Dr Kiggundu death investigations have intensified after the well-known gynaecologist and fertility expert was found dead in a Kitende guest house. Born on September 16, 1977, Dr John Spire Kiggundu led the Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Uganda and ran Henrob Hospital in Zana. His death came hours after he was reported missing.
CCTV Footage Reveals Crucial Clues in Dr Kiggundu Death
Detectives at the Kampala Metropolitan Region have reviewed CCTV footage showing a young woman entering Dr Kiggundu’s room at 5:47 PM. She spent around an hour inside. Notably, she left with a bag that she hadn’t carried in initially, according to the footage. Police are using this lead to identify her and determine the nature of her involvement.
Police spokesperson Kituma Rusoke confirmed that the force has launched a formal death inquiry. Furthermore, a postmortem will establish the cause of death. Authorities emphasized their commitment to transparency and urged the public to avoid spreading speculation or falsehoods.
Tributes Pour in While Clarifying Dr Kiggundu Death Rumors
Dr Kiggundu’s impact on Uganda’s medical field was profound. He built Henrob Hospital from a one-room clinic in 2003, naming it after his sons Henry and Robert. Patients and peers widely praised his dedication and compassion.
His brother, Dr Jim Spire Ssentongo, a respected Makerere University academic, shared a heartfelt tribute via X (formerly Twitter). He emphasized that the cause of death was a heart attack, confirmed by a credible postmortem. Additionally, he refuted misleading claims—Dr Kiggundu was not shot, kidnapped, or involved in political dealings with Buganda’s Prime Minister.
Dr Ssentongo urged the public to focus on truth and dignity. “He received no treatment for himself, despite offering so much to others,” he mourned.
Final Send-Off and Continuing Investigation Into Dr Kiggundu Death
The funeral program began with a requiem Mass at St. Joseph’s Lweza Parish. A vigil followed at his Zana home. Today, his body travels to Butozi–Masaka for burial. Family, friends, and colleagues will gather to bid farewell to a man many considered a pioneer in reproductive health.
Police investigators continue to review surveillance footage and conduct interviews. They hope to identify the unknown woman and trace Dr Kiggundu’s final movements. Authorities stressed the need for public cooperation and accurate information.
This tragic incident has renewed concerns over guest house safety and surveillance effectiveness in Uganda. It also highlights the need for digital monitoring and early emergency response in sensitive health and security matters.
For further visual reporting, you can watch this YouTube tribute video. Relatedly, you may be interested in the story of a Kampala private security guard who shot two supervisors, or the ongoing Uganda Police land dispute court case in Lira.
