In a move that signals a fresh chapter in Uganda’s ever-evolving media landscape, NTV Uganda have unveiled Joram Paul Ssonko as the new anchor for their flagship 9 PM news bulletin, NTV Tonight. The announcement, made Monday, marks a bold step in the broadcaster’s push to keep prime-time audiences glued to their screens.
The reveal came with a touch of theatre. Veteran journalist Mildred Pedun took to X (formerly Twitter) to deliver the news in style: “New face, same trusted news! Meet our newest anchor… Welcome @jorampaulssonko!”
If there were any nerves on the night, Ssonko didn’t show them. His debut later that evening was crisp, composed, and unmistakably assured. A seasoned voice, yet full of new promise — Ssonko’s entrance was the journalistic equivalent of a well-timed goal: measured, confident, and widely applauded.
Fans of current affairs will recognise the name. Ssonko previously fronted Good Morning Uganda and The Front Bench on UBC TV, where he quickly earned a reputation for sharp interviews, broad range, and that rare ability to connect across demographics. From politics to pop culture, his delivery rarely missed the mark.
His arrival at NTV comes just days after Flavia Tumusiime, a familiar face at NTV Tonight, was named Head of Broadcasting at Nation Media Group — a reshuffle that suggests something more strategic is underway behind the scenes.
For NTV Uganda, Ssonko’s signing isn’t just about filling a seat. It’s a signal of intent. A trusted name with a fresh tone. A newsroom veteran with mass appeal. With viewing figures always in play and a fiercely competitive media space, the message is clear: the 9 PM bulletin isn’t just being refreshed — it’s being redefined.
