Franklin Draku is a journalist based in Uganda, focusing on local news and issues. He writes for Cigalah Group and Monitor Publications Limited, a Nation Media Group company. Franklin's work has also appeared on NTV Uganda, covering topics such as politics, governance, corruption, and environmental issues.
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Uganda (National)
Franklin's coverage heavily centers around local Ugandan government and political affairs, with a focus on breaking news, legal policy regulation, and evolving stories. Given this emphasis, he is likely to be most responsive to pitches that offer insights or commentary related to Ugandan politics and governance.
For those looking to reach out effectively, consider providing expert analysis or insider perspectives on ongoing political developments in Uganda. Pitches focusing on topics such as corruption in government officials, parliamentary activities including loans approval and discussions during sessions may resonate well with Franklin.
Given his focus on regional disparities within Uganda and world affairs concerning the country such as its involvement in international events like climate summits or Commonwealth conferences might also be of interest.
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By: Franklin Draku
A tent that has been set up to accommodate the displaced people at Kiteezi landfill. Photo/ STEPHEN OTAGE
By: Franklin Draku
KCCA needs a waste-to-energy plant, an approach experts say has been adopted by my many cities globally to fight garbage
By: Franklin Draku
Men at a waste collection point at Kalerwe Market in Kampala yesterday after garbage collection slowed down following Kiteezi collapse. Top executives of Kampala Capital City Authority received pointed warning a month before Saturday’s tragedy that has claimed 30 lives so far. Photos | Stephen Otage
By: Franklin Draku
Departing passengers line up for check-in at Entebbe International Airport. Photo | File
By: Franklin Draku
The Nile Basin Initiative text of the Cooperative Framework Agreement (CFA) outlines principles, rights and obligations for cooperative management and development of the Nile Basin water resources.
By: Franklin Draku
Ms Betty Bigombe, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Kuala Lumpur and former World Bank envoy and State Minister for Pacification of Northern Uganda who was also the peace negotiator during an interview with this publication in Kampala at the weekend.
By: Franklin Draku
Alarm bells are ringing as the 2026 General Election draws closer, with no tangible reforms.
By: Franklin Draku
Mr Lumu, a member of the Democratic Party (DP), suggested several amendments aimed at making members of the Opposition elect the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament (LoP) and Opposition Chief Whip, among others.
By: Franklin Draku
Military Police personnel arrest one of the youth protestors along Nasser Road in Kampala after he attempted to march to Parliament on July 23, 2024. PHOTO/ MICHAEL KAKUMIRIZI
By: Franklin Draku
In 2020, Saleh Mukwanga, a father of three, and resident of Buwenge in Jinja District, lost his national identity card and, thereafter, reported the matter to the police.
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