By Frank Kamuntu
It’s a sorrowful moment for the Victoria University staff, students and the entire community following the death of the University Council Chairman, Canon Joram Kahenano.
Kahenano a fellow of the Uganda Institute of Bankers and a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers has held various director positions in various institutions including in the Bank of Uganda where he worked for 36 years.Â
He has in addition served on various Boards including Uganda Institute of Bankers, Victoria University, Makerere University, Mengo Hospital, Church of Uganda and Uganda Christian University and he has been a trustee of Uganda Small Scale Industries.
In his message, Dr Muganga described the deceased as a pillar of strength and wisdom for the university community.
”Dear all, it is with a heavy heart that I share the sad news of the passing of our esteemed Chairman of the Council, Mr. Joram Kahenano, who left us earlier today. Mr. Kahenano was not only a visionary leader but also a pillar of strength and wisdom for our university community,” said Muganga adding;
”His unwavering dedication to Victoria University, his profound contributions to our growth, and his passionate commitment to our mission will forever be etched in our hearts. The warmth and guidance he provided have left an indelible mark on each of us. In this time of sorrow, let us come together as a family to honor his memory and provide support to one another.Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this profoundly difficult time.”
According to the burial program released by the University, there was an official vigil on Sunday at 5pm in Mbuya Ismael road plot 101, then funeral service has been held today 7am at All Saints Cathedral Kampala.
The University further says that the burial will be conducted on Tuesday 8th 11am at Kyamugorani CoU in Mbarara along the bypass.
May His Soul Rest In Peace!.Â
