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Written by Aloyo Annet Director of Studies Mediavision Academy Mediavision Academy, a leading film school in Uganda, has demonstrated its unwavering support for the Ugandan film industry by attending the exclusive Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Movie Night at the Cinemax Cinema in Arena Mall in Nsambya. The team has enjoy the captivating film 'Nalindi,' a powerful story that celebrates the strength and determination of Ugandan women. Starring the talented Nabumba Carol in the titular role, 'Nalindi' tells the story of a fearless fighter and the rightful heir to the Dango kingdom. Nabumba Carol-Nalindi (3rd left) with Mediavision team As Nalindi embarks on her arduous journey to reclaim her father's throne, she confronts numerous obstacles that test her courage and resilience. Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Kinene Yusuf and produced by Phonex Film Uganda, 'Nalindi' is a testament to the burgeoning Ugandan film industry. The UCC Movie Night se

The world we live in today is constantly evolving, and technology is at the forefront of this change. As we move further into the digital age, it is crucial for the youth to be equipped with the necessary skills to thrive in this fast-paced environment. That is why the ICT and Multimedia Skilling for Youth sponsored Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) partnering with Mediavision Academy and Gretak Services Limited in Nebbi at Cathedral Parish Hall is a commendable initiative. Hon. Hashim Suleiman, the Member of Parliament for Nebbi municipality the guest of honor has expressed his joy at being invited to be a part of this initiative. He has emphasized the importance of ICT in all economic activities in the country and encouraged the participants to make use of the skills and knowledge gained to enter the international market and become successful entrepreneurs. Nebbi youths with Hon. Hashim Suleiman and the ICT facilitators He has urged them to put an end to unnecessary phone conve

Abak Robert the Resident District Commissioner Nebbi district officially opens the ICT and Multimedia Skilling for Youth training on 9 th April 2024 at Immaculate Hearts of Mary Nebbi Catholic Parish Church hall under the theme SKILLING YOUTH FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT. Over 100 youths from different sub counties in Nebbi are participating in this training sponsored by Uganda Communications Commission partnering with Mediavision Academy a film and television training school in collaboration with Gretak Services Limited. Abak Robert RDC Nebbi District with Youths in Nebbi  Abak in his address appreciates UCC with its partners for bringing the youth training and urges the youth to take such training seriously. He warns the youth to avoid any form of content that will lead to computer miss use but also be concerned about financial literacy so they should use this training to change their lives positively because proper phone usage generate more money and the training they have r

In an ever-evolving digital landscape, acquiring relevant skills is key to unlocking opportunities. The ICT and multimedia training for the youth kicked of yesterday 8 th April 2024 at the IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY NEBBI CATHEDRAL PARISH CHURCH HALL and will run for 5 days. Sponsored by Uganda Communications Commission partnering with Mediavision Academy and Gretak services limited, its main objective is to enhance tailored competences of the youth for utilization of ICT and Multimedia for employment, and development. Nebbi Youths during the ICT and Multimedia training This will be achieved through developing and building the capacity of the youth to adopt ICT tools and applications in multimedia content production and related business processes, to enable the youths to improve their creativity, innovation, productivity, and competitiveness in national and international markets. Day 1: Introduction to ICT, the program kicked off with an insightful session on the fundamentals of inf

Over 100 youth in Pakwach district where 1/3 of the number constitute the unemployed category, have been blessed with a free training for a period on one week conducted by Mediavision Academy with support from Uganda Communications Commission to ensure young people in Pakwach compete favorably in workplace environment and the environment outside the workplace that impacts work. In the last day of the training after successfully young people in Pakwach being taken through training in ICT and Multimedia skilling, Mediavision Academy thought it prudent enough to take through the participant in Entrepreneurial and Financial Literacy skill. Financial literacy for social media and multimedia content creators is vital since it will help them to in budgeting and cost management, financial record keeping and credit control and also principles of Excellency in social media entrepreneurship. Youths during the ICT and Multimedia skilling in Pakwach District Pakwach LC V Chairperson Robert Omito St

 This Article evaluates the impact of a randomized training program brought by Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) and her partners MEDIAVISION ACADEMY & GRETAK SERVICES LTD to the youths in Pakwach on ICT & Multimedia outcomes of trainees. This is one of two such randomized training trials conducted on the fourth day of the training and, as such, it offers the unique opportunity to examine the causal impact of training in a developing context. Youths one by one demonstrating their lessons  We use collected data on groups randomly selected to training and find that training had widespread and large effects on youth in terms of creating content, using the available application to exhibit created work, assignment to ensure that trainees learnt what they were taken through.   In particular, youths who received training having a higher probability of being employed, of having a formal job with a written contract. Moreover, trained youth earn higher wages, profits and work mo

On 25th March 2024, we had the pleasure of hosting Mr Aduloju John an exceptional cinematographer from ARRI accompanied by Samuel Tebandeke, Screen writer, director and CEO Kiasi TV. Their visit provided us with invaluable insights into the latest innovations and technologies shaping the world of filmmaking. Here's a glimpse into the enriching experience we had. Mr. Aduloju John (3rd Left) Smamuel Tebandeke (1st righ) with Mediavision Team ARRI is a German manufacturer of motion picture film equipment based in Munich. It produces professional motion picture cameras, lenses, lighting and post-production equipment. Expertise in Camera Production: ARRI's expertise in camera production was evident as they introduced to us their latest range of cameras such as Alexa, highlighting the advancements in image quality, sensor technology, and usability. From compact handheld cameras to high-end digital cinema cameras, ARRI's commitment to pushing the boundaries of cinematography was

Everything has gone digital, including entrepreneurship. Graining ICT and Multimedia skill is one of the leading strategies that business people, individuals and social media influencers use to monetize their followings and presence. At least 110 youth in Pakwach District have embarked on training by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) and Mediavision Academy with Gretak services limited on the basics of using Information and Technologies, something that will aid growing techniques in affiliate social media influencer use to increase their earnings in social media marketing. Youths in the ICT & Multimedia training in Council Hall Pakwach Chairperson Pakwach District Local Government Mr. Omito Robert Steen in his   remarks advised Pakwach youths that online marketing serves as a direct line to audience, providing an opportunity to curate value content, share insights and strategically integrate affiliated links. He also urged the youth to change their mindset and embrace

In a bid to empower the youth of Pakwach district with digital skills, a 5 days ICT & Multimedia Skilling for the Youth Training commenced on the 2nd ending on 6 th of April, 2024, at the council hall. This initiative, aimed at bridging the digital divide, is set to equip participants with essential skills for the digital age, such as content creation, multimedia production, and internet proficiency. Pakwach district, located in northern Uganda, is a predominantly rural area with limited access to technology and opportunities for youth development. The lack of digital skills and knowledge among the youth has been a major hindrance to their personal and economic growth. However, with the increasing use of technology in various sectors, it has become imperative for young people to be digitally literate and have multimedia skills. Youths in the ICT & Multimedia training The training program, sponsored by Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) under UCUSAF partnering with Medi