CANARY MUGUME
Canary Mugume is a Ugandan award winning investigative journalist with a knack for in-depth reporting in current affairs, making sense of economic issues, social justice matters and human rights.
Canary is Léo Africa Young Emerging Leaders Program Fellow, a fellowship program for outstanding thought leaders in Africa.
Canary Mugume is a senior prime time news anchor at NBS Television, and a distinguished investigative reporter who has made significant contributions to the field of journalism in Uganda.
In the wake of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine in February 2022, Canary’s comprehensive coverage of this 21st-century war garnered widespread acclaim, also elevating NBS TV’s news coverage to new heights. Reporting from the frontline, he adeptly contextualized the stories of Ukrainian victims for audiences across Africa and the global south.
Canary has also extensively covered pivotal issues in East Africa, including elections in Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda. He’s interviewed for Heads of State. He remains steadfast in his belief in the vital role of journalism in holding power accountable and uncovering untold narratives about African governments.
Additionally, Canary hosts the popular political radio program – The Big Talk on Next Radio, where he delves into pressing issues affecting Uganda and the broader African continent. Through this platform, he continues to foster informed discourse and keep audiences abreast of the latest developments in politics, governance, and society.
Canary’s comprehensive training in TV production, editing, and digital media, acquired through the U.S. Agency for Global Media in collaboration with the Institute for the Advancement of Journalism, has equipped him with the requisite skills to deliver high-quality content that informs and enlightens audiences. He remains a passionate advocate for the transformative power of journalism in shaping perceptions within Uganda and across Africa.
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Regional Moderator
Canary Mugume moderated top discussions on digital transformation, social media in elections, economic forums, human rights, and labor externalization.
Profile
Canary Mugume’s educational qualifications, professional background and specialized training
Investigations
Canary Mugume has specialized in investigative reporting on current affairs, dysfunctions of the economy, and social matters
Mentorship Program
Have Canary as your personal mentor and have access to his social network.
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Are you ready to unleash your inner self and make an impact in your career?
Are you ready to transform your way of life into a new way of thinking, working and being?
Look no further than Canary Mugume’s Mentorship Program!
This program is for the go-getters, the game-changers, the ones who are ready to take their craft to the next level.
With Canary as your personal mentor, you’ll gain access to his wealth of knowledge and experience.
You’ll receive personalised feedback, hands-on training, and real-world experience through deep insights on life, work and shadowing opportunities.
