MEPA Bishops Unite in Kabale to Promote Education, Prayer, and Self-Reliance
Clare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has called on residents of Kabale Diocese to cooperate in paying additional fees required in government schools under UPE and USE programs, if they are to ensure improved education for their children. Supporting Children’s Education While addressing hundreds of Christians gathered at Rushoroza […]
Continue ReadingPope Leo Rolls Our Theme for World Day of Immigrants and Refugees
Pope Leo XIV has announced the theme for the 2026 World Day of Migrants and Refugees, focusing on minors on the move. Titled “Even just one of these children,” the theme highlights the Church’s call to welcome and protect every child, in line with the Gospel teaching that welcoming a child is like welcoming Christ. […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Seeks Help as Priests’ Medical Costs Hit 600 Million
Claire N The Bishop of Fort Portal, Rt. Rev. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, is appealing for financial support to help the Diocese meet mounting medical expenses for its priests. Addressing mourners yesterday during Fr Nganzi ‘s funeral Mass at Virika Cathedral in Fort Portal City, Bishop Muhiirwa revealed that the Diocese currently owes approximately 600 […]
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Fort Portal Diocese Bids Farewell to Rev. Fr. Bernardine Nganzi
Clare N The body of Rev. Fr. Bernardine Nganzi 68, a diocesan priest has finally been laid to rest at St. John Mary Vianney Cemetery in Kijanju, Fort Portal City. The funeral rites began with Holy Mass at Virika Cathedral, presided over by Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa and attended by hundreds of Christians, including priests, […]
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Fort Portal: Nganzi 62, to be Buried on Easter Wednesday
Editorial: The Catholic Diocese of Fort Portal is in mourning following the death of Rev. Fr. Bernardine Nganzi Amooti, who passed away in the early hours of Holy Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Nsambya Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment. Announcing the sad news, the Chancellor of the Diocese, Rev. Fr. John Tumuhairwe, conveyed […]
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Thousands Join Ecumenical Way of the Cross in Fort Portal as Leaders Call for Unity, Humility, & Justice
By Jubilee Radio Reporters Thousands of Christian faithful on Good Friday participated in the annual ecumenical Way of the Cross in Fort Portal City, in a strong public display of unity, prayer, and reflection on the suffering of Jesus Christ. Believers from different denominations, including Catholics, Anglicans, and the Orthodox Church, took part in the […]
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Bishop Kisembo urges leaders to promote peace and ensure prudent use of public funds
By Sylvia & Alice The Bishop of the Rwenzori Diocese, Reuben Kisembo Amooti, has called on leaders at all levels to reject arrogance, ego, and the pursuit of supremacy, and instead promote peace, accountability, and responsible leadership. Delivering his Easter homily to hundreds of Christians at St. John’s Cathedral in Fort Portal, on Easter Sunday […]
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Pope Leo Urges Christians to Reject Violence
Editorial Pope Leo XIV has warned that the world is becoming increasingly used to violence, saying many people are growing indifferent to suffering, death, and the effects of conflict. In his Easter message, the Pope expressed concern over what he called a “globalization of indifference,” where people no longer react to the pain caused by […]
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Christians Asked to Spread Light Amid Darkness
Clare N The Rt.Rev.Robert K Muhiirwa Akiiki, has called on Christians to be sources of light within their families, workplaces, and the nation. While delivering his homily at Virika Cathedral during the Easter Vigil Mass yesterday, Bishop Muhiirwa explained the significance of the Easter candle, noting that it symbolizes the light of Christ shared with […]
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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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