The Catholic Diocese of Jinja has announced the death of Bishop Charles Martin Wamika. He passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 4:00 PM.
In a statement, Diocesan Chancellor Fr. Gerald Muto confirmed the passing of Jinja Diocese Shepherd.
“It is with deep sorrow and Christian hope in the resurrection that the Diocese of Jinja announces the passing of our beloved shepherd, Rt. Rev. Charles Martin Wamika.The funeral program will be communicated later. We invite all the Clergy, Religious and the Faithful to keep our fallen Bishop Wamika in your prayers. May his soul rest in eternal peace,” he wrote.
Bishop Wamika presided over the momentous celebrations of 2023 Martyrs Day at Namugongo.
During his homily at the 2023 Martyrs’ Day celebrations, Bishop Charles Martin Wamika urged Catholics to avoid polygamous marriages, citing St. Matia Mulumba as an example. Upon his conversion, St. Mulumba divorced his other three wives, keeping only one, and became part of the first Christian couple to wed in Uganda.
Bishop Wamika also cautioned the younger generation against being led astray by worldly influences, including social media and declining moral values, and encouraged them to learn from the steadfast faith of the martyrs.
Funeral arrangements are yet to be announced.
