Uncle Mark

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Uncle Mark
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Uncle Mark at High Court of Uganda 2024
Born
Agaba Mark

(1994-12-14) December 14, 1994 (age 30)
Kamwenge, Uganda
Alma mater Makerere University, Uganda Christian University
Occupation(s) Comedian, Radio Presenter
Years active2016–present
Known for Comedian
Spouse
Patricia Valeria Namata
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(m. 2023)​

Agaba Mark (born 14 December 1994), known professionally as Uncle Mark, is a Ugandan media personality, comedian and emcee. [1] [2] [3] [4] He is a radio host at Next Radio 106.1 FM [5] [6] [7] [8] and works as a Public Relations Protocol Executive at Next Media Uganda. [9] [10] [11] He is an ongoing cast member of the comedy show Comedy Store Uganda. [12] [13] [14] [15] [16]

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Early life and education

Uncle Mark was born on 14 December 1994 in Kamwenge District, Western Uganda, [17] to the Banyankole tribe. He attended St Mary's College, Kamwenge, and APASS Senior Secondary School, Nsambya-Kevina. He acquired a Bachelor of Arts in economics at Makerere University [18] and later pursued a degree in Social Work and Social Administration at Uganda Christian University (UCU). [17]

Career

Uncle Mark started his comedy career in 2013, performing in various venues. In 2016, he appeared on "The Comic Uganda," a comedy competition on NBS TV, where he was a runner-up. [18] [19] This exposure helped him gain recognition in the Ugandan entertainment industry. He has continued to perform on Comedy Store Uganda and other platforms. [20] [21] [22] [23] [24]

Leadership experience

He served as the Guild President of UCU's Kampala campus from 2019-2020. [25] [26]

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryNominee(s)ResultRef.
2019Vine AwardsComedian of The YearUncle MarkNominated [27]
2020Vine AwardsComedian of The YearUncle MarkWon [28] [29] [30]
2021Vine AwardsComedian of The YearUncle MarkWon [31] [32] [33] [34]
2022Vine AwardsComedian of The YearUncle MarkNominated [35]
Zina AwardsBest ComedianUncle MarkNominated [36]

Personal life

Uncle Mark married Patricia Valeria Namata in August 2023. [37] [38] [39] The couple followed traditional rituals before their wedding. [40] [41]

References

  1. ↑ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2021-12-25). "Phaneroo Christmas production leaves viewers asking for more". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  2. ↑ Mwesigwa, Solomon (2022-06-02). "Comedian Uncle Mark exposes the Police officer who sent him death threats". MBU. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  3. ↑ Planet, Nyom. "Nyom Planet". nyomplanet.com. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  4. ↑ Mwesigwa, Solomon (2024-09-25). "Comedian Uncle Mo sets his sights on reaching a global audience". MBU. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  5. ↑ Tendo, Elizabeth. "The Inspiring Story of Dr. Lawrence Muganga's Humble Beginnings to Academic Excellence". Nilepost News. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  6. ↑ Nduwumwami, Lindah. "Next Radio makes the Switch with refreshing lineup". Nilepost News. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  7. ↑ Nduwumwami, Lindah. "Be Successful, People Will Notice You: I&M Bank CEO Robin Bairstow Inspires on Next Radio". Nilepost News. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  8. ↑ Nduwumwami, Lindah. "Next Radio Continues Celebrating Six Incredible Years with Fans". Nilepost News. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  9. ↑ "HOME". Next Media. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  10. ↑ "Muck Rack | For journalists and public relations". muckrack.com. 2022-02-03. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  11. ↑ Huston-Holm, Patty (2021-12-09). "Former UCU Guild President lands job at major Ugandan broadcaster". Uganda Christian University Partners. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  12. ↑ "Uncle Mark (RozaDymz) - Comedy Store Uganda July 2024". Scooper. 2024-07-09. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  13. ↑ Ruby, Josh (2024-02-03). "The Ben set for Comedy Store Uganda Performance on Valentine's Day". MBU. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  14. ↑ "Comedy Store Uganda July 2022 - Uncle Mark - Turole Music Hub". 2022-07-19. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  15. ↑ G-Khast, Stuart (2024-02-03). "Comedy Store Uganda to Fly In Rwandan Singer 'The Ben' for Valentine's Day". BigEye.UG. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  16. ↑ iWitness (2024-02-03). "'The Ben' lined up for Valentine's Day showcase at Comedy Store". Galaxy FM 100.2. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  17. 1 2 Ismail, Ssendaza (2023-07-24). "Uncle Mark and Patricia Namata Valeria's Introduction: A Step Towards Matrimony". Now Then Digital. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  18. 1 2 Iragaba, Apollo (2022-08-11). "10 Things You Didn't know about Uncle Mark". Hard Rock Media. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  19. ↑ Katungulu, Amon. "Omukebete crowned winner of The Comic". Nilepost News. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  20. ↑ Faraji, Swaga (2020-06-08). "UCU Guild President Awarded Comedian Of The Year Award". Campus Bee. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  21. ↑ Independent, The (2024-10-14). "Comedy duo Madrat and Chiko celebrate 10 years of laughter with fireworks celebration". The Independent Uganda. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  22. ↑ "New Vision - Latest News". www.newvision.co.ug. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  23. ↑ "New Vision - Latest News". www.newvision.co.ug. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  24. ↑ "Pulse Plot: Big Acts In African Comedy, Artistes Jet In For Patrick Salvador's Kololo Airstrip Show". MTN Pulse. 2020-02-14. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  25. ↑ Writer, Secondopinion (2019-11-11). "Comedian elected UCU Guild President - THE SECOND OPINION" . Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  26. ↑ Ahabwe, Josephine (2019-11-11). "Local Comedian 'Uncle Mark' (Fresher) Voted UCU Kampala Campus Guild President". Campus Bee. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  27. ↑ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2020-01-21). "The Vine Awards nominees have been announced". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  28. ↑ Faraji, Swaga (2020-06-08). "UCU Guild President Awarded Comedian Of The Year Award". Campus Bee. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  29. ↑ "Award Winners 2020". Vine Entertainment Group. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  30. ↑ "Voting opens for 2020 Vine Awards in Uganda". Music In Africa. 2020-02-04. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  31. ↑ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2021-06-28). "Coopy Bly, Grace Nakimera, JohnMarie big winners at Vine Awards 2021". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  32. ↑ "Award Winners 2021". Vine Entertainment Group. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  33. ↑ Ssejjombwe, Isaac (2021-06-28). "Levixone eats big at Vine awards - Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos". Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos - Life of Uganda's celebrities, lifestyle, music and humour. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  34. ↑ Reporter, Our (2021-06-29). "FULLIST: Grace Nakimera Scoops Song Of The Year Vine Music Awards". The Insider. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  35. ↑ Sseruyigo, Aaron (2022-03-31). "Vine Awards 2022: Voting open in eleven categories". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  36. ↑ ATILUK, NATHAN (2022-03-07). "Zzina Awards nominees list released". The Observer. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  37. ↑ "I took two months to write my wedding speech - Uncle Mark". Monitor. 2023-09-17. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  38. ↑ "New Vision - Latest News". www.newvision.co.ug. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  39. ↑ King, Isa (2023-08-28). ""We Couldn't Have Asked for A Better Way to Celebrate with the People We Love" - Mark & Valeria". SatisFashion Uganda | Fashion | Beauty | Entertainment. Retrieved 2025-04-30.
  40. ↑ "New Vision - Latest News". www.newvision.co.ug. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  41. ↑ Mwesigwa, Solomon (2023-07-24). "Comedian Uncle Mark Introduced by his lover Patricia Namata to her parents". MBU. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
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