Namugongo 2024: Over 500 Foot Pilgrims Set of From Fort Portal
Over 500 foot pilgrims from the dioceses of Fort Portal and Kasese have been flagged off to Namugongo ahead of the June 3rd Martyrs’ Day celebration. During the flagging off ceremony at Bukwali Parish, Rev. Fr. Macarius Kabyogamu urged the pilgrims in his homily to trust in God on their journey, remain prayerful, and respect […]
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UPDF FPU Embarks on Sensitization Against Illegal Fishing on Landing Sites
By Lucky P The UPDF Fisheries Protection Unit (FPU) Lt. Col. Mercy Tukahirwa has embarked on sensitization meetings on Lake Albert to evaluate the fishing community’s adherence to regulations against illegal fishing. The sensitization meeting held at Kanaara Landing site in Ntoroko District yesterday, that involved local leaders, fishing communities aims to address resistance […]
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Namugongo Pilgrimage 2024: First Group from Fort Portal Catholic Diocese Sets Off
Clare Nayebare A group of 97 pilgrims from Bugombwa parish in the Bundibugyo district, under the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, has embarked on their pilgrimage to Namugongo in Wakiso district to commemorate the Uganda Martyrs on June 3rd. The pilgrims, who are currently resting at Rwamabare Catholic Church in the Ntoroko district after completing […]
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Fort Portal: Central Division Police on Spot Over Death of Suspect
By Sylvia Kugonza The Fort Portal Central Division police are facing criticism following the death of a 23-year-old boda boda rider identified as Davis Tumuhairwe. Tumuhairwe, who hails from Nyabwina village in Kabarole district, was arrested last week by the OC of the Link Bus Police Post and was later found deceased in River Mpanga. […]
Continue ReadingRotary Club Empowers Locals with Training in Sanitary Pad Manufacturing
In a promising development for girls in Kyenjojo district, a new program has emerged spearheaded by the Rotary e-Club of Uganda Global, in collaboration with Eco-Pads Company, aiming to produce reusable sanitary towels locally. This initiative, part of the “Butiiti Adopt a Community Global Grant Project” valued at 1.2 billion Shillings, was officially launched […]
Continue ReadingEmulate the Shepherds Who changed for Better after visiting Baby Jesus- Bishop Muhiirwa to Christians
Clare The Rt.Rev.Dr.Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, Bishop of Fort Portal has asked believers in Christ to emulate the shepherds in the Bible who changed for better after visiting the newly born Jesus, and went away glorifying God. He was on Thursday this week delivering his Christmas message in a press briefing that took place from […]
Continue ReadingRwenzori Residents Warned on Security Matters
Kenneth Musiimenta Residents living in the Rwenzori region have been asked to be security conscious and vigilant in a bid to fight insecurity in our communities. The caution has been sounded by Mrs. Christine Muhindo the Senior Presidential advisor who doubles as the National Treasurer NRM Women’s league and in charge of veterans for […]
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Good News for Movie Fans in Uganda Cheaper @:Tickets Every Friday with FlexiPay and Stanbic Visa Cards!
Ugandan movie lovers,can now afford a smile, after hearing the fact that Century Cinemax and Stanbic Bank Uganda are teaming up to bring them a special offer that will make their Fridays more exciting for the next six months. The promotion, is called ‘FlexiPay Cinema Fridays,’ meaning they can now get a cool 20% […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Commended for Spearheading Success of the Xaverian Movement Within the Diocese
Bishop Muhiirwa Commended fo Clare The Xaverian movement of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese is nationally ranked among the top three Xaverian movements in the nation. The news has been sounded by the Xaverian movement National Leader, Mr.Benedicto Kiwanuka from Kampala Archdiocese, during the festive gathering of Xaverians from various parishes, convened at McCauley Hall on […]
Continue ReadingReligious Sisters Cautioned on Pride and Earthly Titles
By Clare Religious Sisters belonging to the Congregation of Daughters of St.Theresa (Banyatereza) have been implored to desist from pride, and turn to childlike faith, humility if they are to make a positive impact in their vocation. The Call, was made by the Rt.Rev.Dr Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, Bishop of Fort Portal Diocese, during Holy […]
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