Ugandan social media was set ablaze recently after a photo of State Minister Phiona Nyamutoro serving juice to her husband, musician Eddy Kenzo, and fellow artist Alien Skin went viral. The image, which was taken during a visit to their Buziga home, has sparked a heated debate among netizens, with opinions sharply divided on the matter.
Ugandan model Doreen Kabareebe, now based in the U.S., ignited the controversy by publicly criticizing Nyamutoro for what she deemed a submissive act. Kabareebe didn’t hold back, taking to her social media platforms to share her disapproval. “When you marry a traditional man. Oba wakuffa milimu despite your status! This can NEVER be me…,” she wrote, suggesting that men like Kenzo expect their wives to perform domestic duties regardless of their professional or social standing.
Kabareebe’s remarks quickly drew a flood of reactions from netizens, with some agreeing with her sentiments, while others staunchly defended Nyamutoro. One commenter praised Nyamutoro, saying, “Thanks, Hon Phiona Nyamutoro 🫂,” adding that it’s essential to marry a woman who understands and values the role of a wife. They emphasized the difference between being a woman and being a wife, a sentiment that resonated with several supporters.
On the flip side, Mutesi Marion Trish expressed disappointment, stating, “I really pity some women. How on earth can a whole minister and well-spoken woman like Nyamutoro wake up one day, marry an uneducated man and also go ahead and serve him? Like how? These things we shouldn’t allow as women. No, no.” Her comments, however, were met with fierce backlash from other users.
Godfrey Kuteesa fiercely responded, labeling Mutesi as ignorant and unqualified to comment on the sanctity of marriage. “How can a non-married hooker pity a wife to Mrs. someone?? In your entire clan, no one has ever been married, let alone being introduced, and you’re here throwing pity to an achieved woman who’s happily serving her husband??” he wrote, questioning what education has to do with marriage and criticizing those who look down on traditional marital roles.
The debate continues to rage on, with many pointing out that there’s nothing wrong with a wife serving her husband, regardless of her status. Others argue that Kabareebe’s perspective is flawed, noting that she cannot compare herself to Nyamutoro, who holds a significant position in the government.
As the conversation evolves, it remains clear that the photo has touched on deep-rooted issues surrounding gender roles, marriage, and societal expectations, with no signs of the debate slowing down anytime soon.
