Who is Andrew Kyamagero? Flash Uganda Media looks at his biography, age, wife, family, tribe, achievements, and relationship with John Ssebowa, Rose Kirabo Nantongo, Linda Ndagire, Mandela Enzo Kyamagero, Zaza Jacklyn Kyamagero, and the early life and education of a Ugandan News Anchor, journalist, presenter, motivational speaker and events MC.
Andrew Kyamagero also known as Omuntu Wawansi (Common man) is a Ugandan News Anchor, journalist, presenter, motivational speaker and events MC.
Kyamagero was currently working with NTV Uganda as the NTV English News Anchor but left in 2024.
He co-hosted the famous morning show, “Morning Saga; Akasambattuko” on Galaxy FM before quitting the station in 2018.
Kyamagero is revered by many as a voice for the voiceless who stands up for the opinions of the common man.
Net Worth
Andrew Kyamagero has an estimated net worth of 256 million Ugandan shillings.
In 2021, he earned one of his highest annual incomes of 31 million Ugandan Shillings.
He earned more than 6 million Ugandan Shillings from his job as a host and more than 24 million Ugandan Shillings from his work as a news anchor at NTV Uganda.
Early Life
Andrew Kyamagero was born to John Ssebowa (father) and Rose Kirabo Nantongo (mother). In a family of seven boys, he is the last born.
He belongs to the Buganda tribe and is deeply rooted in the Buganda way of life. He began his early schooling in Kampala where he grew up.
Although Andrew Kyamagero’s father had raised him to be a priest, he eventually rejected his father’s will and pursued a career in media.
Education Background
After attending Homisdallen Primary School, Andrew Kyamagero switched schools to Kirinya Church of Uganda Primary School in Bweyogerere where he took his primary leaving exam (PLE).
Kyamagero then enrolled in Busoga College Mwiri for his secondary education but he barely stayed for one term before leaving.
According to Kyamagero, he dropped out of school after just one term because the cultures he was exposed to such as homosexuality conflicted with his Christian beliefs.
After completing his O’ Level education at Ntebetebe St John’s in Bweyogerere, he went to Bethel Covenant College in Bwebajja to complete his A-level studies.
Kyamagero continued his education by enrolling at Durham University in the United Kingdom, where he graduated with a degree in theology. Despite being ordained, he doesn’t practice.
Kyamagero returned shortly after receiving his degree in theology, handed his father the documents, and enrolled at Kampala University to study mass communication in which his interests lay.
In 2010, he received his Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and Journalism.
Education background summary
| Years | Institution | Status /Award |
| Kirinya Church of Uganda Primary School Bweyogerere | PLE | |
| Ntebetebe St John’s in Bweyogerere | UCE | |
| Bethel Covenant College, Bwebajja | UACE | |
| Durham University UK | Degree in Theology | |
| 2008 – 2010 | Kampala University | Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication |
Other Education Accomplishments
Kyamagero also graduated from Amity University with a Master of Arts in Mass Communication/Media Studies.
Family
In May 2019, Linda Ndagire introduced Andrew Kyamagero in a vibrant traditional ceremony at her parents’ Luweero house.
Before getting married, the two lived together for about four years, and according to Kyamagero, they needed to take things slowly and give it some time.
This was followed by their official marriage in a civil ceremony at the Uganda Registration Services Bureau.
Following their son Mandela Enzo Kyamagero, they were fortunate to have a daughter, Zaza Jacklyn Kyamagero who was born in September 2019.
Career and Professional Work Experience
Before joining Radio, Andrew Kyamagero sold juice during his senior six vacations. He would later continue to sell to corporate offices to raise tuition for his Mass Communication degree at Kampala University.
Kyamagero, however, started his Journalism career after he graduated from Kampala University in 2010.
Having failed to land a job in all the media houses in Kampala since they needed experience, Kyamagero landed an opportunity with Best FM (the English station for Radio Buddu) in Masaka where he kickstarted his radio career.
He came back to Kampala in 2011 and worked with Spirit FM before briefly switching to Vision radio.
He, however, still felt something was missing and switched to reading news on Touch F.M, Record T.V and later Urban TV.
In 2015, he applied to NTV Uganda but he was never called. He was instead called in February 2018 for interviews which he passed.
He joined Galaxy FM radio in 2015 as a co-host of the morning show, “Morning Saga; Akasambattuko”. He later bid his goodbyes in 2018 to join NTV.
On 1st April 2018, Kyamagero started working as a morning show, English News Anchor on NTV.
In November 2018, Andrew Kyamagero also joined Radio 4, a radio station in Ntinda formerly known as Juice FM as the manager.
He later resigned in April 2023 after five years.
Work experience background summary
| Years | Institution | Position |
| 2009 – 2011 | Best FM | Radio Presenter |
| 2011 – 2012 | Spirit FM | Radio Presenter |
| 2012 – 2015 | Touch FM | Journalist |
| 2013 – 2015 | Record TV | News Anchor |
| 2015 – 2018 | Galaxy FM | Prime time presenter Morning Saga |
| 2016 – 2018 | Urban TV | News Anchor |
| 2018 – 2023 | Radio 4 | Manager |
| 2018 – 2024 | NTV Uganda | English News Anchor |
| 2024 – Present | Radio 4 | Omuntu Wawansi Live |
Kyamagero Leaves NTV Uganda, Returns to Radio with Radio 4
After years as a familiar face on NTV Uganda, Andrew Kyamagero has stepped away from television broadcasting. The journalist and news anchor, widely appreciated for his calm delivery and satirical edge, announced his departure from the station in September 2024.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday evening, Kyamagero expressed gratitude to NTV and its viewers:
“After years of sharing and anchoring the stories that shaped us as a nation, I am humbled by the unwavering support of you, our great viewers. Thank you for trusting me to bring the news that defined who we are,” he wrote.
His exit marks the end of a chapter that began several years ago at the Kampala Serena Hotel-based station, where he built a following as a trusted voice on national affairs.
But Kyamagero isn’t stepping away from the microphone just yet. In November, he made a return to radio—this time with Radio 4. The station, owned by businessman and presidential envoy Hon. Balaam Barugahara, announced that Kyamagero would be hosting a new season of Omuntu Wawansi Live, a people-centred program aimed at amplifying grassroots voices.
The show, which has previously explored issues affecting ordinary Ugandans, is expected to air from Radio 4’s studios in Ntinda.
Other Career accomplishments
Kyamagero used to commentate on corporate films and serve as the voice promoter for Lesotho E-Visa customer care before going into journalism.
He is the newest and most innovative Mcee (Master of Ceremony) in Uganda, which explains his versatility in organizing many of the country’s upscale events.
Notably, the Ministry of Health has named Andrew the National Family Planning and Male Involvement Champion.
He is a leader of the next generation and a Pan African who is passionate about changing people’s perceptions of the “common man” (omuntu wa wansi).
As the Omuntu Wawansi Initiative’s creator and team leader, Andrew demonstrates strategic insight and offers priceless counsel.
He’s been able to form partnerships with the Ministry of Health and create the well-known #ManCaveUG, a secure forum where men can have candid conversations about issues that impact them.
Achievements and Awards
Andrew Kyamagero is a distinguished media professional with more than 17 years of experience.
He has established himself as a genuine authority in his profession thanks to his unmatched proficiency in news curation, field investigation, and on-air reporting.
He is an award-winning, multi-talented news anchor. Andrew took home the Uganda Radio and TV Awards for Best English News Anchor.
Controversies
There was persistent speculation that Andrew Kyamagero and Mariat Nasasira of Galaxy FM were romantically involved.
At gatherings and various trips, the two had usually been pictured together. But when asked about a potential relationship, they have consistently denied the claims saying they are close friends.
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