Joseph Mbazzi Muguluma's Blog

Drawing on more than 35 years in civil engineering, I argue that Uganda's road failures are driven not only by corruption but also by unrealistic Bills of Quantities, flawed engineering specifications, and chronic underfunding that set contractors up to fail.

Most people fight over what’s on the plate while others quietly secure the kitchen and the garden. A reflection on ownership, legacy, trust, and why long-term thinking always beats short-term gains.

Character is the true foundation of every successful partnership. Trust is the deposit, your word is the collateral, and integrity is the only currency that compounds over time.

The Dr. Muganga saga is bigger than one man. It has exposed unresolved questions about citizenship, belonging, and national identity. Instead of fueling tribal divisions, Uganda should invest in serious academic and public conversations about what it means to be one people in a modern nation.

Uganda needs a Filial Responsibility Law to make caring for elderly parents a legal duty. A call to Parliament to protect elders from neglect and abandonment.

From America to Zambia, history shows that migrants have built nations, driven innovation, and strengthened communities. So why are we turning on our own? A reflection on identity, contribution, and the dangers of tribal politics.

Spain didn't win because of one superstar—they won because they played as a team. This opinion piece argues that modern football is losing its soul to celebrity culture, politics, and commercial interests, while Spain reminded the world what the beautiful game should look like.

Has Brazil really lost its football magic? This opinion piece argues that Joga Bonito wasn't destroyed—it was exported. From early player transfers to failing football structures, here's why the world's greatest football culture no longer dominates the global game.

France and Spain are more than football rivals—they represent two distinct philosophies of the beautiful game. A personal reflection on culture, travel, and why Les Bleus still have my loyalty.

Being a Bestman is more than wearing a suit or standing beside the groom on his wedding day. It's a lifelong covenant of presence, accountability, and brotherhood—one that too many of us have forgotten.

Why do I wear white every day? The answer isn't fashion—it's philosophy. Inspired by the Oracles of Kifuuta and the wisdom of Omubulizi, this is a reflection on joy, humility, gratitude, and living each day with purpose before the sun sets.

You never truly know the strength of a relationship until the money is gone. Wealth attracts many, but hardship reveals who is willing to stand beside you, rebuild with you, and remain loyal when life takes an unexpected turn.

Makerere University's iconic reputation must be matched by the dignity of its basic facilities. This personal reflection argues that clean toilets are not a luxury but a measure of discipline, leadership, and respect for students.

Buying a finished house can hide costly structural defects beneath beautiful finishes. Here's why supervision, proper engineering, and independent inspections matter before you spend your money.

The tongue can bless or destroy, but luck often determines when opportunity arrives. This reflection explores the relationship between words, faith, family blessings, and the mysterious force that opens—or closes—the doors of life.