Executives from CNN and Turner Broadcasting have arrived in Uganda, ahead of the 2010 CNN Multichoice African Journalist of the Year Awards. This year is the first time the awards - now in their 15th year - have been held in the East African country.

Recognizing and encouraging excellence in journalism throughout Africa, 975 entries from 40 African countries were received for this year's consideration.

The finalists, announced back in April, will be awarded at a special ceremony this Saturday.

You can learn more about the awards on a special section at CNN.com.