Call 112
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| Directed by | Usama Mukwaya |
| Screenplay by | Meddy Sserwadda |
| Produced by | Hadijah Nakanjako |
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| Cinematography | Alex Ireeta |
| Music by | Tonny Timothy Kasoma |
Production company | O Studios Entertainment |
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Running time | 39 minutes |
| Country | Uganda |
| Language | English |
Call 112 is a 2025 Ugandan film directed by Usama Mukwaya[1] starring Mariam Ndagire Blair Koono and Kenny Rukundo in leading roles.[2] The short film produced by O Studios Entertainment with support from Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Uganda and South Sudan,[3][4] is set during a heated parliamentary election campaign in the fictional Kebambe West constituency. It premiered on 30 April 2025 in Kampala.[5][6][7]
Plot
[edit]James, a cash-strapped university student and TikTok influencer, lands a lucrative gig exposing the secrets of Teopista Ndyanabo, a prominent woman MP, on behalf of the enigmatic Albert. As Teopista faces intense scrutiny while seeking re-election as MP for Kebambe West, a massive disinformation campaign unleashes false rumors about her family, including the paternity of her children. However, as James becomes entangled in the scandal, he realizes too late that he's in over his head.
Cast
[edit]- Mariam Ndagire as Teopista Ndyanabo
- Blair Koono as James
- Kenny Rukundo as Albert
- Peter Odeke as Goliath Ndyanabo
- Timothy Lwanga as Muwanga Mukasa
- Reef Sserwadda as Bbosa
- Ethan Kavuma as Albert
- Florence Yiga as Haluwa
Awareness Campaign
[edit]As part of the film’s premiere, a campaign titled Love Facts was launched—an engaging, holistic, and humorous pro-debunking initiative designed to spark a movement among young people that embraces facts through fun, food, and creativity. Speaking at the event, Anna Reismann, Country Representative for KAS Uganda and South Sudan, noted that the film illustrated how disinformation spreads in the digital age. She emphasized that influencers have become major sources of information for youth, but are increasingly being targeted by those seeking to fuel conflict and sow chaos.[8][9][10]
References
[edit]- ^ "Uganda: 'Call 112' World Premieres in Kampala". Ground News. 2025-05-05. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ "Call 112 Film: What's the impact of social media disinformation?". The Independent Uganda. 2025-05-01. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ Mugwana, Jacob (2025-05-01). "Ugandan Film 'Call 112' Premieres in Kampala, Tackling the Growing Threat of Disinformation". Lifestyle Uganda. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ "Call 112 film press release!". Auslandsbüro Uganda und Südsudan (in German). 2025-04-30. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ Republic, Matooke (2025-05-01). "New Ugandan film Call 112 premieres, tackles digital disinformation and election manipulation - Matooke Republic". Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ satisfashionug (2025-04-30). "Call 112 – A Short Film by Usama Mukwaya Starring Mariam Ndagire, Blair Koono, Peter Odeke & More: A Timely Reminder About the High Cost of Disinformation". SatisFashion Uganda | Fashion | Beauty | Entertainment. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ Rafiki, Sunrise (2025-05-01). "Ugandan Film "Call 112" Premieres in Kampala, Exposing Digital Threats to Stability – Sunrise". Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ Kazibwe, Kenneth. "Call 112: Film That Exposes Threat Caused by Social Media Disinformation Premieres". Nilepost News. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ Ruby, Josh (2025-05-01). "Ugandan film 'Call 112' premiered, tackles disinformation and its impact on society". MBU. Retrieved 2025-05-05.
- ^ https://observer.ug/lifestyle-entertainment/call-112-tackles-tacky-issue-of-disinformation/