Namayingo: In a shocking report from Namayingo district local government, an enumerator of the Uganda Bereau of Statistics (UBOS) has lost her life while carrying out the numeration exercise. Annet Tibiwa, who was serving in Mutumba sub county, was declared dead Sunday, May 12, 2024.
Reports show that Tibiwa collapsed while carrying out her duties in the field yesterday (Saturday) in Bumeru C village, Buchimo Parish in Mutumba sub county. She was rushed to Shalom Medical Centre at 05:30 PM, where she was admitted.
Despite efforts to stabilize her condition, her health deteriorated, and she tragically breathed her life on Sunday afternoon, according Mr Martin Mangeni, the Namayingo district Census officer.
“We are deeply saddened to announce the untimely passing of Annet Tibiwa, census enumerator, who was serving in Mutumba sub county, Namayingo District,” wtites Mr Mangeni in a press statement on Sunday.
The body was handed over to the deceased’s parents in Mulombi C in Mutumba sub county.
Friends say that Tibiwa was a committed, hardworking enumerator and passionate about her role in the Namayingo District Census 2024. Her commitment to ensuring accurate data collection and her passion for serving the community were evident to all who had the privilege of working alongside her.
“We extend our deepest condolences to Ms Tibiwa’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. May her soul rest in eternal peace,” he said.
