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Hon. Nobert Mao congratulates the Registrar General, Ms. Mercy K. Kainobwisho, and Board member, Ms. Lydia A. Sekkabira on the ISO 9001:2015 certification milestone
Mr. Hamidu Tumuhimbise, a senior Registration Officer, attends to a client during the UEB claimants exercise at the Uganda Business Facilitation Center, Kololo
A delegation from PACRA led by the Deputy Registrar Mr. Chewe Peter Chilufya (Center) visited URSB for a 3 days benchmarking visit on the Intellectual Property Registry on how systems operate, the digital improvements implemented and how these reforms contribute to reduced turnaround time
A delegation from UNOC visits URSB to benchmark on the Digital Transformation Journey.
Director General WIPO Mr. Daren Tang, Minister of Justice Hon. Nobert Mao, The Registrar General Ms. Mercy K. Kainobwisho, URSB Board members a delegation from WIPO pause for a photo at the Uganda Business Facilitation Center during the DG’s mission to Uganda

National Producers’ Guild Workshop Boosts Skills for Local Film Producers
A recent workshop hosted by the Department of Copyright and Neighbouring Rights has provided over 100 film producers and industry stakeholders with essential skills for navigating the film sector in Uganda.
The event, organized by the National Producers’ Guild of Uganda (NPGU) in partnership with MultiChoice Uganda, attracted 110 participants, including independent producers, representatives from the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), the Uganda Federation of Movie Industry (UFMI), and MultiChoice Uganda.
During the workshop, attendees engaged in presentations and panel discussions focused on key topics such as product distribution, revenue sharing, and selecting the right distribution partners. Industry experts highlighted challenges facing the Ugandan film market, emphasizing the need to enhance content quality, master pitching techniques, and implement efficient production practices.
Participants also received hands-on training in business formalization, project pitching, film production, and distribution. These sessions aimed to equip producers with practical skills they can use immediately to improve their work and create new opportunities.
In addition to learning, the workshop served as a valuable networking platform, helping to build connections within the local film industry. Organizers emphasized that these kinds of events are crucial for empowering Ugandan filmmakers and developing a dynamic film sector that supports cultural expression and boosts economic growth.