CCFU Collaborates with Media Actors to Promote Human-Chimpanzee co-existence in Rwenzori and Bunyoro sub-regions From 22nd to 23rd October, the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) brought together media professionals, conservationists, and community leaders during a workshop held in Kagadi to share experiences and best practices in addressing human-chimpanzee co-existence challenges. The workshop further aimed at...Read More

CLIMATE HERITAGE NETWORK (CHN) – AFRICA AND THE ARAB STATES REGIONAL SECRETARIAT Position: Regional Coordinator Hours: 37.5 hours per week (100% Full Time Equivalent. Annual contract, with option to renew) Reports to: Regional Co-Chair (CHN Africa and the Arab States) and ultimately accountable to the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) leadership and CHN Steering Committee...Read More

The 6th Heritage Awarding ceremony organised by CCFU On October 3rd, 2024, the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) hosted the 6th Heritage Awards at the historic Mayor’s Parlour in Kampala. The ceremony was attended by over 120 prominent individuals from various sectors, including government ministries and departments (responsible for Gender, Labour and Social Development, Tourism,...Read More

On October 2nd and 3rd, 2024, the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) hosted a vibrant exhibition of cultural enterprises at the Uganda National Cultural Centre (UNCC-National Theatre). The event brought together a diverse array of exhibitors, mostly supported by CCFU, to showcase the transformative power of culture in creating economic opportunities and fostering cultural identity....Read More

Every year, on September 27th, the world comes together to celebrate World Tourism Day, a day designated by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to highlight the contribution of tourism to the global economy, culture promotion, and environmental conservation. This year’s theme, “Tourism and Peace,” emphasizes the industry’s role in promoting unity, understanding, and...Read More

The Cross Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) in partnership with the Cultural Research Centre (CRC) held a youth heritage competition on Saturday, 5th October 2024 at the Uganda Railway Museum. The competition which focused on traditional folk songs, dances, games and a debate under the theme “my culture promotes equality between boys and girls.” was...Read More

The Climate Heritage Network (CHN) has announced the launch of the “Imagining Low Carbon, Just, Climate Resilient Futures Through Culture and Heritage” project, made possible by a generous $1.25 million grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. This transformative initiative aims to leverage culture and heritage as powerful catalysts for effective climate action, empowering communities...Read More

Respondents from Inzu ya Masaaba during the Imbalu documentation exercise at Mutoto Cultural Site in Mbale The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU), with support from UNESCO, is collaborating with four universities—Kyambogo University, Islamic University in Uganda, Uganda Martyrs University, and Kabale University—to document selected ICH elements to facilitate learning and research by students offering cultural...Read More

Job Title:  Museum Manager Organisation: The Semei Kakungulu Museum, a project of The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU). Duty Station:  Mbale City, Uganda Reports to: Executive Director  About US: The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) in partnership with the Semei Kakungulu Family and with the support of INTO and the British Council is setting up a museum in Mbale...Read More

From the 2nd to the 7th of August 2024, CCFU in partnership with TotalEnergies supported Music, Dance and Drama (MDD) competitions in Buliisa and Nwoya districts. The support was to equip and enable schools that are implementing the Heritage Education Programme, through Heritage Clubs to participate in National MDD competitions. The organising committee of the...Read More