Kampala — Newly appointed Ugandan Minister of State for Gender, Labour and Social Development (Employment and Industrial Relations), Hon. Simon Mulongo, has been publicly accused of child neglect by a Kenyan woman, Lillian Kamundi.
Kamundi made the allegations in a Facebook post on or around June 3, 2026, where she identified Mulongo (also referred to as Simon Mulongo Watende) as the father of her son.
She described him as a "deadbeat father" who has allegedly provided no support—financial or otherwise—for approximately eight years.
Key AllegationsAccording to Kamundi, she and Mulongo were in a relationship about seven to eight years ago while she was studying at a university in Kampala, Uganda.
The relationship resulted in the birth of a baby boy. She claims Mulongo asked her to name the child Nambafu Wafumbo Mulongo (or a similar variation incorporating his names).Kamundi alleges that Mulongo has since failed to take any responsibility for the child. In her post, she expressed deep frustration, stating there had been "8 years without a word, or an M-Pesa towards his son's child support." She also indicated a desire to connect with Mulongo's family and friends so that her son, who "carries his DNA," could be known to them.
She provided a Kenyan phone number (+254 711 552 988) for anyone who knows him to reach her.
She further stated that she is considering seeking legal redress through the courts if the matter is not resolved amicably.
Background on Simon Mulongo Simon:
Mulongo is a Ugandan politician, financial advisor, and former Member of Parliament for Bubulo County East in Manafwa District (Bugisu sub-region). He was recently appointed to the ministerial position in President Yoweri Museveni's cabinet in late May/early June 2026. He has previously served in other roles, including as Uganda's envoy to Somalia.
Response and Next StepsEfforts to obtain a response from Hon. Simon Mulongo or his representatives were not immediately successful as of the latest available information. The story remains developing, with potential for further public statements, legal action, or comments from the minister's side.Notes on corrections made to the original draft:Nationality/Position: Clarified that Mulongo is a Ugandan minister (not Kenyan "State Minister"). The accuser is Kenyan.
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