Aggie Asiimwe Konde and George Lugalambi On 15 August in Kampala, more than 20 editors and media leaders from various Ugandan news organisations participated in a listening session to share insight…| African Centre for Media Excellence
The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) is delighted to announce another opportunity for journalists across Uganda to apply for grants supporting investigative journalism projects aimed at promoting accountability, transparency […]| African Centre for Media Excellence
The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) is delighted to announce another opportunity for journalists across Uganda to apply for grants supporting investigative journalism projects aimed at promoting accountability, transparency […]| African Centre for Media Excellence
Hayes Mabweazara, University of Glasgow and Bethia Pearson, University of Glasgow Media capture happens when media outlets lose their independence and fall under the influence of political or finan…| African Centre for Media Excellence
This study conducted by the African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) examines how six leading media outlets (newspapers and television stations) in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania covered solar energ…| African Centre for Media Excellence
Reporting on elections presents a unique and demanding challenge for the media. In a political climate often heightened public scrutiny, the integrity of your news organisation becomes the ultimate measure […]| African Centre for Media Excellence
When the Daily Monitor reported that three top officials in Mpigi District had been arrested over alleged bribery in public service hiring, the story was clear and compelling. The facts, […]| African Centre for Media Excellence
An opinion of ACME Mwalimu. At every induction, newsroom farewell, and journalism conference, the refrain is the same: Journalism is a calling; a noble duty. We do it for the […]| African Centre for Media Excellence
Independent media outlets worldwide are grappling with severe operational disruptions following a significant reduction in United States government foreign assistance, according to a new report rel…| African Centre for Media Excellence
Uganda’s media landscape is increasingly shaped by a mix of restrictive laws, administrative action and economic pressure, according to a new report by the African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME). […]| African Centre for Media Excellence
On June 5, 2025, an audio clip began circulating in Uganda, allegedly featuring well-known journalist Solomon Serwanjja in a private conversation. Many shared the clip, while others doubted its aut…| African Centre for Media Excellence
Sanam Mahoozi, City St George’s, University of London Climate change is already happening. But 36% of the world’s population still disputes the realities of its origins and impacts. When the […]| African Centre for Media Excellence
ACME is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Uganda National Journalism Awards. This year’s awards attracted participation from 147 journalists representing a diverse array of media…| African Centre for Media Excellence
On 28 May 2025, the African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) hosted the eleventh edition of the Uganda National Journalism Awards at Mestil Hotel in Kampala. The event brought together journalist…| African Centre for Media Excellence
The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) is delighted to unveil the shortlist of finalists for the 10th Annual Uganda National Journalism Awards. The Uganda National Journalism Awards are the…| African Centre for Media Excellence
To effectively bring about policy changes and interventions for road safety, it is crucial to involve and engage the public. Unfortunately, the media in Uganda is not doing a good job in engaging w…| African Centre for Media Excellence
