"Dad, if we could hear your voice again"

Zari Hussein with her three sons laying a wreath on the casket of their father, Ivan Ssemwanga, during a funeral service at Namirembe Cathedral in Kampala yesterday. Photo by Moses Nsubuga.

Ivan Ssemwanga's three children have paid a glowing tribute to their fallen father.

In a written message, the children said; "Dad, so many thoughts come to our mind whenever we speak of your name; it seems without you in our lives things will never be the same. We think of the good old days when we were still so little; consumed in your love, and in your smile."

"Those days are gone and no matter what we do, life will never be the same! Oh Dad, if only we could turn back the hands of time and hear your voice once more, but God called you to a better place, so peaceful and free of pain. And when we see you sleeping, we can only wish the best for you."

Ssemwanga's life

Born on December 12, 1977 in Kayunga district, Ssemwanga left for South Africa to find his footing in 2002, reportedly passing through Zambia.

After going through travel ordeals with immigration, Ssemwanga settled in Pretoria with the help of his cousin.

 
Ssemwanga was born to the late George Ssemwanga and the late Lizzy Namulondo. He is survived by three children.

His burial will take place today in Kayunga.

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