A public dispute between Kampala University founder, Prof. Badru Kateregga, and his wife, Jolly Shubaiha Kateregga, has taken center stage online and offline, drawing widespread attention as serious accusations continue to unfold.
The couple’s domestic issues, once private, have now turned into a full-blown public saga, with both sides trading allegations. Social media has been flooded with reactions as Ugandans weigh in on the dramatic revelations.
“Is this how my skull used to look like?” he asked, pointing to scars on his head. “My skull had no injuries—see how it looks now.”
But Prof. Kateregga strongly rejected that claim, stating, “How can someone say I have failed to take care of my children? These children go to an international school. A child in primary two pays 20,000 US dollars in fees.”
Another point of contention is property ownership. Prof. Kateregga alleges that his wife is attempting to claim ownership of assets he says he acquired long before their marriage. He referenced a house in Buziga, which he claims he bought in 1993 while serving as Uganda’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia.
One of the most contested issues is the ownership of Kampala University, a leading private institution in Uganda founded by Prof. Kateregga. According to him, his wife is falsely claiming a stake in the university, which he firmly denies.
“She says we acquired things together, but she wasn’t there. Kampala University is 26 years old. If she’s 35 now, how could she have been part of it?” he asked.
Reflecting on his experience, he cautioned other men to be careful in relationships, warning that love can sometimes cloud judgment. “Men fall into traps because of love. Many don’t see it coming.”
In response to the growing public concern over the case, Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has reportedly called on police to investigate and intervene.
As the situation unfolds, many Ugandans are closely following the case, with the hope that justice and truth will prevail.
