From Protester to Political Bridge | Uganda News

Uganda News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 9, 2026 · 1m

From Ugandan activist to government collaborator and faith leader, Ernest Benjamin Kivumbi’s journey is a riveting tale of transformation. Once jailed for protesting his nation’s leaders, he now advises the President and hosts massive East African religious conferences — earning an honorary doctorate from Canada along the way. Starting young with loss and grit, he learned to speak plainly to crowds, ran for Parliament at 18, and eventually pivoted to work within the system. His story proves that change isn’t always about confrontation — sometimes it’s about finding new ways to lead. Listen in…