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23 July 2025, 9:35 am
UMWA to launch gender media monitoring in West Nile for inclusive reporting
By Byamukama Alozious The Uganda Media Women’s Association (UMWA) has launched an 18-month project to monitor media houses and journalists in West Nile and other regions, aiming to enhance gender inclusion and amplify the voices of marginalised groups in the…
23 July 2025, 9:06 am
UMWA training inspires West Nile journalist to embrace gender-sensitive reportin…
By Byamukama Alozious West Nile-based journalist Andy Opingopi says his approach to reporting has changed significantly following training on gender-sensitive reporting by the Uganda Media Women’s Association (UMWA). For over a decade in journalism, Opingopi operated within the traditional confines…
8 July 2025, 8:43 pm
Journalists trained on reporting about special interest groups
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has conducted a half-day training session for journalists from various districts, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to report on Special Interest Groups (SIGs). The training aimed to enhance journalists’…
20 June 2025, 10:18 am
Journalists urged to adopt gender-sensitive reporting for inclusive development
By Mike Masiira In a bid to promote and popularise the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of leaving no one behind, journalists—particularly those in mainstream media such as radio, television, and daily newspapers—have been urged to undertake gender-sensitive reporting to ensure…
19 June 2025, 7:33 pm
Journalists urged to produce inclusive, gender-balanced news coverage
By Annet Nakato Journalists have been urged to produce news content that reflects the voices of both men and women, in a call to promote inclusive and impartial journalism. The call was made by Doreen Sempe during a training session…
19 June 2025, 4:14 pm
Award-winning journalists Oluka, Mulindwa share their journalism journey
By Flora Aduk Catch the inspiring stories of award-winning journalists Esther Oluka and Jamila Mulindwa on Her Story 256, a programme where powerful voices shine. They share their journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and what it means to be recognised…
30 May 2025, 12:15 pm
CHOUMA holds thanksgiving, urges truthful and faithful journalism
By Ivan Naijuka The Church of Uganda Media Association (CHOUMA) held a thanksgiving service on Friday, May 30, 2025, at All Saints’ Cathedral, Kampala, bringing together Church of Uganda christian journalists, media practitioners, and church leaders for a time of…
26 May 2025, 5:47 pm
Journalist speaks out after career setback
By Byamukama Alozious A young female videographer and field journalist based in northern Uganda has broken her silence on how she is being gradually edged out of her profession, shedding light on the deeper gender inequalities that continue to haunt…
26 May 2025, 4:03 pm
Overlooked and undervalued: Female journalist speaks out on media injustice
By Byamukama Alozious A senior female journalist in the Lango subregion has revealed how she was unfairly denied a promotion despite years of service and proven competence a story that mirrors the broader gender inequalities within Uganda’s media industry. In…
26 May 2025, 12:54 pm
Journalists in Lango tasked to champion gender-inclusive reporting
By Byamukama Alozious During a gender sensitive training by the Uganda Media Women’s Association (UMWA) in Lira city, journalists were asked to promote gender-responsive reporting and amplify underrepresented voices, particularly women and marginalised groups. The training is part of the…