NBS TV’s Canary Mugume and Simon Kaggwa Njala Named Among Africa’s Top 50 Media Personalities

Two prominent Ugandan journalists from NBS Television, Canary Mugume and Simon Kaggwa Njala, have earned a spot among Africa’s 50 most influential media personalities. The recognition comes from the newly released Africa Media Power 50 list, an initiative by Nairobi-based strategic communications firm Glass House PR.

The pan-African compilation honors broadcasters, investigative journalists, editors, and commentators whose work shapes public conversations and redefines how African stories are told. Mugume, a senior investigative journalist and news anchor, was recognized for his extensive reporting on politics, accountability, and social justice. His notable career highlights include exposing human trafficking networks and serving as chief correspondent during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Alongside him, Simon Kaggwa Njala was celebrated for his enduring presence in Ugandan broadcast journalism. Known for anchoring the flagship morning show Morning Breeze and moderating the political talk programme NBS Frontline, Njala has remained a central figure in political discourse since joining NBS TV in 2012.

The prestigious continental list also features veteran journalist Solomon Serwanjja, alongside other notable media figures from Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Tanzania, and Rwanda, such as John-Allan Namu, Berla Mundi, and Ferial Haffajee.

For more details on this recognition, read the original story on Nile Post.