EP 8. Hamerkop

EP 8. Hamerkop

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Birds of Uganda, we explore the Hamerkop—its remarkable nests, cultural stories, and quiet role in our wetlands—through sound, storytelling, and field experiences. CREDITS EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: GORILLA CREATIVES  INC PRODUCERS: Ssozi Joseph  I  Bahati Henry I Abdon Karekona V DIRECTOR: Ssozi Joseph EDITOR: Ssozi Joseph SOUND DESIGN & MIX: Ssozi Joseph, Wana Benjamin PHOTO: Kizito Mudambo MUSIC: Akanyonyi By Ganda Boys GUESTS: Kansiime Patricia, Herbert Byaruhanga, Robert Bahindi, Justus Tumusange, Bahati Henry. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/support] Support the Show: https://donate.stripe.com/bJe28q2IlgqB9IP5Fx0Fi00 Book Birding Safaris with us: https://greenbulsafaris.org/ For more Info; Email: ssozi@gorillacreatives.org Text,Call,WhatsApp: +256 783 157 177  We’d love to hear from you!

EP 7. Vultures Part 2

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/fan_mail/new] In this second part of our Vultures series, we sit down with Achilles Byaruhanga, Executive Director of Nature Uganda, to discuss the challenges vultures face and the efforts being made to protect them. The episode closes with a special message from Dr. James Musinguzi, Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Wildlife Authority, on why safeguarding these vital birds is so important. CREDITS EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: GORILLA CREATIVES  INC PRODUCERS: Ssozi Joseph  I  Bahati Henry DIRECTOR: Ssozi Joseph EDITOR: Ssozi Joseph SOUND DESIGN & MIX: Ssozi Joseph, Kasule Jamil PHOTO: Michael Starkie MUSIC: Akanyonyi By Ganda Boys GUESTS: Achilles Byaruhanga, Abdon, Bahati Henry, Dr. James Musinguzi Special thanks to Mpanga Nature Center.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/support] Support the Show: https://donate.stripe.com/bJe28q2IlgqB9IP5Fx0Fi00 Book Birding Safaris with us: https://greenbulsafaris.org/ For more Info; Email: ssozi@gorillacreatives.org Text,Call,WhatsApp: +256 783 157 177  We’d love to hear from you!

EP 6. Vultures Part 1

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/fan_mail/new] In celebration of Vultures Awareness Month, this first part of our two-part series dives into the mysterious world of vultures — from their unmatched ability to keep our landscapes clean to the powerful myths and beliefs that surround them. Gathered around the fireplace at Mpanga Nature Center, we explore their extraordinary sense of smell and discover how these birds shape both culture and ecosystems across Uganda. CREDITS EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: GORILLA CREATIVES  INC PRODUCERS: Ssozi Joseph  I  Bahati Henry DIRECTOR: Ssozi Joseph EDITOR: Ssozi Joseph SOUND DESIGN & MIX: Ssozi Joseph, Kasule Jamil PHOTO: Michael Starkie MUSIC: Akanyonyi By Ganda Boys GUESTS: Abdon,Robert Bahindi,Bahati Henry. Special thanks to Mpanga Nature Center.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/support] Support the Show: https://donate.stripe.com/bJe28q2IlgqB9IP5Fx0Fi00 Book Birding Safaris with us: https://greenbulsafaris.org/ For more Info; Email: ssozi@gorillacreatives.org Text,Call,WhatsApp: +256 783 157 177  We’d love to hear from you!

EP 5. Hadada Ibis

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/fan_mail/new] In this episode of the Birds of Uganda Podcast, we turn our ears to the unmistakable call of the Hadada Ibis. A sound that can stir very different emotions depending on who’s listening. For some, this bird’s cry near home is a sign of misfortune; for others, it’s a reminder of deep parental love and sacrifice. We explore these contrasting cultural beliefs, the Hadada’s unique place in Ugandan folklore, and the beauty it adds to our natural soundscape. Along the way, we share field recordings, including a special one captured at Lake Mburo National Park, the only park in Uganda where people, cattle, and wildlife live side by side, with the community playing a role in its management. CREDITS EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: GORILLA CREATIVES INC PRODUCERS: Ssozi Joseph  I  Bahati Henry DIRECTOR: Ssozi Joseph EDITOR: Ssozi Joseph SOUND DESIGN & MIX: Ssozi Joseph, DonZilla. MUSIC: Akanyonyi By Ganda Boys GUESTS: Robert Bahindi, Aviv,Bahati Henry. Special thanks to Mpanga Nature Center.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/support] Support the Show: https://donate.stripe.com/bJe28q2IlgqB9IP5Fx0Fi00 Book Birding Safaris with us: https://greenbulsafaris.org/ For more Info; Email: ssozi@gorillacreatives.org Text,Call,WhatsApp: +256 783 157 177  We’d love to hear from you!

EP 4. The Stolen Shoebill: A Tale from Mabamba Swamp

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/fan_mail/new] Deep in Uganda's Mabamba Swamp lives the shoebill – a bird so prehistoric-looking it's often called a "living dinosaur." But who would dare steal such a magnificent creature right from its natural habitat? Meet Hannington Kasasa, chairperson of the Mabamba Wetland Ecotourism Association, whose remarkable journey from curious 9-year-old boy to pioneering bird guide spans nearly four decades. Sitting beneath an acacia tree at the Mabamba landing site, surrounded by busy fishermen and the constant activity of weaver birds building nests, Kasasa shares his extraordinary story. CREDITS EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: GORILLA CREATIVES INC PRODUCERS: Ssozi Joseph  I  Bahati Henry DIRECTOR: Ssozi Joseph EDITOR: Ssozi Joseph SOUND DESIGN & MIX: Ssozi Joseph, DonZilla, Kasule Jamil MUSIC: Akanyonyi By Ganda Boys GUESTS: Hannington Kasasa, Bahati Henry,  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370344/support] Support the Show: https://donate.stripe.com/bJe28q2IlgqB9IP5Fx0Fi00 Book Birding Safaris with us: https://greenbulsafaris.org/ For more Info; Email: ssozi@gorillacreatives.org Text,Call,WhatsApp: +256 783 157 177  We’d love to hear from you!