Over 20,000 Pilgrims Enthrong Kooki Haibaale in Hoima to Commemorate Martyr Andrea Kawha
Christians are encouraged to emulate the Uganda Martyrs’ dedication to hard work alongside their faith duties. The message was delivered over the weekend, May 26, by Bishop Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki of the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, while addressing thousands of pilgrims at Kooki Haibaale in the Hoima Diocese to commemorate St.Adrea Kawha, a Ugandan Martyr […]
Continue ReadingUPDF Recruitment Exercise in Rwenzori Region Commences
Lucky Patrick The UPDF has yesterday, Monday May 27, started receiving application letters for those interested in joining the Ugandan army. Districts Included Applications for the Rwenzori region, including the districts of Kasese, Bundibugyo, Kabarole, Bunyangabu, Ntoroko, Kyenjojo, Kyegegwa, Kamwenge, Kitagwenda, and Fort Portal City, will be received at the district headquarters. The […]
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Tooro Kingdom MTN Amasaza Cup Commences
Mwenge South, the defending champions of the Tooro Kingdom MTN Amasaza Cup, have successfully kicked off their title defense with a 2-1 victory over Burahya county in the opening match of the 2024 edition. The thrilling encounter took place yesterday May 26 at the Katoosa Playground in Kyenjojo district marking the beginning of an […]
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Fort Portal: Six Franciscan Friars Ordained as Deacons
In a joyous ceremony, six Franciscan Friars were elevated to the order of Deaconate by His Lordship Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese. The Holy Mass took place at Mary Queen of Peace Chapel, Kinyamasika in Fort Portal City. The newly ordained deacons are: Dn.Br.Robert Bwambale from Kasese Diocese Dn.Br.John Martin Opio […]
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Be Good – Fort Portal Youth Urged
Clare The annual Diocesan Youth Conference for the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese which began on Tuesday this week attracting over two thousand youths from various parishes of the diocese, has finally come to an end. The closing ceremony featured a Holy Mass led by Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa, the Ordinary of Fort Portal […]
Continue ReadingNamugongo 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. […]
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