Workers mourn death of Bro Stephen Abima, transport union leader
According to close friends, Abima had appeared to be in good health in the days prior to his passing. He reportedly collapsed unexpectedly on Friday and was rushed to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The workers’ fraternity across Uganda is mourning the sudden death of Bro Stephen Abima, the General Secretary of the Amalgamated Transport and General Workers Union (ATGWU), who passed away on Friday.
Reports indicate that Abima, who was also a candidate for the Workers Member of Parliament seat in the upcoming elections, died on Friday morning at St Francis Hospital Nsambya.
According to close friends, Abima had appeared to be in good health in the days prior to his passing. He reportedly collapsed unexpectedly on Friday and was rushed to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The exact cause of his death has not yet been established.
Union members and labour sector stakeholders have described his passing as a major blow to the workers’ movement, praising his dedication to improving labour rights and welfare across the country.
