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EMMANUEL KATONGOLE: A jolly-good fellow with a big heart for humanity Mr Emmanuel Katongole, a Rotarian for over 24 years has been at the centre of several charitable causes in Uganda. He was this April appointed by President Museveni to chair a 15-(wo)man committee- to oversee and spearhead fundraising efforts to support government’s fight of the deadly Coronavirus. As at May 17th 2020 the Katongole committee had mobilised up to UGX15 billion in cash and UGX13 billion worth of in-kind donations that include: 59 vehicles valued at UGX6.14 billion, as well as foodstuffs, medical equipment and others valued at UGXUGX6.86 billion- altogether UGX 28 billion.
Emmanuel Katongole is a many things, among them- a businessman, a Rotarian, philanthropist and opinion leader. He has used his business acumen and networks for the good of the community especially Uganda’s vulnerable people.