Former Busiro South MP Matovu's burial set for Sunday
The death of Matovu, who served as Member of Parliament for Busiro South in the last Parliament, comes at a time when the High Court in Entebbe had commenced the hearing of a petition in which he challenged the election of National Resistance Movement (NRM) Kenan Opio.
On Saturday, October 24, there will be a requiem mass at St. Bruno Sserunkuma Catholic Church, Kasenge. The vigil will be at the family home in Kungu-Lutale along Nakawuka Road.
KAMPALA - Former Busiro South MP Charles Matovu passed away at Mulago National Referral Hospital after battling high blood pressure and cardiovascular complications.
Matovu of the National Unit Platform (NUP) died at the age of 41 years after being rushed from Rubaga Hospital to Mulago National Referral for specialised treatment.
David Lewis Rubongoya, the NUP Secretary General, who visited the legislator at Mulago on Thursday, announced the passing of the former legislator.
The death of Matovu, who served as Member of Parliament for Busiro South in the last Parliament, comes at a time when the High Court in Entebbe had commenced the hearing of a petition in which he challenged the election of National Resistance Movement (NRM) Kenan Opio.
His family said his health declined after losing the race.
According to the tentative program released by NUP states the party will hold a special session on Friday at Makerere Kavule headquarters where members will salute him for his contribution to thecountry.
Burial is set for Sunday at Kungu-Lutale.
Tributes
Thomas Tayebwa, the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, said, “It is very sad to learn of the death of our brother Matovu, former MP for Busiro South. Matovu represented his people with vigour and utmost dedication in the 11th Parliament.
He was a member of the Parliamentary football team, where his tremendous contribution led us to dominate the East African Parliamentary games. My condolences go out to his family, the people of Busiro South, and the country at large. May he rest in eternal peace.”
John Baptist Nambeshe, the acting NUP President, said, “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Matovu. During my tenure as Chief Opposition Whip, I found Matovu to be a committed legislator who consistently seized every opportunity to represent the interests of his constituents and contribute to the broader struggle for a new Uganda.
His dedication to parliamentary duty and his commitment to the people he represented will be remembered. He understood the importance of using his voice and position to advance the concerns of ordinary Ugandans.”
Zambaali Bulasio Mukasa, the Nansana Municipality MP, said, “He was more than a legislator; he was a committed NUP comrade, a dedicated footballer who proudly represented our parliamentary team, and a brother in the struggle for a better Uganda.”
Moses Hassim Magogo, Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) President and MP representing Budiope East, said, “Just received the devastating news of the passing of my best friend, Matovu.
We became the best of friends in the 11th Parliament, and our friendship continued to his death. We patrolled the 3-man Parliamentary Football Club midfield together with Mohammed Nsereko and conquered East Africa. It was a privilege to play alongside the dancing midfielder. I must accept 2026 has been my toughest year in all my life.”
According to the tentative program released by the party, the deceased's remains will on Friday be brought to the NUP headquarters where members will salute him for his great contribution towards the cause for a better country.
On Saturday, October 24, there will be a requiem mass at St. Bruno Sserunkuma Catholic Church, Kasenge. They will then hold a vigil at his home in Kungu-Lutale along Nakawuka Road.
On Sunday, the deceased will be laid to rest at Kungu-Lutale.