#mindspark Sometime in late 1997 or early ’98, my brother returned to the village from Kampala and told us of a door that opens itself for you as you approach. We were all up in arms. “Those are lies. It is impossible. You mean there is magic in Kampala doors.” We refuted. Two years later, when I got the opportunity to travel to the city, I asked my brother: “Take me to that door that opens itself for people.” Lo and behold, he took me to the doors that indeed saw me coming and opened for me. Lesson: Lack of…
Amaliz Shop – the accidental business lady
Where do you go when you want to gift your child a dress or shoe for a comfy and great feeling? You guessed right, at Amaliz Children’s shop. Next time you are in Ntinda, at Capital shoppers, check out Amaliz at shop 34 on the first floor, just above Bata shoe shop. Like all great things in life, Amaliz is a hidden gem. But no one ever fails to find what they put their mind to. The Amaliz clothes shop is themed red and white interior colour design. You will be able to find the stylish shoe or dress or…
You have set a record for failing this exam
I remember these words said to me circa 1991 as if it was yesterday. I had failed technical school admission exams. My grandpa, seeing I was distraught said: “I know only of Makerere University. It’s where the best go.” The rest as they say is history. I went to Makerere University. And my Grandpa was right. It is where the best go. But after going there, I learned about other places like reputable foreign universities, etc. But the lessons from the streets whether in Kampala or Mbarara or London or Bangkok streets, are timeless. Once in a while, get out…
How I survived a kidnap during an investigation assignment
Investigations are always exciting when you find a lead. You want to find out more and more. Around 2012, I was almost kidnapped at Nakumatti parking at Oasis Mall. I was following up on an investigation lead. People came in a Prado. As I approached to talk to the driver, a man opened a passenger door and started pulling me inside. A CID detective on my team pulled a pistol on the suspect. His alertness was able to save me for yet another day. I have handled so many forensic and fraud investigations. It’s so engaging to connect one dot…
Enjoy the moment today
When TV came to my house. I forgot how to read books. When the car came to my doorstep, I forgot how to walk. When I got the mobile in my hand, I forgot how to write letters. When the computer came to my house, I forgot the spelling When the AC came to my house, I stopped going under the tree for cool breeze. When I stayed in the city, I forgot the smell of mud. By dealing with banks and cards, I forgot the value of money. With the smell of perfume, I forgot the fragrance of fresh…
Of the Car Number Plate Thieves Who Leave a Mobile Number Behind
Bang. Bang. I woke up suddenly to two loud noises in succession. Time check, 1:45 am 15th May 2022. Very terrible hour. This time we were at our village home in Munteme, Kikuube district. When you suddenly jump out of deep sleep, you behave like a zombie in the first two minutes, as the mind tries to process what could be happening. However, after our ordeal at our Kampala home, when the thieves visited in the dead of the night, on 10th May 2022, we are learning to stay alert. The luxury of deep sleep is slowly being taken away.…
