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, October 27, that this year’s festival will run under the theme: ” Culture for Sustainable Development, Leveraging Technology and Innovation.
Ojede said the event will attract participants from all the regions of Uganda, the East Africa Community (EAC), India and other Countries.
“The Arts 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.
Ojede also 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.