The Woman Member of Parliament for Kalangala District, Hellen Nakimuli, has passed away following an unsuccessful surgery, according to reports and statements from political leaders.

Nakimuli, who represented Kalangala District in Parliament, was a member of the National Unity Platform and served as the Shadow Minister for Information. Her sudden death has sent shockwaves across the political divide, with leaders and supporters mourning her passing.

Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among confirmed the news through her official X account, expressing deep sorrow over the loss.
“Honourable colleagues, it is with great sorrow that I announce the passing of our esteemed colleague, the Woman Member of Parliament for Kalangala and Shadow Minister for Information, Hon. Hellen Nakimuli. Words are insufficient to convey the shock we are experiencing at this moment, and we pray that the Lord Almighty sustains her family, friends, and all of us during this challenging time,” Among posted.

Nakimuli was widely respected for her dedication to public service, youth empowerment, and her involvement in sports, particularly volleyball. She was regarded as a passionate voice for the people of Kalangala and an energetic advocate for development in the island district.

Her death comes as a great loss to Parliament, the people of Kalangala, and the opposition fraternity. Tributes from fellow legislators, political leaders, and members of the public continued to pour in as news of her passing spread.

By press time, official details regarding the surgery, hospital, and burial arrangements had not yet been released.