The Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda, Rt Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, has hailed the founders of Radio Ankole for their unwavering commitment to community empowerment and cultural preservation over the past two decades.
While speaking at Ekijumeero, a grand celebration held at Kyamate Playground in Ntungamo District to mark 20 years of Radio Ankole’s existence, Tayebwa commended the station’s visionaries, including renowned businessman Bob Kabonero and former Minister Hon. Mwesigwa Rukutana, for establishing a media house driven not by profit but by passion to inform, educate, and entertain the public.
“Running a radio station is hardly a profitable venture, but it remains one of the most powerful tools for communication. The founders of Radio Ankole took on this noble task not for financial gain but to serve the people of Ankole,” Tayebwa said.
Over the years, Radio Ankole has become a cornerstone of regional communication, broadcasting exclusively in Runyankore and ensuring that government programmes, development agendas, and community dialogues are accessible to all, including those not fluent in English.
Tayebwa praised the station for playing a vital role in uniting Ugandans and fostering constructive discourse.
“Radio Ankole has become a reliable channel for sharing ideas and connecting the people to their government. It has contributed to peace, unity, and the preservation of our identity,” he added.
He further encouraged the station’s management to embrace digital transformation by expanding their reach to Ugandans in the diaspora.
“As you continue broadcasting in Runyankore, I urge you to leverage technology to reach more Ugandans abroad. This will not only help preserve our language but also safeguard our rich culture for generations to come,” he advised.
The colorful event was attended by religious leaders, politicians, cultural representatives, and hundreds of listeners from across the Ankole sub-region, all gathered to celebrate the legacy and impact of Radio Ankole over the last 20 years.
