Addressing concerns over fees, the Church of Uganda spokesperson Sadiiki Adams clarified that the mock examinations for Church-founded schools are completely free of charge.
Under their association, Archdiocese of Mbarara Development Association (AMDA), the diocesans organised the annual event to support the disadvantaged back home, mostly the sick, as a way of spreading the gospel and the love of God.
The Archbishop acknowledged the crucial role security forces play in maintaining law and order, especially during politically charged moments. He commended them for their sacrifices but offered a solemn prayer for their mission as the nation enters a season of heightened political activity.
The School, a Catholic Founded, believed to be so far the oldest Primary School in Arua Diocese and West Nile, was established in 1923 by the Comboni Missionaries led by Rev. Fr. Wright Tee near Ediofe Catholic Cathedral Church for both boys and Girls.
Archbishop Ssemogerere urged Christians aspiring for the same leadership positions to first seek consensus and agree on the most suitable candidates, warning that open competition could split their support base and weaken their chances of winning.
This year’s St. Gonzaga commemoration service kicked off with a Mass led by the Archbishop of the Tororo Archdiocese, The Most Rev. Emmanuel Obbo, which ran throughout the morning hours until Sunday afternoon.
In 2012, Ndamwesiga was a celebrated student — one of the country’s top performers in Physics, Economics, and Mathematics — scoring 25 points at A-Level. With such a record, pursuing engineering seemed like the natural path.
During a special Holy Mass held at Our Lady of Fatima, Queen of Peace Cathedral in Kasana, Bishop Mukasa emphasized that the pilgrims must surrender completely to God and reject any form of witchcraft or charms meant for protection.
The School of Law also registered a rare academic feat. Rev. Professor John Kitayimbwa, Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, announced that since 2019, only two students have graduated with First Class degrees in the Bachelor of Laws program. They have been part of this graduation.
Speaking under the theme “A Home of Faith and Learning,” Dr Ryken traced the historical journey of Christian scholarship from ancient Alexandria to modern-day Uganda. He reminded the audience that Christian higher education is deeply rooted in history, emerging as early as the Roman Empire in cities such as Antioch and Alexandria, where early believers sought to bring the wisdom of ancient Greece under the lordship of Jesus Christ.
Rupiny joined 23 newlywed couples in the holy matrimony at Nebbi Cathedral Parish on Saturday, 27th June 2025, where 123 children also received the sacrament of confirmation. This brings the total number of newlywed couples in one week to 29 in the Nebbi Catholic Diocese.
According to a press statement from the Presidential Press Unit, during the engagement, Museveni shared his views on the role Christianity has played in shaping African values, emphasizing the unique contribution of the resurrection message brought by the faith.
President Yoweri Museveni represented by Vice President Retired Major Jessica Alupo, congratulated Bishop Kisekka and thanked him for fostering peace as well as development among the Christians.
He made the remarks on Saturday afternoon during the burial of former Supreme Mufti Sheikh Silman Kasule Ndirangwa in Degeya village, Lwengo District. “My dear Sheikhs, you preach to us and we listen, but you should know that your listeners also gauge you. Your actions must align with your speech and the truth,” Kigongo said.
The School, a Catholic Founded, believed to be so far the oldest Primary School in Arua Diocese and West Nile, was established in 1923 by the Comboni Missionaries led by Rev. Fr. Wright Tee near Ediofe Catholic Cathedral Church.
Speaking at the My Great Price Women’s Conference organized by Phaneroo Ministries International over the weekend at their Naguru-based grounds in Kampala, Dr. Trimm emphasized that womanhood should not be reduced to beauty but should be defined by purpose, vision, and the ability to build lasting legacies.
Rev. Fr. Mark Richard Ssajjabi, CEO of the Archdiocesan Land Board, expressed regret over the controversy surrounding the deceased’s final resting place, but firmly stated that the land in question had been legally and willingly donated to the Church, with comprehensive documentation to support the claim.
Richard Luswata Musajjakaawa, the Kattikiro (Prime Minister) of the clan, said Nakibuuka, the registered titleholder, had entrusted the land title to the parish priest at Nankulabye parish, before Buloba was made Parish, for safekeeping out of fear it could be stolen from her home. The title was later moved to the Kampala Archdiocese headquarters in Rubaga. The family claims the land, traditionally owned by the Nyonyi-Namungoona clan from the 1920s, was transferred to ownership of Kampala Archdiocese without the consent of the deceased or her relatives.
This years Muslim Martyrs Day commemoration has been marred by an escalating internal dispute, stemming directly from the Shs200 million allocated by the state.
The mosque, which also houses Atiq Islamic Primary School, is a designated site for honouring Muslim martyrs. Witnesses say the group ordered mosque leaders, school teachers, and others within the premises to vacate, claiming they were acting on behalf of the UMSC.
