Nostalgic viewers are still coming to terms following closure of Wavah Broadcasting Services TelevisIon (WBS TV). WBS TV a family station; priding in bringing to the masses coverage of issues ranging from education, politics, business, health, environment, news, sports, religion, culture and entertainment (exciting series and feature films, soaps, music programs, wildlife series) was once the most popular TV station . WBS TV (Wavah Broadcasting services) Station was incorporated in October, 1997 and started broadcasting in January 1999. It was a pioneer, privately owned, free-to-air TV Station in Uganda. These are some of the most loved programmes we shall miss.
1. Showtime magazine
Probably the first lifestyle and events show, Showtime magazine was one of those first watched shows that highlighted celebrity life, gossip and the affluent party life. Showtime magazine massively contributed to Uganda’s pop culture and making of singers into household names. Karitas Karisimbi was one of the most popular hosts of this show.
Brave, bold, and crazy, Bukukujju was that man who dressed in the most colourful, outlandish, odd, ill fitting clothes completed with huge stuffed toys on set whom he would converse with for the amusement of the viewers. His crazy dance moves won him a great following and was one of the most popular shows on TV.
3. Power rangers
Before DSTV’s Nickelodeon, Jimjam or Baby TV, Power rangers on WBS was a must watch for kids and adults alike. Their heroic moves made kids feel like superstars and super heroes. In each home, kids had their favourite characters who became rivals.
Flavia Tumusiime was the host of Teens Club
4. Straight talk Africa with Shaka Ssali
For the elite folks, Shaka’s razor edge cutting analysis on politics was a must watch. The VoA show had a good number of Ugandans calling in.
5. Jam Agenda with J.K Kazoora
This was the biggest entertainment show probably its popularity is still unmatched by the new music shows. JK’s celebrity interviews, music premieres gave celebrities the star image.
6. Sport on
The three musketeers; Mark Ssali, Joseph Kabuleta, and Allan Ssekamate analysis of sports kept sports lovers glued till the exodus following the sinking WBS. Glad, the trio is still on TV, NBS.
7. Health focus
Pof. Dr. William Kirya splendid discussion about health issues without over indulgence into technical terms made deep health issues easily understood by the common man. Unlike most presenters who bank on graphic images, Prof. Kirya’s professionalism will be forever missed.
Straka Mwezi hosted the Late Night Show
8. Late night show with Straka
Colourful wigs and weaves, Straka Mwezi stayed true to her style and struck a special cord with many. Her show brought together fans, and offered a huge platform for upcoming acts to show their worth.
9. Teens Club
Every teen’s favourite show that nurtured top media personality like Flavia Tumusiime, teens club brought the swag to the teenagers world. It brought that cool effect and spoke to kids with urban dreams of living lavish lives.
10. Emiiti Emito
There is no better kids show like this one. Eseza Omuto aka Eseza Kaana probably the most motherly presenter ever, brought out the innocence of children, and celebrated their childhood in a programme everybody loved to watch.
Also worth mentioning is “Vumbula” with Drake Ssekeba. With deeply researched pieces, Drake paid full attention to details and never rushed to judgment but flipped both sides of the coin. Oh, we shall miss WBS and Red Banton.
