Obituary

Born in 1945, Ssebagala to Katula Ssenoga Edward (Omugenzi), Nalongo Nakungu Sarah, he answered the call to defend his country with unyielding resolve. On January 1, 1963, at a tender age, he stepped into the military during a time of great uncertainty. Through valor and humility, he rose steadily through the ranks, earning not just promotions but the respect and admiration of all who served under and beside him.

He wasn’t loud—he didn’t need to be. His presence alone was commanding. A quiet force of calm, strategy, and strength, he inspired generations of officers with his steady leadership and his unwavering belief in national duty over personal gain. To walk in his footsteps was to feel the heartbeat of discipline.

 

His retirement In 2018 was not the end of a journey, but the beginning of a legacy. Uganda saluted not only a soldier but a statesman of spirit and soul, whose dedication helped secure peace and shape the destiny of a nation.

MILESTONES

• 1st Jan 1963 joins army
• Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in Lubiri e Mengo
• Promoted to rank of Colonel in Mbarara
• Promoted to Brigadier in Singo
• Promoted to Major General in Nakasongola

  Family Life

Maj. Gen. Ssebagala was more than a commanding officer—he was a loving father, a guiding brother, and a proud son. His family, the Bamulekawa, stand today as his living legacy, each one bearing the strength, grace, and wisdom he poured into them.

 

Spouses: Maria Kayondo, Florence Namakula, Sarah Namakula, 

Daughters: Nangendo Judy, Nabaggala Juliet, Ndagire Suzan, Nabaggala Evelyn, Nakaweesa Barbra, Nakku Monica, Nakigozi Nalubwama Joanita, Nalumansi Belinda Juliana, Ndagire Suzan (again), Nanteza Milly 

Sons: Katula Daudi, Lubwama Edward, Kisitu Arthur, Capt. Ssempala Francis Apollo, Walusimbi Joseph, Ssebaggala Joram, Kigozi Joel, Ssebaggala Daniel, Col. C.K. Ssebaggala, Eng. Ssebaggala Kisitu Andrew Prosper, Capt. Walusimbi Ssebaggala Ronald, Lt. Col. Lawrence Ssebaggala, Pte. Ssensozi Patrick, Maj. (Rtd) B.K. Mpagi .

 

A Farewell Echoing Across the Land

As the sun sets over barracks and battlefields he once walked, Uganda bows its head—not merely in grief, but in gratitude. Tributes flood in from every corner of the country, voices trembling with sorrow, whispering a phrase that binds a people in shared memory:
“RIP General Ssebagala.”

Colonel Ssebagala