Stories & Updates

Insights from the forefront of the African creator economy.

Wowzi Uganda Kicks Off Ubuntu Creators Programme at Cavendish University to Empower 15,000 Women Creators Across Uganda.

Program Updates

7/23/2026 Hesborn Mataya

Wowzi Uganda Kicks Off Ubuntu Creators Programme at Cavendish University to Empower 15,000 Women Creators Across Uganda.

Kampala, Uganda – The future of Uganda's creator economy took a significant step forward this week as Wowzi Uganda officially launched the Ubuntu Creators Programme at Cavendish University Uganda, marking the beginning of an ambitious three-year initiative to equip 15,000 women content creators with digital marketing, content creation, and influencer marketing skills.

Program Updates

Why East African Creators Need Alternative Monetization Models

Creator Tips

6/12/2026 Dancun Mabuko

Why East African Creators Need Alternative Monetization Models

The question is no longer whether content creation can become a viable profession. The question is whether creators are prepared to build businesses around the audiences they are creating today.

Creator Tips

Beyond Likes and Views: Why East African Creators Must Rethink Content Trends and Monetization

Creator Tips

6/12/2026 Dancun Mabuko

Beyond Likes and Views: Why East African Creators Must Rethink Content Trends and Monetization

Many creators enter the industry believing that more followers automatically lead to more money. Unfortunately, that is not always the case.

Creator Tips

Did You Know You Can Learn, Create and Earn Through Digital Skills? Let's Learn Here...

Program Updates

5/14/2026 Hesborn Mataya

Did You Know You Can Learn, Create and Earn Through Digital Skills? Let's Learn Here...

The program is designed to empower women with practical knowledge in content creation, digital marketing, social media management, branding, and influencer marketing — skills that are increasingly shaping the future of work and business in Uganda and across Africa.

Program Updates

From Market Stall to Digital Star: Grace’s Journey with Project Ubuntu

Success Stories

1/16/2026 Hesborn Mataya

From Market Stall to Digital Star: Grace’s Journey with Project Ubuntu

But with her smartphone, creativity, and opportunity, Grace is a rising Ugandan content creator earning over UGX 2 million per month from brand partnerships, social media campaigns, and digital collaborations.

Success Stories

Create. Influence. Earn. — The Future of Digital in Uganda is Yours

Creator Tips

1/16/2026 Hesborn Mataya

Create. Influence. Earn. — The Future of Digital in Uganda is Yours

With the rise of creators, influencers, and digital storytellers across Uganda, the next big careers aren’t only in offices — they’re online. That’s why Wowzi Uganda is rolling out a nation-wide Training in Content Creation & Influencer Marketing to turn your creativity into real opportunity

Creator Tips

WOWZI Influencing Uganda’s Creator Economy in Upcoming Digital Marketing Training in Uganda

Success Stories

1/15/2026 Hesborn Mataya

WOWZI Influencing Uganda’s Creator Economy in Upcoming Digital Marketing Training in Uganda

The recently concluded Training of Trainers was specifically designed to build a pool of skilled facilitators who will, in turn, train other trainers and creators across the country.

Success Stories

Digital Jobs

12/22/2025 Mike Otieno

10 Digital Jobs You Can Do With Your Phone in Uganda: Your Gateway Into Influencer Marketing

What if your phone could do more than chat, scroll, and watch videos? Across Uganda, a new economy is rising—one powered by content creators, influencers, and digital storytellers. Brands are no longer relying only on billboards and TV ads. They now work with real people, real stories, and real communities online.

Digital Jobs

5 Essential Content Creation Tips for Ugandan Creators

Creator Tips

12/18/2025 Mike Otieno

5 Essential Content Creation Tips for Ugandan Creators

Uganda’s digital economy is booming, and content creation is no longer just a hobby — it’s a viable career path for thousands of young women and men across the country. Master these fundamental skills to kickstart your content creation journey in Uganda's digital economy.

Creator Tips