Sam Omara, born in 1960 into a modest but hardworking family, passed away at Mulago Hospital after battling cancer, closing a remarkable 65-year journey marked by dedication to public service. While younger generations may not recognise his name, those who lived through the 1990s and early 2000s remember him as a formidable security officer whose intelligence and work ethic left an indelible mark.  

Following days of heavy downpours across the country, Mukono Central Division now faces severe flooding, with roads submerged and property damaged, including homes, drainage systems, and critical infrastructure. The situation has particularly affected the Kyungu-Namanve stretch of the Jinja Highway, where sections of the road have been rendered impassable.  

Mityana, Uganda – Communities along the shores of Lake Wamala are grappling with a deepening health crisis as residents in Butebi 1, Mawangala, Busuubizi, Banda, and neighboring villages are forced to drink dirty, unsafe water shared with livestock, sparking outbreaks of waterborne diseases.

Families—many of whom travel long distances—have no option but to draw water from muddy ponds and the lake itself, sources that are visibly contaminated. “We boil this water, but it still makes us sick. We have no choice,” said a resident of Butebi, echoing the desperation felt across the region.