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Rukungiri District Women’s Chairperson, Jolly Masheija, emphasized the importance of marriage in building strong families and combating domestic violence during the wedding ceremony of John and Peninah Tukamuboona in Shumba Village, Bwanga Parish, Nyarushanje Sub County.
Masheija has been actively educating women in her sub-county, starting from her own village, on strategies to address domestic violence. She highlighted a significant contrast between families with married couples and those without, urging men to formalize their unions with their partners. According to Masheija, formalizing marriages provides recognition and stability within families and communities, reducing the likelihood of domestic violence.
She stressed that many cases of domestic violence occur in non-marital unions, where wives often feel unsupported and hesitant to seek help from support groups like the Mothers’ Union.
Alice Tumwebaze, the Mothers’ Union leader in Bwanga Archdeaconry, encouraged women to fulfill their roles within their families, suggesting that by appreciating their husbands, they contribute to marital happiness and stability. Tumwebaze also urged women to actively participate in organizations like the Mothers’ Union to gain insights into strengthening their families spiritually and emotionally.
The wedding ceremony was officiated by Ven James Tumusiime, the Archdeacon of Bwanga Archdeaconry, and was attended by various dignitaries, including Hon Naboth Namanya, the Rubabo County legislator.
The newlyweds expressed gratitude to Jolly Masheija for her efforts in promoting family education and preventing domestic violence, acknowledging the support of other leaders such as Mathias Rwabugumi, the Nyarushanje District Councilor.
