Hoima Diocese Marks Chrism Mass with Call for Spiritual Renewal
EDITORIAL The Bishop of Hoima Catholic Diocese, Vincent Kirabo Amooti, has called on Priests and the lay Christians to comfort and pray for one another, especially during challenging times. Delivering his homily during the Chrism Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Bujumbura Cathedral, Bishop Kirabo noted that many believers today are burdened with worries, and […]
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Kabarole Leaders Unite to Tackle Rising HIV Infections
LUCKY P Authorities in Kabarole District have intensified efforts to combat the rising rate of HIV infections, calling for coordinated action among stakeholders and communities. During a stakeholders’ engagement held on Tuesday at New Fort View Hotel in Fort Portal, leaders expressed concern over the district’s HIV prevalence rate, which stands at 9.4%, significantly higher […]
Continue ReadingTooro Kingdom Hands over 50 acre Land to the Government construction of a Foot Ball stadium
By Sylvia The Tooro kingdom has yesterday officially handed over 50 acre land to the government under the ministry of education and sports aimed at constructing a football stadium. The land was handed over to the state minister in charge of education and sports Peter Ogwang at the kingdom headquarters Mucwa Fort Portal city. Speaking […]
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Bishop Rubaramira Cautions Priests on Misleading Wealth Teachings
EDITORIAL The Bishop of Kabale Diocese, Rt. Rev. Callist Rubaramira, has cautioned Catholic priests against the growing influence of prosperity gospel teachings, warning that many Christians are being misled by promises of quick wealth and miracle solutions to poverty. Speaking yesterday during the Chrism Mass at Our Lady of Good Shepherd Rushoroza Cathedral in […]
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Tooro Kingdom Officially Launches Inter-Clan Football Tournament
By Sylvia Tooro Kingdom has officially launched an inter-clan football tournament in a move aimed at promoting unity and advancing sports development across the region. The launch event, held yesterday in Fort Portal, also marked a significant milestone as the kingdom handed over land for the construction of the much-anticipated King Oyo Stadium to the […]
Continue ReadingPalm Sunday Celebrations Draw Large Crowds at Virika Cathedral
Christians yesterday gathered at Virika Cathedral in Fort Portal City in large numbers, waving palm branches to commemorate Palm Sunday. Presiding over Mass that commenced with a procession from the Virika Adminisration offices, Rt. Rev. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki has urged the faithful to reflect on the significance of the palms as a symbol of victory, […]
Continue ReadingKyangabukama Familyto Sue Ruteete HCIV Over Maternal Death
Sylvia A family in Kyangabukama, Kasisi Ward in Kiko Town Council is planning to sue Ruteete Heakth Center IV over the death of their relative, Kogere Diana, who reportedly passed away while in labor. The family alleges there was a delay in receiving medical attention after she was taken to the facility on Saturday morning. […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal: Central Division Mayor-Elect Urges Council to Use Common Sense in Enforcing Trade Order
By Sylvia The Mayor-Elect for Central Division, Joram Bintamanya, has called on Fort Portal City Council to exercise fairness and practical judgment in the implementation of the ongoing trade order, which began last week. In an exclusive interview with Jubilee radio, Bintamanya expressed his support for the initiative aimed at restoring order in trade operations […]
Continue ReadingCommodity Prices Rise in Fort Portal Ahead of Eid al-Fitr Celebrations
By Sylvia Commodity prices in Fort Portal City have increased ahead of Eid al-Fitr, with Muslims preparing to break the 30-day fasting period. A mini-survey conducted across several markets in the city on Thursday afternoon indicates a noticeable rise in the cost of essential food items. Vendors attribute the increase to high demand as households […]
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