We exists to promote an appreciation of culture as vital for human development that responds to our diverse identities

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Cultural heritage is an important aspect of our identity, history, and aspirations. In Uganda, a beautiful collage of over 65 culturally diverse ethnic groups presents.

Declining cultural heritage resources are rarely presented as a humanitarian issue; we are convinced that immediate action is necessary to protect our vanishing cultural heritage

Cultural diversity is seen at CCFU as a driving force of development, not only for economic growth, but also as a means of leading a…

 Transport history preserved at Uganda Railway Museum 

The Uganda Railway Museum

The Uganda Railway Museum is a national heritage institution established in 2022 by the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda in partnership with the Uganda Railways Corporation to safeguard our transport heritage.

  • Located in Eastern Uganda, Jinja City, along the Jinja, Iganga highway at the Jinja Railway Station

  • Offering a wide range of programmes to both domestic and international tourists

  • Opens throughout the week, and on public holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Postcolonial Museum Perspective 

Semei Kakungulu Museum

Semei Kakungulu’s life emerges as a mix of complexities, controversies, and contributions that have left an indelible mark on Uganda’s history. From his early upbringing in the Kooki Kingdom to his strategic transition to Buganda, Kakungulu’s journey reflects a blend of royal lineage, military prowess, and political acumen.

  • Located near Mbale Town in Eastern Uganda

  • Offering a wide range of programmes to both Researchers, domestic and international tourists

  • Opens throughout the week and on public holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Find out more about our  activities  and community outreach to society 

The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) in partnership with the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and financial support from TotalEnergies EP Uganda unveiled two facilities on...

Introduction and call for nominations for the 6th National Heritage Awards 2024 Today, 21st May 2024, on the occasion of the World Culture Day, the...

Uganda joins the international community of museums to commemorate International Museum Day. This day was established by the International Council of Museums (ICOM) in 1977...

Each year since 1977, the International Council of Museums organises the International Museum Day on 18th May, which presents a unique opportunity for both the international...

CCFU is documenting folk stories, songs, proverbs and riddles. The documentation exercise which commenced on the 23rd of April is aimed at easing the transmission...

The North Karamoja Indigenous Minority Groups (IMG) platform, initially constituted by five groups – Ik, Nyangia, Ngokutio, Katibong, and Napore – has expanded to include...

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