New Vision Podcast

Meet the 24-year-old orphaned chimpanzee who was rescued from Kasese to become a king in Entebbe but was dethroned because of greed. Senior New Vision environment journalist Gerald Tenywa paid him a visit where women are king makers. Listen to the episode on ViDE: https://newvisionapp.page.link/NN89srsrFdNECyg99

The maternal and perinatal death audit report by Kampala Capital City Authority has revealed that in the capital city alone, close to 70 babies die every week. Most are born prematurely. What is the ministry of health doing to reduce this number?  ViDE -- https://newvisionapp.page.link/GwND23aY9wcJByes6

The dust recently raised by those affected after another scam by Capital Chicken, a poultry investment company, is yet to settle. Whereas it's good business getting returns on investment, it's vital that you confirm the investment venture you are choosing. This week on Business in 15, we speak to Enoth Mbeine, CEO Med Business Consult and also a business coach who shares tips to consider...

In part two of "at war with fossil fuels", multimedia journalist Andrew Arinaitwe asks whether Uganda is ready for electric cars, and what this means for the environment.

New Vision multimedia journalist Andrew Arinaitwe takes a look at the war against fossil fuels and if anything is being done to address the concerns. Listen to the podcast on ViDE:  https://newvisionapp.page.link/CYonakFhR37zMqHJ6

For Uganda’s 61st Independence Day celebrations, we had the privilege of interviewing John Bindeeba, an 84-year-old former army officer from the King's African Rifles (KAR); a talented musician, played a pivotal role in transforming Uganda's national anthem into a musical format that resonated with bands worldwide, alongside his fellow bandmates in the army. Listen to the episode on ViDE...

German Ambassador says they need skilled workers but not boda boda riders.

The district health officer for Buvuma, Baker Kanyike, and ministry of health are on the spot over a sex lubricant that has been in circulation on islands with women supposedly using it as contraceptive to avoid contracting HIV. Listen to the episode on ViDE - https://newvisionapp.page.link/GjLzTnnttpWpzmeH6

The high cost of transportation for smallholder farmers has repeatedly been identified as one of the key hindrances to farmers who incur huge costs to transport produce to markets. But with innovation right in our faces, a team of three young brains is building sturdy electric bicycles to make last mile transportation in Uganda. The bicycles are faster, cheaper and cleaner and for just shs. 500 it...

The warehouse receipt system allows farmers to deposit their agricultural products in certified warehouses in exchange for a warehouse receipt. How are Kamwenge farmers benefitting?  Listen to the episode on ViDE: https://newvisionapp.page.link/nZpwr2TrKqJjL6CXA

Posted to save a collapsing school turns it into a shinning academic center on the islands, despite its hard to reach status on Bukasa. To celebrate teachers on this World Teachers Day, let’s hear about the revamped Bukasa Secondary School located in the far distant islands of Kalangala. The school is headed by Mary Harriet Nalwanga. Listen to the podcast on the Vision Digital Experience (ViDE): ...

Walker Geoffrey Ayeni is trekking the Nile, the longest river in the world, on a mission to capture the attention of the public and policy makers about the outstanding concerns affecting the environment. Senior New Vision journalist Gerald Tenywa speaks with him on his 700km expedition.

Hundreds of Congolese can enter Uganda on a given day when there are clashes. Those who make it back home often find it difficult to access education safely. In western Uganda, schools are opening doors for asylum seekers. 

The Bagungu, formerly a predominantly fishing community along the shores of Lake Albert in Buliisa district are caught between a rock and a hard place. And, the fight against gender-based violence continues in Karamoja

Etop journalist Alfred Atwau meets the 12-year-old breadwinner who must juggle school, a hustle and his own childhood to put food on the table for his mother and siblings.

East Africa wins hosting rights for Africa Cup of Nations 2027 

School dropout rates remain high in Uganda and one of the reasons is lack of tuition fees. The Gift of Chess has organized a tournament to raise money for underprivileged children. Ambassador, Ronald Twikirize, spoke to us about how they are using chess to expand opportunities across the continent. (He teaches some powerful chess moves!)

Lake Victoria dominates Kalangala landscape, yet, the story beneath the surface reveals a struggle that stems from the very waters that surround the Islanders - how to irrigate…

The Bible Society of Uganda has embarked on a mission to fully translate the Bible into the Rufumbira language, and the undertaking is set to cost sh5bn to accomplish. 

The harrowing events surrounding the attack on Mpondwe Lhubiriha Secondary School, in which 42 people were killed on June 16, 2023.

Japeth Basinguzi’s multi-story house in Kabale has been gradually sinking due to an unfolding environmental disaster.

The unexpected heavy rains causing chaos in Kampala and government's push for transparency and accountability. 

Lately, there is a growing trend of infertility among women which health experts associate with a medical condition termed as endometriosis. Senior New Vision journalist Agnes Kyotalengereire caught with Bittie Nalwanga and Grace Nagawa who share how they beat the health condition.

The anguish of patients who instead of care and comfort at the hospital, find themselves abandoned and neglected with no family members or friends whatsoever to take care of them.