Kanyanya Rotary Club gets four Paul Harris Fellows, undertakes several projects in three months
During a ceremony on September 16, 2025, 9213 District Governor Geoffrey Kitakule praised the club’s achievements, calling its performance “commendable” and exceeding expectations for its young age.
District Governor (DG) of District 9213 Geoffrey Kitakule (3rd left) and Rotary Club of Kanyanya President, Dan Mazinga (2nd left) with Rotarians; Fred Yiga Kigozi (left), Agnes Mbabazi (3rd right), former Bukedde Editor, Geoffrey Kulubya (2nd right) and Martha Elimu (right) who were honoured for their significant contributions to the Rotary Foundation during an event held at Greenfield Gardens, Kanyanya in Kampala.
By Geofrey Kulubya
Journalists @New Vision
KAMPALA - The Rotary Club of Kanyanya has launched its 2025–2026 Rotary year, earning accolades for executing four impactful community projects and inducting four Paul Harris Fellows (PHFs) within its first three months.
During a ceremony on September 16, 2025, 9213 District Governor Geoffrey Kitakule praised the club’s achievements, calling its performance “commendable” and exceeding expectations for its young age.
The event at Greenfield Gardens in Kanyanya celebrated the induction of four PHFs—Rotarians who have contributed at least $1,000 (about shillings 3.5 million) to the Rotary Foundation.
The District Governor (DG) of District 9213, Geoffrey Kitakule (centre) joined by members of the Rotary Club of Kanyanya in cutting a cake during an event held at Greenfield Gardens, Kanyanya.(Courtesy Photos)
This year’s honourees were:
• Geofrey Kulubya (former Bukedde Editor)
• Agnes Mbabazi
• Fred Yiga Kigozi
• Dan Mazinga, the club’s president
Additionally, Robert Sebunya, a long-serving Rotarian and presidential advisor, was recognised for his outstanding service. Five new members were also welcomed into the club.
The District Governor (DG) of District 9213, Geoffrey Kitakule (3rd right) and Rotary Club of Kanyanya President, Dan Mazinga (2nd right) with new members Rotary Club of Kanyanya during an event held at Greenfield Gardens, Kanyanya.
Community projects
President Dan Mazinga highlighted the club’s rapid progress
• Kikuubo Slum Cleanup: Members cleared clogged trenches, removed garbage, and educated residents on hygiene and sanitation.
• Training at Nagalama Centre for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs): Rotarians taught PWDs to make liquid soap, fostering self-reliance.
• Medical Camp at Mpererwe: A health outreach provided essential services and a successful blood donation drive.
• St Peter’s Catholic Church Fundraising Run: A fun run partnered with the church to raise funds for roofing its new facility.
Rotarian and presidential adviser, Rtr Robert Sebunya (seated) being recognized for his outstanding service by The District Governor (DG) of District 9213, Geoffrey Kitakule during an event held at Greenfield Gardens, Kanyanya.
Praise and the Rotary vision
DG Kitakule, addressing Rotarians and leaders from neighbouring clubs (Kiteezi and Kasangati), acknowledged the club’s “exceptional performance” despite being chartered just 17 months ago in April 2024.
He urged members to uphold the Rotary theme: Unite for Good, emphasising collaboration to tackle global challenges like poverty, disease, and illiteracy.
“This club operates at a level above many older clubs,” Kitakule said, encouraging sustained momentum. He also stressed the importance of supporting the Rotary Foundation to fund life-changing projects, including the global fight against polio.