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Press freedom, independence on trial in Uganda’s Sovereignty Bill thebrief.co.ke/eac/press-free… | @NUMEC_Media

@NUMEC_Media Annual General meeting-- happening now! The room is fully packed with journalists listening to NUMEC developments: shift to NGO status, regulatory compliance, shrinking civic space-- and the controversial #SovereigntyBill @ajws @ACME_Africa @MegafmGulu @RupinyRadio

Acholi leaders, NGO forum reject the “really dangerous” #SovereigntyBill numec.org/acholi-leaders… #RejectSovereigntyBill @UgEditorsGuild @acme @mcimediahub @mia_uga @MegafmGulu @RadioPacisnews

@guluforum 's Kenneth Lubangakene added that the "wicked" bill is "really dangerous" to the welfare of Ugandans who rely on monetary support from the disapora -- and #Uganda's economy as a whole. #SovereigntyBill #StandUnited

Kilak South MP @GilbertOlanya has slammed the controversial #SovereigntyBill at @NUMEC_Media offices, stating that it's aimed at targeting opposition leaders & NGOs @Parliament_Ug @mia_uga.

Hon Gilbert Olanya the Kilak South MP, Chairperson PAC and other fellow penalists for Press Briefing at Northern Uganda Media Club (NUMEC). #SovereigntyBillUG #RejectSovereigntyBill

The Future of Journalism, a long chat with @RuthAtim of @gender_uganda. Are we willing to collaborate to enhance Media practices or not. youtu.be/wjSzCI7yi3M?si… @tolit_ivan @NUMEC_Media @kasujja @ObadiaOtim

WHAT A MONTH! I am exceedingly very happy to recieve Aga Khan University @AKUGlobal GLOBAL STUDENT AWARD 2025 from @AKU_GSMC @BenOngomTweets @opuklee @Achimasimpo @NUMEC_Media @ATaremwa @norbertmao @MosesOdokonyero @MFAUganda @MegafmGulu theelephant.co.ug/elephant-journ…

I am grateful for this UCMA 2025 awards @ugwildlife @ACME_Africa @NUMEC_Media @RupinyRadio @WanLuoTv @newvisionwire

youtu.be/1LGothZgroA NUMEC EMBARKS ON PROMOTING HEALTHY BEHAVIORAL CHANGE THROUGH SPORTS. Northern Uganda Media Club (NUMEC) has embarked on using sports as a means of promoting healthy behavioral change among media practitioners. According to team captain Ivan Tolit, a news reporter with Mega FM in Gulu City, the initiative is not only strengthening relationships between the media and other stakeholders but also promoting healthy lifestyles among journalists in the region. STEVEN OKELLO REPORTS @gulu_city @NUMEC_Media @GovUganda #WESTNILETVUPDATES

Committed to protecting journalists As Uganda's 2026 elections conclude today, journalist safety remains paramount. NUMEC is committed to protecting media by providing protective gear & training. For more info, reach out to our Safeguarding Desk @ajws @MegafmGulu @RupinyRadio

Join @OmagorJoseph at 8 PM on X: Northern Baraza Topic: "Women's Agenda in the 2026 Elections – Gulu" @NUMEC_Media is committed to amplifying marginalised voices and fostering civic debates. LINK x.com/i/spaces/1jMKg… @OmagorJosephtonight @MegafmGulu @RupinyRadio @ajws

...His Highness Rwot David Onen Achana II ended his end-of-year keynote address at his palace yesterday "We call upon organisations & government to follow suit. Support the press to build democracy, pluralism & good governance," said Charles Akena, the NUMEC programmes admin.

APPRECIATION! @NUMEC_Media, we'd like to thank @kerkwaro for honouring its pledge of procuring 30 press jackets ahead of the 2026 elections. @kwerkwaro Minister of Information Mr. Okello Okuna handed over 1,500,000/= to @NUMEC_Media

Media workshop on compliance taking place in Kiboga with members from @NUMEC_Media and @friends of Zoka

"Our role as the media is to inform citizens," says Julius, Editor @GreenRadio1x "But for the media to work professionally, the state needs to respect the freedom of the press and the work of civil society in promoting democracy." @FriendsofZoka @SolidarityUg @ACME_Africa

📷HAPPENING NOW: @NUMEC_Mediais pleased to be part of the meeting organised by its partner @NapeUgin Kiboga district on strategising election coverage amid alarming reports on violence & media crackdown. @FriendsofZoka @SolidarityUg @greenradio1x @MegafmGulu @ACME_Africa

ACME (@ACME_Africa) has released Guidelines for Media Coverage of Elections in Uganda. The guide aims to help field reporters, editors; newsroom managers & regulators. It also has the "IV journalist's election creed". #tndNews #UgMediaWeek2025

📍Gulu City: Northern Uganda Media Clubs (@NUMEC_Media) have launched a digital safety and civic engagement project to amplify local voices, promote accountability, and ensure inclusive participation ahead of Uganda's 2026 Elections. Read full story here: dailyexpress.co.ug/2025/10/16/num… #ExpressUpdates #UgandaDecides2026

From the 2nd day to the 3rd day, our community media ambassadors were equipped on key topics: ✔️Planning & framing stories for effective advocacy ✔️Digital safety, threat assessment & mitigation strategies ✔️Producing powerful audiovisual stories that inspire social impact

Our fantastic trainer from @DiploBrief also urged trainees to apply their newly acquired digital skills by collaborating together to amplify marginalised voices. "...also build networks with civil society so that the marginalised are heard," @Princewangui added. @ajws @mega

Trained, skilled & ready to work! On the final day, 15 community media ambassadors completed a 3-day training on telling stories of marginalised groups using digital platforms. Our facilitator from @DiploBrief emphasized localising global issues @MegafmGulu @ACME_Africa @ajws