Philimon Badagawa

A Multimedia Journalist/Digital communication Consultant/Data Visualization specialist, Documentarian, Researcher, Learning Facilitator/Trainer

[Media Challenge Initiative @IMChallengeug]

How do we prepare the next generation of journalists for an AI-powered world?

Our #MCIAIMediaLab workshop gave the journalism educators an opportunity to dive into the Ubuntu AI Ethics Code, exchanging ideas on ethical AI, storytelling, and the future of journalism education.

[Voice of Kigezi FM @Vok895]

📻 Voice of Kigezi is hosting a Peer-to-Peer Experiential Learning Exchange for community radio stations across Uganda.
Theme: Empowering Community Radio for Accountability: Practical Solutions for Greater Citizen Impact.

#CommunityRadio #Accountability #VoiceOfKigezi

[Philimon Badagawa @philebadagawa]

📣 Call for Applications 👉🏻Are you a journalist, editor, digital content creator, or social media influencer interested in strengthening your reporting on standards, quality assurance, and metrology? 🔗 Apply here: https://t.co/RrdsSvdV9r
⏰ Deadline: 24 February 2026, 7:00 PM

[Prime Time Communications @PrimeTimeComms]

VIDEO: In Kumi, where calm meets opportunity, youth are turning smartphones into powerful tools for change. Through #ICTSkills4Youth training, they’re mastering digital skills, crafting their own narratives, and unlocking new pathways in Uganda’s vibrant digital economy. The future is in their hands—one story, one click at a time.

The training was conducted under the Skilling Youth Groups in Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) and Multimedia program, #ICTSkills4Youth program, delivered in partnership with @UCC_Official,UCUSAF, and @PrimeTimeComms

@MoICT_Ug @UCC_ED @sukkieug

[Prime Time Communications @PrimeTimeComms]

The top trainees of the #ICTSkills4Youth program in Kapchorwa were honored for their outstanding achievements. Over 100 young people received certificates after completing the intensive five-day training.

This group mastered key digital skills such as social media management, content creation, video, photo, and audio editing, graphic design, and AI tool usage.

We also proudly supported a hearing-impaired participant by providing an interpreter, ensuring an inclusive and memorable learning experience.

The #ICTSkills4Youth initiative, in collaboration with @UCC_Official, UCUSAF, and @PrimeTimeComms, is empowering more than 500 youth across Kapchorwa, Kumi, Manafwa, Butaleja, and Kamuli with essential digital skills to boost their employability and open doors in the digital economy.

@UCC_ED

[Prime Time Communications @PrimeTimeComms]

Outstanding trainees of the #ICTSkills4Youth program in @GovtKumi were recognized and awarded for their exceptional performance. Okalebo Daniel emerged in first place, followed by Acom Hellen Christine in second place, and Oenen Samuel in third place.

These outstanding youth were part of the cohort that successfully completed the five-day training, where they were introduced to various social media platforms and equipped with essential digital skills, including content creation, video, photo and audio editing, graphic design, and the use of AI tools.

The #ICTSkills4Youth program, implemented in partnership with @UCC_Official, UCUSAF, and @PrimeTimeComms. Through this phase, we are equipping over 500 young people across Kapchorwa, Kumi, Manafwa, Butaleja, and Kamuli with vital digital skills that enhance their employability and unlock new opportunities in today’s digital economy.

[Prime Time Communications @PrimeTimeComms]

Mr. Mubito John Bosco, the RDC of @GovtKumi, delivered the official opening remarks during the #ICTSkills4Youth training held at the Kumi District Chambers.

In his address, he encouraged the youth to apply the knowledge and digital skills gained to improve their businesses, strengthen their communities, and contribute meaningfully to the development of the country.

He emphasized that embracing digital opportunities is key to unlocking economic growth and creating a brighter future for the next generation.

The #ICTSkills4Youth training is proudly supported by @UCC_Official, UCUSAF, and @PrimeTimeComms.

@UCC_ED @ConsumerUCC @MoICT_Ug

[Prime Time Communications @PrimeTimeComms]

This afternoon, the youth are diving into hands-on sessions on creating multimedia content using their smartphones. Today’s training focuses on audio recording, editing, and publishing equipping participants with practical digital skills they can immediately put to use.

This is part of the #ICTSkills4Youth program, delivered in partnership with @UCC_Official , UCUSAF and @PrimeTimeComms. In this phase alone, we are empowering more than 500 young people across Kapchorwa, Kumi, Manafwa, Butaleja, and Kamuli districts with essential digital competencies to enhance their employability and opportunities.

[Media Challenge Initiative @IMChallengeug]

Today, our 15 content creators at @mcimediahub got hands-on training with different OSINT tools - the same ones investigative journalists use.

#FakeNewsFighters

[Tumwine Edward @tumwineedward]

Join me tomorrow at 2pm at the American Centre to discuss how to lead and foster innovation in the media industry in the digital age. https://t.co/m6CSeF8z2I

[Philimon Badagawa @philebadagawa]

@emmanue65939032 @Syngenta Great work. @emmanue65939032 kindly inbox

[The Campus Times @TheCampusTimes]

Campus Love in the Digital Age: Navigating Romance at Uganda’s Universities https://t.co/dgOgBStswy

[ACME Africa @ACME_Africa]

ACME is pleased to announce the shortlist of the Uganda National Journalism Awards 2025.
#UNJA2025
https://t.co/CZcsAvhub5

[Serina Nagujja @NagujjaSer6664]

@tumwineedward from @TheDebunkShow @IMChallengeug. Discussing Digital Security, Understanding Fact Checking Skills, A key Factor in Fact Checking, People need to know the Evidence your Providing to them.

[ACME Africa @ACME_Africa]

@UMSWG presents Drake Sekeba with the Journalism Lifetime Achievement Award for his groundbreaking work as a reporter, editor & multimedia pioneer in Uganda's media landscape. #DefendTruthUG #WorldPressFreedomDay25

[John Baptist Imokola @Imokola]

See you at the discussion!

[Philimon Badagawa @philebadagawa]

@Denis_Jjuuko May her soul rest in peace. May God grant you and your family strength and comfort during this difficult time.

[Philimon Badagawa @philebadagawa]

@kimsalim99 @MastercardFdn @_AfricanUnion Indeed. @kimsalim99 We need to discuss. Kindly inbox

[The Campus Times @TheCampusTimes]

Church of Uganda Hands Over Busoga University to Government https://t.co/gb2ml8jpaS

[The Campus Times @TheCampusTimes]

President Museveni Reaffirms Plan to Establish University in Karamoja https://t.co/jiLnZ0aCdW