20 Facts about me - Part 2

In keeping with the #UgBlog challenge, here are the second set of 10 facts about me –


11.                        I am a Mwirian

S-N-A-R-L.

I studied at Busoga College Mwiri and I have never regretted it. It was while at Mwiri (whose logo is the Leopard and hence the SNARL), that I honed my passion for God and leadership. I also made some of my best friends there. Men (and women who either visited us or got to know us) who have continued to have such a positive impact on me to date. Mwiri taught me that all men are born equal and (just like Rotary shows) regardless of your status in life, we are all part of this amazing journey called life. I have met exemplary leaders and givers in and because of Mwiri. I remain a very proud alumnus of the school.

12.                        Friends are special to me

Yes. I love making new friends. There is a special joy that comes with that. Talking to and discovering nuances never known before. I boast of having a number of friends but I have lost a few along the way. I am however learning that they are always more to make. I still have a few childhood friends including one who I met today after almost three decades. I have been blessed with amazing friends around me. Some are givers, others are encouragers. Some are protectors and others are protected. Some have opened up doors for me to achieve greatness and others have helped me survive storms I would never have managed on my own. I treasure them and I mourn those who have either passed on or disappeared. 

13.                         Animals are special to me 

I have a soft spot for the fauna of this world. Be it in the wild as well as in our homes. No need to mention the types. This doesn’t mean all of them are that attractive. In my early years, I thought I would be a veterinary doctor. Today I am settled for those I can visit, those that run away when they see me, those that I can keep, and those that occasionally grace my dinner plate.

14.                        I teach, practice and consult in Law

The law plays a special part in society. I belong to that crop of professional that thinks it is the most important. However, COVID 19 shows that there are more essential services than ours, or did they get it wrong? There is a court case waiting to be heard soon. We hope it will classify us as essential service providers. It is clear that in this season, many people need our services as reports of torture by some security personnel who are implementing the Presidential Directives are very disturbing.  That said, I am conducting online classes for my law students and the consulting has not ended – including –sadly- a divorce petition. 

15.                        Mentorship

Under the theme, Manhood Versus Maleness, I often conduct mentorship classes for primarily the boy child (red the male student at the University), although the ladies have since convinced us to include them in these discussions. We are planning an online one soon

16.                        Dressing

Whereas COVID 19 has allowed us to grow our beards and hair, I love dressing up well. This might have something to do with my profession but I am inspired by others as well

17.                        I am a Rotarian

Philanthropy is my passion and I have found a vehicle through which this can be done. Rotary International.  The mission of Rotary is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders. I belong to the Rotary Club of Kampala North and have served as its Youth Services Director. I will, starting this July serves as Director for Membership (which will focus on retaining, caring, and growing our membership). There are also other angles like the Y.O.L.O (You Only Live Once) Missional Community of my local church as well as the Uganda Christian Lawyers Fraternity

18.                        I am a poet

For such a long time, I have written and compiled poetry. There is something special about it. I hope to release my Anthology soon. Look out for it. Cheers. 

19.                        I love adventure and travel 

Yes. I love discovering new places and visiting old cities. Museums also have a special place in my heart since I am a historian. The Museum in Dar es Salaam is very rich. It was quite a surprise when I visited it. We must treasure our own stuff and boast about them. Nonetheless, I would love to visit Israel and Egypt with my family and friends one day. Saving up.

20.                        I love to read, write and blog

From my early childhood, I was very fascinated with the written word. I read many books and have slowly grown my own treasured collection.