Mildred Tuhaise leaves NBS after 11 years of impactful journalism

Kampala, Uganda: Celebrated Ugandan journalist Mildred Tuhaise “called it quits” from NBS Television, ending an 11-year stint that cemented her as one of the country’s most influential broadcast voices.

While announcing her departure from the Naguru-based TV station, Tuhaise described her time at the station as both demanding and rewarding, marked by resilience, growth, and purpose.

“Eleven years is not the finish line. It’s the foundation and if the last decade is anything to go by, Greater things lie ahead,” she noted.

Tuhaise joined NBS Television from WBS TV in 2015, with a clear vision; to contribute meaningfully to journalism and inspire the next generation, especially young female reporters.

Over the years, she became a familiar face on Ugandan screens, particularly through Morning Breeze, where her early-morning broadcasts with colleague Simon Kaggwa Njala helped set the national agenda.

Tuhaise’s career spanned some of Uganda’s most defining moments, including the 2021 and 2026 elections, national budgets, the COVID-19 pandemic era, and periods of political tension, times when the public relied heavily on trusted media voices for clarity and direction.

She reflected on the intensity of the role, citing long hours, early mornings, and the emotional weight that comes with delivering news that shapes public discourse.

Throughout her career, Tuhaise built a reputation for firm, balanced, and thoughtful journalism. She conducted interviews across the social spectrum, from presidents to ordinary citizens, while maintaining professionalism and respect.

Her moderation of high-level discussions and political debates positioned her among journalists trusted to navigate complex national issues. “Journalism is public service,” she emphasized in her heartfelt post, highlighting the responsibility that comes with the profession.

Influence, recognition and scrutiny

As a prominent media personality at NBS, a flagship of Next Media Services, Tuhaise also emerged as a role model for aspiring journalists, particularly women seeking to break into the industry.

She often spoke about discipline, preparation, and emotional intelligence as essential tools for success, while demonstrating that authority in journalism can coexist with empathy.

Her tenure, however, was not without criticism. Some of her interviews and editorial decisions sparked debate, reflecting the pressures and public expectations placed on journalists operating at the highest level.

Nevertheless, her ability to remain composed and principled through both praise and criticism reinforced her credibility.

In her Thursday farewell post, Tuhaise credited Kin Kariisa and the broader NBS team for supporting her growth in a competitive media environment.

A new chapter ahead

While Tuhaise has not revealed her next move, her departure marks the end of a significant chapter in Uganda’s media landscape.

After more than a decade of early mornings, breaking news, and impactful storytelling, she leaves behind a legacy rooted in professionalism, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to public-interest journalism.

“For 11 years, I have lived that responsibility in full public view, showing that a woman can be authoritative without being abrasive, compassionate without being compromised, and principled without being performative,” Tuhaise emphasized.

As she leaves NBS, her audience of fans remains to see if she is destined for another media role and if she will focus on Girls Incorporated Uganda, a non-governmental organisation in Kampala, where she serves as the CEO.