Mama FM
101.7 MHz
Kisaasi - Kampala
+256 393 113 848
info@umwamamafm.co.ug
https://www.umwamamafm.co.ug
101.7 MHz
Kisaasi - Kampala
+256 393 113 848
info@umwamamafm.co.ug
https://www.umwamamafm.co.ug
12 January 2026, 11:20 am
According to electoral commission atleast 21 million Ugandans will elect leaders for the next 5 years on 25th Jan 2026 and it’s just days . In this podcast supported by UMWA under M space project, we host Rev. Ester Nandawula…
10 January 2026, 12:07 pm
By Byamukama Alozious With only 7 days to election day, women voices matter a lot. In this podcast Mama FM hosted Sandra Heather from Uganda parliamentary association UWOPA to shed light on why elections matter. This podcast is supported by…
7 January 2026, 7:50 pm
Tune in to our latest episode, where Charity Ahimbisibwe explores the vital role of civil society organisations in shaping Uganda’s electoral processes, brought to you by the M-space project. From promoting transparency and accountability to empowering citizens, civil society plays…
6 January 2026, 10:18 pm
By Annet Nakato The National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential candidate, Gen Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has unveiled a range of wealth and job creation initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods in Wakiso District, as he continues his campaign ahead of the forthcoming…
2 January 2026, 5:19 pm
By Byamukama Alozious On 15 January, Ugandans will choose their next leaders, including the President, Members of Parliament and other office holders. The media is on the ground covering all stages of the process. In our podcast, we host Rasmon…
1 January 2026, 2:49 pm
By Robinah Nanfuka Children’s Talk Show | Every Saturday 11:00 am – 1:00 pm In this episode of the Children’s Talk Show radio programme, we explore the important role fathers play in nurturing children with love and patience. We hosted representatives from the Raising…
1 January 2026, 1:59 pm
By Robinah Nanfuka Children’s Talk Show | Every Saturday 11:00 am – 1:00 pm In this episode of the Children’s Talk Show, we explore the most effective strategies parents can use to protect their children during the festive holiday season. We were joined by…
30 December 2025, 7:13 am
Farmers are set to construct a 35 billion-shilling tower in the heart of Kampala to centralise agricultural activities and boost productivity. The Uganda National Farmers Federation (UNFFE) announced the ambitious project during their annual general meeting, seeking support from President…
24 December 2025, 3:32 pm
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda’s Ministry of Health has launched the distribution of 25.8 million insecticide-treated mosquito nets across 130 districts, targeting protection for 8.5 million people against malaria, the continent’s leading killer disease. The campaign prioritises vulnerable groups, including pregnant…
22 December 2025, 8:20 pm
By Nakato Annet The Ministry of Health, together with the National Medical Stores (NMS), has launched a nationwide campaign to distribute mosquito nets aimed at reducing malaria infections across Uganda. Speaking at the launch, the Minister of Health, Jane Ruth…
INTRODUCTION
Mama FM is a community development women focused radio operating in Kampala and the greater central region of Uganda. The radio publishes live edutainment programs, features, live talk shows, music and news. Mama FM as a community radio aims at causing learning and social change. Mama FM’s reach is about 100 km from one of Kampala suburbs, Kisaasi. It broadcasts community development information and entertainment in a bi-lingual format Luganda and English. It creates space for women and other marginalized groups to meet over airwaves, discuss and learn about issues relevant to them and their lives. This improves their meaningful participation in decisions that affect their lives through strengthening their ability to communicate. Mama FM is a powerful social and economic platform in advancing women’s emancipation, and self-expression of marginalized groups like Persons with disabilities, youth, children and the elderly.
Station’s Slogan
The Voice To Listen To
Mission
Contribute towards empowering individuals and marginalized communities, especially women, by promoting their concerns and increasing their participation in the local and national development programs.
Vision
Have the concerns and voices of the less privileged in society take centre stage in the Uganda mass media for a fair and just world.