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Continue reading →: UCC COMMENDS MULTICHOICE FOR CHAMPIONING LOCAL CONTENT AND DRIVING INNOVATIONKampala – February 12, 2025: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), the regulatory body of the communications sector in Uganda, has applauded MultiChoice Uganda for its continued investment in local content and spearheading innovation in the entertainment industry. This was during an MOU and license renewal signing ceremony held at UCC offices…
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Continue reading →: Celebrating radio resilience on World Radio DayBroadcasting in Uganda dates back to 1954 when the colonial administration set up Uganda Broadcasting Services that was later renamed Radio Uganda after independence in 1962. Even with the introduction of television in 1963, radio remained the most reliable and preferred source of information for most Ugandans. This is because…
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Continue reading →: RATIONALE FOR STAGE PLAYS AND PUBLIC ENTERTAINMENT PERMITSBy Nyombi Thembo The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has recently instituted a critical measure requiring artists and entertainment event organisers to obtain permits before staging live performances. This decision comes in response to growing public concerns surrounding the rise of vulgar and indecent content during live performances by both local…
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Continue reading →: Regulating public entertainmentUCC committed to upholding standards for stage plays and performances KAMPALA, January 20, 2025 – In a decisive move to address widespread public concerns about inappropriate content in public entertainment, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) last week convened a meeting with key stakeholders to discuss new measures aimed at restoring…
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Continue reading →: Preserving Uganda’s local dialects through the power of Artificial IntelligenceBY MICHAEL BAMWESIGYE The festive season often brings joy, nostalgia, and humor as many Ugandan families reconnect with their roots by celebrating Christmas in their villages. This year, the humorous antics of Jayden—the quintessential entitled, town-raised child—have been a source of widespread laughter. Jayden is the epitome of urban privilege in a…
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Continue reading →: UCC TELECOM MARKET SURVEY ENTERS NEW PHASEAmong other functions outlined in the Uganda Communications Act 2013, UCC is obliged to encourage and enable competition in the communications sector through regulation and licensing of competitive operators to achieve competitively priced and high-quality services. To achieve this, the regulator needs to be fully aware and cognizant of market…
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Continue reading →: Airtel Uganda Strengthens Ties with Uganda Communications Commission: A Vision for the FutureIn a significant move for the telecommunications sector in Uganda, Mr Soumendra Sahu, the Managing Director of Airtel Uganda, recently paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Nyombi Thembo, the Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC). Present was Mrs. Susan Wegoye, the Commission Secretary and Director of Legal Affairs;…
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Continue reading →: VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT AT AFRALTIThe African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI), headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, is an intergovernmental organization established in 1991. Uganda is one of its member states. AFRALTI is a leading institution focused on building human capacity in the ICT sector. It is dedicated to the development of ICT skills, promoting digital…
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Continue reading →: UCC CALLS FOR PROPOSALS FOR RESEARCH SUPPORT TO ACADEMIAUganda Communications Commission has initiated a call for applications for research support towards academic proposals, aiming to promote research focused on developing and utilizing new communications techniques and technologies. The initiative also aims to enhance accessibility to communication services by Persons with Disabilities. Section 5(1)(l) of the Uganda Communications Act,…
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Continue reading →: Nollywood Star Stella Damasus to Host 4 days Actors’ Workshops in Uganda This coming JanuaryUgandan actors are in for a treat this January as the iconic Nollywood actress, director, and producer Stella Damasus will be leading 4 days Actors’ Workshops in Uganda, scheduled from January 13th to 16th, 2025. These exclusive events are set to provide invaluable insights and hands-on training for actors aiming…
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The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) was established under the legal framework of the Uganda Communications Act No. 1 of 1997 and the Electronic Media Act of 1996. Consequently, UCC operates as an integrated regulatory body overseeing various sectors, including Telecommunications, Data Communications, Broadcasting, Postal Communication, Radio Communication, and Infrastructure services throughout Uganda. It is also tasked with the responsibility of licensing operations of cinematography theatres and video or film libraries in Uganda.
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