The nation is in mourning following the passing of Joseph Tamale Mirundi, the former presidential press secretary, who passed away on Tuesday night at Kisubi Hospital in Kampala.
Mirundi's death has sent shockwaves through the country, with tributes pouring in from all corners.
In honor of his memory, the State House has released the funeral program, which outlines a series of events leading up to his burial on Sunday, August 18th, in Kalisizo, Rakai District.
The funeral program begins with a vigil and mass at the Zana residence on Wednesday, August 14th, followed by a requiem mass at St. Gyaviira Catholic Church in Bunamwaya on Thursday, August 15th. The body will then be taken to various residences for overnight vigils, allowing friends, family, and colleagues to pay their respects.
On Saturday, August 17th, the body will be transported to Kalagala Village in Kalisizo, Rakai District, for a final vigil before the burial ceremony on Sunday, August 18th, starting at 10:00 am.
Faruk Kirunda, the Deputy Press Secretary to the President, released the funeral program, inviting everyone to join in celebrating the life of Tamale Mirundi.
The statement from Faruk Kirunda, released on his X handle, reads:
FUNERAL PROGRAM FOR THE BURIAL OF MR. JOSEPH TAMALE MIRUNDI
Wednesday, 14th August 2024
Vigil and Mass at Zana Residence
Thursday, 15th August
Requiem Mass at St. Gyaviira Catholic Church, Bunamwaya, at 10:00 am. The body will then be taken to Zana Residence for an overnight vigil.
Friday, 16th August
The body will be taken to Kyengera Residence for a Mass at 10:00 am and an overnight vigil.
Saturday, 17th August
The body leaves for Kalagala Village in Kalisizo, Rakai District, for a vigil.
Sunday, 18th August
The burial ceremony will start at 10:00 am at Kalagala Village, Kalisizo, in Rakai District.