By Ambrose Gahene
Uganda National Cultural Centre (UNCC) is set to Host the 7th Annual Arts and Culture Festival 2026 from 6-7 November 2026, at the National theatre in Kampala.
Mr. Francis Peter Ojede, UNCC executive director, told journalists at a press conference, held at the National Theatre on Tuesday ,that this year’s festival will run under the theme: ” Culture for Sustainable Development, Leveraging Technology and Innovation.
Mr. Ojede said the event will attract participants from all the regions of Uganda, the East Africa Community (EAC), India and other Countries.
“The Airts and Culture Festival will in addition attract participants from the Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development, Private Sector, the Academia, Civil society Organizations and Cultural Institutions spread across Uganda among others”, he said.
He said the event will promote cultural diversity and spearhead economic growth through technology and innovation.
Mr. Ojede added that; the festival will be graced with a grand parade, music and cultural exhibitions.
“We shall exhibit a high level symposium in skills development, songs writing, films making and products marketing”, he added.
The festival is being co-sponsored by a number of partners who include; Uganda Federation of Movie(UFMI), Uganda Heritage and Tourism Board and Yamaha Uganda among others.
Ms. Kateryne Kyryma, from
edo World Music and Yamaha Uganda Brand Manager, said the festival will promote music diversity and is a great opportunity to promote the private sector.
“We believe music is a powerful force that united different people in the world and would wish to assure you of the full support from Yamaha Uganda”, she said.
Mr. Allan Kakembo, representing the Uganda Heritage and Tourism Board, said Buganda Kingdom respects cultural institutions and has been at the forefront to supporting cultural sites in the country.
“Buganda Kingdom accommodates a wide range of cultural diversity because of the many people with different cultural beliefs who live in the Kingdom”, he said.
