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
By Annet Nakato To promote peaceful elections in Uganda, SHED and KAD Initiative Uganda have collaborated to train female journalists in conflict-sensitive journalism. The training, held on 30-31 August 2024 at The Source of the Nile Hotel in Namanve, aimed…
25 November 2025, 4:35 pm
By Byamukama Alozious The Uganda Police Force has released updated emergency contact numbers to improve response and communication during the upcoming general elections and other incidents. Speaking at a press conference at Police Headquarters in Naguru, SP Aisha Kayongo emphasised…
25 November 2025, 2:35 pm
By SP Dr. Aisha Kayongo (PhD) Elections are the foundation of democratic governance, and for them to be credible, free, and fair, a secure environment must be maintained before, during, and after the polls. The police play a vital role…
24 November 2025, 4:24 pm
By Annet Nakato A civil society coalition uniting organisations that defend the rights of girls and women, the DVA Coalition, has joined the global community in commemorating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Grace Naiga, who leads the…
21 November 2025, 3:16 pm
Mosh Ddamba On Monday, 24th Nov. 2025, the umbrella of women movement under domestic act coalition under Centre for Domestic Violence Prevention (CEDOVIP), in partnership with International Justice Mission (IJM), will start off the 16 days of Activism, an annual…
18 November 2025, 4:33 pm
Byamukama Alozious Organizations for children’s rights have raised alarm over sexual violence. Timothy Opobo, the Executive Director of Africhild, said violence online has affected 302 million children globally and at least 300 have accessed harmful information online. He noted that the…
18 November 2025, 2:10 pm
Byamukama Alozious Mulago Women and Specialized Neonatal Hospital in Kampala hosted a crucial event, shedding light on the challenges of premature births in Uganda. Dr. Diana Atwine, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, emphasized that many mothers don’t seek…
15 November 2025, 2:58 pm
By Annet Nakato Victoria University has inaugurated its first-ever university tribunal in a ceremony held at Speke Resort Munyonyo, marking a significant milestone in advancing institutional governance, discipline, and conflict resolution. The tribunal members took their Oath of Office before…
12 November 2025, 6:09 am
By Nakato Annet As Uganda joins the world to mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025, Akina Mama wa Afrika (AMwA) has launched a bold campaign calling for greater accountability and justice in addressing technology-facilitated gender-based violence…
11 November 2025, 4:38 pm
By Wilex Mukisa Youth Talk show| Every Saturday 2:00–3:30 PM In this episode of Mama FM’s Youth talk show, we share practical tips on how young people can build confidence and boost their self-esteem. Listen to the informative and educative…
11 November 2025, 1:26 pm
By Patrick Ssenoga Disability is not Inability | Every Wednesday 1:15–3:00 PM In this episode of Disability is Not Inability, we discuss Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus, what they are, how they develop, and their common signs and symptoms. We also…
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.