Ugandans mourn former Presidential Press Secretary Onapito Ekomoloit

Businessman and seasoned journalist Andrew Mwenda, who was taught by the late Ekomoloit and worked alongside him, expressed his sadness on X (formerly Twitter): "I’ve heard the news of the death of Onapito Ekomoloit with sadness. He was my lecturer at MUK, editor at Monitor, friend, and fellow panelist on KFM’s Hot Seat. A brilliant intellectual with a realistic approach to politics, he inspired us all with his wit. May his soul RIP."

Speaker Anita Annet Among also paid tribute on X: "I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of our brother Onapito Ekomoloit. He was a journalist of excellence, a former Press Secretary to the President, and a former MP. His honest and humble contributions to our country speak for themselves. My heartfelt sympathies go out to H.E. @KagutaMuseveni, his family, friends, the press fraternity, the Nile Breweries family, and the Teso community. May his soul rest in peace."

Ekomoloit had a distinguished career in journalism, politics, and business. He began his journalism journey at The Monitor (now Daily Monitor) as a senior reporter before starting his own outlet, The Crusader.

After serving as the Presidential Press Secretary, a role from which he was succeeded by Tamale Mirundi, Ekomoloit transitioned to the corporate world as Director for Corporate Affairs at beer maker Nile Breweries. Upon his retirement, he was appointed as the company's Board Chairman, a position he held until his sudden passing.