Next Media Group CEO Kin Kariisa met with Dr. Hilary Okello, one of Uganda’s leading voices in the English stand-up comedy space. The conversation was filled with insight, vision, and a clear passion for growing Uganda’s creative arts scene.
Dr. Hilary and his colleagues are doing underrated yet brilliant work, building a thriving ecosystem for English stand-up through consistent, creative performances and grassroots engagement. What stood out most was the depth of opportunity—both in content and culture—that this movement holds for Uganda’s entertainment industry.
As a proud alumnus of #NBSTheComic, Dr. Hilary’s journey is a testament to Next Media’s continued investment in discovering and nurturing local talent. His current success is not just a personal milestone, but a clear indicator of the industry’s potential to grow and evolve into a globally competitive force.
The meeting opened new doors for collaboration between Dr. Hilary’s team and Next Media, focusing on how we can amplify his work, give stand-up comedy the platforms it deserves, and support the creative economy more intentionally.
We look forward to seeing what the future holds—and we’re committed to being part of it.
