Uganda Media Sector Working Group

On #WorldPressFreedomDay celebrating the men and women in the journalism profession who uphold the values of factual, truthful and responsible reporting that enables citizens to make sense of the events happening around them, and enable us to make informed decisions, such as during elections. 📷 credit @abubakerlubowa

Earlier today, we had successful corporate football match with @MungufeniFouUg at Salim Saleh Grounds as part of our activities to commemorate #WorldPressFreedomDay While the expected result wasn't got, we strengthened our network & spirit of unity to serve Arua City better

Journalists in Uganda joined the World in Commemorating the World Press Freedom Day#WPFD. A celebration of media independence, Commemorating the lives of those who died in line of duty and reflecting on the Ethical standards as media practitioners.

A 7.7 km Walk for Press Freedom with @SectorUganda and other entities. Shaping a Future at Peace: Promoting Press Freedom for Human Rights, Development, and Security. #WPFD2026 #WPFDUG2026

Earlier today, we proudly joined @SectorUganda, partners, journalists, and stakeholders in the Walk for Press Freedom as part of the World Press Freedom Day 2026 celebrations. We stand to champion a free and independent press. Together, we build “a future at peace.” #WPFDUG2026

Uganda awards Veteran Journalists for their courage, resilience, hardwork and contribution towards the Media fragraternity. @ubctvuganda @UCC_Official @UHRC_UGANDA

Ms. Sheila Kawamara Mishambi was granted a Journalism Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding courage and resilience in documenting and reporting on the 1990- 1994 Civil War and genocide in Rwanda for Uganda audiences. @ubctvuganda @UHRC_UGANDA @UCC_Official

#WorldPressFreedomDay: "We affirm our commitment to truth, integrity and responsible reporting" @HLematia, ACJA Chairperson

Earlier, the Uganda Media Sector Group (UMSWG) which includes Media Council of Uganda, Human Rights commission, Afri Media Training, Female Journalists Foundation, Uganda Communications Commission and others held a press freedom walk. @UCC_Official @UHRC_UGANDA

The State Minister ICT & National Guidance @KabbyangaB , the Chairperson of the Media Council, and officials from the Uganda Human Rights Commission joined journalists, media practitioners, and partners in today’s World Press Freedom Day walk. #WPFD2026_UG

Tomorrow, join the World Press Freedom Day 2026 commemorative walk starting at 7:00 AM from UBC through the streets of Kampala. Let's stand together for press freedom, journalist safety, and the right to inform.See you there! ✊

📣𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲! Be part of the movement as we walk for peace in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day 2026 Organized by the @SectorUganda & partners. Let's Walk for "a future at peace."💪 📅 Sunday, 3rd May 2026 ⏰7:00 AM 📍 UBC Grounds (2.6KM route)

This Sunday, we join @SectorUganda& partners to champion a free, independent, and safe media at the Walk for Press Freedom 🗓️ 3rd May 2026 ⏰7:00–11:00 AM 📍 UBC Grounds → Lugogo Join us — let’s walk for peace as we shape “A Future at Peace.” #WPFD_UG2026 #WalkForPressFreedom

Join us on Sunday, 3rd May 2026, as we mark World Press Freedom Day with a solidarity walk led by the Minister of ICT as Chief Walker. Stand for press freedom. Show up. Be counted. #WPFD_2026 #PressFreedomUG

Yesterday’s Digital Security and Digital Rights training empowered female journalists and content creators to better understand their rights online and how to navigate the internet safely. Through interactive group work and expert guidance.

Defending Truth in the Age of Polarization: Uganda Marks World Press Freedom Day 2025. @ACME_Africa @MFAUganda @UgandaEC @SectorUganda #DefendTheTruthUG #WorldPressFreedomDay2025 debunkinitiative.org/defending-trut…

Let’s keep pushing for impactful journalism. Missed it? Catch the highlights here: youtube.com/live/3UFcmbmaw… #WorldPressFreedomDay25 #DefendTruthUG

World Press Freedom Day 2025 wrapped up with a powerful symposium! We honored Zadock Ekimwere, Drake Ssekaba, & Makerere University School of Journalism for their incredible contributions.

@Imokola Can independent journalism be upheld in times of elections- seeing that journalists are sometimes seen to take sides with candidates while on the elections trail?