KAMPALA, Uganda Jul 28 – Nation Media Group Uganda (NMG Uganda) has announced it will resume operations after receiving authorization from President Yoweri Museveni’s government, bringing to an end a period of disruption that affected its television, radio, print and digital platforms. The announcement was made by Taifa Group Chairman Rostam Aziz, who reaffirmed the media group’s commitment to independent, impactful and public-interest journalism. The resumption of operations marks a significant development for one of East Africa’s leading media houses, whose outlets had faced disruptions in Uganda.
In a statement, the company said it was preparing to restore services across all its platforms, enabling audiences to once again access news and current affairs programming through its television and radio stations, newspapers and digital channels. Aziz thanked stakeholders, audiences and partners for their patience during the disruption, emphasizing that the organization remains committed to delivering credible, accurate and impactful journalism. The decision follows authorization from President Yoweri Museveni’s administration, paving the way for the media house to fully resume its operations in Uganda.
Nation Media Group, headquartered in Nairobi, is one of the largest independent media organizations in East and Central Africa, with operations spanning Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. The company operates several leading media brands, including the Daily Nation, Business Daily, The EastAfrican, NTV Kenya, Nation FM and Spark TV Uganda, among other broadcast, print and digital platforms. The restoration of NMG Uganda’s operations is expected to strengthen media diversity and expand access to news and information for audiences across Uganda.
We are Back Courtesy Photo By The Nation Media Group Kampala, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Museveni has cleared the way for Nation Media Group (NMG) to resume operations in Uganda, ending over a month’s long restrictions that had forced the regional media giant to suspend its activities in the country. The announcement was made Tuesday by Tanzania-based Taifa Group, the majority shareholder of Nation Media Group through its subsidiary, Taarifa Limited. In a statement issued from Dar es Salaam, Taifa Group described the decision as an important milestone for regional investment, media development and East African integration.
The Group’s Chairman, Rostam Aziz, thanked President Museveni for authorising the resumption of the company’s operations and also acknowledged Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, for what he described as support throughout engagements leading to the decision. “We are honoured by this decision and remain steadfast in our commitment to Uganda’s socio-economic development through responsible investment, long-term partnerships and sustainable value creation,” Aziz said.
Nation Media Group Chairman Joe Muganda said the company would now focus on rebuilding its operations, reconnecting with audiences and strengthening its contribution to Uganda’s media landscape. “Our immediate priority will be to restore our platforms responsibly, strengthen local content and provide Ugandans with credible, relevant and innovative journalism across print, broadcast and digital channels,” Muganda said. The company also pledged continued investment in journalism, audience engagement and regional collaboration across its operations in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.
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