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The Uganda Academy of Film and Television Arts (UAFTA) celebrated its annual awards at the Uganda National Theatre, honouring the best in film and television across the nation.
The event, which drew a crowd of industry professionals, celebrities, and fans, showcased the vibrant talent in Uganda's entertainment sector.
Here’s the complete list of winners for the 2024 UAFTA Awards:
Best Television Series
Damalie (Winner)
Beneath the Lies
Sanyu
Kampala Creme
Best Director
Nisha Kalema
Dan Mugisha (Winner)
Richard Mulindwa
Charles Luzinda
Best Producer
Eleanor Nabwiso
Nana Kagga
Nisha Kalema (Winner)
Richard Mulindwa
Best Actor
Edris Lubega (Winner)
Jjemba Musoke
Allan Kutos Katatongole
Johnmary Sekimpi
Best Actress
Doreen Mirembe
Diana Nabatanzi
Nampijja Florence
Nakayola Veronica (Winner)
Best Supporting Actor
Felix Bwanika Baale (Winner)
Prince Joel Nakiinge
Wasajja Hannington
Hussein Marijan
Best Supporting Actress
Cleopatra Koheirwe (Winner)
Nakayo Veronica
Fauziah Nakiboneka
Stella Nantumbwe
Best Rising Star
Bash Luks (Winner)
Malisa Ariokot
Rubangaakene Ronald
Irene Mutoni
Best Cinematography
Alex Ireeta (Winner)
Best Production Design
Imran Musabbeh (Winner)
Best Viewer's Choice
Christmas Together
Omukululo (Winner)
Damalie
The Lions of Buganda
Best Sound in Film
Isiko Abubaker for Christmas Together (Winner)
Best Screenplay in Film
Eleanor Nabwiso (Winner)
Best Documentary
Ghetto Mama
I Am Bash Luks
Bobi Wine: The People's President (Winner)
Tuko Pamoja
The UAFTA Awards continue to highlight both emerging and established talents in Uganda’s film and television industry, fostering a sense of pride and encouraging the growth of creative storytelling.
As the applause rang throughout the Uganda National Theatre, it was clear that the future of Ugandan cinema is bright, full of fresh narratives waiting to be told.