What Ugandan Businesses Can Learn from European Football’s Youth Revolution
Sometimes, finding the right talent for your team feels like a transfer deadline day – options are limited, budgets are tight, and the perfect fit isn’t always available. But in Uganda, where 78% of the population is under 35, maybe we should stop just watching football for entertainment and start learning from it. Take Chelsea […]
Are we doing enough to nurture the leaders of tomorrow’s Uganda?
In 1998, I unknowingly planted a seed that would still be growing over 25 years later. As Minister of Academic Affairs at Makerere University, I started the Academic Forum – a space where students could push for real change. I honestly had no idea how powerful it would become then. On Friday last week, I […]
The Power of Purpose: Leadership Beyond Yourself
Think of a time when you chose to do something seemingly inconsequential in the moment. Could have even been something as small as succumbing to your friends’ encouragement to stay out longer instead of going home early to prepare for that huge pitch the very next morning. Maybe something as simple as playing football. You […]
Building a Future of Integrity and Collaboration
I am constantly inspired by the boundless potential we have to shape a better tomorrow. Today, we welcomed a distinguished guest to our headquarters, the Inspector General of Police, Afande Abas Byakagaba, for an insightful tour and discussions at the #NextMediaPark. Moments like these remind me of the importance of collaboration. Afande Byakagaba’s recognition of […]
Shaping the Future of Marketing Through Collaboration and Strategy
I had the honor of delivering a keynote address at the Annual Marketers’ Fireplace 2024. My presentation centered on “How Brands Can Craft Powerful Media Campaigns in Today’s Evolving Landscape.” I shared my belief that marketing is no longer about simply placing ads on “the best” TV or radio stations. It’s a science—one that requires […]
Driving Innovation, Governance, and Sustainability: Highlights from the Q4 Next Media Board Meeting
Today, I had the honor of hosting the Q3 Next Media Board of Directors meeting at our state-of-the-art Next Media Park. This was more than just a review of the year so far; it was a moment to reaffirm our purpose and refine our path forward. Our Chairman, Rogers Baguma, continues to provide steady and […]
A Night of Inspiration and Fellowship At The Rotary Club Gathering
Yesterday marked a memorable evening as our Kigo 7 Lakes Golf Rotary Club joined forces with 16 other Rotary clubs for an inspiring joint fellowship at Hotel Africana. The event was full of positive energy, forward-thinking ideas, and a shared commitment to personal and community growth, which brought a diverse group of Rotary members together. […]
Empowering Communities Through Health: A Joint Medical Camp by Kigo 7 Lakes and Rotary Kibuli
It was an honor to be part of a truly impactful day as our Kigo 7 Lakes Golf Rotary Club partnered with Rotary Kibuli to host a medical camp in Kanjansi Muline, reaching out to support some of the community’s most vulnerable members. This joint initiative aimed to create lasting, positive change by focusing on […]
Q3 #NextMediaTalks: Celebrating Progress, Innovation, and the Fight Against Misinformation
What an incredible Q3 Next Media Talks we had today! I’m immensely grateful for the dedication our Transformers have shown over the past three months, driving us forward with their relentless commitment to excellence. Today’s session provided a perfect opportunity to update our team on some exciting developments, especially the ongoing advancements with AfroMobile. This […]
Celebrating 6 Years of Innovation with Next Radio!
Today, Next Radio turns six—a significant milestone marking another boundary pushed in our journey to redefine media in Uganda. Launched as Uganda’s premier audio-visual radio station, it’s been an incredible ride of innovation and growth, powered by our dedicated team and, most importantly, by our loyal listeners who have supported us every step of the […]