• About
  • Contact
Friday, May 9, 2025
  • Login
No Result
View All Result
NEWSLETTER
Now Then Digital
23 °c
Kampala
22 ° Fri
23 ° Sat
23 ° Sun
22 ° Mon
  • HOME
  • NEWS
  • POLITICS
  • BUSINESS
  • TECH
  • ENTERTAINMENT
  • LIFESTYLE
  • TIPS & ADVICE
  • HOME
  • NEWS
  • POLITICS
  • BUSINESS
  • TECH
  • ENTERTAINMENT
  • LIFESTYLE
  • TIPS & ADVICE
No Result
View All Result
Now Then Digital
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT
Home News

Author of ‘State of Blood’ and Former Minister Henry Kyemba Dies

Now Then Digital by Now Then Digital
October 19, 2023
in News, Uganda
Reading Time: 1 min read
1 0
A A
0
Kyemba
0
SHARES
20
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Kampala, Uganda | NOW THEN DIGITAL — Henry Kyemba, a former minister in the Idi Amin government and well-known author of “State of Blood: The Inside Story of Idi Amin,” has passed away. He reportedly died on the morning of October 19, 2023. However, specific details about the cause of his death and the location remain unknown.

According to Mr. Christopher Katagwa, his nephew, Kyemba passed away on Wednesday evening in Namugongo, a suburb of Kampala City, where he had been residing under the care of his eldest daughter, Ms. Susan Kyemba. Mr. Katagwa explained that Kyemba had been dealing with a long-standing diabetic problem, which had been his primary health concern, and he had recently experienced a significant decline in his health.

Henry Kyemba’s book, “State of Blood: The Inside Story of Idi Amin,” offers a firsthand account of his experiences as the Minister of Health in Uganda during President Idi Amin’s brutal regime, which spanned from 1971 to 1979. The book delves into the atrocities and human rights abuses committed by Amin’s government, serving as a crucial historical document that provides insights into a dark period in Uganda’s history.

Born in 1939, Kyemba went into exile in 1977, two years before Idi Amin was overthrown. He returned to Uganda in 1986 following the ascendancy of the National Resistance Army, led by President Yoweri Museveni, which marked the end of Dr. Apollo Milton Obote’s rule.

Throughout his life, Kyemba held various significant positions, including Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Culture (1972), Minister of Health during Idi Amin’s regime, Principal Private Secretary to President Milton Obote, and State Minister for Animal Husbandry during the early years of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) regime.

Youmight also like

Ugandan Army Chief Muhoozi Admits Detaining Bobi Wine Bodyguard

Eddie Mutwe Held by Military, Uganda’s Top General Muhoozi Confirms

May 3, 2025
Starlink Eyes East African Expansion with Potential Uganda Launch

Uganda Eyes Satellite Internet Boost as President Museveni Meets Starlink Team

April 29, 2025
Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo shines with record-breaking marathon debut in London

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo shines with record-breaking marathon debut in London

April 28, 2025
Uganda: Latest Ebola outbreak officially over, says health ministry

Uganda: Latest Ebola outbreak officially over, says health ministry

April 26, 2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tgq0NmbONSw

ADVERTISEMENT
Source: Now Then Digital
ADVERTISEMENT
Now Then Digital

Now Then Digital

Now Then Digital offers breaking news and opinion articles, giving you a unique opportunity to see what goes on behind the scenes in Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and elsewhere.

Recommended For You

Ugandan Army Chief Muhoozi Admits Detaining Bobi Wine Bodyguard
Politics

Eddie Mutwe Held by Military, Uganda’s Top General Muhoozi Confirms

by Wafula Steven
May 3, 2025
Starlink Eyes East African Expansion with Potential Uganda Launch
News

Uganda Eyes Satellite Internet Boost as President Museveni Meets Starlink Team

by Wafula Steven
April 29, 2025
Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo shines with record-breaking marathon debut in London
Sports

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo shines with record-breaking marathon debut in London

by Now Then Digital
April 28, 2025
Uganda: Latest Ebola outbreak officially over, says health ministry
Health

Uganda: Latest Ebola outbreak officially over, says health ministry

by Wafula Steven
April 26, 2025
ADVERTISEMENT

Related Articles

shein return policy

Shein Return Policy Explained: A Complete Walkthrough for Seamless Returns

3 years ago
Apollo Nyegamehe Dies in Tragic Road Accident

Renowned Ugandan Businessman Apollo Nyegamehe Dies in Tragic Road Accident

2 years ago
MultiChoice Kenya at the 6th Annual Kuza Broadcasting Awards 2023

GOtv Kenya and DStv Kenya Triumph at the 6th Annual Kuza Broadcasting Awards 2023

2 years ago

Popular News

  • Anna Maria von Stockhausen Accused Victim of Superstition

    Who Was Anna Maria von Stockhausen: A Victim of Witch-Hunts in the 18th Century

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • From Stenographer to Viral Sensation: The Story of Debra Bollman and Her Daughter Sophia’s Rise to Fame

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • BRICS Group Expands: Six New Member Nations Welcomed

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Symptoms and Treatment of Pernicious Anemia Tongue

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Key Tips to Identify Fake X Accounts Amid Growing Misinformation

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0

Connect With Us

Join our Newsletter

Who We Are

Now Then Digital | Breaking News from Uganda & Africa

Latest headlines from Uganda, Africa & the world. Explore politics, entertainment, sports, finance & more on Now Then Digital.

Sign Up For Our Newsletter

Now On Pinterest

Uganda Cranes Coach Milutin Micho Sredojevic Sacked

Milutin Micho Sredojevic Sacked as Uganda Cranes Coach

soy bean oil

5 Health Benefits of Soybean Oil

From Our Partners

  • Editorial Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Corrections Policy
  • Fact-Checking Policy
  • DMCA Policy

© 2025 Now Then Digital - Breaking News from Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria & South Africa.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Entertainment
    • Movies
    • Music
    • Sports
  • Lifestyle
    • Fashion
    • Travel
    • Tech
  • Health
  • Food

© 2025 Now Then Digital - Breaking News from Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria & South Africa.

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.