Nyaibanda Sub-Parish to be Elevated to Parish Status this September
Clare The Christians of Nyaibanda Sub-Parish in Mwenge South can now joyfully look forward to the fulfillment of their long-awaited prayer for parish status, as promised earlier by the Bishop. The joy among the Catholic believers in Nyaibanda Sub- parish, Katoosa Parish, was evident when Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki announced that all necessary inspections […]
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Congregation of St.Joseph the Worker Names Brother Eugene Bwambale their Next Superior
Clare The religious brothers of St. Joseph the Worker in the Diocese of Fort Portal have successfully concluded their chapter, which included elections that ushered in a new leadership team. The newly elected leadership council consists of Rev. Brother Eugene Bwambale Africana as the Superior General, Rev. Brother John Atwebembere as the Vice Superior General, […]
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Yuda Tadeo Movement Hosts First Pilgrimage to Virika Cathedral after it’s Inauguration
Clare The St Jude Thadeus Devotees in the Diocese of FortPortal (Yuda Tadeo)has made the first pilgrimage in a large gathering to Virika Cathedral, ever since it’s Inauguration on March 2nd last week. During the Holy Mass at Virika Cathedral, animated by Kitagwenda Parish choir, Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki preaching on the first lenten […]
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Fort Portal, Kabarole Schools Launch Sensitization Campaign After Ebola Outbreak
By Sylvia In response to the recent Ebola outbreak in Ntoroko District, where five suspected cases are currently receiving treatment at the Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, schools in Fort Portal and Kabarole districts have begun sensitizing students on how to protect themselves from the virus. Our Jubilee News team visited several schools in Fort […]
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Kigoyera Leaders, Residents Accuse Kyenjojo RDC of Land Injustice
EDITORIAL Tensions are rising in Muhokya, Kigoyera Sub-county, Kyenjojo District, as residents accuse the Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Ayesiga Julian, of siding with individuals who allegedly sold off community land in a controversial transaction. The land in question, tied to a 1998 agreement, was originally used by the local community for agricultural activities, including banana […]
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Kabarole District Irked by Boy-Child School Dropouts
By Sylvia Educationists, health experts, and other stakeholders are increasingly concerned about the rising number of boys dropping out of school in Kabarole District. During the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Kibale Forest School’s Program at Kasisi Primary School in Kiko Town Council, Kabarole District, several speakers expressed their concern over the increasing number […]
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President Museveni Calls for Faith Driven Economic Empowerment at Virika Cathedral Inauguration
Clare The President of the Republic of Uganda, Yoweri Kaguta Tibuhaburwa Museveni, has called on religious leaders to deliver comprehensive messages that guide believers out of poverty. This message was conveyed in a written statement presented by Vice President Her Excellency Major Jessica Alupo during the inauguration of Virika Cathedral yesterday, where the President was […]
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Papal Nuncio to Uganda Calls for Intensive Prayer in the Newly Inaugurated & Blessed Virika Cathedral
Clare It was a moment of great joy as thousands of Catholics and non from across Fort Portal Diocese and beyond gathered at Our Lady of the Snows Virika Cathedral yesterday for its inauguration ceremony. The event, marked by solemn prayers, a vibrant procession, and a dedication Mass, was led by His Excellency Luigi […]
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Fort Portal Designates April 21 Important Solemnity to Commemorate Cathedral Concecration
Clare Hope and faith have once again filled the hearts of believers in the Fort Portal Diocese as they joyfully gathered for a pilgrimage to their beloved Cathedral, which has been newly restored after a year of renovation. The faithful made their way to the Cathedral with joyful lips, following the official opening of the […]
Continue ReadingRwenzori West Police Struggling with Livestock Theft
By Sylvia The Regional Police Commander for Rwenzori West, SP Joab Wabwire, has expressed concerns over the growing problem of livestock theft in the region. Speaking during a guided tour focused on needs assessment, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of police officers, that was yesterday led by the Director of Political Commissar, ASP Bamunoba Ubaldo, […]
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