Burial Arrangements Released for Late Kalangala MP Helen Nakimuli

The official burial arrangements for the late Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Helen Nakimuli, have been released, detailing a four-day program of national, local, and party tributes before her final interment.

The National Unity Platform (NUP) legislator, who tragically passed away following an unsuccessful surgical procedure, will be laid to rest on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in Luwero District.

The comprehensive four-day program is structured to allow her constituents in the island district, her colleagues in Parliament, and her party members to pay their final respects.

The Official Four-Day Funeral Program:

Monday, April 20, 2026: The Journey to Kalangala

• Commencement of Rites: The official farewell begins with the cortege departing for Kalangala. The procession will travel via Nakiwogo in Entebbe.

• Ferry Departure: The ferry carrying the late MP’s body is scheduled to depart Nakiwogo at exactly 14:00 HRS.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026: Local Government Honors

• District Tribute: The body will arrive in Kalangala, where the fallen legislator will receive Local Government Honors.

• Public Viewing: A special District Council Session will be held, followed by a public viewing, allowing her constituents to mourn and celebrate her dedicated service to the island communities.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026: National and Party Tributes

• Parliamentary Tribute: The body will be returned to Kampala and will lie in state at the Parliament of Uganda, where fellow legislators will hold a special session to pay their tributes.

• NUP Honors: Following the parliamentary session, the cortege will proceed to the National Unity Platform (NUP) Headquarters for formal party honors.

• Evening Vigil: A vigil will be held later that evening at the family residence in Namungoona.

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Thursday, April 23, 2026: Final Farewell and Interment

• Requiem Mass: The final day will commence with a Requiem Service held at the Namungoona Orthodox Church.

• Interment: Following the mass, the cortege will make its final journey to Luwero District, where Hon. Helen Nakimuli will be laid to rest.

The released schedule reflects the significant impact the late MP had across multiple spheres—from the grassroots of Kalangala to the national political stage. Security and traffic guidelines for the various venues, particularly around Parliament and Namungoona, are expected to be communicated by authorities in due course.