Shivan Martha

HCP @Rotaractmild|Rotaractor @Kanosug|Media personality|Show host|proud mother|Arch youth|Proud Catholic

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

Galilee English was spoken🤣
Thank you @CarolyneBavuga for the support.

[Bavuga Carolyne @CarolyneBavuga]

@kanosug @MarthaShivan @MildmayUganda @MildmayHospital @Rotaract_garuga Well in @MarthaShivan Go shine dear one 💪🏾
KANOs to the world . Proudly associated.

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

Thank you sponsor @ClareUmutesi i am following your footsteps 🙏

[Clare Umutesi Ahebwa @ClareUmutesi]

@kanosug @MarthaShivan @MildmayUganda @MildmayHospital @Rotaract_garuga Proud of you @MarthaShivan

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

What about my sponsor @ClareUmutesi

[Rodney Rodfour @_rodneyrodfour]

@kanosug I spot @CarolyneBavuga , @MarthaShivan and @MarvlynN

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

Thank you @kanosug for always challenging us to do more,join me create lasting impact by educating Rotaractors of @Rotaract_garuga some of who are young parents and others are parents in the making.
Let’s spread love by sharing information that saves our country.

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

One of our own steps beyond KANOs tomorrow

Rtc. Nabulya Martha, Midwife at Mildmay Hospital, speaks on maternal health and the silent 1000 days that change everything

📅 Thu 9th July | 7:30PM
📍 Wilna Motel, Garuga

Come support her voice in the room
#RotaractLegacy #ServiceAboveSelf

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

Let’s create lasting impact together as we kick Polio out of Uganda
#RotaractLegacy

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

Projects just got an upgrade👏
Congrats, @MarthaShivan!

#RotaractLegacy

[Saraya Namirembe @SarayaNami]

When your dream has no job description.

This morning, my house help was leafing through my book The Hundred-Year-Old Baby when she looked up and asked, “Auntie, how many books have you written?" I paused.
"Twenty-five… or maybe twenty-six. I've honestly lost count." She laughed.
"Eeeeh! Your parents' school fees did not go to waste!"I smiled.
To her, the number of books I'd written was proof that my education had paid off. But her question reminded me of something I've experienced throughout my career.

For many people in Uganda and across much of Africa, writing has never been seen as a profession.
When I first chose this path, people couldn't understand it. "You mean you didn't want to become a doctor? An engineer? An accountant?" "Why would anyone choose to write books?"

I don't blame them. Most of us were raised to pursue careers that were familiar, respected, and financially secure. Writing sounded uncertain. It looked more like a hobby than a profession.

I remember visiting a corporate office years ago to market my books. After my presentation, one lady smiled and said, "You're better than those who sell themselves. Wamma, let me support you." She meant it as a compliment. But it also revealed something deeper. People simply didn't know where to place an author.

Today, things are changing. More African writers are telling our stories, preserving our history, shaping conversations, and building businesses around their work.

Slowly, we're beginning to appreciate that writing isn't just a passion; it's a profession with the power to educate, influence, and create opportunities.

Every career that is respected today was once misunderstood. Perhaps it's time we stopped asking young people why they chose unconventional paths, and started asking how we can support them in succeeding.

What unconventional career have you seen people underestimate, only to later realise its value? I'd love to hear your story.

[Kenneth Mugabi 🇺🇬 @kennethmugabi]

A Childhood Memory : Why I Sing About Jackfruit

One of my strongest childhood memories is about fene—jackfruit.

People often wonder why I sing about jackfruit. To many, it is just a fruit. To me, it is a symbol of home, community, and some of my earliest memories growing up.

I remember the excitement of seeing a ripe jackfruit hanging from a tree, the sweet aroma filling the air long before it was opened, and the joy of gathering around with family and friends to share it. It was never a fruit that was enjoyed alone. It brought people together.

Beyond its delicious taste and nutritional value, jackfruit carries a deeper meaning in our culture. One explanation of its local name traces it to the phrase “ffenna ensi”, meaning “the whole world” or “everyone together.” Whether folklore or linguistic history, the idea behind it is beautiful: a fruit so abundant that an entire community can gather and enjoy it.

That spirit reflects something I value deeply about Uganda. We are a people who share. We welcome. We gather. We tell stories. We eat together. We celebrate together.

Perhaps that is why jackfruit continues to appear in my music and storytelling. It reminds me of where I come from. It reminds me that some of life’s richest experiences are the simplest ones—a fruit shared under a tree, laughter among friends, and a sense of belonging.

When I sing about jackfruit, I am not only singing about a fruit.

I am singing about childhood.

I am singing about community.

I am singing about Uganda.

#IjOndarire

[Rotaract Kampala North Musical @rctmusical]

@MarthaShivan says "We need to take extra care for pregnant women and the postpartum , it is key for a mother to rest enough after giving birth..."

#Musical2theworld

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

Massive congratulations to the impact president @19StMunian, on being recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow (PHF)

Thank you for truly exemplifying Service Above Self 🥂👏

#KANOsPride | #KANOsMeetUp

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

🥂more life,good health and wealth. Thank you @kanosug for the love.

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

Happy Birthday to our amazing Malaria & Disease Prevention Chair, @MarthaShivan 🥳

Thank you for a heart for service as you spearhead our initiatives to keep our communities safe and healthy

May this new year bring you abundant joy, good health, and success in all your endeavors

#KANOsFriendshipAndLove

[Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda @SsemujjuIN]

Lukwago denied bail as expected. @mkainerugaba had said "Lukwago will be in prison for 10 years." I had no doubt in my mind that the Magistrate was waiting for the ruling to append her signature. That is why she kept on postponing the ruling from Monday morning to 2pm to within next 24 hours. The whole plot is to deny Besigye lawyers who are forceful to enable Emmanuel Baguma convict @kizzabesigye1 as quickly as Muhoozi wishes. @EriasLukwago in jail and @MarthaKarua deported.
I hope the country remembers that @KagutaMuseveni wanted the Constitution amended to stop court from granting bail. This time, even the NRM MPs refused. He vowed to find other ways. Through cadre judges and magistrates, Museveni has found the other ways. Guys our country has gone; finished!

[Faridah Nakazibwe @fsnakazibwe]

Our first stop today is St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor.

This facility is a blessing to the people of Gulu, its neighborhoods and neighboring countries like South Sudan.

Can you imagine a normal delivery here costs 7000 Ugx while the most mothers pay for a c-section is 50,000 Ugx.

Another very organized institution.

#MoreCareMoreLove
#Softcare

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

Congratulations to you @proud_mukonzo you are loved and will forever be remembered for your good work🫡

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

From living the Rotaract journey to embracing the Rotary path, @proud_mukonzo has officially ticked off his 5th Rotaract norm. Congratulations on your transition to Rotary through @rckampalanorth

May this new chapter be filled with greater opportunities to lead, serve, and inspire

#KANOsLoveAndFriendShip

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

Happy birthday to you man of class, my buddy group chair.🥂 to more life, prosperity and vibes 🥳🥳

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

Big birthday cheers to our brilliant Vocational Service Chair, @nic_mwesigwa

Thank you for championing vocational excellence and being an outstanding pillar in our club. May your June 17th be as remarkable as the impact you make! 🎂🎁

#KANOsFriendshipAndLove

[Douglas Lwanga @DouglasLwangaUg]

Can the Media Centre also serve as a central hub for advertising government job opportunities? For example, vacancies across various ministries, government departments, and agencies could be posted in one place.

Where can a graduate currently go to find all available government openings? It would be beneficial to first centralize government job advertisements so that citizens can easily access and track opportunities from a single platform.

[Shivan Martha @MarthaShivan]

Service above self📌

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

Before joining Rotary/Rotaract, it is important to consider your willingness to serve others, the time you can commit to meetings and community projects, and the financial obligations such as membership dues and event contributions.

You should also evaluate whether the club's culture, values, and activities align with your personal and professional goals. Rotary offers excellent opportunities for leadership development, networking, fellowship, and community impact, so joining should be driven by a genuine desire to make a difference while growing both personally and professionally.

Ultimately, the best Rotary/Rotaract experience comes from actively participating and embracing the spirit of "Service Above Self." 🤝🌍

#KANOsMeetUp #Rotary #Rotaract

[Geoffrey M. Kitakule @GKitakule]

📺 Big news. Bigger gratitude.

We start our Partnerships Series with a heartfelt thank you to President @KKariisa for believing in Rotary's story and giving us a home on @nbstv .

Because of you, NBS has dedicated a channel on @afromobileug , amplifying and documenting our stories.

Rotary Eyamba is now on national screens. Every club. Every impact. Every week.

#RotaryEyamba

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

As we wrap up this Rotary year, Join us for the KANOs End of Year Awards as we recognize excellence and toast to future milestones

📅 Date: Sunday, 28th June 2026
📍 Venue: Hotel Port Harbor-Kirinya
🎟️ Investment: 20K | Payments to 0759108290 (Aisha Samulaba)

#KANOsMeetUp

[Rotaract Kampala North @kanosug]

To know where we are going, we must understand where we came from
Catch PP @CarolyneBavuga tomorrow at 8:00PM EAT on Zoom as she takes us down memory lane for the "History of KANOs"

#KANOsMentorshipSeries

[Sundisi Laxmi Hakim @SundiHkm]

Namugongo: Africa's Largest Martyrs' Shrine and Uganda's Premier Faith-Based Tourism Destination

Today, on Martyrs' Day, we honor the enduring legacy of the 45 Uganda Martyrs — men of profound conviction who, between 1885 and 1887, laid down their lives at Namugongo for their faith.

From a tourism perspective, the Namugongo Martyrs Shrine attracts over half a million pilgrims and international visitors annually. The shrines stand as a powerful case study in the potential of religious and heritage tourism across the continent.

#MartyrsDay |#ReligiousTourism