Museveni on Spot as Widow of Late UPDF General Desperately Cries Out for Help

Maria Mosiku, who identifies herself as one of the widows of the late Major General James Kazini, has made an emotional appeal to President Yoweri Museveni and the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) for assistance. She says she is struggling to raise Kazini’s three children and desperately needs support to provide them with shelter and education.

Maj Gen Kazini, a high-ranking military officer, once served as the Army Commander of the UPDF. He was tragically killed in 2009 under unclear circumstances. His mistress, Lydia Draru, was later convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 14 years in prison for her involvement in his death.

Mosiku, who claims to have been one of Kazini’s wives, says life has become increasingly difficult since his passing. She is unable to afford rent and is struggling to pay school fees for the children—two boys and a girl. With no stable source of income and no support from the government or the army, she is now calling on the authorities to intervene.

Throughout his military career, Maj Gen Kazini played a significant role in Uganda’s defense operations. He is particularly remembered for leading a deadly attack in Kaya, South Sudan, where over 200 Sudanese soldiers were killed, and 150 others captured. His contributions to the country’s security efforts remain widely recognized.

Despite his service to the nation, Mosiku says she and the children have been left to suffer without any help from the government or the army. She believes that as a soldier who gave his life to protect the country, Kazini’s family should not be abandoned.

She is now pleading with President Museveni and the UPDF leadership to honor Kazini’s legacy by supporting his children. She hopes that the government will recognize the sacrifices he made and provide the necessary assistance to ensure his children have a decent upbringing, including access to education and a stable home.

Mosiku’s plea highlights the challenges faced by some widows of fallen soldiers, raising questions about the welfare and support systems in place for families of deceased military officers.