Electronic Media Coverage Of Political Activities In Uganda (2012-2013) The Broadcasting Operation Boundaries A Case Study Of Ubc Radio

Introduction This chapter deals with the introduction, background to the study, problem statement, scope of the study, its significance and the conceptual frame work to show the dependent and independent variables. 1.1 Background Information to the Study The coverage of political activities in Uganda has undergone several challenges. There was a major point in the politics of Uganda when Amin was the ruler for 8 years (1971- 1979). This period saw the political process collapse. Amins regime used fear and terror as central instruments of policy and media control. A large number of journalists …