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When did Fabris Mulindi join Kampala Edge Times?
Kampala Edge Times has officially announced the appointment of Fabris Mulindi from Solfa Africa to its Board of Members as Co-Founder and Director since 12th December 2025. The partnership brings together two of East Africa’s most dynamic young forces: a rapidly growing solutions-journalism platform and an internationally recognized champion for climate resilience and refugee empowerment.
What major announcement is reshaping the future of Kampala Edge Times?
The leadership team at Kampala Edge Times confirmed today that Fabris Mulindi has joined the “winning team” to help steer the publication’s strategic vision. This announcement comes just days after Mulindi was honored as the 2025 Youth Change Maker at the prestigious EMY Africa Awards, cementing his status as one of the continent’s most influential young leaders. By bringing Mulindi on board, the publication is signaling a shift from purely reporting news to actively shaping the future of community development and youth empowerment in the region.
Why did Fabris Mulindi choose to partner with John Kenny Adeya?
The corporate union between Fabris Mulindi and John Kenny Adeya, the founder of Kampala Edge Times, is described by insiders not just as a business merger, but as the beginning of a very big shift for Africa. Adeya, a celebrated journalist known for his award-winning advocacy against corporal punishment and his consistent tech reporting, has been steering Kampala Edge Times toward a specific goal: changing the African narrative from one of despair to one of dignity and innovation.
“I have watched John’s consistency for years,” Mulindi said in a statement from the company’s Kampala headquarters. “In an industry often chasing the quickest click, John built a platform that chased the truth and uplifted the community. When I looked at where I wanted to invest my energy and resources, I realized that Kampala Edge Times wasn’t just reporting on the future; they were ready to help build it. I requested to join because I didn’t just want to be a subject of the story anymore—I wanted to help write it.”
For Adeya, the partnership is a strategic acceleration. “Fabris brings something to the board that money can’t buy: lived experience and a relentless drive for impact,” Adeya said. “We are moving into 2026 with a very big goal. We aren’t just a blog; we are an institution. With Fabris on board, we are going full speed.”
Who is Fabris Mulindi and how does his journey inspire the publication’s direction?
To understand the weight of this appointment, one must understand Mulindi’s journey. Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and raised in Uganda’s Kyangwali Refugee Settlement, Fabris’s early life was defined by the very challenges Kampala Edge Times seeks to highlight. Yet, he refused to be defined by them.
At just 22, he is the founder of SOLFA (Solve & Flourish Africa), an organization that has revolutionized how refugee communities approach agriculture and climate change. Through SOLFA, Mulindi introduced “climate-smart” farming to smallholder farmers, turning aid-dependent families into self-sufficient agricultural entrepreneurs. His work earned him a spot as an Anzisha Prize Fellow (Class of 2024), a global recognition that identifies Africa’s youngest and most promising entrepreneurs. Most recently, his acceptance as a Lincoln Scholar at Centre College and his victory at the EMY Africa Awards have placed him on the global stage.
How will this partnership immediately impact the Kyangwali Refugee Settlement?
The board’s first major directive is already in motion. John Kenny Adeya is currently en route to Hoima to attend the Kyangwali Festival, a celebration of art, culture, and resilience within the settlement. This isn’t just a reporting trip; it is the launch of the duo’s first joint initiative: “Voices of Kyangwali.”
This project will see SOLFA’s on-ground network—which boasts employees and volunteers across Africa—collaborating with Kampala Edge Times’ writers in East Africa to mentor young refugees in digital storytelling.
“We are going to amplify the voices in Kyangwali not as victims, but as creators,” Mulindi explained. “We have the cameras, we have the platform, and now we have the mandate.”
What specific initiatives are being launched to support modern education?
Beyond the refugee settlements, the new board has outlined an aggressive roadmap for education. Starting in early 2026, Kampala Edge Times will launch a series of writing competitions, initially focused on the Bunyoro and Buganda regions before expanding countrywide.
These competitions are designed to do more than just reward good grammar; they are built to identify the next generation of African journalists and thought leaders. By leveraging Mulindi’s network from the African Leadership Academy and Adeya’s media connections, the winners will receive mentorship and publishing deals, effectively creating a pipeline of talent that spans the continent.
What is the long-term vision for Kampala Edge Times in 2026 and beyond?
The synergy between the two entities is structurally unique. While Kampala Edge Times has established a strong network of writers across East Africa, SOLFA operates with teams in multiple African nations, focusing on sustainable development. Merging these networks creates a “hybrid engine” of content and action.
“2026 is going to be the beginning of a very big goal,” Adeya told reporters. “We are combining the operational reach of a top-tier NGO with the storytelling power of a modern media house. We intend to become the primary narrative changer for the region. When you read a story on Kampala Edge Times, you will know it’s not just ‘news’—it’s a perspective you won’t find anywhere else.”
For Fabris Mulindi, the move from the field to the boardroom is not a departure from his roots, but a way to protect them. “We are here to elevate authentic African stories that inspire real-world solutions,” he said. “This is just the beginning.”
