It is because of daddy that I ...

Jun 18, 2010

Women who have had a close relationship with their fathers claim they learnt a lot from them. <b>Rehema Aanyu</b> asked readers how their fathers influenced the paths they have taken in life

Women who have had a close relationship with their fathers claim they learnt a lot from them. Rehema Aanyu asked readers how their fathers influenced the paths they have taken in life

Have travelled widely
My dad is a retired pilot who always told us to travel and see the world. Because of this, I have travelled widely and have seen different cultures and met different people.
Crystal Newman,
Radio Presenter


Pursued my dream
My father supported me through school, paying my tuition and encouraging me. I love doing social work. My dad believed in my dream and he has seen me realise it.
Monica Tumwebaze, Front Desk Manager

Joined politics
My father was a teacher and he used to coach me after school. He slaughtered a cock for me every end of school term when I was among the best three students. Even after university when I chose to pursue a career in politics, he supported me. My father is my hero.
Betty Amongi Ongom,
Woman MP, Apac district


Am disciplined
I communicate well with others because he taught me that. I never heard him shout at anyone, he is polite. I learnt this and it has enabled me do my job well and make many friends.
Faridah Namukasa,
Urban Planner


Advocate for girls
Although my father came from a community that did not educate girls, he took me to school. We shared a passion. I loved and excelled at maths and so did he. In memory of my late father, I advocate the rights of girls. I also educate them.
Betty Aol,
Woman MP, Gulu district


I’m focused
I do not allow myself to be idle. Right from childhood, he always involved me in something. It was inexcusable to be idle. He said an idle mind is the devil’s workshop. So I keep myself busy doing something productive.
Nehma Tushabe,
Beautician


Became an accountant
He is an accountant, who loved his work and I admired him. He also helped me a lot in my studies. I recall him helping me with mathematics. It is because of him that I am a successful accountant.
Allen Nandawula

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