Charles Collins Andaku

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Alma mater Makerere University
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Uganda Christian University
(Master in Divinity)
OccupationBishop
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Charles Collins Andaku (born 22 November 1965) is an Anglican bishop in Uganda: [1] he has been the Bishop of Madi and West Nile since 2017. [2]

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Early life and education

Andaku, was born on 22 November 1965 in Kibigoro, Arua District, Uganda. His parents were Rev Canon Semi Draku and Racheal Draku. He received a Bachelor of Education from Makerere University in 1999. He received his Master in Divinity from Uganda Christian University. [2]

Ordination and career

Andaku was ordained as deacon in 2005 and priest in 2006. He was a Canon at Emmanuel Cathedral, Mvara prior to his consecration. His Madi and West Nile diocese covers Arua, Moyo, Maracha, Yumbe, Koboko and Adjumani districts. [2]

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References

  1. Anglican Communion
  2. 1 2 3 "Profile of the Bishop Elect, Rev. Can. Charles Collins Andaku". Church of Uganda. 21 November 2016. Retrieved 1 April 2021.