Sanyuka TV Uganda is a

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based in

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. Its headquarters is located at Next Media Park, Plot 13, summit view Road, Kampala, Uganda. The channel was launched in September 2018. It started broadcasting on 10 September 2018. The station is known for its focus on Ugandan entertainment and local content, particularly targeting young audiences aged 18-35. The channel operates under the

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umbrella, which is a multimedia company in Uganda aspiring to become the most relevant media in Africa.

History

Sanyuka TV was launched on September 27, 2018, as part of Next Media Services' expansion into entertainment-focused broadcasting. Next Media relaunched Sanyuka TV with a brand promise to be Uganda's leading entertainment station, satisfying viewers aged between 18 and 35. The relaunch emphasized the channel's commitment to providing quality local entertainment content. The station is known for its focus on Ugandan

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, also has a series of educational-entertainment movies, sports, youth and entertainment shows. Each week it shows one English Premier League game.

Programming

The channel's programming includes entertainment shows, music programs, and sports coverage. The group's Luganda television Sanyuka TV airs shows such as the Startimes Uganda Premier League and the popular showbiz program Uncut which also airs on NBS Television for a short period.

Sports Broadcasting

The channel has been particularly successful in sports broadcasting, securing rights to major football competitions. Next Media launched its new television station, Sanyuka Prime, with the commitment to bring the game to you live.

Corporate Structure

Sanyuka TV operates under Next Media Services, which is led by CEO Kin Kariisa. Kin Kariisa is a Ugandan businessman, media proprietor and philanthropist. He is the CEO of Next Media a home of 22 brands, a multimedia company in Uganda mostly known for its flagship television network NBS TV.

Location

Its headquarters is located at Next Media Park, Plot 13, summit view Road, Kampala, Uganda.

References

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