Bishop Zziwa Calls for National Reconciliation and Release of Political Detainees
Editorial The Chairman Uganda Episcopal Conference, Bishop Anthony Joseph Zziwa has called on the government to consider releasing individuals detained on political grounds and to establish a lasting framework for national reconciliation. Delivering his Easter pastoral message at the Catholic Secretariat in Nsambya on Holy Saturday, Bishop Zziwa emphasized that true peace in Uganda can […]
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Holy Week Begins with Call for Spiritual Renewal at Kinyamasika Seminary
Clare N The St. Paul’s National Major Seminary Kinyamasika community has joined the rest of the Church in commemorating Palm Sunday, marking the beginning of Holy Week. The celebration started with the procession waving palms from the Basketball court moving through up to their chapel. While addressing seminarians, deacons, priests, and the lay faithful during […]
Continue ReadingUEDCL Cracks Down on Vandalism, Warns of Tough Action Against Perpetrators
ALICE K Officials from the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) have vowed to intensify the crackdown on vandalism and unauthorized electricity connections, warning that culprits will face severe legal consequences. Speaking during a media engagement held on Tuesday evening at Night Rose Hotel in Fort Portal City, organized by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA), […]
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Masaka Priest, Fr Ssekabira Finally Granted Bail
EDITORIAL Amid tensions and jubilations, the Masaka High Court has today granted bail to Catholic priest Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, who has been on remand since December last year over alleged money-laundering charges. Presiding Judge Justice Victoria Nakintu Katamba ruled that the priest had satisfied all the legal requirements for bail, including presenting substantial sureties and […]
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Tooro Religious Leaders Gather for Interfaith Prayers for Peaceful 2026 Elections
Clare Nayebare As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, religious leaders from the Tooro region have come together to pray for peace, fairness, and unity across the country. The prayer gathering, organized by the Interreligious Council – Tooro Chapter, on Wednesday took place at the Catholic Bishop’s Residence in Kijanju, Fort Portal City and […]
Continue ReadingThirty Years of King Oyo: Key Achievements to Tooro Kingdom
Editorial As the world’s youngest monarch in history marks 30 years on the throne, here are some of the key notable achievements attributed to him in line with the growth and development of Tooro Kingdom. In his recent remarks at Hon.Alex Ruhunda’s home, Rukirabasaija noted that much he is involved in international duties, his […]
Continue ReadingOver 1300 Children Gather for Missionary Childhood Day at Virika Cathedral
Clare Nayebare A total of 1,360 children and 180 animators have participated in this year’s International Celebration of Missionary Childhood Day held at Virika Cathedral. Traditionally observed in Uganda on the second Sunday of July, the Fort Portal Diocese elevated the event by organizing a three-day celebration that brought together Holy Childhood Missionaries from 33 […]
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Fort Portal: Bishop Muhiirwa Champions National ID Renewal Campaign, Urges Ugandans to Embrace the Exercise
Clare N The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has participated in the ongoing mass National ID renewal exercise, with a call on all Ugandans to embrace this free opportunity & renew their IDs or register for the first time for those who have not yet done so. […]
Continue ReadingPresident Museveni Launches Ntoroko Skilling Hub
By Kenneth Musiimenta President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has revealed that Uganda’s true path to liberation lies not just in politics but also in technology, skills and practical education. He made the remarks today while launching the Presidential Zonal Industrial Hub in Ntoroko District. President Museveni, said the skilling hubs are instrumental, especially to […]
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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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