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Hadith ya Mzizi held its third annual Art Exhibition themed ‘The Shaded Economy’, that brought together artists, sculptors and fashion designers who showcased storytelling through art and celebrated the resilience and innovation of the informal sector. The youth led movement…
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With 70% of Africa’s population under 30, the time to build is now. The creative economy is booming early starters are the ones shaping it. Switched by @_shiba_nakakande #YoungAndBranded #SwitchAfrica #shapingculture #shapingthefuture
The Shaded Economy Art Exhibition by Hadith Ya Mzizi brought together artists, art lovers, and fashion enthusiasts to celebrate the resilience and innovation of the informal sector. Switch Africa was the official media partner, and here are a few highlights from the exhibition.…
Militarization of elections creates tension and limits Civic discourse. young people ought to watch their conduct as the country heads to the polls in 2026. @janicenkajja Switched by @mwesigwajoshua670 #SwitchAfrica #shapingnarratives #shapingthefuture #2026elections…
In 2022, when the first Marathon was held in Kasese with 800 runners, Kasese town had 500 hotel rooms, and currently, they are more than 2,000 rooms. This came with the growth of the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon. African Culture and Identity is marked while at various…
The African Free Continental Trade Area holds a pool of opportunities for young Ugandans in the agricultural sector. We speak to Ann Nambooze from Trade Mark Africa to explain what is in there for the youth. Switched by @DivineMercyNal #SwitchAfrica #shapingculture…
As a young person, what kind of leader should you vote for in the coming election? - @janice_nkajja Switched by @l_mwesigwa #uganda #2026elections #SwitchAfrica #shapingnarratives
The @CHAN2024 was not only the first to have three host nations, but also gave us a sneak peek in the countries that are seeking to establish themselves as Africa's new football powerhouses. Relive some of the epic moments in the recently concluded tournament, from both on and…
We noticed something: young people are hungry for real content 🍽️ So we created a solution: 📚 Digestible news that doesn't talk down to you 🎯 Analysis that speaks our language 📱 Convenience that fits your lifestyle Switched by @ShadrachBethel Because informed youth =…
The Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV @KingNadiopeIV , and his wife, Inhebantu Jovia Mutesi, welcome royal twin boys, delivered on 27 August 2025. This comes after their royal wedding held on 18 November 2023 which was the first in Busoga Kingdom since 1956 making…
"The need to cut unnecessary government costs." - @janice_nkajja on what stood out for her in the opposition's alternative budget. Switched by @joshuamwesigwa_ #uganda #2026elections #SwitchAfrica #NationalBudget #shapingnarratives
The Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) recently introduced a new three phase format for the upcoming Uganda Premier League 2025/26 season. But club owners and fans are against some of the clauses in this document. Let us break it all down. Switched by…
"If you want to have conversations with the generation above us, they are never going to take us seriously if the only way we know how to communicate is through insult" - @janice_nkajja Switched by @l_mwesigwa #uganda #SwitchAfrica #shapingculture #shapingthefuture…
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