21/08/2026
EMMA'S SUCCESS STORY: FROM THE STREETS TO THE UPDF
Four years ago, we met Emma, born in 2004 to a mentally ill woman who is believed to have come from Kenya and ended up on the streets of Kapchorwa. It is believed that while on the streets, she was r***d and gave birth to Emma.
A good Samaritan picked her up and took her home, but unfortunately her presence caused domestic violence and nearly tore the family apart. The poor woman was rejected and forced to return to the streets with her child.
*Elgon Radio through Big Roger stepped in.* We launched a campaign to trace the woman's roots. With contributions from well-wishers and support from a media house, we facilitated a journey to Kenya. A well-wisher from Kapchorwa volunteered to accompany the mother and her child. They crossed the border, followed every lead, but sadly no one could identify the lady because her mental condition prevented her from speaking for herself.
With no option, they returned to Uganda. Rejected again, Emma was forced back to the streets.
Elgon Radio intervened once more to rescue Emma. We approached Hon. Chenonges William, who generously agreed to adopt him.
Hon. William laid a foundation for him:
- Took him to a primary school in Kween.
- After completing P.7, enrolled him in a hands-on skills program at the Industrial Hub- And in the just-concluded UPDF Recruitment, Emma is among the successful recruits!
His mother is currently being taken care of by a well-wisher in Kween.
A big thank you to Emma's destiny helpers
- Hon. Chenonges William*
- Elgon Radio & Big Roger*
- And all the well-wishers who picked him up out of goodwill.
- STREET CHILD TURNS A UPDF SOLDIER*
Truly from grass to Grace
