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KQ is a Future Consultancy, Culture and Creative Studio based in East Africa.

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Curating Brave safe spaces for East-African creatives

Curating Brave safe spaces for East-African creatives

Explore our Research & Insights into the Arts and Culture in East Africa.

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Explore our Research & Insights into the Arts and Culture in East Africa.

EXPLORE INSIGHTS

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BEHIND THE SCENES: We were privileged to do a #Cli

BEHIND THE SCENES: We were privileged to do a #ClimateAfricaNowPodcast recording with @qatahar a seasoned Jounalist and activist moderated by our own @portia_uwera on the Media's role in championing climate change awareness. This podcast is made possible with generous support from @africaeuropefoundation and will be released soon!

After over 6-months connecting virtually 10 UK bas

After over 6-months connecting virtually 10 UK based artists and 10 Ugandan based artists as fellows of our cultural exchange fellowship project dubbed #TalkaokeSkillsLab a project we co-created with our London based partner @the_peoplespeak who have been using #Talkaoke -- a pop up talk show where anyone can sit down and air their views around the table of chat. Talkoake is a fun and exciting way to have a debate, conversation or discussion about the things that matter to you. The table is battery powered and has a built in PA system, so it can be set up almost anywhere.

Together with @cajonmusichouse We managed to finally prototype our first ever Talkaoke table for our final project activity at MOTIV; which as described by one of the participants was;

"a round table format for pop up talk shows, conversations and intercultural dialogues to change makers, creatives and cultural practitioners sharing insights on various topics covering identity and sense of belonging, cultural heritage and taboos, Social economic constructs and Urban development, Contemporary Youth Culture, Oppressive governments and references, and then War and its impacts beyond the battle field and then in augmented by a program in between of live music and spoken word performances and an ardent public audience of creatives, policymakers, community leaders among others broadcast live via Zoom for all to connect"

Special thanks to @britisharts @eastafricaarts for supporting and fostering a new cultural exchange connection with our partner based in London, UK The People Speak who have been very supportive and authoritative on helping us learn a new approach to fostering change in communities through round table dialogues and discourses.

As we come to the end of our #TalkaokeSkillsLabs a

As we come to the end of our #TalkaokeSkillsLabs a cultural exchange project we have in partnership with @the_peoplespeak and supported by @britisharts @eastafricaarts. Come meet in physical and digital our 20 Talkaoke Skills Lab fellows from the United Kingdom & Uganda on the 10th July, 2022 as they showcase what they learnt from the Labs! Very proud to have been connecting and working with this group of creative artists & ambitious leaders of tomorrow in dialogue over the past few months.

African activists are frequently excluded from spe

African activists are frequently excluded from speaking on international platforms about global issues such as climate change, despite Africa being disproportionately affected. For instance, a common case is the erasure of Ugandan activist Vanessa Nakate at the COP26 UN climate summit another classic example of how western media portrays ‘white saviour’ solutions to the problem, reinforcing the need for real global South involvement.

THE CLIMATE AFRICA NOW PODCAST

Climate Africa Now Podcast will be a weekly audio-visual podcast series highlighting, engaging young climate advocates, influencers and policymakers in empowering conversations that connect all aspects of the climate emergency in Africa. The podcast seeks to explore in dialogue issues around - the individual and the systemic, the scary and the exciting – to deepen communities understanding of the most critical issue of our time as told by African Climate Champions and Activists.

We will invite authoritative voices from more diverse sectors of the-African climate community: storytellers, CEOs, leaders of environmental justice groups, and sustainable food producers, to name a few.

We will use this podcast to ignite, provoke, challenge, advocate, champion, demand policymakers, leaders to listen to the scientists and ACT NOW for Climate Change.

Together with @africaeuropefoundation -- Our overreaching goal is to ensure the conversation around climate change in Africa remains diverse, robust and at the forefront of our civic dialogue. We want to amplify the voices of African activists for Climate Change adding our voices to the many globally and stand to be heard.

We will go beyond simply raising awareness to catalyzing action. We will use this podcast to expose the web of interrelated issues that impact every aspect of our lives. And we will use this podcast to set the stage for one-time adversaries to develop empathy and perhaps become partners who develop solutions that inspire us all in this Climate Change Movement globally.

MEET OUR PANELISTS: Starting Your Creative Busines

MEET OUR PANELISTS: Starting Your Creative Business.

Linda Nabasa, is a performing artist in Kampala Uganda. A playwright, actress and theatre producer. She co-founded Afroman Spice, a women’s theatre group and Blac Anthem theatre, an artistic initiative for early years theatre. She is the head script writer at Wiz arts foundation where she has written more than 60 radio / audio episodes. As a performer, she has performed in Croatia, Germany, South Africa, Harare, Angola, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania.

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In partnership with the British Council in Uganda @eastafricaarts we present The Business of Creative Arts Talk series. These monthly series seek to explore the intersection between Creative Arts and Business. Offering artists, arts organizations, cultural leaders, curators, collectors, and creatives– among others the rare opportunity to acquire the knowledge & tools needed to run a thriving sustainable creative arts business in the current marketplace.

Our first episode on: Starting Your Creative Business will feature a panel of creative entrepreneurs including @raymondmalinga , James Onen ( FatBoy), @bellaartug & moderated/ produced by @lindahnabasa

More details and to register: https://bit.ly/3w9SE24 ( LINK IN BIO)

MEET OUR PANELISTS: Starting Your Creative Busines

MEET OUR PANELISTS: Starting Your Creative Business.

James Onen, 46, also known as “Fatboy” is a long-serving radio personality and chief executive officer of a newly launched online radio station known as RX RADIO. He is also the host of The Fatboy Show on RX Radio which airs on weekdays from Monday to Friday. He has courted some controversy over the years for his socially unconventional views towards religion and marriage. He won the 2020 Afrimma Award Winner for Best Media Personality in Africa.

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In partnership with the British Council in Uganda @eastafricaarts we present The Business of Creative Arts Talk series. These monthly series seek to explore the intersection between Creative Arts and Business. Offering artists, arts organizations, cultural leaders, curators, collectors, and creatives– among others the rare opportunity to acquire the knowledge & tools needed to run a thriving sustainable creative arts business in the current marketplace.

Our first episode on: Starting Your Creative Business will feature a panel of creative entrepreneurs including @raymondmalinga , James Onen ( FatBoy), @bellaartug & moderated/ produced by @lindahnabasa

More details and to register: https://bit.ly/3w9SE24 ( LINK IN BIO)

MEET OUR PANELISTS: Starting Your Creative Busines

MEET OUR PANELISTS: Starting Your Creative Business.

Isabella Mwebaza Alice aka (@bellaartug ) is a painter based in Kampala Uganda. She has a first class degree in accounting and is the CEO of @paintandsipuganda . Paint and Sip events offer a unique, memorable experience combining professionally-led painting gatherings with a high-energy environment of fun, socialising, and creating art masterpieces.

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In partnership with the British Council in Uganda @eastafricaarts we present The Business of Creative Arts Talk series. These monthly series seek to explore the intersection between Creative Arts and Business. Offering artists, arts organizations, cultural leaders, curators, collectors, and creatives– among others the rare opportunity to acquire the knowledge & tools needed to run a thriving sustainable creative arts business in the current marketplace.

Our first episode on: Starting Your Creative Business will feature a panel of creative entrepreneurs including @raymondmalinga , James Onen ( FatBoy), @bellaartug & moderated/ produced by @lindahnabasa

More details and to register: https://bit.ly/3w9SE24 ( LINK IN BIO)

MEET OUR PANELISTS: Starting Your Creative Busines

MEET OUR PANELISTS: Starting Your Creative Business.

@raymondmalinga , from Uganda, is the CEO of the Creatures Company Ltd, an animation studio based in Kampala. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Animation and Visual Effects in 2014 from Multimedia University Cyberjaya, Malaysia. He directed and produced the multi-award-winning animated film A Kalabanda Ate My Homework. Creatures is focused on developing original content in the form of short films, TV shows and feature films that showcase the African spirit in new and fantastic ways. Raymond is currently directing a short film for Disney+ Kizazi Moto Anthology.

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In partnership with the British Council in Uganda @eastafricaarts we present The Business of Creative Arts Talk series. These monthly series seek to explore the intersection between Creative Arts and Business. Offering artists, arts organizations, cultural leaders, curators, collectors, and creatives– among others the rare opportunity to acquire the knowledge & tools needed to run a thriving sustainable creative arts business in the current marketplace.

Our first episode on: Starting Your Creative Business will feature a panel of creative entrepreneurs including @raymondmalinga , James Onen ( FatBoy), @bellaartug & moderated/ produced by @lindahnabasa

More details and to register: https://bit.ly/3w9SE24 ( LINK IN BIO)

In partnership with the British Council in Uganda

In partnership with the British Council in Uganda @eastafricaarts we present The Business of Creative Arts Talk series. These monthly series seek to explore the intersection between Creative Arts and Business. Offering artists, arts organizations, cultural leaders, curators, collectors, and creatives– among others the rare opportunity to acquire the knowledge & tools needed to run a thriving sustainable creative arts business in the current marketplace.

Our first episode on: Starting Your Creative Business will feature a panel of creative entrepreneurs including @raymondmalinga , James Onen ( FatBoy), @bellaartug & moderated/ produced by @lindahnabasa

More details and to register: https://bit.ly/3w9SE24 ( LINK IN BIO)

Introducing “We Empower” a podcast series we w

Introducing “We Empower” a podcast series we will be producing for @unwomenuganda. Join our round table discussions with inspirational actors and gain an insight into the work done by UN Women Uganda. UN Women works to end violence and discrimination against women and girls, championing peace and security within key communities, all while working towards sustainable climate change. We invite you to join us as we delve into the trailblazing commitment to break the barriers to gender equality in Uganda.

Are you a Ugandan Photographer between the ages 18

Are you a Ugandan Photographer between the ages 18 - 30 years? The 2022 @unwomenuganda Call for Photo Entries is for you to showcase your creative and innovative photo scenes exploring women empowerment – Submit online via: bit.ly/3rY5VJY #WeEmpowerUG

Are you a Ugandan Photographer between the ages 18

Are you a Ugandan Photographer between the ages 18 - 30 years? The 2022 @unwomenuganda Call for Photo Entries is for you to showcase your creative and innovative photo scenes exploring women empowerment – Submit online via: bit.ly/3rY5VJY (LINK IN BIO) #WeEmpowerUG

This is your chance to be part of a new movement of creatives championing women empowerment participating in a public exhibition curated by @kqhubafrica at Sheraton Hotel Kampala. #ugandaphotography #photouganda #uganda🇺🇬 #womenempowerment

Are you a Ugandan Photographer between the ages 18

Are you a Ugandan Photographer between the ages 18 - 30 years? The 2022 @unwomenuganda Call for Photo Entries is for you to showcase your creative and innovative photo scenes exploring women empowerment – Submit online via: bit.ly/3rY5VJY (LINK IN BIO) #WeEmpowerUG

This is your chance to be part of a new movement of creatives championing women empowerment participating in a public exhibition curated by @kqhubafrica at Sheraton Hotel Kampala. #ugandaphotography #photouganda #uganda🇺🇬 #womenempowerment

Meet our 20 Fellows ( 10 from Uganda & 10 from the

Meet our 20 Fellows ( 10 from Uganda & 10 from the UK) who are part of the #TalkaokeSkillsLAB 2022 project an initiative of @the_peoplespeak based in London & @kqhubafrica based in Kampala supported by @britisharts @eastafricaarts.

We are using this project working with fellows to re-imagine what intercultural dialogue means in the global context and helping us enhance fellows skills necessary for dialogue and narrative change in their communities in Uganda & London.

MEET THE TEAM: Join us in welcoming @babaluku a

MEET THE TEAM:

Join us in welcoming @babaluku a seasoned transformative community leader, arts and culture mover who is joining The Talkaoke Skills LABS as a mentor!

This project is a partnership between @kqhubafrica and @the_peoplespeak with support from @eastafricaarts @britisharts #EastAfricaArts @southernafricaarts

Meet @sophie_amayo, a Creative Artist and now ment

Meet @sophie_amayo, a Creative Artist and now mentor of our Talkaoke Skills Labs Fellows! Sophie is joining the team at @kqhubafrica to help spearhead the learning process as part of the Skills LABS.

This project is a partnership between @kqhubafrica and @the_peoplespeak with support from @eastafricaarts @britisharts #EastAfricaArts @southernafricaarts

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM @helloelam is a Talk Show H

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM

@helloelam is a Talk Show Host and Visual Artist and part of the amazing @the_peoplespeak UK team.

She has been working as a Talkaoke host igniting conversations and helping foster intercultural dialogue.

Here she’s giving you a hint of what to expect from being part of the #TalkaokeSkillsLAB project!

This project is a partnership between @kqhubafrica and @the_peoplespeak with support from @eastafricaarts @britisharts #EastAfricaArts @southernafricaarts

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM Mikey is Founder and Co-cre

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM

Mikey is Founder and Co-creator @the_peoplespeak .

He has been at the helm of building a practical and playful methodology through #Talkaoke that creates a safe space for idea exchanges using digital technology and visualization.

Here he’s giving you reasons why you should Apply for our#TalkaokeSkillsLAB project currently OPEN for Applications!

This project is a partnership between @kqhubafrica and @the_peoplespeak with support from @eastafricaarts @britisharts #EastAfricaArts.

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM @littlefirestorm is a Visua

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM

@littlefirestorm is a Visual Artist, Graphics Designer & part of the amazing @the_peoplespeak UK team.

She has been at the helm of putting together the visual identity of this project and helping design a roadmap for the delivery of the TALKAOKE SKILS LAB!

Here she’s giving you reasons why you should Apply for our#TalkaokeSkillsLAB project currently OPEN for Applications!

This project is a partnership between @kqhubafrica and @the_peoplespeak with support from @eastafricaarts @britisharts #EastAfricaArts.

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM @wabwirewa is the Creative

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM

@wabwirewa is the Creative Director & Creative Economy Consultant at @kqhubafrica A Ugandan based future consultancy, Culture Studio & Creative Agency based in Kampala, Uganda. KQ Hub Africa has been at the forefront of sparking intercultural dialogue in East Africa through their project @creativetalks.africa

He has been at the helm of curating dialogues and fostering safe spaces allowing for diverse ideas and knowledge exchanges within the creative industries.

KQ Hub Africa is trailblazing a new approach to intercultural dialogue by fostering local and international projects that engage creatives in Uganda and East Africa at large.

Here he’s giving you reasons why you should Apply for our #TalkaokeSkillsLAB project

This project is a partnership between @kqhubafrica and @the_peoplespeak with support from @eastafricaarts @britisharts #EastAfricaArts.

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