Before the service, Musisi’s colleagues accorded him a guard of honour in recognition of his mentorship and parental guidance to many journalists who passed through his hands during his more than 40-year career in the media industry.
Hundreds of mourners have today, Thursday February 19, 2026 gathered at Maseke Village in Nkokonjeru Town Council, Buikwe District, to pay their final respects to veteran journalist, Mike-Musisi Musoke, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 66.
The burial service was held at Mt. Lebanon Church in Mukono and led by Pr. Samuel Lwandasa. Mourners included journalists from various media houses, both active and retired, as well as friends, religious leaders, political figures and family members.
Before the service, Musisi’s colleagues accorded him a guard of honour in recognition of his mentorship and parental guidance to many journalists who passed through his hands during his more than 40-year career in the media industry.
Musisi received journalism training in Uganda before furthering his studies in Russia, a qualification colleagues often cited as a testament to his professionalism and dedication. Joshua Kisawuzi, a former Mukono-based reporter with Radio Simba and NTV who later joined the NGO sector, described Musisi as a lifelong mentor.
“Musisi told us that after his training in Uganda, he went to Russia for further studies in journalism. We are bidding farewell to a highly trained and dedicated professional,” Kisawuzi said. “He welcomed every journalist and always wished others well. He was never selfish and was always ready to share his skills.”
Saul Waigoro, the Communications Officer at the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), said Musisi and other senior journalists warmly received and mentored him after he graduated in 2001.
“Musisi was exceptional at finding news angles. While many of us struggled to frame our stories, he would easily guide you toward a stronger and more unique perspective,” Waigoro said.
Daniel Mwesigwa of NTV recalled working with Musisi from the early days of New Vision, when journalists relied on typewriters and film cameras. He also praised Musisi’s personal transformation later in life, noting that his Christian faith as a Born-Again was reflected in his actions rather than words.
Henry Nsubuga, a correspondent with New Vision, described Musisi as a craftsman of language.
“His rich English vocabulary and polished writing style were his signature. Many young reporters in Mukono credit him for patiently correcting their scripts and challenging them to pursue excellence,” Nsubuga said.
Mukono Municipality Member of Parliament, Betty Nambooze Bakireke, testified that Musisi trained her in journalism. Together, they co-founded the Mukono Journalists Association, sharing office space and working to expose corruption and highlight issues of public interest in the district.
“We did not only publish public relations stories. We uncovered the rot in the district, even when it did not please some public officials,” Nambooze said.
Family members described Musisi as a loving husband and father. His wife, Janepher Musisi, and their children praised him for his dedication to his family.
Dr. Christopher Samuel Mayanja, Deputy Vice Chancellor of Ndejje University and a family elder, commended Mt. Lebanon Church for its spiritual impact on Musisi’s life.
Robert Maseruka, Mukono South MP-elect, expressed concern that despite the efforts of journalists like Musisi to expose wrongdoing, ill intentions still persist in society. He cited irregularities in recent general elections as an example.
Margaret Lwandasa, wife of Pr. Samuel Lwandasa, said Musisi’s journalism sought not to destroy communities but to heal and build them. Pr. Lwandasa added that Musisi used his reporting skills to promote peace.
Government representatives, including the Assistant Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Buvuma, Moses Buule, and the Deputy RDC for Kassanda, also praised Musisi for his contribution to journalism and community development.
For over 40 years, Musisi’s career spanned some of Uganda’s most prominent media houses. He worked with Uganda Television (UTV), New Vision, WBS Television, Daily Monitor, Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC), and Radio One. In his later years, he continued doing what he loved most — reporting — with Kyaggwe TV, a Mukono-based social media platform.
A resident of Nakabago Cell in Mukono Central Division, Musisi fell ill last Wednesday and was admitted to Mukono Church of Uganda Hospital, where he was diagnosed with high blood pressure and diabetes. Although he was discharged on Friday after responding to treatment, his condition worsened on Tuesday. He passed away as his family prepared to return him to hospital.
Musisi is survived by eight children — three boys and five girls. He was laid to rest on Thursday at Maseke Village in Nkokonjeru Town Council.
