While flagging off a group of 200 pilgrims on Sunday evening in Gulu city, Rwot Acana reminded the pilgrims that pilgrimage is not just a physical journey but a test of spiritual endurance and discipline.
Launched in Mbarara, AMDEF is a visionary initiative designed to bridge faith and action in uplifting communities. Alupo described it as a reflection of shared commitment to translating spiritual values into tangible development outcomes.
In his homily, the Archbishop of Mbarara Archdiocese, the Most Rev Lambert Bainomugisha, praised Bishop Rubaramira not only for his spiritual guidance but also for his impactful contributions to health and education.
The pilgrims from Lango Diocese joined their counterparts from the Diocese of West Lango on Friday and began their over 300-kilometre trek on Saturday.
Before setting off, the pilgrims underwent health screening on Wednesday, conducted by the Red Cross and diocesan health officials, to confirm their fitness for the more than 510-kilometre journey from Arua to Namugongo.
Speaking at a press briefing in Fort Portal Tourism City, the Chairperson of the IRCU Tooro Chapter, Rt. Rev. Reuben Kisembo, who also serves as the Bishop of Ruwenzori Diocese, said the decision was made to safe guard places of worship from being turned into arena’s for politicking.
Reverend Father Kayondo Richard, Vicar of Mary Queen of Peace Cathedral in Lugazi, received the donation on behalf of Bishop Christopher Kakooza. He expressed gratitude to MTN for what he described as timely and essential support.
Over 50 pilgrims in the age bracket of 30 to 80 turned up at the diocesan headquarters in Mvara on Wednesday to undertake the screening exercise, which is being conducted by a team of Red Cross and Diocesan health officials.
The conflict, which started in February 2024, led to the closure of the school by district authorities after Serikare claimed personal ownership of the land, buildings, and the institution. His claims triggered resistance from local Christians and mediation attempts failed, with the situation reportedly escalating into threats of violence.
Hajji Mohammed Akida Lokure, the Kadhi of Moroto Muslim district contested but lost in the recently concluded LC1 NRM flag bearer elections for Campshwahili ward, south division, Moroto municipality.
The Catholic Secretariat in Uganda has since clarified that the individual in the photo was Msgr. Mark Gerald Miles, a respected Vatican diplomat who often served as Pope Francis’ English interpreter during international visits.
Bishop Ogwal breathed his last on Sunday morning from St Mary’s Hospital Lacor in Gulu, where he had been admitted in critical condition for the past week.
Bishop Kimanthi points out that while witchcraft remains a sensitive and frightening topic worldwide, it continues to infiltrate religious spaces under the guise of prosperity preaching. He cautions that even some of the wealthiest pastors, owning personal jets and living lavishly, could be practicing witchcraft.
According to Kituuma, the police have issued guidelines to pilgrims and locals, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and specifically advising lodge owners to keep records of their guests to facilitate security and emergency response.
Magembe leaves behind a legacy of prayer, music, and healing that will continue to inspire and uplift generations to come. His work as a priest of prayer, musician, and deliverer of souls marks him as one of the most influential religious figures in the Kampala Archdiocese.
During a press briefing at the diocesan headquarters in Lugazi, the Vicar General, Msgr. Richard Kayondo, confirmed that the cost of organizing the June 3rd celebrations runs into the billions of shillings. However, he stopped short of providing a specific figure, only noting that a significant percentage of the required funding had already been secured.
On March 18, 2025, Ndawula, alongside other Muslims, led a protest in Kampala and petitioned the Speaker of Parliament, challenging the extension of Sheikh Ramadhan Mubaje’s tenure as Mufti of Uganda. Ndawula argued that Mubaje, having clocked 70 years, was ineligible for an extension.
Construction of St. Matthew's Chapel began in 2024. It was built in honor of Dollo’s parents: the late Mzee Kasimiro Ongom, who passed away in 1996, and the late Mego Paulina Angom, who passed away in 2012.
