Two Ugandans, Joseph Opio and David Kibuuka have been nominated in the 2020 Emmy Awards.
They have been nominated in the category for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series – 2020’
They both work with Trevor Noah on the Dail Show as scriptwriters. The Daily show also scooped a nomination in the category of Best Variety Show.
The Emmy Awards will happen on September 21, 2020, at the Microsoft Theatre and will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel.
The awards honour personalities and shows that stand out in various branches of the TV business.
Opio has previously worked with Urban TV Uganda as an on-air talent. He also wrote stories for the Kampala Sun.