# Public Relations Association of Uganda 50th anniversary

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/public-relations-association-of-uganda-50th-anniversary
> Updated: 2026-10-25T11:39:10.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) marked its 50th anniversary in October 2026. To commemorate the milestone, the association organized a four-day Golden Jubilee Summit in Jinja City under the theme “Celebrating 50 Years of Professional Excellence; Shaping the Future of Public Relations.”

The celebrations included the 10th Excellence Awards, where various agencies and professionals were recognized for achievements in strategic communication. Notable recipients included Pearl Bank, which won the inaugural PR Crown Jewel Award, as well as Burson, Uganda Breweries Limited, and Airtel Uganda. During the event, PRAU President Irene Nakasiita honored the association’s founder, the late James R. Mutabaazi.

## Claims

- The Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2026. (reported by 3 sources)
- The 10th PRAU Excellence Awards were held at the Source of the Nile Hotel in Jinja on October 23, 2026. (reported by 3 sources)
- Pearl Bank received the Corporate Storytellers Award, Media Relations Gold Standard Award, and Impact Beyond Profit Award. (reported by 3 sources)
- Pearl Bank won the inaugural PR Crown Jewel Award. (reported by 2 sources)
- Burson was named PR Powerhouse of the Year. (reported by 2 sources)
- Lynn Nansirumbi was named PR Rising Star. (reported by 2 sources)
- Uganda Breweries Limited won the Policy and Persuasion Award. (reported by 2 sources)
- James R. Mutabaazi founded the association in 1976. (reported by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-25: Public Relations Association of Uganda celebrates 50th anniversary

The Public Relations Association of Uganda celebrated its 50th anniversary with the 10th Excellence Awards in Jinja, honoring top communication professionals and agencies, including major winner Pearl Bank.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/public-relations-association-of-uganda-celebrates-50th-anniversary

### 2026-10-10: Public Relations Association of Uganda marks 50 years

The Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) will host a Golden Jubilee Summit in Jinja City in October 2026 to celebrate 50 years of professional excellence and discuss the future of the industry.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/public-relations-association-of-uganda-marks-50-years

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