You can call her the youngest news anchor in Uganda; Abigail Mulungi will completely blow your mind the first time you watch her! Over the years, we have seen Ugandan children get involved in different arts such as music and dance. However, non has been seen venturing into the wild streets of journalism. Abigail is breaking this record!
Who Is Abigail Mulungi?
Abigail is a popular Ugandan young girl who reads news on social media especially on TikTok. She gained her fame after parroting NTV Uganda news anchor, Priscilla Nalwoga. This triggered the news anchor to literally pay the 9 year old a surprise visit at their home in Kyanja. Mulungi was born on 15th September 2013 to Mr. and Mrs. Nsereko along with 3 brothers and sisters. She studied her lower primary at Grand Salai Nursery and Junior School in P3 Brilliant.
How Did Abigail Gain Her Passion For News Anchoring?
Abigail told Edge Times that she found herself turning on the TV every time it clocked time for news. She then eventually told her Dad that she wants to become a news anchor. It’s evident he has done his best as the little girl has excellent camera-eye contact when she’s reading the news. Additionally, her passion is fueled by the motivation from her classmates. “My class mates say I’m doing a great job and when I feel down, they encourage me to keep going!”, said Abigail Mulungi in a video interview with Kampala Edge Times. Well, it looks like this motivation has not gone to waste as she hit 100,000 followers on TikTok in October.
What Other Skills Does She Possess?
Abigail says that her other talent is the ability to dance. Actually, she calls herself a great dancer. Secondly, she can sing and her favorite song is “The Lord Bless You”. And the last but not least skill is her ability to read the Bible. Yes, not every girl in P3 can actually read a Bible, especially with the ancient English language. With that said, Abigail told us that her favorite memory verse is John 1:1-22 which she recites exactly as below:
1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. 4 In him was life, and the life was the light of men. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.6 There was a man (I)sent from God, whose name was John. 7 He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him. 8 He was not the light, but came to bear witness about the light.9 The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. 10 He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him. 11 He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him. 12 But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God, 13 who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. 15 John bore witness about him, and cried out, “This was he of whom I said, (‘He who comes after me ranks before me, because he was before me.’”) 16 For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. 17 For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. 18 No one has ever seen God; the only God,[f] who is at the Father’s side, he has made him known.The Testimony of John the Baptist19 And this is the testimony of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, “Who are you?” 20 He confessed, and did not deny, but confessed, “I am not the Christ.” 21 And they asked him, “What then? Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” And he answered, “No.” 22 So they said to him, “Who are you? We need to give an answer to those who sent us. What do you say about yourself?”
John 1:1-22
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Special Facts About Abigail Mulungi
She is a neutral person – As young as she is, Abigail possesses the true roots of a professional journalist. During our interview with her, she avoided taking sides on all questions we asked her. In fact, when we asked for her preferred future secondary school, Abigail said she simply wants one that will help her build her dream instead of naming a school.
She loves Gospel Music – Unlike most people after achieving popularity, Abigail says she specifically loves Gospel music. She however doesn’t segrgate whether it’s international or local; the articulate news reader will put on her dancing shoes!
Her Advice To Other Kids – Abigail advises young kids not to give up on their dreams, but instead ask their parents for support. She says that they can become like her or whatever they desire if only they believe.
She wanted to be an actress – Yes, she did, but that was before her admiration for news anchors kicked in when she was just 3 years old.
Summary
Abigail started her own TikTok account and managed to beat the algorithms despite her deviation from the regular video activities. TikTok is popular for dance and music, but Abigail came up with a whole new wave and now she’s monitored by top brands. What do you think about this amazing young lady? Please leave your thoughts below!
we are so much humbled for the interview
We’re elated. The sky is the limit Abigail.