okubangula abaana b'eggwanga naddala abavubuka n'abawala ng’abawa obukugu okusobola okweyimirizaawo ng’ayita mu nteekateeka ya Purple Skills Klinic Foundation. Okusiima kuno baakukoledde ku Africana ku Lwokutaano lwa Ssabbiiti ewedde #Gambuuze #Ageesigika #BBSKATI

[Douglas Lwanga @DouglasLwangaUg]

As a man with a platform, I’m choosing to use my voice to call out harmful jokes and myths that contribute to Gender based Violence. Whenever we’re online, let’s uplift respect, shut down abuse, and stand together to end digital violence against women.

Tag a media personality that champions positive masculinity.

#16DaysofActivism #ENDigitalViolence #WomenUganda2025 #endgbv #SkillsKlinic
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Day 5 || #16DaysOfActivism and changemaker @DouglasLwangaUg speaks out: “Because I’m a man with a microphone, I commit to challenge toxic jokes and misconceptions that fuel #GBV. Media shapes social norms. So lets amplify respect.”
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Amplify Respect, Silence Abuse!

“Because I’m a man with a microphone, I commit to challenge toxic jokes and misconceptions that fuel #GBV. Media shapes social norms.”- @DouglasLwangaUg

#16DaysOfActivism #ENDigitalviolence #WomenUganda2025+

[UNFPA in Uganda @UNFPAUganda]

Amplify Respect, Silence Abuse!

“Because I’m a man with a microphone, I commit to challenge toxic jokes and misconceptions that fuel #GBV. Media shapes social norms.”- @DouglasLwangaUg

#16Days #ENDigitalviolence #WomenUganda2025+

[Douglas Lwanga @DouglasLwangaUg]

Not long ago, someone told me I wasn’t using my X account to its full potential and that stuck with me.Every day, my phone is flooded with messages from young people some desperately searching for jobs, others just trying to raise 20k to survive the day. It’s heartbreaking. And the truth is, I can’t help everyone on my own.

So starting today, I’m dedicating My social platforms starting with X to “job advocacy”, amplifying voices for Uganda’s unemployed youth. Those fresh out of university with no jobs, those grinding in low-income work, and those asking “What’s next?” with nothing in their pockets. So If you’re living this struggle or believe in uplifting Uganda’s youth through job linkages, welcome to @UnemployedSoc

We’re calling on: Private and public sectors with job openings. Training institutions offering skills programs. Companies with internship placements. Banks and startup funders with startup capital. Mentors, gig creators, and scholarship providers. If you know someone in these spaces, invite them to join our cause. This will be a platform for those without connections & those without social capital.

Now, I need your input:
What should we focus on?
What stories must we tell?
What kind of support is most urgent?
Drop your suggestions. Let’s build this platform together because no one is coming to save us.

Let’s help young people find real opportunities. Let’s build a future where no young person is stuck failing to find dignified employment or start enterpreneurship. This is my mission. The movement has begun.
Join the Movement #UnemployedYouthSociety and follow @UnemployedSoc | #SkillsKlinic

[Creative Arts Education @CreativesEduc]

To our amazing CEO @DouglasLwangaUg we wish you the best in your new age . May it come with so many more blessings sir .

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

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Happy Easter holidays

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From the streets to the screen, Douglas Lwanga proves that dreams are valid, no matter where you start.

A story of passion, resilience, and belief.

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[Creative Arts Education @CreativesEduc]

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[Creative Arts Education @CreativesEduc]

The Mastermind wrap up of the yesterday’s @PurplePartyUG Beach, Boat & Music Edition.

Congratulations @DouglasLwangaUg & @JONARDEVENTS

(🎥: @tonnydroneshots )

#CreativeArts | @talentwalls2 | @SkillsKlinic

[Creative Arts Education @CreativesEduc]

The Mastermind wrap up of the yesterday’s @PurplePartyUG Beach, Boat & Music Edition.

Congratulations @DouglasLwangaUg & @JONARDEVENTS

(🎥: @tonnydroneshots )

#CreativeArts | @talentwalls2 | @SkillsKlinic