A Battle Against Cancer That Seemed Lost
When 47-year-old Rose Namakula was diagnosed with stage 3 esophageal cancer, doctors at Nsambya Hospital and the Uganda Cancer Institute warned that her condition was critical.
Her health deteriorated rapidly — she could neither eat nor swallow saliva, and her frail body wasted away.
> “She couldn’t take in anything. The doctors suggested inserting a feeding tube,” her son recalled.
“At that point, we had lost all hope. We even prepared for her burial.”
For months, Namakula underwent radiotherapy and chemotherapy, but the treatments brought little relief.
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Turning to Faith Amid Despair
When medical options seemed exhausted, her son persuaded her to visit Holy City Entebbe, a faith-based ministry led by Bro. Ronnie Makabai.
According to Namakula, during a prayer session, she felt something shift inside her throat. Moments later, she could drink water freely — for the first time in months.
> “It felt unreal. For the first time in months, I could drink and breathe freely,” she said.
Her family says she regained her strength within days and was soon able to walk again. When she returned to the Uganda Cancer Institute for follow-up scans, doctors reportedly found no trace of the disease.
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Medical Community Urges Caution
While Namakula’s story has inspired many, medical experts urge caution and emphasize the need for verified evidence in such cases.
> “Medicine doesn’t have all the answers,” said a doctor familiar with her case, speaking on condition of anonymity. “Spontaneous remission in cancer is extremely rare — but it can happen.”
Dr. Miriam Akello, an oncologist based in Kampala, highlighted the importance of balancing faith with science.
> “Faith plays a crucial role in emotional resilience,” she noted. “But patients should continue seeking professional medical care even as they pray.”
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A Message of Hope and Renewed Faith
At Holy City Entebbe, Namakula’s recovery has been celebrated as a testimony of divine healing. The ministry maintains that all prayers are offered free of charge.
> “We have seen God heal what the world calls incurable,” said Bro. Ronnie Makabai, the lead pastor. “Miracles are still happening today. Let the world know that Jesus is Lord.”
Today, Namakula lives cancer-free — a transformation that continues to inspire awe among her family, doctors, and community.
> “I believe God gave me another chance at life,” she said. “My message to everyone fighting illness is simple — don’t give up.”
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Faith, Science, and the Mystery of Healing
Whether viewed as a medical mystery or a miracle of faith, Namakula’s story has sparked conversations in Uganda about the intersection of spirituality and healthcare.
For now, she continues to live her second chance at life — grateful, healthy, and full of hope.