Press Freedom

Defenders of the Press.

The Uganda Journalists Union (UJU) is the sole Trade Union of all unionisable journalists in Uganda, committed to protecting and advancing press freedom nationwide.

Labour Rights

Advocating for Journalists.

We champion fair working conditions, equitable pay, and robust labour rights for over 1000 active registered journalists across Print, Electronic Media, News Agencies, and PR firms.

Human Rights

Promoting Human Rights.

UJU operates as a non-political, non-discriminatory body fighting against any form of prejudice based on race, sex, political affiliation, or religious discord.

Who We Are

Officially registered on June 25, 2006, as the 22nd Labour Union in Uganda, the Uganda Journalists Union (UJU) stands at the forefront of protecting and uplifting media professionals across the nation.

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Our Core Identity

UJU is a non-governmental, non-political organization entirely against any form of discrimination. Our main roles act as Defenders, Advocates, and Promoters of Press, Labour, and Human Rights.

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Active Membership

Membership is open to professional journalists devoting at least 60% of their time to the trade. We currently represent over 1000 active members spread across all regions of Uganda in diverse media houses.

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Global Affiliations

UJU is proudly affiliated with the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ), the Federation of Eastern African Journalists (FEAJA), and the National Organisation of Trade Unions (NOTU).

National Executive Committee

Meet the newly elected leadership team guiding the Uganda Journalists Union through the 2026–2031 term.

Quinquennial Delegates Conference (QDC)

Date: January 11, 2026 | Location: Nob View Hotel, Ntinda, Kampala.

The Congress was opened by NOTU Chairman General Bro Musa Okello and closed by Female Workers MP Hon Nakku Fiona. Presided over by Returning Officer Mr Robert Tebandeke, alongside Mr Hassan Mudiba and Mr Jackson Erima.

President

Ms Evelyn Nalule

New Vision / Presidential Press Unit

Vice President

Draga Osman

West Nile Today News, Arua

General Secretary

Br. Stephen Ouma Bwire

The Workers Eye Magazine

Assistant General Secretary Ms Juliet Kasirye New Vision
National Treasurer Vincent Mwesigye Mupenzi The Aviator Magazine
Deputy Treasurer Ms Promise Twinamukye Daily Monitor
Woman Leader Ms Olivia Katushabe Irumba East FM radio Tororo
Deputy Woman Leader Ms Khardija Namagembe Bukedde TV
Organising Secretary Mr Moses Lwochaza Busoga News Jinja
Assistant Organising Secretary Ms Leilah Bbaaĺe Spice Fm Hoima
Education Secretary Mr Julius Odeke New Vision Soroti
Assistant Education Secretary Ms Eva Namugabi URN, Akaboozi radio
Youth Leader Mr Tonny Bakwerane Baba TV

Regional Coordinators & Trustees

Eastern Coordinator Mr Evans Wafula Signal FM Mbale
Western Coordinator Ms Adellah Orishaba Sky Tayari TV Mbarara
Northern Coordinator Ms Justin Muboka Mega FM Gulu
West Nile Coordinator Mr Clement Aluma Daily Monitor newspaper Arua
Trustee Mr Samuel Ibanda NBS TV
Trustee Ms Joyce Nafula Mulucha Busia FM
Trustee Eddy Khan Ssemugenyi Media Centre

Get In Touch With Us

Visit our offices or drop us an email. We are open to inquiries from journalists across the nation regarding membership, support, or general information.

Office:
Dembe City Complex, First Floor, Office number B03, Ntinda Kigowa road.

Postal:
P.O. Box 1579, Kampala, Uganda
Fax: +256 - 345580

Emails:
info@ugandajournalistsunion.com
ugandajournalistunion2015@gmail.com
stephen.ouma5@gmail.com

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