news 1 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Enduring Lessons from Daniel Kalinaki's Journalism Journey
A former colleague recalls Daniel Kalinaki's early days at Makerere University, highlighting his seriousness, bold questioning, and unwavering integrity that defined his three-decade career in Ugandan journalism. As he steps away from the newsroom, his contributions to students and the craft remain inspirational. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/the-lessons-that-stay-with-kalinaki-5409722
Daniel Kalinaki’s path in journalism began at Makerere University, where he stood out as a focused and self-assured student in the Department of Mass Communication, now Journalism and Communication.
After earning a Master’s in the UK, he returned as a part-time lecturer, teaching courses with reliability and asking probing questions that challenged departmental norms thoughtfully.
Colleagues remember his soft-spoken demeanor, seriousness, eagerness to learn, and deep respect for journalism. A memorable incident involved him gently confronting a blank fuel receipt, instilling a lasting lesson on avoiding any appearance of impropriety.
Kalinaki stayed connected to the department, sustaining the Tebere-Mudin Award for top students—honoring late Monitor editors killed in 1998—and delivering honest guest lectures that grounded aspiring journalists in the profession’s realities.
His reflective depth and steadfast commitment through newsroom challenges, culminating in leadership at Nation Media Group-Uganda, mark a career of purpose and pride.
As he retires from formal newsroom roles, hopes linger for his continued influence on students.
Source: Daily Monitor