Ugandan singer Phina Masanyalaze is grieving the loss of her mother, Mrs. Annet Kiwanuka, who passed away on Thursday.
Family members, relatives, friends, and well-wishers have come together to support the singer and her loved ones during this difficult time, as preparations continue to honor the life of the late Mrs. Kiwanuka. A vigil is currently being held at Kawala, where mourners have been gathering to pay their respects, offer condolences, and stand with the bereaved family.
Funeral arrangements have also been announced ahead of the requiem Mass and burial scheduled for the weekend.
Family and Friends Gather in Kawala
Following the passing of Mrs. Annet Kiwanuka, loved ones assembled in Kawala on Friday, July 10, where a vigil is being held in her memory.
Throughout the day, mourners have continued to visit the family, offering prayers, comfort, and messages of sympathy as they remember her life.
The gathering has provided an opportunity for relatives, friends, and members of the community to stand in solidarity with Phina Masanyalaze and her family as they navigate this period of grief.
Requiem Mass Scheduled at Rubaga Cathedral
The family has announced that a requiem Mass for the late Mrs. Kiwanuka will be held at Rubaga Cathedral on Saturday, July 11, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Following the church service, mourners will travel to Jimbo Nsubule, where another vigil is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m.
The arrangements are expected to bring together family members, friends, and well-wishers for continued prayers and remembrance ahead of the burial.
Burial Set for Sunday
According to the announced funeral program, Mrs. Annet Kiwanuka will be laid to rest on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in Jimbo Nsubule.
The burial ceremony is expected to begin at 2:00 p.m.
Family members are expected to gather alongside relatives, friends, and members of the community to bid their final farewell during the service.
The burial will mark the conclusion of the official funeral arrangements shared by the family.
An Outpouring of Support
The passing of a parent is among life’s most profound losses, and moments like these often draw family, friends, and communities together in support of those left behind.
As funeral preparations continue, loved ones have been gathering to comfort Phina Masanyalaze and her family while celebrating the life of Mrs. Annet Kiwanuka.
The vigils and memorial services offer an opportunity for those whose lives she touched to pay their respects and share in remembering her legacy.
Human Angle
Behind the public announcement is a family mourning the loss of a beloved mother. For Phina Masanyalaze, the coming days will be filled with remembrance, prayer, and the support of relatives, friends, and well-wishers who have gathered to stand beside her during this difficult chapter.
The Pop Radar extends its sincere condolences to Phina Masanyalaze, her family, and all who knew Mrs. Annet Kiwanuka. May her memory be a source of comfort, and may she rest in eternal peace.