Bring the water and salt to a boil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
Stir in the cornmeal slowly, letting it fall through the fingers of your hand.
Reduce heat to medium-low and continue stirring regularly, smashing any lumps with a spoon, until the mush pulls away from the sides of the pot and becomes very thick, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to cool somewhat.
Place the Ugali into a large serving bowl.
Wet your hands with water, form into a ball, and serve.