Uganda: The price of truth

In ‘Reporters Against Power: Uganda,’ this documentary explores the challenges faced by journalists working in a country where press freedom is restricted. In Uganda, reporters encounter numerous obstacles when attempting to uncover stories that authorities would prefer to keep hidden. Despite threats and significant hurdles, they continue to bring critical issues to light, demonstrating the resilience and determination of the press. By comparing the realities of journalism in Uganda with the relatively easier conditions for reporting in democratic countries, this documentary emphasizes the essential role of a free press in promoting accountability and safeguarding society’s right to information.

Why this film?

I am a journalist and have been working intensively in Uganda for 10 years. I have witnessed three previous elections and all forms of violence and torture that journalists were subjected to, as well as the denial of freedom of expression. During the elections in Uganda in 2021, journalists faced significant challenges, including political intimidation, torture, and death. Ahead of the 2021 elections, half (51%) of citizens feared becoming victims of intimidation or violence related to the elections. Journalists reporting on political events, especially those involving opposition leaders like Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine), were frequently attacked, beaten, and unlawfully arrested. Reporters Without Borders ranked Uganda 133rd in terms of press freedom, a decline from 102nd place in 2015.

Qwin Daisy

Kurator:in

I have been living and working in Munich, Germany for four years now. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from Uganda Christian University and have over 10 years of experience in professional journalism, with a passionate focus on broadcast media; radio and television. Since 2021, I have been a One Young World Fellow, which is the association of the 5,000 best young leaders from around the world, aiming to strengthen and develop young leadership for a fair, sustainable future for all. I am passionately interested in democracy, governance, and the pursuit of human rights for everyone, especially for vulnerable communities of women and girls in East Africa. I have a great passion for media and journalism, and my dream is to travel the world and tell stories from across the globe, with a particular focus on feature films and documentaries.

Dorah

Kurator:in

In 'Reporters Against Power: Uganda,' this documentary explores the challenges faced by journalists working in a country where press freedom is restricted. In Uganda, reporters encounter numerous obstacles when attempting to uncover stories that authorities would prefer to keep hidden. Despite threats and significant hurdles, they continue to bring critical issues to light, demonstrating the resilience and determination of the press. By comparing the realities of journalism in Uganda with the relatively easier conditions for reporting in democratic countries, this documentary emphasizes the essential role of a free press in promoting accountability and safeguarding society's right to information.

Why this film?

25.11.2025, 19:00 Uhr

Kees Schaap

Uganda

Documentary

OmU (dt.)

42 min.

Free

Filmblock 1

Prison and Deprivation of Liberty,
Psychological Distress,
Violence

NS-Dokumentationszentrum München
Max-Mannheimer-Platz 1
80333 München

Qwin Daisy

Kurator:in

Dorah

Kurator:in

Why this film?