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Controversy as Family, Community Oppose Cremation of Celebrated Journalist Shaka Ssali

bigeyeadmin5By bigeyeadmin5April 9, 2025
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Relatives and friends of the late Shaka Ssali, the internationally acclaimed Ugandan journalist affectionately known as the “Kabale Kid,” have expressed disappointment over the decision to cremate his remains—a move they say contradicts their cultural norms.

Shaka Ssali, renowned for his professionalism and sharp analytical mind, is scheduled to be cremated tomorrow in Alexandria, Virginia, USA.

The ceremony will be a private affair attended by a few close friends and relatives. However, this plan has sparked concern and sadness within the Bakiga community, to which Ssali belonged.

In Bakiga tradition, death is followed by communal mourning and culturally significant burial rites. Cremation is seen as an alien concept, and many in the community are struggling to come to terms with it.

“We are ashamed to tell our people that there will be no burial service as is customary. We find ourselves saying they should keep waiting, for the decision to cremate has left us in a state of confusion,” said Mr. Alex Musherure, the clan head, who spoke with visible emotion and frustration over the departure from tradition.

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Ms. Hellen Mushakamba, a younger sister of the late journalist, acknowledged that no traditional burial preparations were in place. However, she shared that the family is working closely with Uganda’s former Prime Minister, Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda, to organize a memorial service.

“We have not planned for any burial arrangements yet, but I am in contact with Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda for the anticipated burial arrangements which will be announced at an appropriate time,” she stated.

*Excerpt from Daily Monitor*

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