The Papal Nuncio drew inspiration from the late Pope Francis' teachings, emphasizing that peace is essential for humanity's well-being. He stressed that the Church should champion the gospel of peace, love, and compassion, particularly for those in need, as Jesus taught and entrusted to his followers.
Angagura Sub-county Chairperson Freddy Stephen Okello, a sub county with major tourist attractions, noted that his sub-county has cultural landmarks associated with former Acholi chiefs, but these sites remain undeveloped and aren't registered.
When she was advised by the admission desk to deposit additional money as required by the school, she asked teachers to stay with the child, and she went to the bank to withdraw additional payments, but she never returned.
Father Pius Male Ssentumbwe, Chancellor of the Kampala Archdiocese, noted that the Kampala Archdiocese, in conjunction with the Uganda Episcopal Conference in Nsabya and consultation with the Papal Nuncio in Mbuya, has organised a requiem mass for the Pope. The mass will be led by the Apostolic Nuncio to Uganda, Archbishop Luigi Bianco, at Lubaga Cathedral on Friday.
On Tuesday, the elders gathered in the Akiriket and slaughtered a bull that Lokure paid for as a fine for cleansing their shrine to avoid rainstorms.
Robert Lochuga, one of the residents, said that the storm came through the direction where the trees were cut.
Kazoora said he never mined a lower of higher rank in the army because when he went to the bush, he never set out to be in the army apart from fighting for freedom
The Diocesan Pastoral Council Executive has in its six-month performance assessment report, noted with concern the high number of youth who are becoming naughty and lost to drug abuse, which puts the future of the church and society at great risk.
During questioning, Mutebi claimed to be a devout Catholic and a dobi (laundry worker), and insisted he did not know the shirt was associated with priests. “I got the shirt from someone who brought clothes for washing and gave it to me,” Mutebi said.
While preaching to a packed congregation at Lubaga Cathedral during Easter Mass, the Archbishop described the Resurrection of Christ as a beacon of hope for a society struggling with broken families, substance abuse, and emotional distress among the youth.
According to Laurence Karyesubula, Chairman of Kampala City Abattoir, the price hike stems from a combination of increased livestock exports, higher transportation costs, disease outbreaks, and prolonged drought.
The ecumenical event, held under the theme "Lord, Save Us from Perishing," brought together hundreds of faithful from the Anglican, Catholic, and Orthodox churches. Pilgrims walked in solemn procession from their respective churches and converged at the Old Kampala Secondary School Playground for a joint prayer service.
In their respective Easter and Christmas messages delivered from their pastoral seats in Kitovu and Kako, Masaka City, the two prelates expressed deep concern over the increasing number of parents failing to meet their responsibilities, particularly in providing adequate food for their families.
This year’s ecumenical procession, held under the theme “Lord, Wake Us Up and Save Us from Perishing,” is part of nationwide Good Friday observances coordinated by the Uganda Joint Christian Council (UJCC). The procession began at All Saints’ Cathedral with an opening prayer service led by Canon Frederick Balwa, the Assistant Bishop of the Kampala Archdiocese.
Agnes Kirabo, Executive Director of the Food Rights Alliance Uganda, believes it’s time to challenge and change that culture. She says schools and homes must encourage a new food culture—one where smaller portions are served first, and individuals are welcome to go back for more if still hungry.
Among the key recommendations is the creation of a fully-fledged department for Culture and Creative Industries within the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development. The department would coordinate CCI-related policy implementation, support sector growth, and facilitate research and marketing of Uganda’s cultural exports, aligned with UNESCO’s six creative categories, from visual arts to literature.
Joseph Okello, the school’s director of studies explained that their efforts to advocate for, and mobilize parents to bring in their children to the school is not yielding fruits. Adding that parents of the school’s students are not paying school fees despite its small amount.
The initiative was unveiled on Monday by the Kingdom’s Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Calvin Armstrong Rwomire Akiiki, who emphasized the importance of honoring Tooro’s ancestral lineage by restoring the royal burial sites and transforming them into vibrant cultural heritage museums.
