Film & Stage

Uganda’s hall of fame in Film & Stage, arranged by level. Every entry carries the sources it was written from.

Peerless Level 1 of 4 nobody yet Changed the field itself. Tell the country's story without them and the story breaks. Landmark Level 2 of 4 1 person A first that opened a door, or the pre-eminent figure of their generation in this country. Distinguished Level 3 of 4 nobody yet Sustained excellence over a career, widely honoured at home. Household Name Level 4 of 4 1 person Known and loved across the country, whatever the body of work behind it.

Landmark

A first that opened a door, or the pre-eminent figure of their generation in this country.

Founder of Wakaliwood, and Uganda's first action film

Known and loved across the country, whatever the body of work behind it.

East Africa's best-known comedian

This is an editorial selection, and it is certainly incomplete. Tell us who is missing from Uganda and why — an editor reads every suggestion.

This is an editorial selection, not an official register. If you think someone is missing or something is wrong, let us know.