Visiting and filming Mama Uganda (Mariam Nabatanzi), the most fertile woman in the world is an extraordinary experience. Born on December 25, 1980 Mariam Nabatanzi now resides in Mukono district, in the central part of Uganda. Mama Uganda is popularly known among the locals as ‘Azalla Banna’ which translates as “one who produces 4 children per pregnancy.” She produced 44 children by the age of 40. This is because she has given birth to quadruplets, over 3 times. Moreover, she has also given birth to more than 2 quintuplets, triplets and twins.
Following the passing away of some of her kids, she is now left with 38. Her first child was at only 13 years of age. The eldest child is now over 30 years old and the youngest, below 7. Majority of her children underwent normal delivery at home, with the help of her grandmother, a traditional midwife. Sadly, her grandmother passed away and she had to start giving birth in the medical center. It is from there where her latest delivery was Cesarian. However, producing multiple children in a pregnancy is mostly caused by hyperovulation. This is caused when the ovary releases multiple eggs in a menstrual cycle.
Fortunately, in 2019 Mama Uganda underwent a medical procedure to prevent further pregnancies. This was deemed necessary to reduce the risks of uterine fibroids. Nevertheless, Mama Uganda is still a single mother after her husband abandoned her fearing responsibilities. Back then, her 45-year-old husband married a 12 year-old Mariam Nabatanzi. This happened because her father offered her for marriage due to the benefit of bride price offered. She is not aware of where her husband is. Chances that he lives with another woman/women since he is polygamous, and has been before the marriage to Nabatanzi.
Even as a low income earner who works multiple jobs, Mama Uganda strives to take care of her family. She ensures that they feed thrice a day. Nabatanzi also pays their school fees, though occasionally fails to raise the money. This affects their schooling. When it comes to treatment, she utilizes both modern and herbal medicine for the family. Some of her grandchildren also live with her. It is important to know that some of her children have produced twins like her. One of her sons has 10 kids already. Witness all these while visiting and filming Mama Uganda (Mariam Nabatanzi), the most fertile woman in the world.
Requirements to film Mama Uganda?
To film in Uganda legally as a foreign documentarian, it is imperative that you first secure media accreditation. This is from the Media Council of Uganda to formally recognize you as a film professional in the country. Requirements to secure this includes an introductory letter addressed to the Secretary of the Media Council. Other key requirements include a completed Form G, passport, passport-sized photos, certificate of good conduct and a Special Pass. This is a must during your visiting and filming Mama Uganda (Mariam Nabatanzi), the most fertile woman in the world experience.
The Special Pass is a mandatory immigration document that allows foreign nationals to legally operate in Uganda for a given period. Nevertheless, issuance of this is at the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, therefore requires separate application. To do this, submit a copy of your passport, passport-size photo, and an introductory letter to the immigration authorities. Also submit a support letter from the Media Council plus the Certificate of Good Conduct from the relevant authority in your country. This confirms your criminal history in your country.
Besides the accreditation and immigration clearance, you as the documentarian must secure specific filming location permits. This depends on where you will shoot (Mukono district in this case). The site administration or district authorities help you with this. If you plan to bring in your professional equipment into Uganda, understand that the country does not operate a Carnet system. Therefore, arrange for clearance through a bonded clearing agent. Also, Submit details of the equipment list with the assigned values to the Uganda Revenue Authority. Afterwards they issue a Temporary Import Permit (TIP) for you.
The use of drones for filming need separate authorization for importation of the equipment. This involves a formal submission that requests for their usage and duration of filming with a drone. You should ensure that you and the entire filming crew and cast obtain appropriate visas. All the mentioned processes require time and money. Therefore, to minimize delays, overspending and stress it is advisable to process these documents through a reliable coordinator. Standard Safaris is capable of managing this as part of your overall filming and travel plans. Make your visiting and filming Mama Uganda (Mariam Nabatanzi), the most fertile woman in the world perfect with us.
Why plan to visit and film Mama Uganda with Standard Safaris?
We are a locally based tours and travel company with strong working relations with the national authorities and agencies mentioned. This enables us to coordinate the processes involved in acquisition of documents and logistics needed. Standard Safaris is also a well-established relationship with Mama Uganda. Therefore, we ensure that any filming with her involvement is conducted with trust, transparency and full respect for her wishes. By working closely with her and her family we create an environment where she feels safe, supported and empowered.
Besides Standard Safaris is an established tour operator that also manages transportation, accommodation, meals and other tour activities. This allows us to coordinate your filming schedules seamlessly while exploring Uganda and beyond. So why not do visiting and filming Mama Uganda (Mariam Nabatanzi), the most fertile woman in the world with us?
