Pictorial: Bishops and Priests at Msgr Kimbowa's Burial Ceremony at Rubaga Cathedral

At 80 years of Age, Monsgor Charles Kimbowa passed on at Nsambya hospital having served in different offices of the catholic church since the 1960s when he was ordained priest. He has risen to the level of Monsgnor a single step to becoming a bishop.

The long time serving clergy with the title of ecclesiastical dignity- Monsgnor Kimbowa was mourned by Emmanuel Cardinal Wamala and other members of the episcopal conference who praised him for having taught and mentored priests in the country.

James Tumusiime, an author and a strong enthusiast of Traditional African Values, attributes the trend to the gradual breakdown of social-cultural bonds that shaped the behaviours of the ancient society for their common good. He indicates that the African culture treated any form of self-killings, as an abomination that was strongly discouraged by the community.

Last week, President Museveni said that the places of worship should open on condition that there are 70 congregants.

The Assistant Vicar of the Luweero Anglican Diocese, Rev. Can. James Mukiibi questioned President Museveni’s limit to 70 congregants. He argued that it’s small and needs to be revisited because their Churches can accommodate hundreds and can practice social distancing.

The worshippers were seen wearing facemasks and washing their hands before entering the church.

All Saints Cathedral Kampala has developed a google document that is sent to the parishioners to choose the services they would wish to attend. The Church’s Communication Officer, Ivan Naijuka, says that after filling the preferred time, the Church administrators will then send messages to individuals indicating when they should attend Church.