The National Youth Talent Awards 2015-2017 was a competition for young people involved in creative arts such as performing art (music, film, comedy), literary art (book) and innovations;
The National Youth Talent award was specifically developed to;
i. Recognize creativity and innovativeness of young people;
ii. Identify untapped talents in young artist and inculcate spirit of self employment
iii. Strengthen common ties amongst Ugandan youth
Over 100 artists applied for the talent award
Of the four artists who were selected each of them got some funds to support thier enterpprises
As of June 2019, all the enterprises had employed at least two other young people in thier activities
Publicity of the culture and creative industry domains were published in the newspaper and online
110,000
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UN Women
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There is need for continuity of the measure for more young people to get motivated to take part in cultural activities