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We have fact checkers in Gulu, Kampala, Kasese, Kisoro, Lira, Mbale, Mbarara and Nwoya.

Fact Checkers in Uganda



Raziah Athman

Kampala, Uganda
Raziah Athman is an award-winning journalist, she was Africanews’ Deputy Editor-in-Chief and Head of English edition of the channel but now produces news for Vision Group TV platforms, newspaper and podcasts. 

She started her journalistic career back in 2006 in Uganda working for the various Read moremedia outlets, such as the Giraffe, which she established herself, but also Voice of Teso and Urban TV as a producer, reporter and presenter. 

She also freelanced as an international correspondent for TRT World, Africanews and reported for the BBC World Service under the Africa Partnership Project.

At Africanews, Raziah managed the English language team - taking editorial responsibility for all content on both TV and online, in addition to working on her own reportage. Her report on aviation in Africa “Young Women Fly High in a Male Dominated Field” won the television reporting UMWA Gender Award, and “Kibiro Salt Mines Crumbling Due to Effects of Climate Change” won a honorary mention for 2023 ACME environmental reporting award. 

She is a regular moderator at panels and interviewer of prominent political and cultural figures, including the president of Rwanda Paul Kagame, the President of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, as well as singing sensation Jose Chameleone.

Raziah is the founder of #UgandaReading, a movement promoting a strong reading culture across Africa.

She holds a master’s degree in Media Leadership and Innovation from Aga Khan University, and a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Kampala International University.
Languages
English French Swahili
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+11
Skills
Business Breaking News Investigative Reporting
+5

Halima Athumani

Kampala, Uganda
Halima Athumani is a seasoned freelance journalist based in Uganda, with a rich background in radio, television, and multimedia reporting. With over 13 years of experience in the field, she has made significant contributions to various international media outlets, including Voice of America's Read moreAfrica desk for both radio and television, US-based National Public Radio, and as the podcast host of an ongoing war crimes trial in Sweden. Athumani's work has been featured on platforms such as SciDev.Net and she has also produced content for Public Radio International-America Abroad Media, BBC, and podcasts for the University of Cambridge.

Before her international engagements, Athumani honed her skills in local Ugandan media, working with 93.3 KFM from 2006 to 2009 and the Uganda Radio Network-News Agency from 2010 to 2014. Her foray into television journalism began in 2016 with an investigative piece titled "Uganda's Health Pyramids," which aired on Al Jazeera's People and Power, supported by Banyak Films-UK. This marked the start of her impactful storytelling through visual media, which has since included special assignments and documentaries.

Beyond her reporting, Athumani has played a crucial role as a fixer, collaborating with renowned photographers and filmmakers from National Geographic, BBC, and other international production crews from Japan and Germany. Her local production work includes "The Messenger" (2021) and a BBC documentary series on farming in Uganda (2018-2019). Athumani's journalism provides a window into the social, political, and cultural landscapes of Sub-Saharan Africa, with a focus on Uganda and Kenya. Her reporting delves into topics such as education, the illegal ivory trade, women's writing groups, and innovative health initiatives, offering a nuanced perspective on the challenges and transformations within East African communities.
Languages
English
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) Vox Pop
+7
Skills
Finance Current Affairs Politics
+4

Nambi Catherine Mildred

Kampala, Uganda
Nambi Catherine Mildred is a journalist based in Kampala, Uganda. 
•	A dedicated, highly professional journalist with a nose for news, a passion for community journalism and a reputation for impeccable ethics
•	Over Nine years' experience with a record of commended performance as a volunteer Read morejournalist, staff reporter and stringer
•	An adept storyteller who treats news, features and other events with equal passion and thrives within a deadline-intensive,24x7 newsroom environment. 
•	A quick learner with ability to absorb new ideas and can communicate clearly and effectively.
•	A Multi- skilled journalist with ability to build strong working relations with other journalists.
Languages
English
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) Vox Pop
+5
Skills
Technology Natural Disasters Social
+7

Mugume Davis Rwakaringi

Kampala, Uganda
Mugume Davis Rwakaringi is a seasoned multimedia journalist based in Kampala, Uganda, with a broad range of expertise covering business, art, sports, health, agriculture, and various social, economic, and political topics. His work extends beyond Uganda, as he actively reports from other East Read moreAfrican nations, including South Sudan and Rwanda. As a multimedia reporter, Rwakaringi adeptly crafts stories that resonate with audiences across different sectors.

With a particular proficiency in technology journalism, Rwakaringi offers in-depth analysis and guidance on web hosting and domain transfers. His articles are known for their detailed insights into the manual processes of transferring domains to registrars or hosting companies, and he provides readers with clear instructions on navigating the complexities of payment plans and money-back guarantees. His expertise is further highlighted through his coverage of domain transfers to well-known hosting providers such as GoDaddy.

In addition to his reporting, Rwakaringi is skilled in producing vox pops, which are short interviews with members of the public. He is also available to work as a fixer, utilizing his extensive knowledge of the local scene to assist foreign journalists and media crews in navigating the East African media landscape. His multifaceted skills and experience make him a valuable contributor to the field of journalism and media.
Languages
English Ganda Kirundi
+2
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+17
Skills
Social Sports Research
+23

Jonah Byakutaaga Wamani

Kampala, Uganda
Jonah Byakutaaga Wamani is a journalist based in Kampala, Uganda. A sports and politics enthusiast and scribe with video, audio and written content. A Data Quality Assurance and human resource specialist. Politician and future leader who loves travelling the globe.
Languages
English
Services
Interview (Video / Broadcast) Content Writing Live Reporting
+1
Skills
Fact Checking

Mukasa S. Francis

Kampala, Uganda
Mukasa S. Francis is a professional freelance videographer/video editor based in Kampala, working in Uganda and across the East African region. His work covers different news and feature length stories in the area. From elections, to climate emergencies, refugee crises, to inspiring technical Read moreadvancements and innovations. With a working experience of over 16 years, Francis has undertaken work for different Local and International Broadcasting Media like Reuters News Agency, Voice of America, Channel 4, WBS TV, Press TV among others, and he has been commissioned by various International NGOs like UNHCR, World Vision, Amref health Africa, Avanti, Catholic Relief Services among others.
Languages
English
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Fact Checking
Skills
Fact Checking Social

Fahad Ssebaggala

Kampala, Uganda
Fahad Ssebaggala is a journalist based in Kampala, Uganda.
Languages
English
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Vox Pop Feature Stories
+3
Skills
Food & Drink Current Affairs Travel
+11

Sophia Adengo

Kampala, Uganda
Sophia Adengo is a journalist, filmmaker and founder of SVA Media, an audio, visual and multi-media production company in Kampala, Uganda.

Ms Adengo brings over 18 years of experience within the local, regional, continental and international media landscape. 

In 2018, she held the position of Read moreHead of Bureau at Feature Story News (FSN) - a Washington DC-based news agency in Africa's most populous country, Nigeria. Notable media clients include China Global Television Network (CGTN), CNN, DW, and TRT. News content cut across a vast spectrum of issues on the African content.

FSN expanded its reach to the South Africa region, where Ms Adengo worked with local teams to produce daily news and multimedia content for SABC.

In 2021 Ms Adengo took on the role of Deputy Head of Multi-media Production, Information Support Team (IST) in Nairobi, Kenya.

IST covered the North and East African corridor, tracking the progress of the United Nations Support Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) and African Union (AU) humanitarian programmes, and strategic communication campaigns particularly in Somalia. Multi-media projects included long-form features, mini-documentary, and digital videos, podcast and vodcasts for designated social media platforms.

Ms Adengo earlier worked with Uganda’s premier media organisation Vision Group- where she served in a variety of positions, among them as Director/Producer of Programming Urban TV, (2009-2013), building on previous broadcast experience in television and radio.

Ms Adengo holds a Bachelor of Communications from Daystar University, Nairobi Kenya, and a Bachelor of International Relations Studies from Cavendish University, Kampala, Uganda. She is also recently certified by the Université De Genéve in Humanitarian Communication.
Languages
English
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+12
Skills
Technology Fact Checking Science & Environment

Sarah Fluck

Kampala, Uganda
Sarah Fluck is a freelance multimedia journalist - currently based in Kampala. Mainly reporting from Uganda, DRC, South Sudan, Rwanda, Burundi and Kenya. MSc in African Politics from SOAS, London. BA in Journalism from IAM, Winterthur. Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from MAZ, Luzern.
Languages
German English
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+13
Skills
Fact Checking Media Training Current Affairs
+5

Ignatius Bahizi

Kampala, Uganda
Ignatius Bahizi is a journalist based in Kampala, Uganda.
Languages
English
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Fact Checking
Skills
Fact Checking
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