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Ugandan foundation honoured for community work in East Africa

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The Mungu Feni Foundation, a Ugandan organisation founded by businessman and gospel artist Benard Feni, was named East Africa’s best community transformation organisation. The award was presented at the East Africa Brand Quality Awards in Kampala, where the foundation was recognised for its work supporting youth, education and humanitarian aid, reports Pmldaily.

The Mungu Feni Foundation was named East Africa’s best community transformation organisation at the East Africa Brand Quality Awards in Kampala. The award was presented in the presence of Uganda’s Vice-President Jessica Alupo, the guest of honour, according to Pmldaily.

Founded by Ugandan businessman and gospel artist Benard Feni, known as Mungu Feni, the foundation was recognised for its work supporting communities, youth empowerment, education and humanitarian aid. It outperformed several dozen non-governmental organisations in the region.

The award adds to the distinctions Benard Feni has received during the year. He is also the founder of Uganda’s first gold refinery fully owned by local interests.

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