Adoption of Digital Storytelling Workshops in Oral History Preservation among Indigenous Communities in Southern Uganda,

Digital storytelling has emerged as a tool for preserving oral histories in indigenous communities facing rapid cultural change. This study employed qualitative research methods including semi-structured interviews with 20 community members, focus group discussions with 15 elders, and document analysis of workshop materials. Data were analysed using thematic content analysis to identify patterns and themes related to the adoption process. Community workshops in Southern Uganda have been largely successful, with 80% of participants reporting increased interest in oral history preservation after attending a digital storytelling session. Digital storytelling workshops appear effective in engaging Indigenous communities in oral history preservation efforts in Southern Uganda. Further research should investigate the long-term impact and scalability of these workshops across different indigenous groups in Uganda. digital storytelling, oral history, community engagement, qualitative study, Indigenous communities