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What we know about Tycoon: Eria Sebunnya Bugembe aka Kasiwukira & Kwagalana Club

Jun 14, 11 7:25 PM

Mr.Eria Sebunnya Bugembe aka Kasiwukira is the deputy treasurer of the Kwagalana Club( the Rich men’s Club in Kampala). I guess he is called ‘Kasiwukila’  due to the nature of his skin. Always pale and not as fancy and fashionable as his tycoon colleagues. I went to school with him in Old Kampala primary school. A very humble and smart young man he was. He began his humble business empire by duplicating and selling music on cassette tapes which the infamous batembeyi, [streethawkers] made a killing out of. He would also burn music from the old gram phone turn table and transfer the music on tapes. He later started importing music tapes from South Korea, and other far Eastern countries, and became the first and number one distributor of cassette tapes both empty and pre-recorded music tapes before the CD’s came on the market.

His investments are in commercial and residential properties all over Kampala and in the city suburbs. His first owned building was located on Nkrumah road right above the old taxi park where he began as a renter and later as a sole owner. 

He lost his dad at a very tender age during the Idi Amin era. Some of our school mates during our year include;

  • Allan Shunabi
  • John Katto
  • Fred, Nelly and other Kaala family members
  • Pastor Michael Kyazze
  • Pastor Lincoln Kasirye -London, UK
  • Pastor John Musoke – Dallas
  • George Musoke
  • Dr. Philip Kiboneka [California?]
  • Rose Ssali [Kampala]
  •  the late Elizabeth Mangeni,
  • David Mangeni,
  • Dr. Nick Masozera [Houston, TX]
  • the late Badru Kakembo,
  • The Sseruwagi’s [ Boxing coach legend]
  • John Ssemugooma,
  •  The Faghil Monday’s
  • Liz, the late wife of Patrick Katto and many others

Unfortunately, the last time i saw his photo was in the Monitor news paper, which featured his wedding ceremony about four years ago. I must add that he bought a brand new Mercedes Benz as a personal wedding gift to his newly wedded wife and sent her to London, on a one week shopping trip! Back in our days, he was popularly known as; James Ssebunya.

In 2006, the Kikuubo Kwagalana Group met President Yoweri Museveni to negotiate for better investing conditions.

According to records from Uganda Travel website, the President assured them of the Government’s commitment to “giving them fair taxation because they qualify for incentives given to investors whose projects are worth $500,000 (about sh1b) and above”.

Over a decade later, what started as a lobby group is now an exclusive club of Kampala’s richest tycoons. The average net worth of each member is about $15m (sh30b).

Now called Kwagalana Members Club, they own businesses and real estate. They own prime buildings and land in downtown Kampala and the central business district.

A source conversant with land matters in the city said that a plot of land in the city centre goes for between $2m and $2.5m.

And a building goes for about $4m-$4.5m (between sh8b and sh9b). They live like one family. They gather in both good and bad times.

When Sudhir Ruparelia, a member of the group, lost his mother, they boarded the next plane to go and mourn with him in London. They also ran a full-page condolence message in the newspapers. The advert included a list of all their names.

If a member of the club has a social function like a wedding of a son or daughter, the club will take charge of the budget and organisation.

A few of the members went through the formal education system or are employed by the State. Their 40-member club is exclusive and no one can become a member regardless of their status.

Out of Kwagalana emerged another club, Twagalane, which comprises young ‘tycoons’, mainly sons and daughters of the Kwagalana members.

The young professionals sought the blessing of their seniors and started their own club last year. At a highly billed launch of the club, a group of 50 young professionals, launched Twagalane Club to break away from their mentors’ wings.

The launch started off on a high notch with sh55m on the club’s account within hours of its inception in July last year.

Impressed by the young professionals’ vision, Kwagalana members forked out sh2m as a token to the young professionals.

Top on the young club’s agenda is charity work and investing in real estate. All the 50 members who are mainly into business are worth $3m (about sh6b).

Who are the members of Kwagalana Club and what do they own?

Godfrey Kirumira

(club chairman)

Total worth: About $60m (sh120b).

He is an importer, dealer in general merchandise and owns several buildings in the city centre.

He is the proprietor of Kirumira Towers on William Street, Royale Complex on Market Street, BTC Building in Ndeeba, Hotel Havana and Muyenga Hotel (former International Hotel).

He is a former chairman of Express Football Club, where he was dubbed ‘Perez’ after the former Real Madrid president.

He is also the proprietor of a chain of fuel stations and private schools — Bright Future in Bwebajja and St. Mary’s Junior Nabbingo.

Kirumira is also proprietor of Royal Cash Forex, Money Point Forex, a bus company, BTC Transporters; KPI Security Company, KPI Petroleum Ltd, Premium Commodities, which deals in produce — maize and beans; and Baggery Trading Company. He’s the leading importer of bales of second-hand clothes and shoes.

Eriya Sebunya Bugembe (treasurer)

Total worth: About $25m (sh50b).

He is popularly known as ‘Kasiwukira’ after his famed Kasiwukira Studios, one of Uganda’s pioneer music production studios. Bugembe’s fortune includes Najjanankumbi-based SEB Industries, which produces tiles and pavers. He owns buildings like Nalubwama Arcade on Ben Kiwanuka Street and Temuseo Mpoza on Luwum Street. He also owns several other properties in the city suburbs.

Sudhir Ruparelia

Total worth: About $100m (sh200b).

He owns a quarter of the buildings strategically located in Kampala’s central business district.

Sudhir is the founder and chairman of the Ruparelia Group of Companies, which include banks, hotels, insurance, forex bureaus, schools and other investments.

He owns Crane Chambers on Kampala Road, City House on Luwum/William streets; Raja Chambers, Baumann House, the building housing the Police headquarters and Development House — all located on Parliamentary Avenue.

He also owns Platinum House on Market Street and Club Sway on Kampala Road. He has built a few, but most of his buildings have been acquired from people who default on loans from his moneylending services.

Sudhir’s business empire includes hotels: Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kabira Country Club, Speke Hotel on Nile Avenue and Tourist Hotel on Dastur Street.

He owns Crane Bank, Crane Forex Bureau, Meera Investments and Gold Trust Insurance Company.

He is also into agri-businesses like flower growing (Rosebud) and the education sector, running schools like Kabira International School and Kampala Parents School.

Joseph Bbosa

Total worth: About $15m (sh30b).

Based in Kikuubo, Bbosa is the main agent for Orbit, a chewing gum brand. He owns three commercial buildings in Kikuubo and owns the biggest private hostel at Nkozi University.

Joseph Yiga

(assistant treasurer)

Total worth: About $9m (sh18b).

He is a property dealer. He owns Hardware Deals House in Nakawa Industrial area. He owns several other business premises, land and real estate in the city.

Andrew Kasagga

Total worth: About $20m (sh40b).

He is a construction magnate who has bagged some of the country’s major road building and housing contracts through his Zzimwe Construction Company.

His works include the much criticised reconstruction of several Kampala roads and the refurbishment of State House, Entebbe.

Kasagga owns residential houses in affluent city suburbs, but his country home in Seeta, valued at over $1m, is said to be the most expensive in the country.

The sprawling home on a 68-acre hill has a 4km tarmac road and driveways where two trailers can park.

Epimac Kagoro Total worth: About $15m (sh30b).

He is believed to be the leading private transporter of goods in the country. He has about 50 trailers. He also owns buildings in downtown Kampala.

Haj Yusuf Matovu Total worth: About $15m (sh30b).

He is an importer and trader in tiles and sanitary hardware. He owns Youma Building on Kampala Road and about six mansions in the affluent Muyenga suburb.

Gaster Lule ‘Ntake’ (secretary)

Total worth: About $10m (sh20b).

He is the proprietor of Ntake Bakery and wheat suppliers in Nalukolongo, Masaka Road.

Lule owns Gadith Building on William Street and recently bought another prime plot in Nakasero near Centenary Bank. He has a lot of land in and outside Kampala.

Godfrey Kyeswa Total worth: About $10m (sh20b).

He imports general merchandise and owns a number of commercial buildings in downtown Kampala. He owns Gazaland Shopping Arcade on Luwum/William streets.

Other members of Kwagalana

James Bwogi Total worth: About $10m (sh20b).

Kikuubo-based general merchandise trader/importer and fuel dealer. He owns residential houses in Kololo.

Dick Kizito

Total worth: About $8m (sh16b).

Owns Kizito Towers on Luwum Street, several business premises and residential houses in affluent Ntinda, Naguru and Kansanga suburbs

Francis Kakumba

Total worth: About $7m (sh14b).

Proprietor of HAKS car bond, which he purchased from Hassan Basajjabalaba. He also owns Embassy Hotel in Kabalagala.

Viva Bukenya Total worth: About $7m (sh14b).

Agent for Hima and Bamburi cement, owns a number of hardware shops in Kampala and has a building in Ndeeba.

Medi Sebaggala Total worth: About $6m (sh12b).

He’s the proprietor of Kiyembe Lane-based Sebaggala and Sons Electronics and World of Lights on Kayunga Road in Kamwokya. He also owns a luxurious residential house in Kololo rented by the US embassy.

Mutaasa Kafeero Total worth: About $15m (sh30b).

Owns hotels Triangle on Buganda Road and another in Jinja, Mutaasa Kafeero Mall on Luwum Street and Zainabu Aziza Emporium on Wilson Road.

Robert Mulinde Total worth: About $5m (sh10b).

Imports motorcycles in Ndeeba, owns Kings View Hotel, has a building on Luwum Street and a farm in Mpigi.

Charles Kakumba Total worth: About $4.5m (sh9b).

Imports used Japanese car spare parts. He owns a commercial building in Katwe.

Tom Mugenga

Total worth: About $4m (sh8b). Proprietor of Speedy Flight.

James Bakaluba

Total worth: About $4m (sh8b).

Has huge chunks of land in Kisozi and buildings in Old Kampala and Nabugabo.

Jolly Lutaaya

One of the Kabaka’s strongmen, he owns Marvel Road Contractors, has several plots of prime land in Kampala and huge chunks in Butambala.

Tom Kitandwe Total worth: About $10m (sh20b).

He started as a wheat agent in Kikuubo. His buildings include Giant Shopping Arcade in Kikuubo, Nakasero Complex on Nakivubo Road, Mid City Arcade on Nakivubo Road and Mackay Building on Old Rashid Khamis Road near New Taxi Park.

Mansur Matovu Total worth: About $15m (sh30b).

Imports motorcycles (bodabodas) and owns several buildings: Zayi Plaza on Kiyembe Lane, Ivory Plaza and Sunset Arcade on Wilson Street.

Babirye Mugerwa Total worth: About $10m (sh20b).

Cosmetics importer from Dubai and owns buildings in city centre: Park View, Yamaha Centre, H & B Plaza.

Muwanga Kibirige (BMK) Total worth: About $20m (sh40b).

Imports automobiles and spare parts. Also a hotelier, industrialist and construction tycoon. He set out as a small- scale trader in used Japanese car spare parts and has made it to the big scale to expand his wings into other businesses.

He owns Hotel Africana on Wampewo Avenue and has several buildings in city suburbs like Katwe and Ndeeba. He produces polythene bags and runs a forex bureau.

Kizito Kabonge

He is into plumbing and hardware and owns a hardware shop in Nakasero.

Deo Kiweewa ‘Kirowoza’

He is a trader in ladies’ clothes (busuuti), based on Luwum Street, from which he has amassed wealth over the last two decades.

He’s constructing a seven-storey building below Capital Shoppers in Nakasero near the Indian temple in Kampala.

George Batte

He is a car spare parts and tyres dealer based on Ben Kiwanuka Street. He also owns a commercial building in Ndeeba, a city suburb.

The other club members are: Christopher Ssaazi, Haj Swaibu Kiyemba, Haj Badru Muwanga, Frank Ssonko, John Bagambe, Jimmy Kiwanuka, Nasur Musosi and Fenekansi Mwesigwa. They are mainly traders dealing in hardware, electronics, spare parts, real estate and general merchandise based in Kikuubo, Nakasero, Katwe and Ndeeba.

Joseph Kamugisha

USA

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Corruption is acceptable in Uganda due to bad politics

Jun 14, 11 3:24 PM

Corruption has become a widely acceptable culture in Uganda, but also on Continental Africa, due to bad politics. Every body is in it, because of what they can get out of it. Previous governments in Uganda did institutionalise it, and the NRM government has only added more bricks atop, to make it even more endemic and sophisticated. What we should be debating in my view, is the magnitude, stage and level we find our selves at today, compared to then, and how this menace must end. We already know how it has impacted on the populace. I think that we should also debate what constitutes “corruption” as understood by the ordinary and unimaginative groups.

1) For example, is it considered as corruption to pay a doctor at Mulago hospital, to secure a bed and treatment for an emergency case?
2) What would you do if you were in a life and death situation, stand your ground and refuse to corrupt the staff in order to get vital treatment, even as your patient gasps for air? Is this corruption or the order of the day?

In my view, that is a choice between “Aids and terminal cancer”, for whichever side you flip it, you’re at a loss. Over half of all Ugandans considered “all/almost all or most” officials to be corrupt, but they are kin to receive a brown envelop from them none the less. WHY? the answer lies in another question here under.

How does a civil servant that earns a mere pocket change of about 500.000/= a month, manage to rent a house of 1.2 million/=, send 3 children to expensive boarding schools, drive a nice 4×4 jeep, maintain a flock of women, ETC? “Because corruption is a culture we’ve accepted”!!! Perhaps this man recognises that corruption is detrimental, but how does he ensure a good education for his children beyond “bona-basome”?

President Museveni promotes it vigorously, but none of his grand children, friends or relatives attends classes there, why? These people also know that if some one tells you to eat food he refuses to eat himself, yet he is not allergic to it, that food must be poisoned.

That reminds me of the Japanese prime minister’s behaviour immediately after the recent Tsunami disaster there. He went in a district 200 miles away from the Fukushima nuclear plant and started eating raw vegetables in public. As he chewed on them, he continuously said, our vegetables are not contaminated by uranium from the Fukushima nuclear plant, otherwise I’d not be eating them. They are safe, so please eat them as well. Then I wondered, why didn’t he pluck the greens 20 meters away from the Fukushima plant to prove his point? That is Museveni. You can see that our civil servant mentioned is not so stupid after all.

If you come to the civil registrar of marriages offices where he works, he will milk every last penny from you, before stamping your papers. But then he must also cough out some of that illegal money to buy him self a first class degree at Makerere university, to secure him self a promotion. So you can see the loop there.

I think what we must recognise is that, corruption becomes institutionalised once governments become weak, and therefore, have to lean against hand-outs to sustain them selves in authority. That will normally happen having been in power for longer than necessary. But how do you get these dictators to adhere to the term limits if we our selves are prepared to accept five million shillings to murder the constitution?

We must also contend with the fact that, for the wheel to go full circle, this process will always trickle down to those at the periphery. This is how you end up with a poor service delivery to voters, who are them selves shareholders of corruption.

JOHN NSUBUGA

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Toro Never Benefited From Bwabiha as UPC’s vice president

Jun 14, 11 3:12 PM

UPC Vice President John Babiha did nothing for Toro. However, he became infamous for land grab, an act that he was not forgiven even after his death. His funeral was boycotted and the few, who showed up, came only to make sure he was truly dead.

When or if you go to Fort Portal, proceed to Muhoti and ask the people there. You will be shown the land that was retrieved from the Babiha grab. In Toro we believe that ”whoever is dead has paid all his debt”. Mr. John Babiha’s mistakes were forgotten the moment he died. Interesting though, when Idi Amin was toppled, Mr. John Babiha did not even try to reclaim the land he once grabbed, however, the people never forgot, until he died. As I stated, the people of Toro he once offended have put his mistakes into the dustbin of history and are moving on with their lives.

John Babiha had himself. John Babiha was a disaster in Toro. What kind of person would you be by sweeping clean your neighbor’s compound daily, but leaving your own unattended? Whatever he may be praised for anywhere else in Uganda, the fact remains that he mistreated his neighbors, in his own place of birth. That was bad. But, he is forgiven, may his soul rest in peace.

I, however, think that a Minister should serve in any capacity, irrespective of where he hails from. That act demonstrates Uganda as one nation for one people. We are all Ugandans, no matter where in Uganda you come from.

VP John Babiha (RIP) not only was he my tribesman, but also came from the same place. So, what I have stated was not what I read in a newspaper, but what I saw with my own eyes. I knew how the people talked about him soon after the fall of the UPC government and beyond. Remember that during their government, it was not possible to talk.

The Ankole -Masaka Ranching Scheme of which architects Mr. Babiha was and the gratitude of the people in that area he might have enjoyed, reminds me of what one philosopher wrote that, ”Man is the only animal whose desires increase as they are fed; the only animal that is never satisfied”.

Toro appreciates Edward Rugumayo more compared to Bwabiha. Not only was he good for Toro, but Uganda. Today, he lives among very friendly people, for he did not mistreat them under Amin, like John Babiha did under Obote.

JONNY BYARUHANGA

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Addiction interventions by ”Beam of Hope” in Mbale

Jun 14, 11 2:23 PM

BEAM OF HOPE – UGANDA

P.O. BOX 613,

MBALE.

“Promoting Quality Health and care”

 

ADDICTION is devastating disease

 

for those who suffer and people who love them

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But there is a solution-RECOVERY.

 

Adult Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment ServiceS -Ages 18 and over.

 

Beam of Hope- Uganda’s Success in alcohol and drug addiction treatment is based on the Minessota model at Hazelden with years of research and studying what works. We treat each person who comes to us with respect, while providing a safe place in which to heal.

 

Our treatment philosophy is based on the recognition that addiction is a disease and that abstinence is the best way to manage the condition. We approach treatment in a holistic way, working with mind, body and spirit as components of a healthy lifestyle. Alcohol and drug addiction treatment is delivered by a team of professionals representing many disciplines including nurses, physicians, psychologists and psychiatrists, substance abuse\addiction counselors, recreation specialists and spiritual care professionals.

 

Beam of Hope- Uganda also offers alcohol and drug treatment programs for adults.

 

People turn to Beam of Hope- Uganda when facing the diseases of addiction, so we offer:

 

  • Abstinence-based treatment programs on a residential and outpatient basis

 

  • Treatment services that treat physical health, mental health and spiritual health issues
  • Mental health services addressing issues that often accompany addiction
  • Spiritual care services delivered by professionals that respect an individual’s belief system,  and providing a safe environment for individuals  to heal
  • Innovative continuing care services providing education that strengthens the recovery journey
  • Family services/therapies providing education and practical tools that help families heal from addiction
  • Peer counselors’ training.
  • Sensitization workshops and seminars on addiction

 

 

We offer real hope for lifelong recovery through our abstinence-based addiction treatment services

HAZELDEN ADDICTION TREATMENT

 

CAGE is the most widely used test in clinical practice. The test includes four questions and takes only a few minutes.

 

  • Have you ever felt you should CUT DOWN on your drinking?

 

  • Have people ANNOYED you by criticizing your drinking?

 

  • Have you ever felt GUILTY about your drinking?

 

  • Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning as an EYE OPENER to steady your nerves or get rid of a hangover?

If you answered yes to at least two of the above questions, you are at risk of having a problem with alcohol. There are other diagnostic tools available to help you further assess  a problem with alcohol or drugs. Your physician can help you determine if a problem exists.

 

Residential care programs for adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders

 

Residential addiction rehab programs begin with a comprehensive assessment and evaluation process that continues throughout the first week of patients stay. The treatment experience is designed to provide our patients with education, therapy and peer fellowship opportunities. Our addiction treatment experience delivers these components through a variety of clinical rehab services, structured activities and interactions that, when combined, help the patient heal.

 

The BoHU addiction treatment experience includes

 

  • Individualized addiction treatment plans
  • Clinical services addressing the psychological,  medical social and spiritual aspects of alcohol and drug addiction
  • One-to- one addiction counseling and group therapy
  • Age and Gender- specific addiction treatment program
  • Integrated  mental services to treat co-occurring mental health issues
  • Lectures and other educational activities
  • Specialty groups such as relapse prevention , anger,  behavioral  disorders and family issues
  • Relaxation, exercise and recreation activities.
  • Health
  • Time for AA/NA  fellowship ,allowing for personal sharing and understanding
  • Comprehensive continuing care plans to support recovery after primary addiction rehabilitation

 

Primary treatment establishes the foundation for a person’s recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. BoHU offers post-primary care, continuing care; integrated community services and helps facilitate rehabilitation contact in client’s home community.

 

Addiction treatment at BoHU rebuilds lives

Beam of Hope- Uganda recognizes addiction to alcohol and other drugs as a chronic,

progressive, and sometimes-fatal disease. We also know it is a manageable disease.  That’s why our treatment program addresses multiple facets of addiction, and why our services and resources support lifelong recovery.

 

Our patients, mainly – men, and youth- come to BoHU from all parts of the country (Uganda), and some parts of neighboring countries like Kenya. They and their families are often overwhelmed and in crisis. Addiction treatment at BoHU helps them rebuild their lives.

 

We are a regional community based organization focused on addiction treatment and recovery support. With  years of knowledge and expertise. BoHU has unmatched experience in leading patients and families through the chaos, fear and isolation of addiction and into a new recovery. Through this program patients and families begin the path to getting well, learn new tools for living well, and establish lifelong connections for staying well.

 

THE PATIENTS TREATMENT PLAN

 

Addiction treatment begins with a comprehensive, individual plan developed by a team of  clinical counselors  who meet regularly to review and modify each patients plan as needed.

 

The patient’s treatment plan is influenced by a variety of factors. Recommended levels and types of  care are based  on the addictive substance, family history , existence of co-occurring  illnesses, gender ,physical health ,stability of home and work environments, and many other variables. Tailoring treatment in this way ensures each patient the most effective approaches and the best opportunity for recovery.

ADDICTION COUNSELING

 

At BoHU patients learn about their disease and the process of recovery through individual counseling and group sessions facilitated by an experienced addiction counselor.

 

The addiction counselor guides each patient through the treatment experience, arranging for and accessing resources as clinically appropriate. Specific issues such anger, assertiveness, behavioral disorders, gender, depression, sexual compulsivity, and other potential obstacles to lifelong recovery are also addressed

 

MENTAL HEALTH

 

At Beam of Hope- Uganda, Addiction counselors and mental health professionals work closely together from daily consultation about clients to co-facilitating group- therapy sessions. A mental health professional is designated for all patients with a co- occurring diagnosis such as depression or anxiety disorders.  Patients diagnosed with a co-occurring disorder learn how alcohol and other drug use can complicate mental health problems.

 

Individual psychological therapy is goal- directed, with the patient focusing on attitude change and skill development to reduce emotional stress and strengthen social, interpersonal, and vocational skills. Topic-focused group psychological therapy provides opportunities to share information, insights, and emotional support with other patients. Medication management, when needed, is handled on- site by our psychiatry staff.

 

 

MEDICAL CARE

 

Physical examinations are conducted during the first few days of admission while residential patients continue receiving medical and counseling services.  Licensed nursing professional staffs attend to these patients coupled with a few referrals if additional physicians, psychiatrists and emergency attention are required at other special facilities. For patients in need of detoxification from alcohol or other drugs, Beam of Hope- Uganda staff provide all round- clock care, ensuring safety and comfort.

 

ANTI-CRAVING MEDICATION

 

Anti- craving medications can play an important role in the treatment of addiction for some individuals. Our staff assesses all patients to determine whether anti- craving medications would be beneficial. When implemented, anti- craving medications are used in combination with the Beam of Hope- Uganda model of care to help patients enter recovery and stay sober.

 

SPIRITUAL HEALTH

 

Addiction affects the body, mind and spirit and spiritual care is an essential component of each patient’s treatment experience at Hazel den. A spiritual care professional helps patients understand how addiction affects the human spirit, and how recovery includes caring for ones spiritual self. Our spiritual care professionals respect the belief system of each patient. Beam of Hope- Uganda is not affiliated with any religious denomination.

 

 

WELLNESS AND RECREATION

 

Designed to help patients create balance in their lives, individual and group wellness programs focus on stress management, self- care, relaxation, and leisure activities. A variety of indoor games are available including watching movies, life skills or creative arts.

Recreation programs encourage patients to better care of themselves physically. Clients are encouraged to exercise for it improves physical and mental health, self- image, and, self-esteem, and it is a natural way to reduce stress..

 

 

BoHU helps families and friends affected by addiction rebuild their lives

 

Families feel the pain of addiction, too. The family program at BoHU is designed to promote the well- being of those who live with or care about a person with addiction.

 

HEALING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

 

Through Beam of Hope- Uganda’s one-day- program-three times in 90-days, participants learn they can’t control their loved ones, but they can take responsibility for their own health and happiness.

 

The stress of living with addiction can have physical, social, and spiritual consequences. Families of alcoholics and addicts often feel confused, frustrated, angry, and helpless. The family and parent program at our treatment centres in Mbale, help to alleviate confusion and anxiety and promote healing by identifying how addiction affects families and what family members can do to take care of themselves. (Participants do not need to have a family member at Beam of Hope- Uganda in order to enroll in the family program).

 

 

NETWORKING AND COLLABORATION FOR QUALITY CARE

 

In addition to collaborating with colleagues through interdisciplinary teams assigned to individual patients, Beam of Hope- Uganda clinical staffs have immediate access to OTHER TREATMENT Institutes and Service organizations, access electronic media on patient systems and data management, allowing for further, system- wide consultation as needed top benefit patient care.

 

EXPANDING AWARENESS

 

As a major contributing national expert on issues related to addiction, and recovery, Beam of Hope- Uganda plays a critical role in helping local and national policymakers as well as the general public to  understand this devastating but treatable disease. The major goal is to become   leading partner in addiction treatment services delivery.

 

THE REACH OF HOPE

 

Addiction is an equal opportunity disease. It reaches across age, race, gender, and socioeconomic status. An estimated 1.8 million Ugandans are dependant on or abuse alcohol and / or other drugs. As a community based organization, BoHU’s efforts are focused on helping more people find and sustain lifelong recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. In addition to providing primary care addiction treatment services to nearly 200 men, and youth each year, the reach of BoHU is evidenced in the following numbers

 

Each year

 

  1. More than 200, people have made a phone call or visited Beam of Hope- Uganda for information

 

  1. The general Public accesses BoHU printed materials (4000 Fliers and brochures), AA /NA materials and other reading materials.

 

  1. More than 100 emails received requiring information on addiction treatment

 

  1. More than 6,000 individuals attend BoHU events, workshops, and presentations

 

CONTACT :

BEAM OF HOPE – UGANDA,

P.O BOX 613,

MBALE, UGANDA.

+256 753 836068; +256 751 659750,

Beamofhope.hope@gmail.com.

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