Uganda, Jan. 18 -- A politician with a rare character and quality, and dedicated to the service of humanity are some of the words that depict the personality of the deceased Dokolo Woman Member of Parliament, Cecilia Atim Ogwal.

The 77-year-old politician, businesswoman and management consultant died due to a cancer-related illness at a hospital in India on January 18, 2024.

The deceased's brother Alfred Opio confirmed that Ogwal passed away from India where she had gone for a review of the illness she was suffering from.

Mr Geoffrey Ocen, Amolatar LC5 chairman, observed that the people of Uganda, especially the Lango sub-region, had been immensely blessed to have Ogwal whose dedicated service transformed the lives of many people.

"He...