By Leonard Kamugisha Akida,
KAMPALA
Eddie Nahwera, the founder of Kigezi Teens Magazine, has launched a new national youth empowerment initiative named BINGWA, aimed at nurturing ethical, confident, and socially responsible teenage leaders across Uganda.
The announcement was made on Wednesday, May 28, during a strategic meeting held at the Child Africa offices in Kansanga, Kampala. Nahwera met with Madam Julie Solberg and Mr. Rino Solberg, co-founders of the NGO Child Africa, to discuss possible partnerships focused on empowering teenagers through innovation, mentorship, and sustainable development.
According to Nahwera, the meeting was both productive and inspirational. He noted that the Solbergs have shown a longstanding commitment to youth development in Uganda and beyond, particularly through their education-focused work with Child Africa.
“The discussions centered on ways to expand the reach and impact of Kigezi Teens Magazine so that it becomes a truly national platform for young people to express themselves, learn, and grow,” Nahwera said.
As part of the broader vision, Nahwera introduced BINGWA—a Swahili word meaning “champion.” The initiative aims to equip Ugandan teens with the mindset, skills, and ethical foundation to become community leaders, fight corruption, and champion honesty and integrity.
“Our goal is to raise a generation of honest, confident, and skilled youth who are ready to take on leadership roles and drive positive change in their communities,” he said. “As our slogan states, ‘Every child is a champion.’”
Nahwera also expressed deep gratitude to the Solberg family for their early and continuous support, which he said has been pivotal in his journey toward youth advocacy and media development.
Looking ahead, he reaffirmed Kigezi Teens Magazine’s commitment to building strategic partnerships aligned with national development goals and called on government bodies, private sector players, and well-wishers to support the initiative.
“Together, we are working toward a future where every teenager in Uganda has the knowledge, support, and inspiration they need to thrive,” he concluded.
BINGWA is expected to roll out in schools and communities later this year, with programs focusing on leadership training, civic education, innovation, and values-based mentorship.
