Tag Archives: Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC)

The president, Yoweri Museveni is scheduled to meet private broadcasters today under their umbrella body the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB). This follows his directive that ring-fenced public advertising cash to state-owned media outlets. Members of Parliament yesterday learned that the state-owned Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) owns 11 out of over 300 radio stations in Uganda. To protest the ‘discriminatory ...

Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of ICT and National Guidance, has assured people that no one will switch off Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC). This comes after allegations that the station has accumulated satellite debts. Apparently, the National broadcaster has until September 30 to clear the debt according to the media report. UBC reportedly has to pay $988,225 (Shs3.7b) arrears or risk ...