Ultimately, the lesson from Gongodyo’s death is clear: justice cannot be delivered by an angry crowd. Uganda must strengthen public trust in law enforcement, promote civic education, and hold perpetrators of mob violence accountable. Only then can the country prevent similar tragedies and ensure that no innocent person loses their life simply because they were in the wrong place at the wrong time.

On stage, that same level of intention carried through. Jackson didn’t just perform; he created unforgettable spectacles. Every movement had purpose. The moonwalk (or “backslide,” as many called it in Uganda) became one of the most recognizable dance moves in the world, but it was only one piece of a much larger artistic identity. Even today, traces of his style appear across artists from completely different genres.

As of 2026, Uganda is home to nearly two million refugees and asylum seekers, most of whom have fled conflict in neighboring countries like South Sudan, Somalia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is not to say that other countries in the region do not offer refuge to those fleeing war as Kenya and Tanzania do so too.

Choosing not to have children does not make someone selfish, immature, or lacking in compassion. Many women without children lead rich and meaningful lives. They build fulfilling careers, contribute to their communities, nurture relationships, and pursue passions that give their lives purpose, just as men who choose not to be fathers do, often without scrutiny.

Nam served at New Vision for nearly three decades, covering business, environment, and politics. After retiring from active journalism, he ventured into tourism, marketing, and book publishing.

Nakimuli reportedly drove herself to the facility for what she described as a non-major operation.

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When people talk of the Iteso, they usually speak of two things: their strikingly good looks and their exceptional command of the English language.