CCFU, UNESCO rally stakeholders to safeguard Uganda’s intangible traditions

Cultural activisists from community groups, government, universities, and local communities have called for the preservation of Uganda’s intangible cultural heritage. The call was made at a national dialogue organized by the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) with support from UNESCO. The major focus of debate was the UNESCO 2003 Convention, which Uganda joined in 2009….

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CCFU hails indigenous groups as Uganda commemorates World’s Indigenous Peoples Day

The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU), has appreciated the socio-economic contribution played by Uganda’s indigenous minority groups. This appreciation was revealed as Uganda joined the rest of the world to mark the 2025 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. The function at Ndere Centre brought together stakeholders from government, civil society, and Indigenous Minority…

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Kigezi looks for Shs 710 million for the East African Revival Convention

Archbishop Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu has called upon Ugandans to fundraise for the 9th East African Revival Convention, which will take place in Kabale. Shs  710 million is needed for the convention. The convention aims to promote reconciliation, forgiveness, love, repentance, hard work, and health among revivalists. “As we celebrate the upcoming event in Kigezi sub…

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CCFU urges integration of cultural heritage in Uganda’s wildlife policy

The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) has called for the integration of cultural heritage and indigenous knowledge into Uganda’s Wildlife Management Policy 2025. During a national stakeholders dialogue at Onomo Hotel today, CCFU highlighted gaps in the 2014 Wildlife Policy, noting the limited recognition of cultural leaders, heritage sites, and community-based conservation practices. The dialogue…

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