OngoingFilm Capacity Building and Professional Development
Strengthening filmmaking skills, professional standards and industry readiness among emerging and established creatives in Northern Uganda.
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Our Stories. Our Culture. Our Future.
The Northern Uganda Filmmakers Association brings filmmakers together to strengthen the craft of storytelling, celebrate creative excellence, and build a stronger future for the film industry in Northern Uganda.
Who We Are
A Stronger Future for Northern Uganda's Film Industry
NUFA is committed to bringing filmmakers and industry stakeholders together to develop talent, encourage collaboration, recognise achievement, and promote authentic stories from Northern Uganda.
We believe film is more than entertainment. It is a powerful medium for preserving culture, sharing experiences, inspiring communities, and connecting people across generations.
NUFA Awards
Celebrating the Stories That Move Us
NUFA Awards celebrates the creativity, dedication, and achievements of filmmakers and audiovisual creatives from Northern Uganda. It creates a platform to recognise outstanding work, encourage professional excellence, connect industry stakeholders, and inspire the next generation of storytellers.
What we do
Programmes and Initiatives
The areas of work NUFA is building. Status labels appear only where an activity's status has been confirmed.
Ongoing
NUFA Awards
Recognising outstanding work and celebrating the stories and storytellers of Northern Uganda.
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OngoingMentorship and Emerging Talent
Pathways for emerging filmmakers to learn from experienced practitioners and move from training to practical production.
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OngoingFilm Screenings and Industry Outreach
Connecting filmmakers and audiences through screenings, discussions and community engagement.
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OngoingCreative Enterprise and Industry Development
Helping filmmakers build sustainable creative careers and businesses.
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OngoingNUFA SACCO
A member-owned savings and credit initiative to strengthen financial resilience for filmmakers. Activities are ongoing.
Learn moreOur Impact
Building the Foundations for Better Stories
NUFA's long-term ambition is to strengthen the people, skills, relationships, and opportunities that make a thriving regional film industry possible.
People and skills
Training, mentorship and professional development that help emerging and established filmmakers grow.
Relationships and collaboration
A connected community of filmmakers, institutions and partners working together across Northern Uganda.
Recognition and opportunity
Platforms such as NUFA Awards that celebrate achievement and open doors for the region’s storytellers.
NUFA Awards 2026
The night in pictures
Winners, elders, guests and the filmmakers who make Northern Uganda’s stories — moments from the NUFA26 ceremony.
Partnerships
Help Shape the Future of Film in Northern Uganda
A stronger film industry requires collaboration. NUFA welcomes engagement with government institutions, cultural organisations, development partners, sponsors, educational institutions, private companies, and individuals who share a commitment to creative development and authentic storytelling.
News & Stories
Latest from the film community
Tickets Now Open for NUFA Awards 2027
General admission for NUFA Awards 2027 is now open at UGX 30,000 — secure your seat for Northern Uganda's biggest night in film.
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The Road to NUFA27 Begins
Planning is underway for the third edition of the NUFA Awards. Partner packages and nomination details will be announced soon.
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NUFA26 Lights Up Acholi Inn
The second edition of the NUFA Awards drew Northern Uganda's filmmakers to Gulu for a red carpet, a full house, and a night celeb…
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Learn about NUFA membership and how to apply. Applications are subject to NUFA's membership criteria and confirmation process.
