Martha Ahumuza Murari died mysteriously at Mezzo Noir nightclub in Kampala last Wednesday night. She lived just 23 years. Her mom, Barbara, had flown to Dubai when this tragedy happened. Fortunately, Barbara traveled with Martha's aunts, Saphra and Ruth Kagonyera, who kept her safe and helped her return home after learning about her daughter's sudden death.
During Friday's vigil, Aunt Phionah Kagonyera remembered Martha's generous nature. She explained that Martha befriended everyone and planned to fund a family outing. When asked if her salary could cover the expense, Martha replied that she would use what they invested in her education to treat them all. Phionah called Martha sweet and central to their family life.
Barbara phoned Phionah from Dubai after receiving the terrible news, begging her to check the hospital right away. Phionah discovered four missed calls, and her heart sank completely. At the hospital, she entered the ICU many times but couldn't call Barbara back because words failed her. Medical staff tried everything possible to save Martha.
Saphra served as Martha's godparent and helped raise her alongside Barbara. She described how Barbara feared for Martha's safety and bought her a car after initially allowing taxis and motorcycle taxis for university transportation. Barbara insisted Saphra join her Dubai trip despite Saphra saying she had placed orders and couldn't afford it - Barbara even paid her airfare.
Doctors later announced Martha's brain had permanently shut down. Barbara collapsed upon hearing this news. Ruth and Saphra struggled to revive her. They created a clever plan with hospital staff back in Kampala, instructing them to report improvements in Martha's condition during phone calls. This helped Barbara regain temporary strength.
They kept Barbara's phone away until landing at Entebbe Airport. As soon as she saw the waiting crowd, Barbara instantly knew her daughter had died. Saphra believes divine intervention brought them together on that trip. She mentioned they might face two funerals if Barbara traveled alone. Martha will be buried at her ancestral home in Mbarara district this Sunday.
During Friday's vigil, Aunt Phionah Kagonyera remembered Martha's generous nature. She explained that Martha befriended everyone and planned to fund a family outing. When asked if her salary could cover the expense, Martha replied that she would use what they invested in her education to treat them all. Phionah called Martha sweet and central to their family life.
Barbara phoned Phionah from Dubai after receiving the terrible news, begging her to check the hospital right away. Phionah discovered four missed calls, and her heart sank completely. At the hospital, she entered the ICU many times but couldn't call Barbara back because words failed her. Medical staff tried everything possible to save Martha.
Saphra served as Martha's godparent and helped raise her alongside Barbara. She described how Barbara feared for Martha's safety and bought her a car after initially allowing taxis and motorcycle taxis for university transportation. Barbara insisted Saphra join her Dubai trip despite Saphra saying she had placed orders and couldn't afford it - Barbara even paid her airfare.
Doctors later announced Martha's brain had permanently shut down. Barbara collapsed upon hearing this news. Ruth and Saphra struggled to revive her. They created a clever plan with hospital staff back in Kampala, instructing them to report improvements in Martha's condition during phone calls. This helped Barbara regain temporary strength.
They kept Barbara's phone away until landing at Entebbe Airport. As soon as she saw the waiting crowd, Barbara instantly knew her daughter had died. Saphra believes divine intervention brought them together on that trip. She mentioned they might face two funerals if Barbara traveled alone. Martha will be buried at her ancestral home in Mbarara district this Sunday.
