13-Year-Old Builds House With Savings

His mother Rodha Nakirigya is hopeful that her son will continue to be the light and breadwinner of the family. "He has been working since we came nine years ago to settle here. Although the journey seemed tough, my son seemed ready to persevere since he had no father to cater for his needs," she says.

Hard work: Nicholas Luwuge at the entrance to his house in Kalangala. Photo by

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