This archive report was first published on 13 December 2019.
December 13, 2019, marked a special day for the family of Ivan Ssemwanga, as his eldest son Pinto took to social media to celebrate his father's birthday and legacy.
Ivan Ssemwanga, a Ugandan businessman and philanthropist, passed away in 2012 after suffering a cardiac arrest in South Africa. He was rushed to Steve Biko Hospital in Pretoria, where he was admitted to the ICU before his demise.
Although Ivan Ssemwanga had split up with his ex-wife Zari Hassan, he was the primary caregiver and guardian of their children, including Pinto.
Pinto's social media post was a heartfelt tribute to his father's memory, keeping his legacy alive.
