UCC Summons Salt TV Over Alleged Broadcasting Violations

What the report says

The Uganda Communications Commission has summoned Salt Television to answer allegations that one of its programmes breached broadcasting standards. According to Watchdog Uganda, the regulator’s action stems from a June 17, 2026 episode of Omusunsuzi, which it says drew complaints over possible violations of minimum broadcasting rules and content regulations.

The report says the programme was hosted by Charles Ssenkubuge and Jennifer Nakangubi and discussed “Operation Fika Salama.” The complaints were filed by Miyingo Benson and Single Mothers Alliance Ltd, through Kasiko Advocates. UCC said the complainants alleged the segment was malicious, defamatory and based on unverified reporting, raising concerns under the Minimum Broadcasting Standards and the Uganda Communications (Content) Regulations, 2019.

In a letter dated August 12, 2026, UCC Executive Director Nyombi Thembo asked Salt TV to submit written explanations and provide recordings of the broadcast. The broadcaster was given until August 20, 2026, while both Salt TV and the complainants were told to attend a UCC meeting on August 21, 2026 at UCC House in Bugolobi, Kampala. UCC said the complainants must support their claims, and warned that it could take regulatory action if Salt TV does not cooperate.

The development highlights the regulator’s wider role in overseeing media content and enforcing broadcast standards in Uganda.