From Exile to Eminence, Fr Burasa ‘s Journey from a Refugee Camp to the Altar
Clare N Clad in a simple black clerical shirt, his rare smile as radiant as his faith, Fr. James Burasa, CSC, stands tall both in stature and spirit, as he marks three decades of priesthood. A journey that began with displacement and loss has blossomed into a life of purpose, compassion, and spiritual leadership. Early […]
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Brothers of St Joseph the worker Congregation Welcomes New Four Members on the Feast of St.Joseph
Clare N The religious congregation of the Brothers of St. Joseph the Worker (BSJW) has expanded today with an addition of four young brothers, bringing the total population to 69. A ray of joy filled Our Lady of the Snows Virika Cathedral on this Feast of St. Joseph the Worker, which doubled as Labour Day, […]
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Faithful Rejoice as Our Lady of Kibeho Visits Fort Portal Diocese
Clare N Hundreds of faithful, especially devotees of Mother Mary, have joyfully gathered at St. Charles Lwanga Town Parish to welcome the image of Our Lady of Kibeho, Nyina wa Jambo (“Mother of the Word”), to the Diocese of Fort Portal. The celebration that began with a procession from Kitumba Catholic Church in Bukwali Parish, […]
Continue ReadingPLANE and NRDI Partner to Green Uganda Schools, Foster Climate Resilience
LUCKY P In a bid to build climate-resilient communities, PLATFORM for the NEEDY (PLANE) in partnership with Natural Resource Defence Initiative (NRDI) has embarked on a tree-planting project in schools across Kabarole District. The initiative, dubbed “Greening Uganda Schools,” aims to educate children on the benefits of trees in combating climate change effects. On […]
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Fort Portal: Leaders to Blame for Continued Encroachment on River Mpanga
By Kenneth Musiimenta & Clare Nayebare In a shocking revelation, Frank Asaba, the Assistant Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Kabarole District, has pointed fingers at local leaders for failing to protect River Mpanga and the surrounding environment. He criticized their lack of active involvement in environmental conservation efforts and insufficient public sensitization on best practices. […]
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Faithful in Fort Portal Diocese Mourn the Death of Pope Francis ” The People’s Pope”
Clare N Catholics in Fort Portal Diocese have today morning gathered at Virika Cathedral to pray for the peaceful repose of their beloved Pope Francis 88, who passed away on Easter Monday morning, April 21, 2025, at his residence in Casa Santa Marta, Rome, Italy. Francis died of “cerebral stroke, coma, irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse”, the […]
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Who Could be the Next Pope?
Editorial Here’s how the Catholic Church actually elects one. It’s true that the cardinals are responsible for the entire process. But there’s an important caveat. Only cardinals under the age of 80 can take part. As a result, only some 135 of the 252 cardinals are eligible to vote. Meanwhile Pope Paul VI introduced a […]
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Live the Word you Preach, Be Instruments of Hope- Bishop Muhiirwa to Fort Portal Clergy
Clare Nayebare The clergy of Fort Portal Diocese have solemnly renewed their priestly vows, publicly reaffirming the commitments made at their ordination. This gesture symbolized their enduring dedication to their spiritual calling and ministry. The renewal took place during the Chrism Mass celebrated at Virika Cathedral Fort Portal City, presided over by Bishop Robert K. […]
Continue ReadingPalm Sunday 2025: Bishop Muhiirwa Emphases Patience , Humility Forgiveness & Trust in God
Clare Hundreds of Christians have yesterday gathered at Virika Cathedral in Fort Portal City to commemorate Palm Sunday, also known as the Sixth Sunday of Lent, the day that marks Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The Mass, led by Bishop Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, was attended by a number of dignitaries, including Her Excellency Rt. Major […]
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