Flowers for Isaiah Malek Alier for being a male champion for girls’ issues at Alere S. S. in Adjumani (refugee settlement). Keep inspiring more boys. Friends, share until it reaches him, and to inspire more boys.
🏆 Here it is! It's coming home, Gulu. The Best General Hospital in Uganda is coming home. Dr Emintone Odong is the man in charge of bringing this baby to us from Kampala.
Tonight, we celebrate. Tomorrow, we go again.
#BestGeneralHospital#LacorHospital#TeamLacor
Whoever attempted to fight Balaalo in Northern Uganda will pay. Some of them are already sneezing. You cannot fight Bachwezi who brought us together for 500 years and expect to have peace.
My only problem with this whole Pastor Robert Kayanja and Frank Gashumba situation is that, while Pastor Kayanja is a well respected minister of God whose ministry many associate with miracles, signs, and wonders, the heavy focus on him as the person being attacked by Gashumba has robbed us of an opportunity to address a much bigger issue: the existence of pastors who falsely claim to speak for God.
Unfortunately, this is a conversation we cannot afford to avoid, especially with the mushrooming of churches across Uganda.
Everyone seems busy taking sides, defending their favourite personalities, and trading accusations. But beyond Kayanja and Gashumba, we must acknowledge that there are religious leaders who exploit people’s faith, manipulate vulnerable believers, stage fake miracles, and claim divine authority to serve their own interests.
If we cannot speak honestly about these issues during moments like this, when will we? Our silence leaves many believers vulnerable to manipulation by people they trust to guide them spiritually.
That is the conversation I wanted us to have. Instead, things have shifted to generational curses, personal attacks, and spiritual warfare between prominent personalities.
What should have been an opportunity for honest reflection has turned into a battle of the elephants, where everyone is caught up in the fight while the real issue gets lost.
My point is not to condemn every pastor or dismiss genuine men and women of God. Neither should defending one minister mean turning a blind eye to the misconduct of others. We can respect genuine ministers of God while still holding those who exploit His name accountable.
I think ultimately, this should not be about Kayanja versus Gashumba. It should be about protecting the people, preserving the integrity of the gospel, and ensuring that the name of God is not used as a tool for manipulation.
#ActiveWithMycal #Gashumba #Kayanja
Africa still has no permanent seat on the Security Council.
A 21st century Security Council without permanent African representation is unjust & indefensible.
We must reform the Council so that it reflects today’s world with the legitimacy and effectiveness that today’s challenges demand.
On this day, a girl child was born. The Lord was with her from the very beginning. She was born to do exploits.
Her mother says someone had even stolen her at 1 year of age, but they found the thief…
Happy birthday to me🎂
One day when I find time, I will speak about all the emails I get requesting me to refer patients to India for a commission.
Imagine the kind of car I would be driving if I said yes?😊
STATEMENT TO THE PEOPLE OF TOORO
Fellow Batooro, friends of Tooro and all those who mourn with us,
As we prepare to receive His Majesty the Omukama and ultimately lay our King to rest, I appeal to every Mutooro to conduct ourselves with the dignity, restraint and decorum befitting this solemn moment.
We have lost our King. We have lost a son of Tooro whose life, leadership and service carried the name of our Kingdom far beyond our borders.
At this moment, our responsibility is not to allow disagreements, speculation or competing narratives to define these final days. Our responsibility is to protect His Majesty’s memory, honour his legacy and give him the dignified farewell he deserves.
Moments like these require leadership, not posturing. They require less talking and more organising. We are all grieving and emotions are understandably high, but leadership requires us to rise above those emotions, lead by example and never lose sight of the bigger picture.
The world is watching us, but more importantly, the people of Tooro are looking to us for leadership. How we conduct ourselves during this difficult period reflects on all Batooro. Let us therefore demonstrate the values for which our people are known: dignity, respect, unity and love for our Kingdom.
I am aware that questions have been raised regarding some of the circumstances surrounding His Majesty’s time abroad and the communication around it. I wish to clarify one matter respectfully.
The information communicated to the public that His Majesty was abroad studying, and subsequently that he was well, was communicated in accordance with His Majesty’s express wishes and direction. As someone serving him, it was my responsibility to respect his wishes and protect his privacy. I did so faithfully and respectfully.
I am also confident that His Majesty acted in good faith. He was confident in his recovery and was looking forward to returning home and reuniting with his people for the 31st Empango. He did not want to cause unnecessary alarm among his people.
Other matters have also been raised. This is neither the time nor the place to debate them. They must not be allowed to create division, controversy or distract us from the enormous responsibility before us.
There will be a proper time and forum, after His Majesty has been laid to rest, to address any matters that require clarification. For now, everything else is secondary.
I therefore appeal especially to Kingdom leaders, cultural leaders, public officials, the media, commentators and everyone using social media to exercise restraint. Words spoken in moments of grief can deepen divisions that may take years to repair. Let us choose words and actions that unite the Batooro and reflect the dignity of the Kingdom.
I also appeal for privacy and respect for the Royal Family and those who were closest to His Majesty. Their grief is deeply personal, and they must be given the space to mourn without intrusion, unnecessary speculation or pressure to speak. Their privacy and dignity should be respected throughout this difficult period.
Our duty now is simple: to receive our King with honour, lay him to rest with dignity, and stand together as one people.
Future generations will remember not only that Tooro lost its King, but also how we conducted ourselves in this moment of grief. Let them remember a people who chose unity over division, service over posturing, and leadership over controversy.
Until His Majesty has been laid to rest, let us remain united and focused on giving him the peaceful and honourable farewell he deserves.
In all that we say and do, Tooro must come first.
WHY UGANDA CALLED ITS CRUDE OIL “PEARL SWEET”
In simple terms, sweet crude oil means oil with low sulfur content (usually below 0.5%).
The name comes from the old days when oil prospectors would actually taste crude oil. Low-sulfur oil tasted mild, while oil with lots of sulfur tasted and smelled terrible. So they called the first one “sweet” and the other “sour.”
Sweet crude is preferred because it is easier and cheaper to refine into petrol and diesel.
WTI and Brent are examples of sweet crude, which is one reason they are important oil-price benchmarks.
So, “sweet crude” is actually a good thing! 🛢️
OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
From the Prime Ministers Office
To all the people of Tooro & the Public,
This is to inform you that King Oyo is currently in a critical condition.
At this difficult time, we humbly ask the people of Tooro & our friends to keep His Majesty in your prayers
It is deeply disheartening to witness coordinated efforts to de-campaign a statesman of #DrOlaraOtunnu's caliber. Throughout his decades of distinguished international service, Dr. Otunnu has consistently demonstrated unmatched integrity, diplomatic ingenuity, and an unwavering commitment to global peace and human rights.
To undermine a candidate whose career has been defined by championing the most vulnerable particularly children caught in armed conflict is a disservice not only to his legacy, but to the very principles of the United Nations. At a time when the global community desperately needs visionary, people-centered leadership, resorting to petty opposition against such a qualified figure is both shortsighted and regrettable.
Experience and Integrity: Dr. Otunnu’s extensive track record speaks volumes, making attempts to diminish his candidacy completely unwarranted.
Global Impact: His pioneering work in international peacebuilding and human rights deserves respect and celebration, not partisan obstruction.
"True leadership is measured by one's dedication to humanity, a standard Dr. Otunnu has exemplified throughout his life of service."