Former NBS TV political journalist Joseph Sabiti could be making a return to television after Next Media Chief Executive Officer Kin Kariisa publicly invited him back to the newsroom. The development has excited fellow journalists and viewers who remember Sabiti for his confident presentation, sharp political analysis and impressive performance during live broadcasts. The invitation comes months after Sabiti left his position as Principal Press Secretary in the Office of the Speaker of Parliament, sparking fresh interest in his next career move.
The conversation started after Sabiti took to social media to reflect on his departure from journalism and revealed how much he still misses the profession. Despite spending about five years away from active journalism, he admitted that walking away from the newsroom had not been easy because of the passion he developed for the industry. His message attracted attention from colleagues and media personalities, including Kariisa, whose company operates NBS TV, the station where Sabiti made his name as a political reporter and presenter.
Responding to Sabiti’s remarks, Kariisa extended an invitation for him to return to the newsroom, raising hopes of a possible comeback to television. Sabiti appeared enthusiastic about the suggestion, replying, “Say no more boss!” His response immediately generated excitement among those who have been following his career, with many interpreting the exchange as a promising sign that he could soon return to the screens. However, neither party had formally confirmed a return at the time of the exchange.
Several journalists and social media users also welcomed the possibility of seeing Sabiti back on television. Willy Akena expressed his desire to have the former presenter return, saying viewers missed seeing him on their screens. Owen Frank similarly encouraged him to return to broadcasting, while veteran journalist Andrew Onapito praised his abilities, describing him as the “MVP of live broadcast.” The reactions demonstrate the lasting impression Sabiti made during his time in the media industry.
Sabiti left NBS TV in August 2021 after building a reputation as one of the station’s prominent political journalists. His departure followed an offer from then-Deputy Speaker Anita Among, who appointed him Principal Press Secretary in the Office of the Speaker of Parliament. He subsequently continued serving in senior communications roles after Among became Speaker in March 2022, moving from reporting on political developments to working within Parliament’s communications establishment.
Before entering public service, Sabiti spent close to a decade working in journalism, covering parliamentary proceedings, elections and major political developments across Uganda. His career also included a brief stint at ActionAid Uganda, where he worked as a communications officer after leaving NBS TV in 2019. He returned to the station in 2020 ahead of the 2021 general elections, resuming his work in political reporting and television presentation.
During his second stint at NBS TV, Sabiti hosted The Frontline, a popular political discussion programme that brought together politicians, analysts and other public figures to discuss national issues. His experience in live broadcasting and ability to engage with political developments helped establish his reputation among television audiences. A possible return would therefore reunite him with a newsroom where he spent significant years developing his professional identity and connecting with viewers.
In August 2026, Speaker Jacob Oboth-Oboth appointed veteran journalist Dr Deo Arinaitwe Rugyendo as Principal Press Secretary, replacing Sabiti. Following the changes, Sabiti publicly thanked former Speaker Anita Among and the Parliamentary Commission for the opportunity to serve. Questions subsequently emerged about his next professional destination, with Kariisa’s invitation now presenting a possible route back into mainstream journalism.
Should Sabiti accept the invitation, his return to NBS TV would mark another major transition in a career that has taken him from political reporting to parliamentary communications and potentially back to broadcasting. For viewers who have missed his presence on television, the prospect of his comeback has already generated excitement. Although an official announcement is still awaited, Kariisa’s public invitation and Sabiti’s positive response have opened the door to what could be a welcome reunion between the journalist and the station where he built much of his reputation.
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