In a highly anticipated premiere at Century Cinemax Acacia Mall, “Sabotage” made its debut in an elegant affair attended by key figures in Uganda’s arts industry, development organizations, celebrities, and film enthusiasts. Produced by Reach A Hand Uganda (RAHU) in collaboration with Sauti+ Media Hub and Nabwiso Films, the film aims to raise awareness about Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) in Uganda.
Directed by Mathew Nabwiso and featuring Stella Natumbwe, Sharifa Ali, Jjemba Dean Austin, Denid Kinan, and others, “Sabotage” unfolds as a rollercoaster drama set around a traditional wedding (‘kwanjula’), exploring themes of sexual violence, abortion, and tradition. The film addresses the urgent need for action to protect young girls and women from enduring trauma and unsafe abortions resulting from sexual violence.
Humphrey Nabimanya, the film’s Executive Producer, emphasized the prevalence of sexual violence and its disproportionate impact on girls and women. He stated, “Sabotage sheds light on this urgent matter and emphasizes the pressing need for immediate action to protect our young girls and women.”
Abortion is illegal in Uganda, and unsafe practices often become the unfortunate alternative for victims of sexual violence, contributing to maternal deaths. James Tumusiime, Reach A Hand Uganda’s Country Director, highlighted the film’s role in addressing stigma, gender-based violence, teenage pregnancy, maternal mortality, and harmful cultural narratives in the Ugandan context.
The public will have the opportunity to screen “Sabotage” on February 23, 24, and 25 at Century Cinemax branches at Acacia Mall, Arena Mall, and Metroplex Naalya. The film premiere concluded with an elegant reception, providing attendees with the chance to interact with the cast and crew and share their thoughts on the impactful film.
RAHU expressed gratitude to partners, including the Hewlett Foundation, The Coalition to Stop Maternal Mortality Due to Unsafe Abortion (CSMMUA), Billi Now Now, Rutgers International, RightHereRightNow, and Movit Uganda, for their support in bringing “Sabotage” to fruition.
