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“The Rotary Wheel” THE ROTARY CLUB OF KAMPALA - CLUB NO. 17287 Theme 2014- 2015 “Light Up Rotary” Rotary Foundation Month Vol. 4 Issue 18, 6th November, 2014 Since May 20th 1957, District 9211, R.I Zone 20A RCKLA Rotary Club of Kampala Web: www.rotarykampala.org President’s Message Fellow Rotarians, Rotaractors and As we looked on, I couldn’t help but wonder about friends of Rotary, the countless other people who have been knocked down by reckless drivers, or who have been involved Welcome to November, the in serious accidents but never get the right attention month in which we emphasize in time, and they end up dying from something that giving to the Rotary Foundation could have been solved. This young man was lucky because when you give to The to have been in Kampala and was able to access a Rotary Foundation, you support hospital almost immediately, but what about all those Rotary’s work across the world along Jinja Road, Masaka-MbararaHighway, Gulu and help ensure our future, and Highway, and others? Every day we get horrifying our children’s future. stories of how people are taken into roadside clin- ics or run-down hospitalsalong these highways, but As the charitable arm of Rotary, because these health centres do not even have the the Foundation taps into a global basic equipment likex-ray machines, or even com- network of Rotarians who invest petent attendantsthe injured end up dying miserable their time, money, and expertise and painful deaths. into Rotary’s priorities, while Foun- dation grants empower Rotarians It is scenarios like this that reaffirm our intention to to approach challenges such as build a hospital in Mukono, a place we all know has poverty, illiteracy, and malnutri- had its fair share of catastrophes of all sorts. Imagine tion with sustainable solutions that the number of lives that will be rescued once that leave a lasting impact. hospital is up and running; the mothers who will not have to die giving birth, the children who will be At the local level, the need for saved from treatable diseases, and the nursing stu- this spirit of giving is demon- dents and doctors who will acquire invaluable skills to strated almost on a daily basis. contribute to their Nation! On Tuesday this week, I led a del- egation of Rotarians to Nakasero This my dear brothers and sisters is our motivation. Hospital to congratulate Rtn. Ste- This is our« raison d’être »;the reason we get up in the phen Semuga on the addition of mornings; to bring change to this world through our twins to his and our Rotary family. vocation and our service to Rotary. What is your mo- While we were in the hospital tivation? Why don’t you join hands with us and work lobby waiting, a lady came rush- with us in bringing this project to fruition my friend? ing in, wailing and shouting for Together, we can change the world by lighting up help because her son had been Rotary. knocked down by a bodaboda cyclist and was unconscious. The young man was immediately rushed into the emergency ward to be attended to. 1 NAMUZIGA Buddy Group in charge of Fellowship: The Object of Rotary PP KARUHANGA - Leader: Rtn. Phiona Barungi Call Fellowship to order The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster Hosting of both National & RI flags: the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enter- National Anthem prise and in particular to encourage and foster: Grace: Rtn. Mutaawe Robert Loyal toast: Rtn. Kasiita Herbert First: 4 Way Test: Rtn. Prof. Emmanuel Tumusiime The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service Object of Rotary: Rtn. James Ssebugenyi Mukasa Apologies: Second: Ambassadorial Reports: High ethical standards in business and professions, Guest Speaker: Mr. Simon Peter Kasyate the recognition of the worthiness of all useful Topic: The issue of Image and the basic decorum of how occupations and the dignifying of each Rotarian’s one should present themselves-if they must be taken seriously occupation as an opportunity to serve society. Vote of Thanks: Rtn. Edward Kaddumukasa Sergeant at Arms: Rtn. Shem Nnaggenda Third: Club Song: The application of the ideal of service in each Final Toast: Rtn. Tugume James Rotarian’s personal, busines and community life. Welcoming Guests and Registration: Rtn. Doris Mitti Kimuli, Rtn. Kwesiga Ida May Fourth: The advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace through Club Anthem a world fellowship of business and professional We the Rotary Club of Kampala persons united in the ideal of service Let us join our hands The 4 way test And raise one banner together 1. Is it the truth? We shall all reach our goals 2. Is it fair to all concerned? We pay homage to our cultures 3. Will it build goodwill and better friendship? Thoughts,deeds, unite us all 4. Will it be benefitial to all concerned? let us ever toil in unity The Grace Gracious Lord, We thank you For what we have recieved and are about to recieve, may God make us truly thankful and Composed by ever mindful of the needs of others. PP James Galabuzi Mukasa Amen. Club President: Secretary: Club Treasurer: David Kasingwire Nakayima Flavia Miiro Rosemary Mutyabule Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Tel: 0793 327 147 Tel: 0772 506 386 Tel: 0757 515 290 NAMUZIGA 2 Below is an update on the status cash collected from members as at 27 October, 2014. Out of the Ushs. 200 million we set out to collect in August, 2014 when we launched the Mukono Hospital project, Ushs. 100, 638,400/= (50.3%) has been collected in cash. We are looking for the balance of Ushs. 99,361,600/= (49.7%). Please make your pledge to the Treasurer of Buddy group leader. ROTARY CLUB OFMUKONO KAMPALA DONATES BOOK TO MAKERERE UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL ROTARY HOSPITAL PROJECT LAUNCH OF ROTARY CLUB OF KAMPALA HOSPITAL PROJECT PROGRAM TIME ACTIVITY ACTION 8.00am- 5.00pm Health Medical outreach Rotarians and medical workers on ground 12.00-2pm Lunch All members present 1.00pm Invited guests arrive 2.00pm Guest of Honor arrives 2.00pm-2.15pm Guest of honor tours the clinics 2.15pm Guests assemble in the tent 2.15-2.20pm National Anthem 2.20-2.25pm Buganda Anthem 2.25-2.28pm Rotary OurSong Rotary Hopsital project THEN SPEECHES 2.30pm-2.35 LC 1 Chairman Speech 2.35pm-2.40pm Project coordinator Rtn Gabriel Hatega 2.40-2.45pm Land donor Rtn Kassede Mukasa 2.45-2.50pm President 2.50pm-2.55pm LC IV Chairman 2.55pm-3pm Guest of honor speaks and launches 3.20pm-5pm Guests leave at leisure and medical outreach continues. SERVICES TO BE OFFERED. Eye Clinic, ENT, Cancer Screening, Blood donation, HIV Testing and counseling, Dental clinic, General clinic, OurImmunization Rotary and Hopsital Family Planning. project NOW 3 NAMUZIGA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ About the Guest Speaker Prior to his appointment at Eskom Mr. Simon Peter Kasyate Uganda Limited-an electricity generation company- Simon worked as Press and Information officer at the European Union Delegation in Kampala. He also boasts of experience as a private communications and PR consultant and trainer. Aside his fulltime employment with Eskom Uganda Limited, Simon is still active in mainstream media as a host and moderator for Morning@NTV and Desert Island Discs on 91.3 Capital FM. Simon also writes a weekly column on male grooming in the Friday edition of The Observer newspaper. With an illustrious career in multimedia journalism spanning 15 years, Simon has previously worked for the top private media in the country in various capacities; with major local and international awards to his belt. The most prestigious so far being the CNN Africa journalist of the year Award 2004, A seasoned Public relations practitioner, Radio. Simon holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences and a Master of Art in Simon is blissfully married and blessed International Relations and Diplomacy with 3 adorable children - so far! from Makerere University. BUDDY GROUP IN CHARGE OF NEXT FELLOWSHIP 13th November, 2014 Buddy Group name LEADER PP SERUGO DIANA N. KIBUUKA RTN Gimara Francis RTN Sheena Ntege RTN Alice Namuli RTN Samantha Mwesigye REGISTRATION AT THE COUNTRY RTN John Walugembe ROTARY OFFICE RTN Phenny Birungi FEE: USD 325 RTN Stephen Musisi NAMUZIGA 4 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Remarks from the tion of poverty. Buddy Group Leader The Rotary Foundation helps fund our humanitarian activities, from local service projects to global initiatives. Your club or district can apply for grants from the Foun- dation to invest in projects and provide scholarships. The Foundation also takes the lead on worldwide Rotary campaigns such as the “End Polio Campaign”. The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. Strong financial oversight, a stellar charity rating, and a unique funding model mean that we make the very most of your contribu- tion. Give and become a part of Rotary’s life-changing work! Here, I would like to add my voice to that of our President, and thank all those who have contributed towards our Hospital Dear Rotarians, this month is a Rotary Project. I am encouraging and reminding Foundation month therefore, let’s come those who have not thought about con- together and light up Rotary. tributing please do so, because it is critical and essential. The greatest part of Rotary involvement is individuals who give their time, talent I also would like to remind you dear Rotar- and energy to advance Rotary ideals.