The family of Robert Bobby Kabonero released funeral plans as messages of support came from across Uganda. Bobby died Friday after spending three months in a Nairobi hospital. He was 24 years old.
Friends described the former Ministry of Foreign Affairs intern as brilliant and kind, with a bright future ahead. The family will hold a Monday evening vigil at their Kololo home on Prince Charles Drive. A service follows on Tuesday morning at All Saints Cathedral in Nakasero. Another vigil happens on Wednesday in Ibaare before the Thursday burial in Ntungamo District.
Many important Ugandans shared their grief online. Prof William Bazeyo promised to stand with the family during this hard time. Presidential advisor Hussein Kashillingi called the loss painful and sad. Media personality Gaetano Kaggwa hoped the family would find comfort in their memories of Bobby. The Kabonero family thanked everyone for their support as they prepared to say goodbye.
Friends described the former Ministry of Foreign Affairs intern as brilliant and kind, with a bright future ahead. The family will hold a Monday evening vigil at their Kololo home on Prince Charles Drive. A service follows on Tuesday morning at All Saints Cathedral in Nakasero. Another vigil happens on Wednesday in Ibaare before the Thursday burial in Ntungamo District.
Many important Ugandans shared their grief online. Prof William Bazeyo promised to stand with the family during this hard time. Presidential advisor Hussein Kashillingi called the loss painful and sad. Media personality Gaetano Kaggwa hoped the family would find comfort in their memories of Bobby. The Kabonero family thanked everyone for their support as they prepared to say goodbye.
