Rystar Africa Magazine

Jenifer Bamuturaki: The visionary CEO steering Uganda Airlines’ expansion   On  #RystarLadies this week, as we conclude our aviation month of September profiles, we celebrate... Jenifer Bamuturaki , the dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uganda Airlines, has been at the helm since July 2022, leading the airline into an era of growth and expansion.  As of today, September 25, 2024, under her leadership, Uganda Airlines has launched new routes to Harare , Zimbabwe, and Lusaka , Zambia, operating four times a week.  These new routes are set to significantly improve connectivity between East and Southern Africa, offering passengers shorter travel times without long layovers.  This expansion comes just a week after Uganda Airlines added Abuja, Nigeria, to its schedule, with twice-weekly flights on Thursdays and Sundays. Utilizing the state-of-the-art CRJ 900-LR aircraft , the airline continues to uphold its promise of safe, affordable, and reliable service. Ba...

On #RystarLadies this week we feature  Mildred Tuhaise: A Trailblazer in Media and Advocacy With an impressive television career spanning over 18 years in the media industry, Mildred Tuhaise has become a recognized voice and popular face in journalism and a powerful advocate for social change. From her early days on television as a teenager on Top TV to her current role as a news anchor and show host at NBS Television, Mildred’s journey reflects her unwavering commitment to excellence and impact. Starting her television career at WBS Television in April 2015, Mildred quickly made a name for herself with her insightful reporting and engaging on-screen presence. Her transition to NBS Television has only amplified her influence, where she continues to captivate audiences with her in-depth coverage and dynamic hosting skills. Beyond her media career, Mildred is the visionary founder of Girls Incorporated Uganda. This organization is dedicated to empowering young girls to embrace their ...

  Mastering Crisis Communication: Julian Amutuhaire’s role in African Union and United Nations Missions #RystarLadies Julian Amutuhaire is our RYSTAR LADY OF THE WEEK she currently serves as a Public Information Officer for the African Union/United Nations Information Support Team, a role she has held for over ten years, since October 2013.  In this capacity, Julian leads the digital team responsible for planning and generating content for the digital platforms of the African Union Mission in Somalia, African Union Transition Mission in Somalia, and the United Nations Support Mission in Somalia. Her duties include providing communication support, designing communication campaigns, monitoring campaign performance, developing website and social media content, and managing crisis communication plans. Before her current role, Julian was a News Manager at 93.3 KFM , a Nation Media Group subsidiary housed at Monitor Publications Limited in Uganda, for eight years and four months of...

RYSTAR MAN OF THE WEEK:  Joseph Kigozi is the Chief Strategy Officer and Deputy Group CEO at Next Media Services Uganda, deputizing the CEO Kin Kariisa, a role he has held since September 2017. Kigozi is also General Manager at NBS Sport Uganda and sports broadcaster at NBS TV. This gentleman who wears many hats is also the Vice Chairman of National Association of Broadcasters (NAB). His journey in the media industry is marked by strategic leadership and a robust understanding of marketing and business development. Prior to his current role, Kigozi has also served as the General Manager for NBS Sport. With a wealth of experience as a seasoned football analyst at NBS Television for the past sixteen years of his illustrious career since August 2008. He effortlessly combines sports marketing, sports management, team building and corporate communications in his team leadership and business strategy. In June 2010, Kigozi was appointed as the Chief Marketing Officer of NBS Television ...