The Ugandan media and sports fraternity are mourning the loss of Cedric Ndilima Babu, the esteemed President of the Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) and a renowned media personality and sports administrator. Cedric Babu passed away just two days after a desperate fight for his life following a severe heart failure.
Cedric’s health struggles began while on a trip in Kigali, Rwanda, where he suddenly collapsed due to critical heart complications. His condition quickly deteriorated, necessitating an emergency airlift to Nairobi, Kenya. There, he was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital, where doctors put him on life support as he battled severe heart failure.
Medical experts determined that Cedric required an urgent heart transplant, a procedure not available locally and only possible abroad. In response, a fundraising campaign was launched to raise approximately UGX 1.5 billion (£300,000) to cover the medical evacuation to London and the associated costs of the operation. The news of his condition sparked widespread concern and support from fans, colleagues, and the broader Ugandan community.
Tragically, despite the efforts and prayers, Cedric Ndilima Babu succumbed to his illness. His passing is a significant loss to the Ugandan media landscape and sports community, where he was known for his dedication, leadership, and passion.
Tributes have poured in from across the nation, honoring Cedric’s contributions to media and sports administration. His legacy will remain a source of inspiration for many aspiring media practitioners and sports enthusiasts.
The family, friends, and colleagues of Cedric Babu have asked for privacy during this difficult time as they mourn the loss of a remarkable individual who gave so much to his country.
