The inaugural Kampala Writes Litfest was presented under the theme “Writing our Truths: Commemorating Ugandan Literature,” and it brought together an eclectic mix of activities, including panel discussions, interactive writing workshops, masterclasses, storytelling sessions, open mic performances, and music. Topics covered included Contemporary Writing Trends in Uganda to spotlight emerging talent, the conventions of writing a good short story, book publishing and distribution challenges faced by Ugandan writers, memoir writing, copyright enforcement and protection in the digital era, and a children’s Read Aloud session aimed at fostering a love for books. The event also featured stage plays, film screenings, and readings and performances by featured authors.