PLANE 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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Bishop Muhiirwa Appeals for Urgent Action Towards Potholed & Deteriorating Kyenjojo – Kampala Highway
Clare Nayebare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert K.Muhiirwa Akiiki, has appealed to the Government of Uganda, particularly the Ministry of Works and Transport and the President, to address the worsening condition of the Kyenjojo–Kampala road. He noted that the deteriorating state of the road, described by uncountable potholes has […]
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Bishop Muhiirwa Calls for Regular Meetings, Team Work and Evaluation among the New Leaders of Brothers of St. Joseph the Worker
Clare As they begin their new six-year leadership term, the Religious Brothers of St. Joseph the Worker have been urged to place their trust in Jesus Christ, the wounded healer. This call was made yesterday by Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, Ordinary of the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, in his homily during the handover Mass […]
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New Leadership Takes Over at Religious Brothers of St.Joseph the Worker
Claire The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has commended the outgoing leadership of the Congregation of Religious Brothers of St. Joseph the Worker for ensuring a peaceful transition of power to the current leadership. The Bishop made these remarks yesterday at the handover ceremony of the previous council, […]
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