Maj. Gen. Mugisha Muntu, a respected Ugandan politician and former army commander, has been married to Julia Kakonge Muntu for over three decades. Their enduring relationship is built on a foundation of mutual respect, love, and unwavering support for each other.
Mugisha Muntu and Julia Kakonge first met in the late 1980s through mutual friends during Muntu’s time in the National Resistance Army (NRA). Their shared values of service, humility, and faith drew them closer together.
Julia, the daughter of John Kakonge, a former Minister of Agriculture in Milton Obote’s first government, hailed from a prominent political family, making her a perfect match for Muntu, whose life was already steeped in public service.
The couple married in 1992 in a modest yet heartfelt ceremony attended by close family, friends, and Muntu’s colleagues in the military.
Over the years, they have built a strong family, balancing the demands of Muntu’s political career and military service with a private and close-knit family life.
Julia and Mugisha Muntu have two children: Ankunda Muntu, born in 1993, and Bukama Muntu, born in 1996.
Despite Muntu’s high-profile public life, the family has remained tight-knit, with a focus on quality family time.
Julia is widely recognized as a pillar of strength for her husband, providing unwavering support both in his political and personal pursuits.
While much of Julia’s professional life remains private, she is celebrated for her role as a devoted wife and mother.
Her quiet yet steadfast contributions behind the scenes have played a vital role in enabling Muntu to serve the nation effectively.
